Scopri i Sassi di Matera

Matera, Italy

2 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover the unique and inspiring stones of Matera on this tour. The UNESCO World Heritage city is tucked into a mountainside ravine and the rocky landscape of the oldest city in Europe. Led by a local guide, you'll explore the Sassi caves/rock formations, that make for magical photos of the city when lit at night. Your guide will show you the Sasso Barisano, a 13th century church and hidden parts of the Old Town.

Explore Matera's Old Town
Meet at a convenient central location
Discover hidden gems with a guide
Customize a small group tour

What's Included

Tour guidato dei Sassi

Private transportation
Gratuities
Lunch
Ticket di ingresso

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

Pickup points

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Pickup details

All the hotels in Matera, Bari

Meeting points

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

12/14/2021 - 05/03/2027
Monday - Saturday : 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Itinerary

Sasso Barisano

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 3 reviews

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Best Afternoon in Matera

Donald_C, Feb 2024

Want more than a tour? Want to dive deep into architecture, history, culture, politics, geology, language, religion, and the arts? Vincenzo should be your guide. He is warm, friendly, multiple-degree’d, extremely knowledgeable, yet very approachable. You will be pleased you chose him.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Hi Donald, thank you so much for choosing my tour. It was a pleasure to me to share my time with you. This job allows me to meet new guests every time i give a tour and each single time is different, because I meet remarkable people like you. Ciao!!!

It's like walking with an encyclopedia

YuanHao_W, Jan 2022

I greatly despise empty clichés like "tHiS iS tHe BeSt ThInG eVaRrRrR" or "bEst ReStAuRanT iN iTaLy" but I must say that this: this is THE best walking tour I experienced. I had taken about 30 walking tours in my life and none really come close to this. I guess this can be attributed to me being the only participant in the tour, but another can be attributed to Vincenza's (the guide's) encyclopaedic knowledge, and the customisability of the tour. First, the customisability. You can literally wander to any part of Matera and he can help explain, unravel, and unpack the city and its history for you. At least, that is what we did. I believe the customisability and free-wheeling nature of the tour is because he is a man of immense knowledge who can give nuggets to essays of knowledge about many things in Matera. Second, his knowledge is quite astounding. Our conversation ranges from religious architecture, history, Italy in WWII, property rights and ownership in Matera from past and present, economy of Matera past and present, painting technologies in the middle ages, among many other things. The moment that really blew my mind was this: I was commenting on the seeming printing error of a manhole cover, and he explained to me that it is not a printing error, but part of an aqueduct construction project that took place under Mussolini. He then whipped out his binder to show me where the duct starts, how it looks like, where it ends, and the monument at the end. He has been doing guided tours for Puglia and Matera for a decade or more and it really shows. I have not have any walking tour before that rivals this and anything since. I dare not say this tour is the best in the world, but it was the best I had. With his knowledge and the free flowing nature of the tour, it might as well be a private tour. But that, of course, will depend on the number of other participants.

Response from Host, Jan 2022

Hi Yuan Let me tell you that I had great time with you. Travellers so curious like you are becoming increasingly rare. So I hope you can come and visit more destinations with me. Thank you so much, I really appreciate your comments. Thanks to your feedback people will certainly trust more in me. Greetings from Matera and Puglia region.

Knowing Matera with Vincenzo Di Modugno (Excellent Tour Guide)

GORDON_M, Aug 2021

Without a doubt Matera, is now, one of our favourite cities in Italy. Upon arrival we were warmly welcomed by our tour guide Vincenzo Di Modugno. Vincenzo is such a warm personality and highly motivated guide (recommendable!). I truly enjoyed walking through the area of Matera. The scenery was beautiful, making you feel, like you went back in time. The atmosphere is so special. All respect for Vincenzo who does a great job there; a true sample of an excellent tour guide! He was always so flexible and passionate, naturally, explaining the history of the place. He shares his knowledge with enthusiasm. It is also good to mention that Vincenzo also speaks clear and fluent English, which was highly appreicated! Many thanks again and I recommend Vincenzo Di Modugno to everyone!

Response from Host, Aug 2021

Thank you so much Gordon. I spent two pleasant hours with you and your wonderful family. I hope you are enjoying your time in Puglia and Basilicata. Warm greetings from Bisceglie,Puglia. Bye!!!