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Top 6 Self-Guided Tours & Rentals in Matera, Basilicata
Get to Matera quickly, because it’s still relatively undiscovered by foreign tourists. In town, visit the Domenico Ridola National Museum. Matera’s real claim to fame, though, and the reason it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the extensive series of cave dwellings ("i sassi") southeast of town, first inhabited by Benedictine and Basilian monks. You’ll see individual cells, chapels, and even some churches, many adorned with Byzantine decorations and frescoes.
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1. Treasure hunt in the Sassi
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
If you're looking for a different way to get to know the city or an original way of making a gift to someone or simply enjoying yourself, this is definetely the activity for you! During your hunt, you will have the opportunity to discover what are, in my opinion, the true gems of the city and at the same time have fun! On request it is possible to add small gifts or tickets supplied by you to the chest. Free for kids < 5!
Inclusions: Bottled water, Certificate of participation and a treasure map
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2. Grand Tour of the Stones in Electric Rickshaw
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
The tour, lasting 2 hours, gives guests the opportunity to visit, in a fun and light-hearted way, the whole of the historic center and all the ancient district "Sassi" (Barisano and Caveoso) along the main streets, most important neighborhoods and historical churches (in conjunction with the opening hours) .Our guests will be provided at the departure of audio guides, which will accompany users to discover the old city. In this regard, we specify that the audio guide supports are in Italian and English. inside the tour, included in the ticket, there is a visit to a cave house, historic and characteristic dwelling of the time and a free tour of the Cathedral. Guided entrances to the Cathedral, cave churches and other paid places are excluded unless direct users in the desired structures. The group will be constantly supported, for any technical needs of the vehicles, by a leader who, at the head of the group, will indicate the right st road to go
Inclusions: Use of pedal assisted rickshaw and personal audio guides
Exclusions: Visits to Rock Churches and other paid attractions
Reviewed By AlanKMy
It was fantastic- the electric bikes were great and our tour guide was brilliant - Giuseppe. We would definitely recommend this tour: [email protected] An essential activity to give you an overall experience of Matera. Grazie Mille
3. Bike rental
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
You have a wide choice of models and sizes. Before leaving, briefing on on the bike functions. The agency offers 24h tecnical assistance.
Inclusions: On-board computer and helmet, RC insurance, Tool kit, Road book of your choiche
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Reviewed By PommiMommi
This was our second visit to beautiful, magical Matera! We cannot wait to make a third. There is no doubt we will contact Dora at Ferula Viaggi to escort us again with her amazing tours. In 2015, we visited a bread factory, cheese shop to view a cheese maker and a pasta factory. About a 4 hour tour, or more. She drives you, speaks excellent English, makes the tour relaxed and answers all questions. It feels like family! When the kids and I returned to Matera in January, not much was open. Again we/ hotel called Dora and No matter what she was there calling on all her best friends to show us an amazing time! This time it was Nicola and his farm making ricotta ( awesome) and in to Altamura to see Beppe Digesu once again and share a cafe! Grazie Tante for an amazing day and we will call you to share a great time again in Matera very soon! I hope you have room for us! Che dio ti benedica!
4. visit of ALBEROBELLO & MATERA from Lecce or province
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
visiting of 2 of the most famous sites of Italy !! included history, folks, traditions etc. !! enjoy with comfort the Puglia region history and tips of one of the most beautiful region of the penisula!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, tasting food and wines
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By 851maddalenal
Oh it was a beautiful day and we visited the area with Vito Maurogiovanni and his beautiful family and friends!!, hope back soon as possible.
5. Crypt of Original Sin tour with transfer
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
This place is one of the ancient testimonies of rocky art in the South of Italy. Its wonderful frescoes underline the typical aspects of a Benedictine art. This cave church is also called Sistine Chapel, thanks to the religious and cultural value of its frescoes. On top: • a unique gift idea. • The Sistine Chapel of the south of Italy. • One of the most fascinating and particular work of arts in Basilicata.
Inclusions: TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, Round-trip shared transfer
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities, Hotel pickup
Reviewed By Ladyro_ro_13
We saw the two churches in a hurry and then our host disappeared. Nobody was there to open the door at the museum, even upon appointment. Rather visit Sassi at your iwn pace and get tickets as you arrive at the location. Not worth to buy the pass.
6. Naples - Matera - Alberobello - Naples
Visiting Matera and Alberobello means coming into direct contact with history, enjoying art, culture and nature on a single occasion. We can summarize Matera in 8 good reasons: - sleep in the rocks - visit the capital of culture - Admire a unique landscape in the world - discover cave churches - famous architecture - city of museums - beauty of natural areas - goodness of the kitchen Alberobello, on the other hand, offers various activities for all tastes. From the visit to the famous Trulli to the Falconry. From churches to museums. Castles, natural parks, breathtaking villages, and jagged and variegated coasts can easily be reached by various means of transport. In short, there is something for all tastes
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, parking - fuel - tolls, Bottled water
Exclusions: tips and anything that is considered extra are excluded, Trullo Sovrano - Casa Museo costs € 1.50
Reviewed By dcvessey
We can't adequately express how great it was to work with this company. They picked us up from the train station, took us on tours of the Amalfi Coast and Napoli and provided transportation back to the train station at the end of our stay. Over the course of four days we were treated to the best of southern Italy. Ricardo was an amazing tour guide and went out of his way to make sure we saw the best of Napoli and the Amalfi Coast. Ricardo's restaurant recommendations are the best.The cars are clean and the drivers are very safe and professional. We highly recommend them and we look forward to riding with them on our next trip to Napoli. D. Vessey Phoenix, Arizona USA
