Day Trips from Alberobello & Locorotondo to Basilicata

This tour takes you to discover two of the most famous UNESCO sites in Puglia and Basilicata. The only thing you will have to worry about is taking your camera with you: we will take care of the rest. During the guided tours, you will be accompanied by professional and reliable guides, while our driver will be waiting for you comfortably at the end of each experience. For private tours, we guarantee a complete service: we will pick you up and take you directly back to your hotel, for a worry-free experience, full of comfort and discovery.

This tour helps you save time and tick off two UNESCO World Heritage sites in a day—the Sassi of Matera and the Trulli of Alberobello in Apulia. With transportation included from Bari, there’s no need to figure out local public bus timetable. During the tour, enjoy the perk of having a guide to accompany you and show you around, with plenty of great photo opportunities to enjoy.

Getting around Puglia and Basilicata by public transportation can be stressful and time-consuming. Save hours and visit two of the regions' top destinations seamlessly with this day trip to Alberobello and Matera. Depart from either Polignano or Bari and relax on board an air-conditioned coach as you take in the rural scenery. Enjoy free time in both towns to explore at your own pace, plus shop and dine without the rushed feel of a group tour.

Our UNESCO Tour of Matera and Alberobello offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture and history of Southern Italy. This tour includes comfortable transportation to the main destinations, so you can visit two emblematic places that represent the cultural richness of Puglia and Basilicata together with a professional guide.

Explore the beauty of Alberobello and Matera on your own, with comfortable transport transfers from Monopoli (7:30). Admire the cave dwellings of Matera, famous for its picturesque Sassi districts and the trulli of Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Meet your driver in Monopoli and relax en route to Matera. Enjoy the freedom to explore the city and immerse yourself in its history, culture and breathtaking landscapes. After Matera, continue towards Alberobello to discover its iconic Trulli. Admire the unique architecture of these structures and delve into the history of the place. After your day of exploration, meet your driver for the return to Monopoli. THE TOUR INCLUDES ONLY THE TRANSFER AND IS NOT GUIDED.

Unlike many standard excursions, this tour is designed and operated by local Apulian operators who know the territory in every detail. The experience combines the freedom to explore independently with the constant support of a dedicated tour leader. Throughout the day, travelers receive onboard explanations, multilingual audio guides, digital maps and information material to make the most of each destination. The itinerary is designed to offer ample free time in both Alberobello and Matera, avoiding hasty visits and allowing you to discover two UNESCO World Heritage sites in a single day. Comfortable Gran Turismo bus transport and assistance before and during the tour guarantee an organized, authentic and stress-free experience.

There’s never been a better time to visit Matera, named the 2019 European Capital of Culture—and this tour makes the sightseeing logistics simple. Meet your guide in Bari and journey via comfortable minivan. Upon your arrival, you’ll visit Matera’s famous sassi (historical cave dwellings); discover centuries-old, rock-hewn churches; sample traditional local snacks, including bread, pastries, and wine; and drop by an artisanal ceramics workshop.

Choose your starting point among Monopoli, Polignano a Mare, Conversano or Bari to begin a tour discovering two of the most fascinating locations in Southern Italy. The first stop is Matera, a UNESCO city and European Capital of Culture 2019. You can explore the famous Sassi, ancient districts carved into the rock, visit the miniature Sassi, and stroll through stone streets, workshops, and cafes in a unique atmosphere. Then proceed to Alberobello, also a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its trulli, the traditional conical buildings that create a fairy-tale landscape. During the visit we will enter the Miniature Trulli. The tour, lasting about 10 hours, includes transport in comfortable vehicles and guidance by a tourism Pro, to comfortably experience in a single day the magic of two UNESCO sites in Southern Italy.