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From Matera : Murgia Park and Sassi at Sunset Tour

Live a unique experience in the heart of the Murgia Materana Park, between uncontaminated nature and millennial history! With an expert guide, you will explore scenic trails that wind through spectacular canyons, ancient caves and rock churches carved into the rock. Admire the Sassi di Matera from breathtaking vantage points and discover the biodiversity of the park, with aromatic plants, birds of prey in flight and traces of prehistoric settlements. Let yourself be fascinated by stories about the communities that inhabited these lands and the traditions that still resonate among the stones. Each step is a journey through time, between legends and breathtaking views. Perfect for lovers of nature, photography and authentic experiences, the tour will give you unforgettable emotions and the feeling of being part of a magical place, where history and nature come together in a perfect balance. An unmissable adventure in the suggestive Basilicata!

From Matera : Murgia Park and Sassi at Sunset Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Matera Guided Sunset Tour: Murgia Timone&Belvedere with Transfer

Matera Guided Sunset Tour: Murgia Timone&Belvedere with Transfer

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Matera: journey of the Sassi, the Murgia and the Tibetan Bridge

Trekking Through the Sassi and the Murgia: History, Nature, and Adventure Explore Matera on a breathtaking hike through stunning landscapes and ancient history! Start from the heart of the Sassi, guided by an expert guide, and follow the itinerary n. 406, leading you deep into the canyon of the Regional Park of Rupestrian Churches. Cross the thrilling Tibetan Bridge, suspended between sky, stream, and rock, and climb up to reach the Murgia plateau, where wild nature meets the charm of rock-hewn sites, and ancient testimonies carved into the stone. After an unforgettable journey through canyons, caves, and breathtaking views, a shuttle will take you back to Matera, leaving you with lasting memories of this incredible experience in the heart of Basilicata. A light trek, but full of emotions! Are you ready to go?

Matera: journey of the Sassi, the Murgia and the Tibetan Bridge

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Murgia Materana tour on the trail of the Basiliani rock church

Discover the rock soul of Matera with a private tour in the Murgia Park following in the footsteps of the Basilian Monks in a position of sure visual impact. You will take a real journey through time exploring the millennial roots of rock civilization. Your experience will start comfortably at our agency in the city center, meeting point and end of the tour. From here, we will move together by car to reach the prehistoric site of the Murgia Materana Park. The experience begins with a suggestive path along the paths of the Murgia, suspended on the deep ravine, among the countless caves of the Paleolithic era, villages and cave houses and religious retreats of the Basilian Monks, you will make a photo-stop stop on one of the most beautiful viewpoints.

Murgia Materana tour on the trail of the Basiliani rock church

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Trekking towards Torrente Gravina and Rupestrian Churches of the Murgia

The vast Murgia plateau facing the Sassi of Matera constitutes the Regional Park of the Rupestrian Churches of Matera, which has also been declared a World Heritage Site since 2007. It is a large rocky hilly area marked by deep karst fissures called: "Gravine". The show that appears before the eyes is truly breathtaking, since the whole inhabited area of the Sassi appears in all its splendor beyond the ravine. In a surprising and fascinating naturalistic context, following an initially somewhat steep path, accompanied by Environmental Naturalistic Guides, you descend towards the Gravina stream near which, in an area rich in vegetation, there is a characteristic Rock Church which " speaks to us” of the past. Looking up… the Sassi…. seen from the stream… amazement! Return to the Murgecchia plain and skirt the Gravina.

Trekking towards Torrente Gravina and Rupestrian Churches of the Murgia

2 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Murgia Materana Park Tour

Murgia Materana Park Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Reach the Murgia Materana Park from the TIBETAN BRIDGE

We dive into the Park starting from the Sassi districts, across the suspension bridge that crosses the stream. Visit to the UNESCO Park of Murgia Materana with unspoilt nature, flora, fauna, art, ancient history and archaeology to discover. Rock churches (cut into the rock) with millenary frescoes, cisterns for collecting water, farms and tratturi crossed for millennia on the road between Rome and Jerusalem. Personalized tours with professional hiking environmental guide registered with AIGAE (Italian Association of Environmental Hiking Guides). Limited number of participants. It is a unique and exciting tour. You will discover nature, history and art through one of the oldest territories in the world. Bring hiking shoes, windbreaker, water and hat with visor.

Reach the Murgia Materana Park from the TIBETAN BRIDGE

2 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Tour with Guide in the Sassi of Matera aboard a Van

Organize with us your Private Tour in the Sassi and Murgia Materana. Aboard a comfortable 8-seater Mercedes van you can discover everything there is to see in the city. From Sasso Caveoso to Sasso Barisano, we will cross the Old Town until we reach the Belvedere with its breathtaking view! Bottles of water will be available to our Guests. We offer customers a “private tour” service that allows you to visit the length and breadth of Matera Everything is set up to allow you as much as possible to enjoy every single moment of your trip, and all in value for money! During the Tour in Van an audio guide service will be provided You can choose the following languages: Italian/English/Spanish/French/German/Portuguese/Bulgarian/ Czechoslovak/Danish/Chinese/Estonian/Polish/Russian/Hungarian Entrance to all listed sites is included during the Tour. In short, only with US you can visit EVERYTHING!

Tour with Guide in the Sassi of Matera aboard a Van

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Tour Sassi di Matera and Murgia(Multilingual Audio Guide)

Emotional experience on board a Sightseeing to comfortably visit the modern and ancient neighborhoods of the city of Matera and to enjoy the beauty of both Sassi, Caveoso and Barisano districts. The experiential tour ends in the Murgia Matera Park where you can witness an unrepeatable natural spectacle of caves and ravines. You will therefore be able to immortalise an unforgettable panorama that the Belvedere sui Sassi offers.

Tour Sassi di Matera and Murgia(Multilingual Audio Guide)

1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutesFree Cancellation

Trekking Culture and Flavors Discover the Saracen Village

Discover the history and flavors of Basilicata with an exclusive trek in the Murgia Materana Park. This tour will take you to a private area, away from the tourist trails, where you will explore the Saracen Village, an ancient rock settlement. Experienced guides will take you through breathtaking landscapes, telling you about the local flora and fauna. At the end of the walk, enjoy a tasting of oils, cheeses and typical Lucanian wines in a masseria, for an authentic convivial experience. - Exclusive access to a private area of the Murgia Park - Visit to the Saracen Village, a fascinating historical site - Tasting of typical products in a local farm - Tour lasting 3h30 with expert Guide and transfer included

Trekking Culture and Flavors Discover the Saracen Village

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Food and Wine Tour between the Patriarchs Olives and the Oil Temples

We will start with a small breakfast under the patriarch olive tree, in an old countryside. Later we will go through the caverns of an ancient farmhouse. Under the centuries-old olive trees we will taste Matera bread and prepare a traditional dish from Matera, "la cialledda", which tells of the encounter between the typical bread of Matera, now stale, and the vegetables and mixed salads of the Lucanian land. All this will take place in a laboratory, at the end of which we will share this meal as even today the olive pickers do in their breaks. The cialledda will be accompanied by Primitivo wine and from the bundle containing Lucanian Slow Food Presidium products: Caciocavallo Podolico, Baked olives from Ferrandina and Pezzente salami from the Matera mountains. We will also be cheered by the sounds of popular instruments and the songs of the Matera tradition.

Food and Wine Tour between the Patriarchs Olives and the Oil Temples

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Matera and Altamura Private 8 Hour Tour from Alberobello

Set out from Alberobello in comfort with a private vehicle and driver. Your first stop is Matera, one of Italy’s most extraordinary cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the famous Sassi districts, wandering through narrow cobblestone alleys and admiring panoramic views from scenic terraces. Next, continue to Altamura, a delightful Apulian town celebrated for its Romanesque cathedral and authentic bakeries producing the renowned Altamura bread. Enjoy time to stroll the old town streets, soak in the atmosphere, and capture memorable photos. This private day tour combines world-renowned heritage with the charm of small-town Puglia, offering flexibility, comfort, and plenty of opportunities to stop, explore, and take photos along the way.

Matera and Altamura Private 8 Hour Tour from Alberobello

from $1,078

Price varies by group size

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Join-in Guided Apulia Multi Day Tour Experience from Bari

Join this 7-day tour of Puglia and Matera, where all the planning is taken care of for you! From the moment you arrive in Bari, enjoy seamless transfers, comfortable accommodations, and guided tours of the region’s must-see sights, including Bari Vecchia, Ostuni, Alberobello, and Matera. Explore ancient cave dwellings, hike the stunning Gravina ravine, and visit iconic landmarks like Castel del Monte. With private minibus transportation, expert guides, and immersive local experiences like bread-making workshops and tastings, you can relax and focus on enjoying the journey. No need to worry about a thing—this all-inclusive tour provides everything you need for an unforgettable trip through southern Italy's rich history and breathtaking landscapes.

Join-in Guided Apulia Multi Day Tour Experience from Bari

7 daysFree Cancellation

from $2,670

UNESCO Gems Tour with Hotel Pickup From Lecce

Discover a world built out of stone in Matera, one of the world's oldest cities still inhabited. Explore Sassi di Matera, a fascinating maze of culture and history made up of rock-hewn chapels and ancient cave homes. Alberobello, a charming town in the Puglia region of southern Italy, is world-renowned for its unique Trulli—traditional dry-stone dwellings with conical roofs. These iconic structures, concentrated in the Trulli di Alberobello – World Heritage Site, represent an exceptional example of vernacular architecture and have earned the town a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1996. Your journey begins with Matera, capturing breathtaking views over the Sassi districts and strolling the atmospheric alleys. Then drive to Alberobello for the trulli houses of Rione Monti and Aia Piccola. Your driver allows flexibility for ideal lighting at each location before returning to Lecce.

UNESCO Gems Tour with Hotel Pickup From Lecce

from $1,377

Price varies by group size

Murgia National Park (Parco della Murgia Materana)

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Murgia National Park (Parco della Murgia Materana)

A tour of Murgia Materana Park is particularly interesting for fans of prehistoric archaeology.
Magnificent views make the park a photographer’s paradise.
Park tours require walking over uneven terrain, so wear sturdy shoes, a hat, and sunscreen.
Because of the rough terrain, the park is not accessible to wheelchair users.

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