Taranto is an important military and commercial port in Apulia, Southern Italy, thought to be founded by the ancient Spartans, who used to call it Taras. Seafood is this town's claim for fame, as its strategic location, on a peninsula bordering the seas of Piccolo and Grande make it easy to be awash in the region's (some say even Italy's) best shellfish.
Venture through "Puglia Region"; this delightful southern region of Italy, with its stunning coastline, cute little towns and villages; combining these cities with a Rental Car. Visit Bari (well known as a port, university city, as well as the city of Saint Nicholas); Taranto (ancient coastal city with beautiful old buildings and important commercial port) and Lecce (renowned for its beautiful historical structures such as the Basilica di Santa Croce, the Porta Napoli and the Duomo). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
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