Discover the Wonderful Matera Sassi with Local Guide
Join this fascinating 2-hour private tour of the Matera Sassi.
Meet your expert guide in Piazzetta Pascoli, a viewpoint with a breathtaking panorama over the stones of Matera. Make your way down narrow stairways into the heart of Sasso Caveoso, one of the two Civita' districts, towards the baroque style church, San Pietro Caveoso. Venture inside a rupestrian church (carved into the rock), visit Santa Maria di Idris, set into a large, limestone rock and the ancient monastery, Santa Lucia alle Malve that has remarkable 1000 year old frescoes.
Head up a stairway to see a cave house and get an understanding how people once lived.
In the Sasso Barisano district you can admire the churches of Saint Francis of Assisi, Saint Clare and the stunning Romanesque Cathedral.
Marvel at this UNESCO World Heritage site and chosen location for numerous Hollywood movies. Together with your guide you'll discover the magic, history, architecture and stories of the exquisite Matera.
Matera: Mozzarella and Cheese tasting with a Cheesemaker
Learn about the art of cheese making with a master cheesemaker in Matera. Enjoy a typical farmer's breakfast of organic dairies, try to make your mozzarella and taste lots of cheeses.
James Bond in Matera
Follow in the footsteps of the world’s most famous secret agent on this thrilling walking tour through the cinematic streets of Matera. Discover the iconic locations from No Time To Die as your guide shares behind-the-scenes stories and fascinating insights.
Stroll along Via delle Beccherie, linking Via Duomo to the majestic 13th-century Romanesque Cathedral. Then, descend through narrow alleys and stairways into Sasso Barisano, where action-packed scenes came to life among ancient stone architecture.
Continue along Via Madonna delle Virtù, overlooking the Gravina ravine—Bond’s high-speed chase route in the legendary Aston Martin. Then head to Via Muro, Matera’s most cinematic street, chosen by Cary Fukunaga for its striking visual power.
Take in the stunning views from Piazza San Pietro Caveoso, featured in the film’s most intense moments, and finish in Piazza Pascoli, home to the iconic Hotel Balcony—Bond’s Matera hideout.
More than just a tour, it’s a journey into the world of James Bond, surrounded by history, cinema, and breathtaking scenery.
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 Nicola all'Ofra, a farmhouse with its rooms dug into the cliff that communicate with each other: tunnels, stairways, cisterns, churches, developing on 3 levels of height.
And then the karst Bat Cave, among the oldest evidence of human life in this area, a series of corridors, a breeding site for flying mammals, a place that hides the treasure of King Barbarossa between history and legend and where thanks research carried out in recent centuries revealed Paleolithic tools and fossils of extinct animals, such as the cave bear.
Matera : Centuries-Old Olive Grove Tour with Oil and Local Tasting
Live an authentic experience that combines nature, tradition and taste in a unique setting. You will walk among majestic centuries-old olive trees, witnesses of history and culture, immersed in a breathtaking landscape with views of the Little Lucanian Dolomites and the Gallipoli Cognato and Foresta Mantenera Park. Here, away from the chaos, you will breathe pure and uncontaminated air, surrounded by the scents of the earth.
You will discover the secrets of the cultivation and production of our organic oils, appreciating their quality and unique characteristics. The tasting will take place under the olive groves, where you will taste our fine oils accompanied by platters of cold cuts and cheeses at km 0, the result of the passion and tradition of local companies. A journey into the authentic flavors of Basilicata, between taste and well-being.
2-Hour Private Transport from Matera to Alberobello and Return
We offer professional service. We are kind, nice and helpful.
The vehicle is equipped with every comfort, water on board and tourist maps.
Bike trip to the lake with a visit to the Crypt of the Original Sin
This experience allows you to spend a day cycling, reaching the WWF Wildlife Oasis to enjoy an immersion in nature, a few kilometers from Matera. Furthermore, the beauty of the Crypt of Original Sin will leave you breathless. Not far away, at the farmhouse near the crypt, we can refresh ourselves with a little wine and some tarallini made with 0 km ingredients.
We will make the return with a minivan, which will take you back to the city.
Private transfer to and from Matera to Bari
We offer a comfortable trip on board a 8 SEATER VAN MERCEDES VITO TOURER
Leather and reclining seats
Air conditioning
Dark windows for your privacy
Water available for our guests
Traveling in complete relaxation and comfortably is a duty for Us!
Competence, experience and professionalism are Our motto.
Our vehicles are clean and tidy but above all our drivers on time for all your appointments!
Private Transfer from Matera Hotel to Bari Airport
Travel from Matera to Bari Airport in comfort with our private transfer service by minivan. Whether you're traveling alone, with family, or in a group, you’ll enjoy a smooth, stress-free ride—no waiting for buses or dealing with luggage.
Your professional chauffeur will ensure a timely journey, tracking your flight's arrival and offering up to 30 minutes of free waiting time for delays. With door-to-door service, you'll be picked up from your hotel or any other location in Matera and taken directly to Bari Airport.
Need help during your trip? Our support team is available through phone, WhatsApp, or email for any assistance you may need.
Book today and enjoy a comfortable, efficient, and personalized transfer to Bari Airport!
2 Hours Private Guided Tour in Sassi di Matera
Matera is famous for its Sassi dug into the rock nine thousand years ago, a unique heritage in the world, which is why it is included among the monumental World Heritage sites by UNESCO.
For the same reason, Matera was named the European Capital of Culture in the year 2019. We will discover how the inhabitants of Matera were able to live for millennia in those narrow tuff tunnels. Yes, for millennia, until the mid-1950s.
We will visit the rock churches of San Pietro Barisano and Santa Lucia alle Malve, both built inside rock caves and decorated with medieval frescoes.
We will then go along the city ramparts for an invigorating panoramic walk. From the bastions of Matera, we will observe both the Sassi and the surrounding countryside and we will launch into our best photographic shots to capture this magical atmosphere. Our local guides will involve you like never before, with mysteries and details of a still authentic city.
A tour worth trying: you will be left breathless by Matera!
Trekking Culture and Flavors Discover the Saracen Village
Discover the history and flavors of Basilicata with an exclusive trek in the Murgia Materana Park. This tour will take you to a private area, away from the tourist trails, where you will explore the Saracen Village, an ancient rock settlement. Experienced guides will take you through breathtaking landscapes, telling you about the local flora and fauna. At the end of the walk, enjoy a tasting of oils, cheeses and typical Lucanian wines in a masseria, for an authentic convivial experience.
- Exclusive access to a private area of the Murgia Park
- Visit to the Saracen Village, a fascinating historical site
- Tasting of typical products in a local farm
- Tour lasting 3h30 with expert Guide and transfer included
PUGLIA Private Tours&Transfers between different locations up to 8 guests
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.
Local Market Visit and Private Cooking Class at a Cesarina's home in Matera
Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with the Cesarina and immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Matera cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine.
During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Matera recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines.
Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 600+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Pearls of Matera Private Walking Tour
Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Join us for a three-hour walking tour to explore the enchanting city of Matera. Visit Casa Cava, a unique space where history and modernity blend, and marvel at the beautiful frescoes of Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista. Take in the stunning views of Piazza Vittorio Veneto and delve into the fascinating history of Chiesa del Purgatorio. Discover the fascinating Casa Grotta nei Sassi di Matera, and explore the charming Chiesa di Santa Lucia alle Malve. Finally, immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of the Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world.
Private Guided Tour in Matera - Local Guide
Exploring the Sassi with Vito Rondinone, an official guide from Matera, offers you an exclusive and personalized experience to truly connect with this magical place. As a private tour, you’ll have the full attention of a highly qualified local guide, dedicated solely to you, ensuring that every moment is tailored to your interests. You’ll not only visit the must-see spots but also uncover hidden, non-touristy gems that only a local expert can reveal. The journey begins at a breathtaking viewpoint, setting the stage for an immersive exploration through the ancient alleys of Sasso Caveoso, where I’ll share captivating stories of Matera’s rich history and vibrant culture. We’ll visit a traditional cave house museum, offering a firsthand look into the unique living conditions of the past. Throughout the tour, you’ll encounter stunning vistas, discover Matera’s culinary traditions, and gain a deep understanding of the city’s evolution, making this private tour an unforgettable experience.
Go where the Quad takes you
The appointment is fixed in our base camp which, besides being a meeting point for the party, is also important for a safe excursion. We will explain the main rules of an activity in quad with basic, fast and not boring indications that will help you live the experience with more serenity. Our guide, who will accompany you in the wild territories of the Dolomiti Lucane, will explain the operation of the quad and give you practical tips for safe driving before starting the engines.
Once this first informative phase is over, you will be able to spend moments without worries and be involved in uncontaminated territories, spectacular spiers, winding paths and lanes and locations with a strong adrenaline rush.
Private walking tour in Matera
Private tour with a multilingual tour guide that will lead just you discovering the city and its history.
Tour in the Sassi of Matera with Casa Grotta and Rock Church
It is a complete Tour with a very good Authorized Guide also called "WIKI LUCA".
From Sasso Caveoso, to Sasso Barisano passing through the historic center of the city.
The tour of wonder and fun will leave you breathless.
During the 2-hour guided tour we will enter a beautiful frescoed church called the Madonna delle Grazie and conclude with an ancient cave house typically furnished. See you in Matera!
Treasure Hunt in the Sassi of Matera
A treasure hunt in the Sassi of Matera that will allow your whole family to experience a unique emotion and discover, while having fun, one of the most incredible places in the world, the Sassi of Matera!
A tour designed for little explorers but also super suitable for big explorers.
Tour in the Sassi of Matera with Teresa, choose quality!
Teresa is a very good Guide, exhaustive, professional, able to take you anywhere, in search of the most suggestive places of the Sassi of Matera.
They say about you:
A super recommended DA tour accompanied by an excellent, prepared, nice and pleasant Guide, Teresa. He showed us the stones of Matera explaining everything in detail giving us an afternoon full of emotions ... We will always carry Matera in our hearts
Thank you.
We carried out the Guided Tour with Teresa who proved to be an attentive and engaging guide. The anecdotes related to his family then to life lived among the stones were very interesting and embellished the historical news. The walk was really pleasant and the hours flew by. Highly recommend this tour to everyone in beautiful Matera
Very satisfied! Our Guide, Teresa, led us through the city, including the Sassi, with absolute competence, courtesy and passion. Thank you!
Private Panoramic Tour with Piaggio Ape Calessino in Matera
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.
Matera's Sassi Walking Tour - History & Culture
Our Guide will accompany you to discover the oldest and most fascinating area of the city of Matera: the historic Rioni Sassi. Along this pleasant walk, which winds through the alleys and panoramic views of the Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano, there are many stops for historical, architectural and cultural exploration. During the tour, you will be able to visit from the inside an 11th century rock church, carved into the rock and admire its architectural structure.
You must complete your physiological needs BEFORE the tour begins.
Matera by Night. Entrance fees included Cave House and Rock Church.
Only with Us you can organize a Tour carried out by the best Authorized Guides of the place. It starts with the lights of the sunset until you get excited with the lights of the evening. The tour ends not only with a visit to all of ancient Matera but also includes entrances to various rock environments: typically furnished cave house and a beautiful frescoed cave church
Visit the Sassi of Matera with Brunella-exciting Sassi Tour
This is an exciting tour. Through the stories of his family, Brunella manages to make you enter the past and make alive the History of the Stones, a story of sacrifice especially of redemption, just think that DA "Shame of Italy" in 2014 was proclaimed "European Capital of Culture 2019".
They say about me:
Hi I'm Clelia DA Bergamo.
This visit was recommended DA a friend but I confirm.... DA do ....Our Guide Brunella managed to make me understand what I was seeing ... the reality of a life in those places that today are beautiful and unique to us but there is a whole why is a percome tell DA.
Brunella was a fantastic Guide, who was able to give a familiar and personal touch to the history of the place and the people. Hearing stories of how his father and family had lived provided valuable context for the places we visited.