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Matera Guided Sunset Tour: Murgia Timone&Belvedere with Transfer
Product code 91060P3
From
From EUR 25
Dates
May 11, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027
Start times
6:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 5:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 3:00 PM
Travelers
Infant ages 4-14, Adult ages 15-80
Options
Private tour English/Spanish, Join-in Tour SPANISH, Join-in Tour ENGLISH, Join-in Tour ITALIAN
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
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From
From EUR 25
Matera Guided Sunset Tour: Murgia Timone&Belvedere with Transfer
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Why Travelers Love This
Discover the wild and ancient side of Matera on a guided walking tour through the Regional Park of the Rupestrian Churches. After a shared transfer from Matera’s city center, access the protected area of Murgia Timone with the entry ticket included as part of the experience. This special access allows you to explore one of the most important archaeological areas surrounding Matera, including the ancient Neolithic village, the panoramic Belvedere overlooking the Sassi, and the rupestrian churches carved into the rock. Together with a knowledgeable guide, walk scenic trails above the Gravina canyon and visit the rock-hewn churches of San Falcione and Madonna delle Tre Porte, featuring Byzantine frescoes dating from the 12th to 17th centuries. Continue to the dramatic Golgota hill, selected by Mel Gibson as a filming location for The Passion of the Christ thanks to its dramatic and timeless scenery. End the tour at sunset from the Belvedere, where Matera’s Sassi glow in golden light.
Overview
Discover the wild and ancient side of Matera on a guided walking tour through the Regional Park of the Rupestrian Churches. After a shared transfer from Matera’s city center, access the protected area of Murgia Timone with the entry ticket included as part of the experience. This special access allows you to explore one of the most important archaeological areas surrounding Matera, including the ancient Neolithic village, the panoramic Belvedere overlooking the Sassi, and the rupestrian churches carved into the rock. Together with a knowledgeable guide, walk scenic trails above the Gravina canyon and visit the rock-hewn churches of San Falcione and Madonna delle Tre Porte, featuring Byzantine frescoes dating from the 12th to 17th centuries. Continue to the dramatic Golgota hill, selected by Mel Gibson as a filming location for The Passion of the Christ thanks to its dramatic and timeless scenery. End the tour at sunset from the Belvedere, where Matera’s Sassi glow in golden light.
What's Included
Included
Entry ticket to the protected Murgia Timone area and Belvedere viewpoint
Shared round-trip transfer from Matera city center
10% Discount Coupon at MòVado Food & Drink bar in Piazza Duomo
Certified tour guide
Entry tickets to the rupestrian churches
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Please enter the office and introduce yourselves to the staff.
End point
Please enter the office and introduce yourselves to the staff.
Itinerary
Stop 1
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 1
Meet your group in Matera’s city center and board the minivan/minibus heading toward the Park of Rupestrian Churches.
Stop 2
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
Access the protected archaeological area of Murgia Timone with the included entry ticket. Explore traces of the ancient Neolithic village carved into the rock, where some of the earliest human communities in southern Italy once lived. Discover caves, cisterns, and remains that reveal prehistoric life in the area.
Stop 3
10 minutesAdmission included
Stop 3
Visit the Crypt of San Falcione, one of the oldest rupestrian churches in the park. Admire the ancient rock-cut architecture and learn about the religious communities who inhabited these remote caves.
Stop 4
10 minutesAdmission included
Stop 4
Continue to the Church of Madonna delle Tre Porte, known for its Byzantine frescoes and spiritual significance. Your guide will explain the symbolism and history hidden within these centuries-old paintings.
Stop 5
10 minutesAdmission included
Stop 5
Before reaching Belvedere, cross the dramatic Golgota hill, famous as a filming location for The Passion of the Christ. End the experience at the iconic Belvedere viewpoint, the most panoramic terrace overlooking Matera’s Sassi districts.
Pass by stop 6
Pass by stop 6
After enjoying the sunset from the Belvedere viewpoint, relax during the shared transfer back to Matera’s city center.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Other
Shared tour. This experience will be shared with other guests
Other
The actual tour time may vary from the scheduled time as it depends on the sunset time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.7
126 reviews
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