2-hour Guided Tour of Ischia's Aragonese Castle
If you are in search of wonders, surely our beloved Ischia will not disappoint, you will be enraptured by the charm of the Aragonese castle.
What we provide is a tour full of history and magnificent views, here you will visit the medieval citadel full of churches, convents, prisons, gardens. You will see breathtaking views.
Poseidon Gardens from Ischia including transport and entrance
A day of absolute relaxation, where you can immerse yourself in the 20 healing pools, take a Japanese path, take a sauna or simply bask in the sun
Private cooking class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Matera
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.
Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ 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.
Private Trip to the Vineyards of Ginosa with tasting from Matera
Experience something truly unique with a half-day tour to Ginosa, departing comfortably from Matera with a private transfer. Sit back and relax as our van takes you through stunning landscapes to one of the most beautiful wine regions in Puglia.
During the tour, you’ll explore ancient vineyards and olive groves, immersing yourself in the region’s rich tradition and natural beauty. You’ll learn the secrets of Puglian winemaking from local experts, and the tour will end with a tasting of fine wines, paired with delicious local products, giving you a true taste of Puglia’s culinary heritage.
An unforgettable journey that will leave you with lasting memories and new flavors to bring back with you to Matera.
Afternoon Bus Tour of the Island of Ischia
The tour of the island by minibus is undoubtedly one of the most recommended excursions during the first few days of your holiday to fully grasp the essence of the island, characterised by the perfect fusion of sea and mountains, man-made landscapes and wild nature, spas, wellness, history and culture.
We begin with hotel pick-up and then set off to discover the six municipalities that make up the island, with more or less brief stops in the most evocative corners, amidst enchanting views and characteristic villages.
In particular, a slightly longer stop (about 1 hr) is made in the picturesque village of Sant'Angelo, an ancient fishermen's dwelling, now a small elite pearl with its small square overlooking the small harbour, surrounded by small restaurants and luxurious boutiques. At the end of the tour, you are released back to your hotel, probably with new ideas for discovering the island at its best, with the memory of unforgettable scenery.
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 restaurants, and much more!
Craco Ghost Town and Amaro Lucano Day Trip from Matera
Are you fascinated by Ghost Towns? Depart from Matera in a comfortable minivan and embark on a captivating journey to discover Craco.
Today known as the "town suspended in time," Craco Vecchia retains the intact charm of a place where the clock of history has stopped. Once the beating heart of Basilicata, the village experienced centuries of community life, contributing to the economic and social dynamics of the region. This evocative setting has captured the imagination of filmmakers, becoming the natural set for masterpieces such as Christ Stopped at Eboli by Francesco Rosi and The Passion of the Christ by Mel Gibson.
After this immersion in history, the journey continues to Essenza – Museo dell'Amaro Lucano, an emotional journey through five thematic areas that tell the story of the bond between the territory and the iconic liqueur. The tour concludes with the return to Matera.
Home Restaurant Made In Slow Food Matera - Cook with us!
For me, hosting and home is a whole other thing from a simple restaurant that can be as hospitable as you want but will never be able to welcome you with the serene and informal conviviality of "my home". Here I relive the experiences lived in my grandparents' house before and my parents later. Perfumes from boiling pots, the same but always different voices and gestures of my mother and my aunt who repeat rituals that have unknowingly marked me. Over time I have accumulated a treasure trove of sensations and knowledge that intertwine between the countryside and the kitchen and from which I am indelibly marked. Today I find myself chasing cookbooks and recipes to reproduce in an attempt to relive that experience and I ask for your help in order to succeed. We will prepare various dishes of the Matera tradition together, depending on the period in which we meet, and then we will taste them in the convivial and "Slow" atmosphere that has always distinguished me.
Matera : 2 - hour Private Walking Tour or Day Trip from Bari
The Sassi of Matera, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1993, are a unique place with extraordinary charm which testify to how man has lived for millennia in a fairy-tale environment.
The Sassi of Matera are connected to the modern city center through numerous alleys that create a continuous exchange between these two urban environments.
Our journey starts with a walking tour of the famous “Sassi” (historical cave dwellings).
The tour continues through the alleys and streets of the Sassi, the natural setting of several films such as 'The Passion of the Christ' by Mel Gibson and 'The Gospel According to Matthew' by Pier Paolo Pasolini.
During the tour, you will enter a real cave house, discover an ancient rock church and enjoy a breathtaking view over the Murgia plateau.
Sassi of Matera: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Our private walking tour through the historic Sassi district of Matera lasts approximately 2 hours and is led by a local guide. Together you will explore the narrow streets and panoramic viewpoints of Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano, immersing yourself in the rich history, architecture, and cultural heritage of the city.
Tour of the archaeological area of Policoro
A private walking tour in Policoro offers a unique, personalized experience to explore this charming city, rich in history and culture. You’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in the local atmosphere, away from the crowds and the rush of larger groups.
Step back in time with a visit to the Archaeological Museum of Siritide, where you can admire an incredible collection of ceramics, votive statues, and burial items, each telling a fascinating story from the past.
Continue your historical journey at the Siris-Heraclea Archaeological Park, walking through the remains of the ancient acropolis of Heraclea and visiting the urban sanctuaries dedicated to Dionysus and Demeter, places that reveal stories of devotion and tradition.
Complete your experience with a visit to the Sanctuary of Santa Maria d'Anglona, the last remnant of the ancient city of Angola. Perched on a hill overlooking the valleys of the Agri and Sinni rivers, it offers stunning views and renowned Old Testament frescoes.
Venosa, an ancient Roman colony and city of Aglianico wine
An immersion in the heart of Basilicata, on the slopes of an extinct volcano, the Vulture, around which the region's best-known vine grows luxuriantly: Aglianico. The tour starts from Venosa, a delightful center with an ancient history. An important Roman colony, the citadel was an important Norman outpost in the 11th and 12th centuries. The visit includes the archaeological park, where traces of the Roman baths are still evident, the mammoth Incompiuta, up to the sixteenth-century castle of Pirro del Balzo. From Venosa we then move to a nearby winery to visit the vineyards and taste three labels of the delicious Alianico del Vulture. We will discover the phases of the harvest, the history of the company, and we will appreciate this full-bodied wine.
Matera Private Walking Tour with a Local
Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Matera through the eyes of a local.
With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won’t find in a guidebook. They aren’t professional guides with memorized scripts, they're locals who love their city and want you to experience it like a friend would.
Whether you’re interested in food, art, history, or simply exploring the neighborhoods beyond the tourist spots, your Lokafyer will adapt the walk to your interests. By the end, you’ll feel at home in the city, with insights to keep exploring on your own.
Private Vulture Wine Tour from MATERA with sommelier
Are you ready for new wine experience? This is not Chianti! This is not Montalcino! This is Vulture. And there is a difference between a driver and a driver/sommelier. We provide the ability to walk through the vineyards, to touch the grapes, to be in contact with nature, to open an oak barrel to smell the scents of wine is not ready yet, to taste wines in the vineyard. Enjoy the tour visiting a winery and tasting prestigious DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) status wines: Aglianico del Vulture Superiore.
Complete Sassi of Matera Small Group Walking Tour with Tasting
This 3-hour walking tour is perfect for travelers looking to experience the Sassi of Matera in a deeper and more complete way, beyond the usual panoramic routes. The itinerary explores both historic districts, Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso, and includes visits to two of the city’s most important rock churches.
Led by a local guide, you’ll learn how Matera evolved from a “built” city into one carved directly into stone, as you pass through historic squares, scenic viewpoints, and rock-hewn spaces that reveal centuries of everyday life and spiritual tradition.
The highlight of the tour is the visit to the rock churches, from Sant’Antonio Abate to the striking Madonna de Idris. Here, you’ll admire frescoes dating from the 12th to the 17th century and explore the ancient crypt of San Giovanni in Monterrone.
The experience ends with a tasting of traditional Lucanian specialties. The tour runs in small groups, allowing for a more engaging pace and better interaction.
Private Guided Walking Tour in Sassi of Matera
You will love Matera at the first sight. At first glance, Matera looks like any small Italian town, but in few steps from Baroque Churches and boutiques, you will discover a very special place called Sassi, where the people lived from the Neolithic Period until the 50th of the last century, and it is today the World Heritage Site and the stage for many films.
Full Day Matera Tour with Cave Homes and Local Food Tasting
Matera has a lot going for it – it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site, European Capital of Culture 2019 and a cave city dating back over 5,000 years. Tour its historic centre and ancient cave dwellings, try local Basilicata food and wine, then choose to visit the cave house museum or a rupestrian church.
Considered one of the most outstanding and intact troglodyte settlements, Matera's ancient cave dwellings, or ‘sassi', are the city's big draw. Beginning in the historic centre, we'll check out the baroque quarter, known as ‘Il Piano', where churches and palaces are built on top of the caves.
Venture into the neighbourhoods of ‘Sasso Barisano' and ‘Sasso Caveoso' to see ancient ‘sassi' carved into the Gravina canyon and you'll pause for thought in the old quarter of ‘Civita'. You'll also get to try typical food and wine at Panecotto Restaurant, before choosing between an optional visit to the cave house museum or a rupestrian church, cut into the rock.
Self Guided Walking Tour of Matera with Audio Guide
Explore Matera at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your phone. You get a clear map of all 10 stops, simple directions through Google Maps, and short audio stories you can play when you reach each location.
The route covers the historic heart and the Sassi districts, from Piazza Vittorio Veneto to the Church of San Pietro Caveoso, passing sites like the Matera Cathedral, the panoramic Piazzetta Pascoli, and the iconic Santa Maria di Idris.
Start anytime, pause whenever you like, and explore freely. No groups, no schedules. Audio and text available in 7 languages.
Bread-making workshop in Matera with tasting & wine
Our experiential tour offers a hands-on bread-making workshop, complete with an introduction to the company’s rich history, spanning four generations in the local area.
The experience begins with an explanation of the ingredients used, such as the finest local semolina and natural sourdough starter. From there, you'll step into the bakery’s workshop, where the master baker will guide you through bread-making: kneading, proofing, shaping the dough, and applying the unique stamp that defines Matera bread.
As part of the process, you'll have the chance to roll up your sleeves and craft your own loaf of bread. Once baked, your creation will be yours to take home as a delicious memento.
The tour concludes with a tasting of local specialties in a cozy, designated area where you can unwind and savor the region's flavors. This is more than a workshop—it’s a journey into the culinary traditions of Matera.
Bike tour to the lake - self guided for families
Customers receive the bicycles in the agency where they will be briefed and given the route map.
Near the agency clients can buy sandwiches and focaccia or soft drinks.
Crossing the city, you reach a panoramic path that leads to the lake, crossing wheat fields and olive groves.
The level of difficulty is easy, the average length is 18 km. The dam is also a WWF oasis, a true paradise a few kilometers from the city.
At the end of the day, you can book the coming back by minivan.
Private Transfer from Policoro to Brindisi (BDS) Airport
Take the worry out of your departure to Brindisi Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis at the hotel, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.
Private Transfer from Matera to Brindisi (BDS) Airport
Take the worry out of your departure to Brindisi Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis at the hotel, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.
Private transfer from Matera to the Amalfi Coast
We offer round-the-clock transfers and chauffeur services all over Matera and Amalfi coast area. Save time and hassle by pre-booking a reliable, comfortable, and cost-effective transportation service. Our well-mannered English-speaking drivers will be there to greet you and take you to your destination in comfort and style. If you travel to Matera and you need a transfer from the Amalfi coast, one of our drivers is here to assist you.
Discovering the hidden treasures of Matera in and bike
Discover the enchanting landscapes of Matera riding an e-bike, easily passing from the iconic Sassi to the uncontaminated paths of the Murgia. With the ability to follow exclusive GPX routes or be accompanied by an experienced local Guide, you can tailor your adventure to your own pace. E-fat bikes guarantee an effortless ride, allowing you to explore historic sites and reach remote churches and hermitages immersed in striking scenery, without the effort of the past. Whether you choose to move independently or with an experienced Guide, the rich history and breathtaking views of Matera await you.