Discover the Wonderful Matera Sassi with Local Guide
Product code 20455P291
From
From EUR 208
Dates
Jan 1, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026
Start times
2:30 PM, 9:30 AM, 4:30 PM, 12:30 PM, 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 5:30 PM, 1:30 PM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-5, Child ages 6-17, Adult ages 18-99
Options
Private Tour option
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Duration
2 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian
Confirmation
Manual
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
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From
From EUR 208
Discover the Wonderful Matera Sassi with Local Guide
Duration
2 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian
Confirmation
Manual
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Why Travelers Love This
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.
Overview
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.
What's Included
Included
Professional guide
Not included
trasportation to site
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Please meet your guide in Piazzetta Pascoli near the drop-shaped statue. They will be holding up a sign with your name on it.
End point
Please meet your guide in Piazzetta Pascoli near the drop-shaped statue. They will be holding up a sign with your name on it.
Itinerary
Stop 1
2 hours
Stop 1
Matera is one of the oldest cities in the world and it has houses carved into rocks, rupestrian churches, the underground rainwater channels and cisterns, and fossil shells found nestled in the walls which tell of the city’s thousand year history.
Additional Info
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Policy type
All Sales Final
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0+ days before
Review Summary
5.0
2 reviews
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