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Matera is home to the Sassi cave churches and dwellings that make up one of the oldest cities in the world. Join your guide for an in-depth tour of the Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano districts to learn about their unique history and evolution. Discover rupestrian structures, stroll the steep and narrow lanes, and gain a deeper understanding of how this town, once called the “Shame of Italy”, is now a UNESCO-listed treasure.
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Discover Matera, the ancient city - English tour
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The UNESCO-listed Sassi di Matera is both captivating and mysterious. With this guided tour, take a deep dive into the history of this unique rupestrian city, named a 2019 European Capital of Culture. Explore its hidden dwellings and churches carved directly into the cliff, the setting for a number of films, including Ben Hur.
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Guided Tour of Matera Sassi
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Experience Alberobello without the stress of planning or driving on this day trip from Matera by minibus. This tour combines the insight of a licensed local guide with plenty of free time, giving you both context and freedom. During the guided walking tour, you’ll dive into the history and symbolism of the UNESCO-listed trulli, learning how these iconic stone houses were built and why Alberobello is truly unique. Your guide brings the town to life with stories, traditions, and local perspectives that go far beyond a self-guided visit. After the tour, enjoy extended free time to explore Alberobello at your own pace—wander through the lively Rione Monti, discover artisan shops, take memorable photos, or relax with lunch or an aperitivo among the trulli. Comfortable transportation, expert storytelling, and a relaxed pace make this experience ideal for travelers who want to see Alberobello properly, without rushing.
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Alberobello Shared Guided Day Tour from Matera
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Cover more ground and explore the UNESCO-listed Sassi di Matera cave churches and dwellings in less than an hour with this Ape Calessino tour. Buzz through the steep, narrow lanes to see highlights in the Barisano and Caveoso districts plus Civita, the town's historic center. Learn about the history of this unique cliffside town from your driver and guide and pause to admire the top sights and snap photos.
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Ape Calessino Tour Sassi of Matera "Standard"
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Tour & Transfer Unique, customizable and exclusive service for private transfers of travelers, optimizing the days in Puglia of arrival and departure or for travel between different places of stay adding value with Tour in the sites in addition to the need for a point-to-point transfer along the way.
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PUGLIA Private Tours&Transfers between different locations up to 8 guests
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We’ll meet at Tramontano Castle, where I’ll explain the rules of the game and give you a map with riddles linked to the places you’ll need to discover. You’ll have 2 hours to solve them, using both your brain and your legs — but the reward will be worth it! Along the way, you’ll explore hidden corners and discover what I consider to be the true gems of the city. I’ll stay at the starting point to assist you or give you hints, if needed. At the end of the adventure, you’ll return to me to decipher the key and unlock the treasure chest together, while I share stories and fun facts about the places you’ve visited. Everyone will receive a certificate, but only the winner will take home the treasure! It’s the perfect activity to explore Matera in an original way, to give someone a special gift, or simply to enjoy a fun and unique experience! On request, small gifts or notes provided by you can be placed in the chest to make the experience even more personal.
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Matera Treasure Hunt: Explore Sassi & Must-Sees
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Unveil the secrets of the ancient “cave city” of Matera with this in-depth walking tour through the UNESCO-listed Sassi. Delve into the history of this unique city dug into the cliffside and visit a cave house and rupestrian churches in its two oldest districts. Learn about how residents once lived, marvel at the cathedral set at the town’s upper square, and take in sweeping views over the Murgia Materana Park.
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Private walking tour in Matera
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The UNESCO World Heritage-listed rock city of Matera stretches over a steep cliff, so exploring it on foot can be tiring. Explore as much as possible without getting tired with this tour aboard an authentic Italian Ape Calessino (Tuk Tuk). Zip through the streets of the historic Sasso Caveoso neighborhood to admire the main churches and squares and snap photos of the famous cave houses and views of the surrounding valley.
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Ape Tour Matera - Panoramic tour in ape calessino
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Discover the timeless charm of Matera and Alberobello on a private full-day tour from Polignano a Mare. Explore Matera’s ancient cave dwellings and rock churches, then wander through Alberobello’s iconic trulli houses. Immerse yourself in history, culture, and unforgettable landscapes—book your private experience today!
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Private UNESCO Heritage Tour at Matera and Alberobello
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Live an unforgettable experience with our private Mercedes minivan tour. Starting from Matera, you will be picked up directly from your accommodation with a personalized service that guarantees a relaxed and stress-free journey. Our spacious and modern minivan will take you through the beautiful Puglia, offering you all the comfort you need for a pleasant journey. During the day, you will have free time to discover the charming towns of Polignano a Mare and Locorotondo at your own pace, as well as take a guided tour of Alberobello. Stroll among the trulli of Alberobello, admire the spectacular views of Polignano a Mare and be enchanted by the historic center of Locorotondo, with the freedom to enjoy each stop without rushing. At the end of the day, our minivan will take you back to Matera in comfort. Choose our service for a tour that combines elegance, comfort and the possibility of experiencing each destination with the freedom to explore it at your own pace.
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Polignano Alberobello and Locorotondo with transfer from Matera
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Private panoramic tour of the historic districts of the city, aboard the historic Ape Calessino Piaggio. You will not share the tour with other guests.
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Long Private Panoramic Tour with Ape Calessino in Matera
1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes
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Discover the highlights of Puglia on a fully guided private day trip from Matera, designed for travelers who want to explore multiple destinations in one day with expert guidance and seamless logistics. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned private vehicle while your professional guide takes care of timing, routes, and insights. Your first stop is Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its trulli houses. Walk through the historic districts as your guide explains the origins, symbolism, and daily life behind these unique cone-roofed buildings. Continue to Polignano a Mare, dramatically set above the Adriatic Sea. Follow your guide through the historic center, stop at panoramic viewpoints overlooking the coast, and learn about the town’s history and maritime traditions. The day concludes with a highlight tour of Bari Vecchia. This guided day trip offers a balanced itinerary and cultural depth — ideal for discovering Puglia in a single, well-organized day.
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Private Trip from Matera to Alberobello Polignano and Bari
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Touring the cliffside Sassi di Matera on foot can be tiring. With this tuk-tuk tour, you’ll zip up the steep streets of the old town to take in the top sights in just hours. Delve into the Barisano and Caveoso districts to admire ancient cave dwellings and rupestrian churches and learn about their history via an audio guide. Navigate the warren of narrow lanes with a group leader to avoid getting lost.
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Grand Tour of the Stones in Electric Rickshaw
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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.
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Reach the Murgia Materana Park from the TIBETAN BRIDGE
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Discover the historic Vulture wine country outside the historic town of Matera that most tourists miss with this exclusive private wine tour. Explore the surrounding hills with a sommelier, stopping at two boutique cellars to visit the vineyards and aging rooms. Sample IGT and DOC red, white, and rosé wines and learn about the winemaking culture and history of this little-known corner of southern Italy.
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Private Vulture Wine Tour from MATERA with sommelier
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Depart from Matera with a private transfer and enjoy a day filled with nature, adrenaline, and local flavors. Reach Castelmezzano, one of the most picturesque villages in Italy, and experience the thrill of the Alpine Coaster: a rail bobsled ride over 1 km long, featuring scenic climbs and adrenaline-pumping descents. You control the speed—you create the adventure! After the ride, unwind with a tasting of local cured meats, cheeses, and wine at a traditional restaurant. Then enjoy free time to explore the village, wander through its charming alleys, and snap some breathtaking photos. Finally, relax on your return to Matera with our private transfer. A full experience of stunning landscapes, authentic taste, and pure fun!
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Lucanian Dolomites Alpine Coaster Adventure from Matera
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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
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Private UNESCO Heritage Tour at Castel del Monte e Matera
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