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This experience allows you to get to know in depth not only the traditions and gastronomic peculiarities of the area, but also to get to know the gastronomic habits of the families of the past. Furthermore, the cooking takes place in an exclusive location, or in a cave, in the heart of the historic center of the city, the famous Sassi of Matera.
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Cooking class in a cave restaurant in the Sassi of Matera
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Dive into an enchanting 2-hour journey to experience the awe-inspiring Matera Sassi. Immerse yourself in the heart of Sasso Caveoso, guided by a local expert. Marvel at the baroque beauty of San Pietro Caveoso, nestled within this UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the captivating history, remarkable architecture, and fascinating stories that make Matera a true gem, in just a few hours. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure.
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Discover the Wonderful Matera Sassi with Local Guide
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Our drivers with luxury cars speaking English Italian Spanish have a special permit to arrive in front of your cruise. Sit back and reacquaint yourself with the journey. Port permit is included in the price Beware of imitations . many drivers do not have a permit and you will be dropped off at the stop free bus (15 minutes from the port in the sun or rain)
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Transfer Civitavecchia Port
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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.
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Murgia Materana tour on the trail of the Basiliani rock church
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Experience Matera at its most atmospheric time of day with a sunset bus tour designed to offer stunning views without long walks. Traveling comfortably by bus, you will move easily between the historic center, panoramic viewpoints, and lesser-known districts, with carefully planned stops to get off, take photos, and understand the city’s unique landscape. This relaxed itinerary is ideal for first-time visitors and for those who prefer a lighter pace while still enjoying meaningful cultural insights. Along the way, learn about Matera’s urban evolution, its ancient water system, and one of its most important traditions, the Festa della Bruna. A highlight of the tour is the stop at Santa Maria della Palomba Church, a remarkable rupestrian sanctuary blending art, spirituality, and history. The experience concludes with a panoramic viewpoint over the Gravina Canyon at sunset in the Agna district before returning to the starting point.
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Matera Bus Tour at Sunset Gravina Canyon Views and Palomba Church
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You will be welcomed and led into our organic olive grove, Slow Food Secular Olives Presidium, we will show you the various cultivars present, the importance of biodiversity and our sustainable production method
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Lucanian Dolomites: Slow Food Olive Grove Tour & EVOO Tasting
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This is not a simple audio tour in the Sassi of Matera, but an immersive experience that combines history, mystery and spirituality. Unlike traditional guides, it accompanies you to discover the most authentic Matera: cave churches, quiet alleys and hidden places, far from the crowds. Each stage combines historical stories, mysterious curiosities and holistic readings, with an engaging and narrative style. In some stages you will also find short guided meditations, to live a deeper and more personal experience. ✔ Self-contained tour, at your own pace ✔ Secret and less touristy places ✔ Perfect for those seeking excitement and authenticity A trip designed not only to see Matera... but to really feel it.
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Matera Mystica Audio Tour in the Sassi between Mysteries and Spirituality
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24 audio guides to discover the most suggestive places of Montescaglioso. Explore the heart of Basilicata with the i-Tourist app and let your smartphone guide you through history, art and breathtaking views. Visit the majestic Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo, an authentic Benedictine jewel and symbol of the city, and admire the view that opens towards the Lucanian badlands and nearby Matera. Stroll through the narrow streets of the old town, discover the rock churches and be surprised by the panoramic squares that tell centuries of culture and tradition. An immersive experience that combines art, nature and spirituality, designed for all ages. A flexible and engaging tour, ideal for experiencing Montescaglioso in complete freedom, following your pace and passions.
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Montescaglioso Immersive : Interactive Tour with the i-Tourist App
1 to 3 hours
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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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We will discover together what was once defined as the "national shame". Today, Matera, with its Sassi and the Park of rock churches, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. Millennia of history and almost uninterrupted human presence have made Matera today a city that has so much to show; we will try to tell it and get to know it.
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Tour of Matera through the millennia
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Meet every day in Jazzo Gattini for a 2-hour exploration of the UNESCO Park of Murgia Materana. Discover its thousand-year-old Neolithic archaeological wonders, and then visit frescoed medieval rock churches overlooking the Gravina canyon and the Sassi di Matera, ancient cisterns, dry stone walls; a full immersion that travels through millennia of human history, from the dawn of time to the present day. This area boasts not only a wealth of history and archaeological wonders, but also an uncontaminated Mediterranean flora and fauna, immersed in a land that never ceases to amaze and amaze those who want to discover it. With us you can also let children participate with games and curiosities about fossils, flora and fauna.
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Shared tour in the UNESCO Park of Murgia Materana
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Matera reveals itself in Palazzo Acito, a 17th century building open to curious and enterprising travellers. In its rooms you will live a unique experience: the city of the Sassi is all there, in 'La Secretissima camera de lo core', a whale's belly to cross, a labyrinth that will tell you about an unprecedented Matera. Accompanied by two exceptional guides, Luciana and Massimo, actors from the Teatro dei Sassi, you will have a sensorial and engaging journey to the places of citizens' hearts: moving 40 works by national and international artists, listening to ancient stories, legends whispered between talking objects and emotional maps up to Il Giuoco dei Sissi: a dice, 7 cuckoos as placeholders and Wonder cards and of Restlessness, keys to access the language, the mysteries, the sayings, the places of the city. But it doesn't end here because the game continues outside, in the historic center of Matera, in search of those secrets revealed by the cards. And if your answers are correct you will receive a welcome surprise.
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Matera to Dream in an Immersive and Performative Experience
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This is part of one of the world’s largest digital travel guide platforms, used by millions. Travelers can create custom itineraries or let AI build them instantly, based on location, time, and interests. Explore Matera’s lesser-known soul: winding Sassi cave dwellings, hidden Rupestrian churches, secret stone courtyards, symbols carved in ancient rock, and food traditions passed down for generations. Ideal for curious minds and independent travelers.
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Matera Hidden Gems – Digital Self-Guided Tour on Your Phone
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Discover the history of a city carved into the rock and inhabited until the 20th century. Matera is a unique place, to be visited at least once in a lifetime. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Go to the 2 main districts carved into the rock, where you will discover cave houses and cave churches. During the tour, admire the view from one of the balconies overlooking the Murgia Materana Park. Discover the history and origins of Matera, one of the oldest cities in all of Europe. Finally, reach one of the highest points of the Sassi and visit the cathedral.
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Matera 2 Hours Private Tour of the Sassi
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Discover the hidden gem of Basilicata on a scenic bike tour through the stunning Calanchi of Montalbano Jonico. This immersive experience leads you along ancient mule tracks and quiet country roads, where dramatic clay ridges and breathtaking panoramas await. With electric bike assistance, even beginners can enjoy the 8 km route at a relaxed pace, soaking in the rich history and natural beauty of the region. Your certified guide will share fascinating insights as you pedal effortlessly through this tranquil landscape, making it an ideal choice for those seeking authenticity and sustainability in their travels.
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Cycling Adventure in the Calanchi of Montalbano Jonico
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Private tour of Matera. One Word: Unique! Barisano Sassi, Caveoso Sassi, Cività, rock church and cave house, a full tour to enjoy with a local tour guide. AN unique tour will take you back in time enjoying the story, the history, traditions and the fairytale of this magical place.
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Matera with a local tour guide!
1 hour 40 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes
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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.
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Private Transfer Naples / Matera or vice versa
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Discovering Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, becomes a unique experience with this tour we will explore where Matera was born. We will start with the breathtaking view of the belvedere of Matera and its prehistoric caverns dating back to the Lower Neolithic. Continue to the frescoed Sanctuary of Palomba, unique with the beautiful Byzantine fresco of Madonna Odigitria, the Madonna del Cammino famous for her pilgrimages in request of help from the farmers of Basilicata and nearby Puglia. And finally 1 hour visit of the beautiful Crypt of Original Sin. It stands right where the caves of prehistoric times are, the beautiful Sistine Chapel of Southern Italy dating back to the Lombard period, the oldest. It is embellished with a cycle of frescoes dated between the eighth and ninth centuries, drawn up by the artist known as the Painter of Flowers of Matera and expressing the historical characteristics of Benedictine-Beneventan art.
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Van Crypt Tour of Original Sin/Murgia (entrance fees included)
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Discover Sassi di Matera through a unique e-bike experience inspired by the principles of slow tourism. This guided tour lets you explore Matera at a relaxed pace, connecting with its landscapes, history, and local culture while minimizing your environmental impact. Ride effortlessly through ancient stone alleys, scenic terraces, and lesser-known paths, reaching quieter areas beyond the main tourist routes. Continue towards the Palomba rupestrian area, where rural scenery and rupestrian landscapes reveal a different and more authentic side of the territory. Along the way, stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Sassi and the surrounding landscape, offering breathtaking views and perfect photo opportunities. An eco-friendly and immersive way to discover Matera, combining nature, heritage, and active exploration.
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Matera E Bike Tour Sassi and Park of Rupestrian Churches
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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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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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Skip the crowds - this is a private tour only for your group! Welcome to Matera, a city with an impressive cultural heritage. Embark on a 3-hour walking tour that includes Casa Cava, a typical house carved into the tuff rock of the Sassi, the charming Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista, and the lively Piazza Vittorio Veneto, where you can find local markets and street performers. Take a stroll to the Belvedere di Piazza Giovanni Pascoli, which offers breathtaking views of the Sassi and the surrounding landscape, and visit the historic Chiesa di Santa Lucia alle Malve. Finally, explore the fascinating Sassi di Matera, ancient cave dwellings that date back to prehistoric times and have been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perfect for families looking for an educational and fun experience in the heart of Matera.
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Hidden Gems Unveiled on a Private Family Exploration in Matera
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Relax with our hassle-free city-to-city travel experience. Enjoy the freedom of personalized journeys tailored to your schedule. Our friendly drivers not only provide door-to-door service but also assist with your luggage, ensuring its safety during the stop for lunch or sightseeing. Say goodbye to public transport confusion and unnecessary taxi expenses. Travel seamlessly with us. Our private transfer service not only saves you time but also eliminates the stress of public transportation or handling heavy luggage. We prioritize your comfort, safety, and efficiency throughout your journey. Our fleet includes various vehicle options to suit your needs: Comfortable sedan (1-3 passengers) with space for up to 3 suitcases and cabin luggage. Large VAN (4-8 passengers) with room for up to 8 suitcases and cabin luggage. Choose our private transfer service for a stress-free and enjoyable travel experience. We look forward to serving you.
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Matera to Amalfi private transfer with a 2 hour stop in Potenza
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Admire the elegant and majestic Cathedral of Matera and get to see its belltower that dominates the city’s skyline. Stroll in the fairy-tale districts of Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso where you will see a network of structures built from rock. Also, get to see the eye-catching Church of Saint Mary of Idris perching on Monterrone cliff. Finally, you will have the opportunity to enjoy stunning panoramic views of the enchanting city from a famous viewpoint known as Casa Grotta.
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Matera Private Historic Walking Tour
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