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Explore Matera’s UNESCO-listed Sassi district without the hassle of navigating steep streets or trying to find key viewpoints on your own. This comfortable panoramic bus tour takes you through the city’s ancient cave dwellings and scenic overlooks, offering an easy way to take in its unique landscape. Step inside a traditional cave house and visit highlights around Piazza San Pietro Caveoso for a closer look at Matera’s history and architecture.
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Panoramic Tour of the Sassi of Matera in Open-Bus with House-Cave
1 hour 30 minutes
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Discover Matera with a panoramic bus tour ideal for visiting the Sassi in a comfortable way and without long walks. The experience combines panoramic routes, short walks in the historic center and entrances included in the symbolic places of the city. From Tramontano Castle the tour reaches Piazzetta Pascoli, one of the most suggestive viewpoints to admire the Sasso Caveoso, and Piazza Vittorio Veneto, the heart of modern Matera overlooking the Sasso Barisano. The descent continues towards the Sassi with panoramic stops, a visit to a rock church carved into the rock and a typically furnished Casa Grotta, to understand life in the Sassi until the 1950s. The bus facilitates travel in areas with elevation differences, making the tour suitable for all ages. Ideal for a first visit, for those seeking iconic views, culture and comfort in a single experience.
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Matera Official Open Bus Tour with entrance to Casa Grotta
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START AT 11AM/INIZIO ALLE ORE 11. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sassi di Matera on a panoramic car tour in a Renault Twingo cabriolet. This unique experience allows you to explore ancient rock churches and traditional dwellings while enjoying the refreshing breeze with the roof down. With an expert driver, delve into the rich history and culture of Matera, accessing hidden corners and breathtaking panoramas that showcase the city's charm. Perfect for small groups, this intimate trip accommodates 2 to 4 adults, ensuring a personalized exploration of the enchanting landscape of Matera without the hassle of walking. - Explore the historical Sassi di Matera in a Renault Twingo cabriolet - Access to unique sites and stunning views of the ancient city - Suitable for small groups of 2 to 4 adults for an intimate experience
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Sassi in Tour with Twingo Cabriolet
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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!
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Tour with Guide in the Sassi of Matera aboard a Van
1 hour 30 minutes
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On this in-depth guided tour of Parco della Murgia, explore the UNESCO-listed Rupestrian churches that Matera is famous for. With a guide, walk along scenic footpaths to visit two must-see churches: the fresco-filled San Falcion and 17th-century Madonna delle Tre Porte. Admission fees to the park and a discount coupon for lunch are also included.
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Matera Guided Sunset Tour: Murgia Timone&Belvedere with Transfer
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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 the landscapes surrounding Matera without the challenge of navigating Murgia Materana Park’s extensive trail network on your own. This guided trek leads you to ancient caves, rock-hewn churches, and scenic canyon paths while providing insight into the area’s history, biodiversity, and traditions. Along the way, enjoy sweeping views of the Sassi di Matera and discover the prehistoric and cultural heritage that makes this region so distinctive.
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From Matera : Murgia Park and Sassi at Sunset Tour
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Discover Matera in a convenient, exclusive, and engaging way with our one-hour minicar tour, perfect for exploring the famous Sassi of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site, without long walks. Aboard a SIGHTSEEING CART with a local driver and multilingual audio guide, you will visit the city’s most iconic sites, enjoying clear explanations, breathtaking views, and stops at the most scenic points. The route passes through the Sasso Barisano, it continues into Sasso Caveoso, the oldest, where the cave houses seem to merge with the rock, creating one of the world’s most extraordinary urban landscapes. The tour includes external visits to two important churches: the Church of San Giovanni Battista and the Church of San Pietro Caveoso, situated in a panoramic location.
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Sightseeing Cart Tour of Matera's Sassi and Rock Churches
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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
1 hour 45 minutes
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Customers receive the bicycles in the agency where they will be briefed and given the route map. Near the agency clients can buy sandwiches and focaccia or soft drinks. Crossing the city, you reach a panoramic path that leads to the lake, crossing wheat fields and olive groves. The level of difficulty is easy, the average length is 18 km. The dam is also a WWF oasis, a true paradise a few kilometers from the city. At the end of the day, you can book the coming back by minivan.
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Bike tour to the lake - self guided for families
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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.
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Private Trip from Matera to Alberobello Polignano and Bari
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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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Definitely one of the most spectacular rocky landscapes of Italy that testifies to the ancient relationship between nature and man, it is found in Basilicata, in Matera a few kilometers away from the border with Puglia.
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Murgia Materana Park Tour
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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
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Enjoy Hearty Picnic on Vineyard near Matera with Private Car Tour
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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.
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Private Trip to the Vineyards of Ginosa with tasting from Matera
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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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Discover Altamura through a food tour dedicated to the authentic flavours of Puglia. The experience begins at Caseificio Dicecca, where you will watch artisan cheeses being made and taste local specialities paired with a glass of wine. You will then continue into Altamura’s historic centre for a walk through charming alleys, history and local traditions. Along the way, you will visit the Monastery of Santa Chiara, taste Apulian focaccia at a historic bakery and enjoy the famous “tette delle monache” pastries with Padre Beppe Elixir. The tour continues to the Mercadante Forest, where you will enjoy an outdoor lunch surrounded by nature at Baby Di Cecca. You can choose the option with private transfer from Matera, including pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation, or the local transfer option, designed for guests who are already in Altamura. In this case, the experience includes the transfer from the dairy to Baby Dicecca bar in the Mercadante Forest, with return to Caseificio Dicecca at the end of the tour.
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Altamura Food Tour with Cheese Workshop, Lunch, and Transfer
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Discover the haunting beauty of Craco, a ghost town that seems to emerge from the pages of history, during this captivating day trip from Matera. With a guided tour through its silent streets and crumbling structures, you’ll learn about the town's fascinating past and the landslides that led to its abandonment. Continue to the picturesque town of Pisticci, where you can wander its charming lanes and enjoy authentic Lucanian cuisine at a local trattoria. The day also includes a visit to the Amaro Lucano Museum to uncover the secrets of Italy’s iconic herbal liqueur. Perfect for those seeking mystery and culture in a single day. - Guided 1-hour tour of the dramatic ghost town of Craco - Explore the charming hilltop town of Pisticci with free time - Visit the Amaro Lucano Museum and learn about its history - Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Matera included for convenience
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Craco Ghost Town and Pisticci Day Trip from Matera
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