Top Matera Bus Tours - page 2

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

Discover three of Puglia’s most iconic destinations on a private day trip from Matera, with two ways to enjoy the experience. Choose the Guided Tour option for a fully guided itinerary with licensed local guides in Alberobello, Polignano a Mare, and Bari. Learn the stories behind Alberobello’s UNESCO-listed trulli, admire the sea views and historic lanes of Polignano a Mare, and end the day exploring the highlights of Bari Vecchia. Choose the Private Transfer & Free Time option if you prefer to explore independently. Travel comfortably by private vehicle, enjoy free time in each destination, and discover the towns at your own pace without a guide. Both options include private round-trip transport from Matera, flexible logistics, and assistance throughout the day.

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.

Travel from Matera in a comfortable private vehicle and begin your experience with a visit to the ancient temple included in the itinerary. Then continue to a spacious vineyard overlooking the surrounding countryside and enjoy the striking views of the ghost village of Craco at sunset. Receive a traditional picnic basket filled with an abundant selection of local specialties, such as cheeses, cured meats, bread, focaccia, and seasonal products, carefully paired with a bottle of local wine. Choose your preferred table freely among the vines and enjoy a genuine, unhurried picnic surrounded by peaceful landscapes and panoramic views. - Visit the ancient Greek temple, Palatine Tables, along the route to Montalbano - Enjoy a sunset picnic with local delicacies and local wine tasting in a vineyard - Travel in a private sedan or minivan with a professional driver - Perfect for those looking for a blend of culture, history, and gastronomy

Discover two UNESCO World Heritage Sites on an exclusive journey through Castel del Monte and the Sassi of Matera. This private tour blends history, architecture, and culture for an authentic taste of Southern Italy. Travel in comfort with a local guide who reveals the stories and mysteries behind each site. Explore Castel del Monte, Emperor Frederick II’s 13th-century masterpiece, famed for its octagonal symmetry and timeless aura. Continue to Matera, one of the world’s oldest cities, where stone-carved homes and cave churches narrate centuries of human life. Enjoy flexible pacing, stunning photo stops, and personal storytelling throughout your day. Visit two UNESCO sites in one day Expert local guide and private driver Comfortable transport and custom itinerary Experience the real soul of Southern Italy

Leave Matera behind for a wine experience in the countryside of Nova Siri. Your day begins with a private transfer from your hotel or accommodation in Matera, giving you a comfortable and stress-free journey to Masseria Battifarano. Once at the estate, join the shared experience and explore the vineyards, learn about local grape varieties such as Greco and Primitivo, and visit the winery to discover the main stages of production, from fermentation to ageing. The visit ends with a guided tasting of three selected wines — Le Paglie, Akratos Rosato and Akratos Rosso — served with traditional local taralli. After the tasting, your private driver will take you back to Matera, so you can enjoy the wines without worrying about driving.

Explore the Gravina Bridge and Orsini Dukes on a guided tour from Matera. Discover the rock church "Madonna della Sella," ancient caves, and the hidden soul of the Gravina, where James Bond was filmed.

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.

Hi! I’m Mimma, an official guide for the Murgia Materana Park and an independent environmental hiking and experiential guide. My tours have a strong focus on nature but take a holistic, systemic approach—meaning they naturally integrate history, archaeology, local culture, and literature. I share with hikers how the landscape we traverse has evolved over millennia, the connection between the park and the city, and the broader importance of parks worldwide. What travelers take home isn't just a tour, but a fresh perspective on nature and the world. I invite you to join me on this tour; I love this place and want to share that passion with you, tailoring the pace and level to your preferences and making you feel like Matera is a bit like home. I look forward to seeing you!

Experience something truly unique with a half-day tour to Ginosa, departing comfortably from Matera with a private transfer. Sit back and relax as our van takes you through stunning landscapes to one of the most beautiful wine regions in Puglia. During the tour, you’ll explore ancient vineyards and olive groves, immersing yourself in the region’s rich tradition and natural beauty. You’ll learn the secrets of Puglian winemaking from local experts, and the tour will end with a tasting of fine wines, paired with delicious local products, giving you a true taste of Puglia’s culinary heritage. An unforgettable journey that will leave you with lasting memories and new flavors to bring back with you to Matera.

Start your experience in Matera with a private door-to-door transfer from your hotel. Travel comfortably through the Basilicata countryside to Mantenera, an organic farm in Tricarico surrounded by centuries-old olive trees and peaceful rural landscapes. Once there, discover the authentic taste of Basilicata with a guided olive oil experience. Walk through the ancient olive grove, learn about Mantenera’s story and find out how organic extra virgin olive oil is produced with care, tradition and respect for the land. Enjoy a guided tasting of local olive oils and learn how to recognize aromas, intensity and distinctive qualities. You can choose the standard olive oil experience or upgrade with a hearty aperitif featuring locally sourced products, cured meats, cheeses, water, wine, and dessert. At the end of the visit, you may purchase local olive oil directly at the farm as an authentic souvenir or gift. After the experience, return comfortably to Matera with your private transfer.

We are local professional private drivers in English and Spanish. We will make you spend a magical experience with a very comfortable guide, with very experienced people. We have Mercedes vehicles: sedan car, minivan, minibus and coach 54 seats. We carry out transfers and excursions from every part of Campania and other Italian regions. Naples, Herculaneum, Vesuvius, Pompeii, Sorrento Peninsula, Amalfi Coast, Positano, Ravello, Paestum and so on. If you want to travel comfortably in good company anywhere in Italy: we are your solution !!! Relax while we take you wherever you want, even in distant places such as Caserta, Salerno, Avellino, Benevento, Rome, Florence, Pisa with the corresponding railway stations, ports and airports. All of our vehicles have the amenities you need.

Leave Matera with private pick-up from your accommodation and explore two remarkable sites in the Basilicata countryside. Visit the Crypt of Original Sin, a rock-hewn church known for its rare 8th–9th-century frescoes, with an audio guide that explains the biblical scenes and their meaning. As you explore the painted story of Genesis, you will also discover an intriguing detail: the forbidden fruit is not shown as an apple, revealing a different and more surprising interpretation of the original scene. Continue to Masseria Dragone for a tasting that includes a charcuterie board with local cold cuts, traditional bread, crunchy taralli, and a glass of local wine. After this flavorful break, stop at the San Giuliano Dam to enjoy a scenic view before reaching Miglionico. Walk through the medieval village with a licensed guide and visit Malconsiglio Castle, linked to the historic Conspiracy of the Barons. Wrap up the tour and return comfortably to your accommodation in Matera.