Top 10 City Tours in Province of Matera, Basilicata

We'll begin our visit of the famous Sassi, a maze of cave dwellings that cover the lower part of this incredible city, which has been named the European Capital of Culture for 2019. Matera is a city perched not only on top of these incredible cave dwellings, but also above a dramatic ravine, with sweeping views over the landscape. Although there are buildings in ruins still, the city is vibrant with life and culture as many structures have been restored into beautiful cave hotels and restaurants. The time spent in Matera will be a walking tour with stops at Museo Casa Grotta, a renovated cave with period artifacts that gives the visitor a great sense of what life was like before its citizens were relocated out of the Sassi in the 1950s. We will also visit the beautiful Chiesa di Santa Lucia & the famous Santa Maria De Idris. We can enjoy an optional 3-course lunch at Falco Grillaio with local award-winning wine.

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Local guide, Coffee break, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Walking tour of Matera, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Explore the 3 districts of Matera: Civita’ and the most fascinating part of the old town, named “Sassi”: Sassi Barisano and Caveoso.The stones of Matera is a real cultural landscape, capable of perpetuating from the most distant prehistoric past to the modern times.During the walking tour which lasts approx. 2 hours, our professional guides will show you the Sassi and take you to visite inside a cave house to see the tools, the furniture, the lifestyle of the people that lived in THE SASSI OF MATERA an experience that will take you back in time.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, ENTRY TICKET TO CAVE HOUSE

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The "Sassi". . . a breathtaking experience! Welcome to Matera (Unesco World Heritage) the European capital of the culture 2019. Matera and its districts of ancient cave dwellings, "Sassi", were declared a Unesco World Heritage Site in 1993 and are now considered one of the main italian attraction. People have been settling here for a long time: Matera is often cited as one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Coffee and/or Tea, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Admission tickets at a "Casa Grotta", Parking Fees

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Soda/Pop

Professionalism, safety and comfort. A highly specialized staff will make your ride unique and special. The staff will be able to give you tips and suggestions on how to best visit the cities and where to stop for a small snack or lunch / dinner with a breathtaking view.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Parking Fees

Exclusions: excursions

Unique panoramic tour on board the historic Piaggio Ape Calessino, it will give you an indelible memory of the splendid Matera. Customizable for your every need.

Inclusions: Private transportation, withdrawal

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Join this amazing walking tour to discover beautiful Matera, walking through its picturesque streets with a friendly local guide. Live an incredible exoerience among famous Sassi

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pick-up

Exclusions: Hotel drop-off

3-day tour discovering two of the most charming destinations of the South Italy by train, Alberobello and Matera.

Inclusions: High speed train from Rome to Bari and vice versa, 2 nights in a 3-star hotel in the city center of Bari with breakfast in a double room, Private daily tour of Alberobello and Matera with private transfer and guide/driver

Exclusions: International flights, Lunch and dinner, Tourism tax to be paid at the hotel, Medical insurance, Transfers from/to train stations, Gratuities

With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Inclusions: Local guide "Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Food and drinks, Local transportation around the city (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

Matera has been elected Capital of Culture 2019. This experience departs from Bari and you will be transferred to Matera by comfortable minivan. Once in Matera, start your walking tour from the old town with a magnificent view of the Sasso Barisano. Appreciated and visited for its stones, Matera also offers many other pearls of beauty and culture.

Inclusions: Departure and arrival from Bari airport or train station, Transport by minivan, Certified guide on site, Food-tasting

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Explore the 3 districts of Matera: Civita’ and the most fascinating part of the old town, named “Sassi”: Sassi Barisano and Caveoso. The guide will pick you up and bring you to Matera where you will start the guided walking tour. Stop 1 - MATERA - 2 hours. The stones of Matera is a real cultural landscape, capable of perpetuating from the most distant prehistoric past to the modern times.During the walking tour which lasts approx. 2 hours, our professional guides will show you the Sassi and take you to visite inside of a cave house to see the tools, the furniture, the lifestyle of the people that lived in THE SASSI OF MATERA , will take you back in time. transfer - 1 hour Stop 2 Alberobello 90 minutes The first trulli showed up in the prehistoric age being part of an ancient settlement in the Itria Valley.Still, the oldest trulli we know today are in Alberobello, dating back to the 14th Century. A visite inside of a trullo will show you the magic of this place.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, ENTRY ticket to the cave house in Matera

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