Top Basilicata Walking Tours

Discover the authentic flavors of southern Italy with this winery tour and Aglianico wine tasting experience in Barile, in the heart of Basilicata. Visit the historic Barone cellar and modern production areas, and learn about the winemaking process and tasting techniques. After the guided tour, choose your tasting experience: I Love Vulture (1 hour) includes 4 wines: Paternoster Assensi Falanghina Spumante Brut, Vulcanico Falanghina Basilicata IGT, Synthesi Aglianico del Vulture DOC, and Don Anselmo Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG. Welcome in Paternoster (1.5 hours) includes 6 wines with local food pairings: Assensi Brut, Vulcanico Falanghina, Bariliott Aglianico DOC, Synthesi DOC, Don Anselmo DOCG, and a back vintage. Tommasi Family Experience (2 hours) features 6 wines from different Italian regions, including Aglianico, Primitivo, and Etna Rosso, paired with local delicacies. The tour is wheelchair-accessible, except for some cellar areas that are not central to the tour.

The town of Maratea in Basilicata features the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Mount San Biagio, the second largest in the world after Rio de Janeiro. This private tour includes a local guide to admire the 20th-century statue, visit the Basilica of San Biagio, and explore the old town with its narrow lanes and small squares. Note, this tour is not recommended for travelers with back problems.

Experience a unique adventure in the heart of the Lucanian Appennine National Park, where untouched nature and snowy landscapes will provide you with an unforgettable journey. Located in the province of Potenza, this enchanting corner is perfect for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty. Start your snowshoeing adventure on the northern slopes of Monte Pierfaone, walking along charming trails through impressive beech forests. You’ll ascend to the mountain ridge and reach the summit of Monte Arioso at 1709 meters, where you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views that stretch from the gentle hills of Matera to the deep blue of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The excitement of the chairlift will take you to 1700 meters, from where you’ll continue your adventure with snowshoes. This excursion will create unforgettable memories as you immerse yourself in the beauty of the Lucanian mountains.

The route begins at the Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo, a medieval gem in the Parco del Vulture, among history and monastic traditions, visiting the church and the cave. It continues along woodland trails to the Small Lake of Monticchio, surrounded by beech and holm oak trees, a peaceful place ideal for relaxing and taking photos in nature. The walk goes on along scenic paths, including the Pista dei Briganti, leading to the Belvedere del Vulture, which offers spectacular views over the lakes and volcanic hills. Along the way, we will also visit the ruins of the Abbey of Sant’Ippolito, a testimony to the medieval past. You will then reach the Large Lake of Monticchio, known for its calm waters and landscapes, with plants and animals typical of this volcanic area formed millions of years ago by eruptions of Mount Vulture. The tour ends at a panoramic spot between the two lakes, offering a complete experience among nature, history, and spirituality in the heart of Basilicata.