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Matera balloon flight for small groups

Our company was created to promote flight, air, nature and southern excellence. Southern Italy is a unique territory, yet to be discovered, and the balloon is the best way to admire it from a new perspective, upside down. The experience of our team will lead you towards the discovery of the true and authentic soul made in the south, made up of food and wine excellence, typical crafts and sites of…

4.8(63)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 63 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £238 per person

Private Guided Tour Sassi of Matera

Discover Matera with an exclusive private walking tour that will guide you through the magic of its Sassi. Begin your journey on the lively Via Alessandro Volta, then admire the majestic Church of Purgatory with its baroque façade. Continue towards Piazza San Francesco, the beating heart of the city, and stroll through Piazza del Sedile, where history comes to life. Visit the Cathedral, with its…

4.8(57)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 57 reviews2 h 10 minFree cancellation

From £55.25 per person

Matera walking tour in English with Gaetano

Starting from Piazza S. Pietro Caveoso, you will explore the Sassi, the ancient districts of the city. Discover Matera's charm, from the most beautiful and breathtaking viewpoints, to the most hidden and fascinating corners. Entering the caves of Matera, you will see how families once lived. You will visit the palombaro, the large cistern for the rainwater collection, and you will learn how the p…

5.0(48)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 48 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £21.25 per person

Ape Calessino panoramic tour Sassi di Matera Along.

Matera is one of the oldest cities in the world whose territory preserves evidence of human settlements starting from the Paleolithic and without interruptions up to the present day. It represents an extraordinary page written by man through the millennia of this very long history. World Heritage Site since 1993 and European Capital of Culture in 2019. With the classic and typical Ape Calessino (…

4.5(69)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 69 reviews1 h 5 minFree cancellation

From £38.25 per person

Matera Official Open Bus Tour with entrance to Casa Grotta

Discover the magic of Matera's UNESCO-listed Sassi on a panoramic sightseeing bus tour! Enjoy a 90-minute journey through breathtaking landscapes, fascinating history, and local traditions, with less walking. Admire ancient cave dwellings, spectacular views of the Gravina ravine, and the dramatic scenery of Murgia Materana Park. Enjoy scenic photo stops to capture some of Matera's most unforgetta…

4.3(74)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 74 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £17 per person

From Matera : Murgia Park and Sassi at Sunset Tour

Live a unique experience in the heart of the Murgia Materana Park, between uncontaminated nature and millennial history! With an expert guide, you will explore scenic trails that wind through spectacular canyons, ancient caves and rock churches carved into the rock. Admire the Sassi di Matera from breathtaking vantage points and discover the biodiversity of the park, with aromatic plants, birds o…

4.7(43)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 43 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £21.25 per person

Tour with Guide in the Sassi of Matera aboard a Van

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 yo…

4.9(34)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 34 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £119 per person

Panoramic Private Tour in Ape Calessino in the Sassi of Matera

The panoramic tour "Private Tour in Ape Calessino" - the Sassi in Ape "will allow you to have an exclusive experience to visit the city of Matera comfortably aboard the vintage and iconic ape calessino. The tour winds through the most beautiful alleys and squares, between Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano. During the tour you will make some panoramic stops in the central squares and you will be ab…

5.0(32)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 32 reviews45 minFree cancellation

From £56.10 per person

Grand Tour of the Stones in Electric Rickshaw

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 t…

4.5(47)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 47 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £27.25 per person

Private walking tour in Matera

Private tour with a multilingual tour guide that will lead just you discovering the city and its history.

5.0(31)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 31 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £170 per person

Guided Tour to the Sassi of Matera in Spanish

Guided tour of the Sassi of Matera The tour of the Sassi of Matera investigates various architectural particulars of the city of Matera in a route that, starting at the Città del Piano, crosses the Sasso Barisano, crosses the Colle della Civita revealing the splendid Romanesque cathedral, leads to the Sasso Caveoso, place where it is possible to visit several cave complexes, as well as anthropolo…

4.7(38)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 38 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £29.75 per person

Matera: journey of the Sassi, the Murgia and the Tibetan Bridge

Trekking Through the Sassi and the Murgia: History, Nature, and Adventure Explore Matera on a breathtaking hike through stunning landscapes and ancient history! Start from the heart of the Sassi, guided by an expert guide, and follow the itinerary n. 406, leading you deep into the canyon of the Regional Park of Rupestrian Churches. Cross the thrilling Tibetan Bridge, suspended between sky, stream…

4.8(32)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 32 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £85 per person

Matera Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Matera, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local guide, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Matera! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurant…

4.1(41)Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 41 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £5.52 per person

Transfer Civitavecchia Port

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)

5.0(19)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 19 reviews1 h 45 minFree cancellation

From £159.53 per person

Food and Wine Tour between the Patriarchs Olives and the Oil Temples

We will start with a small breakfast under the patriarch olive tree, in an old countryside. Later we will go through the caverns of an ancient farmhouse. Under the centuries-old olive trees we will taste Matera bread and prepare a traditional dish from Matera, "la cialledda", which tells of the encounter between the typical bread of Matera, now stale, and the vegetables and mixed salads of the Lu…

4.7(23)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 23 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £35.70 per person

Exclusive Private Hot Air Balloon Flight in Matera with Breakfast

The experience of our team will lead you towards the discovery of the true and authentic soul made in the south, made up of food and wine excellence, typical crafts and sites of historical and cultural interest. Our company is a true airline, the only Italian company in southern Italy authorized to perform commercial flights with passengers, as it has a license issued by ENAC, the National Civil…

4.9(14)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 14 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £1,486.62 per person

Matera Private Tour: Discover the Sassi and rock-hewn wonders

The guided tour in Matera is dedicated to discovering its Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest rock-hewn centres in the world. The tour begins in Piazza Vittorio Veneto with views over the Sasso Caveoso and the Murgia plateau, then continues past the Palazzo Lanfranchi and the nearby Church of the Carmine, an elegant example of Baroque architecture. The route contin…

4.4(13)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 13 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £271.99 per person

Private guided tour of the Sassi of Matera in Tuk Tuk - 2 hours

Discover the magic of the Sassi of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a guided tuk tuk tour, a comfortable, original and suggestive way to explore one of the oldest cities in the world. Accompanied by an expert Guide, you will cross the famous Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano, admiring rock churches, ancient houses carved into the rock and breathtaking views of Gravina. The tuk tuk allows…

4.6(10)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 10 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £110.50 per person

Caves, Counts and Crusades Self Guided Tour of Matera

Beneath Matera's main piazza lies a sealed underground city — Roman cisterns, a ninth-century church, and a tank that held five million litres of rainwater. This self-guided audio tour of the Sassi di Matera, delivered through an app, takes you past what most visitors never notice. You'll learn why families paid for better skull placement on a church door, how an assassinated count sparked a city…

4.7(7)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 7 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £5.83 per person

Excursion to the Gravina di Matera and the Bat Cave

A panoramic excursion in rocky habitats, flanking the Gravina di Matera and its stream which extends for 20 km, from the foot of the city of Matera, made famous for its Sassi and declared a world heritage site by UNESCO. We will follow the stream along the ridge of one side of the ravine, enjoying the landscapes of the Murgia Materana Regional Park. First by exploring the rock church of San Nicol…

5.0(6)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £17 per person

Guided Tour of Matera and Sassi Rock Churches and Cave Houses

Discover the historic charm of Matera on this guided walking tour, which starts from the picturesque Piazza Vittorio Veneto. Admire the panoramic views of Civita and Sasso Barisano as you walk through the ancient alleys of the old town. Visit the amazing Rock Church and a traditional cave house to immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of the region. This 2-hour tour, with a maximum of…

5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £29.75 per person

Day in Altamura and Gravina Guided Tour with Lunch in an Osteria

You will be able to taste the uses, customs and dishes of two unique Apulian territories and, thanks to the knowledge and skills of the guide, visit sites of great historical, cultural and architectural value.

5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews8 h

From £55.25 per person

Sassi in Tour with Twingo Cabriolet

-AUDIOGUIDE AVAIABLE IN A FEW DIFFERENT LANGUAGES. -START AT 11AM. -IF YOU'RE 4 PEOPLE, LOOK AT THE SECOND PHOTO BEFORE BOOKING. 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 a…

5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £29.75 per person

Private UNESCO Heritage Tour at Matera and Alberobello

Discover the timeless charm of Matera and Alberobello on a private full-day tour from Polignano a Mare. Explore Matera’s ancient cave dwellings and rock churches, then wander through Alberobello’s iconic trulli houses. Immerse yourself in history, culture, and unforgettable landscapes—book your private experience today!

4.8(5)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 5 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £170 per person