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Private day trip to Alberobello and Matera from Bari
Product code 91060P76
From
From EUR 315
Dates
Available from Dec 6, 2022
Start times
9:00 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 18-90
Options
Day Trip: Transfer+IT guide, Day Trip: Transfer+ENG guide
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Duration
8 hours to 9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Europe/Rome
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From
From EUR 315
Private day trip to Alberobello and Matera from Bari
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Duration
8 hours to 9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Why Travelers Love This
Depart from Bari in a comfortable private minivan for a tour of Alberobello and Matera, two gems of Southern Italy. Upon arrival in Alberobello, join the group, accompanied by an expert guide, and explore the charming Rione Aia Piccola. Step inside a furnished trullo house to discover the traditions of its inhabitants. Admire the breathtaking view from Belvedere S. Lucia. Continue your walk through Rione Monti, where you will find unique souvenirs to take home. After a free lunch, continue to Matera, the city of the Sassi, and join a guided tour of Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano. With your guide, explore the fascinating rock-hewn churches, such as Sant’Antonio Abate, and visit the Casa Grotta, a historic cave dwelling furnished with period utensils and furniture, offering a glimpse into the rural life of the past. At the end of the tour, return to Bari in the evening. An unforgettable experience filled with history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes! Note: The order of city visits may vary for organizational reasons.
Overview
Depart from Bari in a comfortable private minivan for a tour of Alberobello and Matera, two gems of Southern Italy. Upon arrival in Alberobello, join the group, accompanied by an expert guide, and explore the charming Rione Aia Piccola. Step inside a furnished trullo house to discover the traditions of its inhabitants. Admire the breathtaking view from Belvedere S. Lucia. Continue your walk through Rione Monti, where you will find unique souvenirs to take home. After a free lunch, continue to Matera, the city of the Sassi, and join a guided tour of Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano. With your guide, explore the fascinating rock-hewn churches, such as Sant’Antonio Abate, and visit the Casa Grotta, a historic cave dwelling furnished with period utensils and furniture, offering a glimpse into the rural life of the past. At the end of the tour, return to Bari in the evening. An unforgettable experience filled with history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes! Note: The order of city visits may vary for organizational reasons.
What's Included
Included
Customized pick-up and drop-off in Bari for a comfortable ride
Join-in walking guided tour in the Sassi of Matera
Toursit support via phone, email, and WhatsApp
Entrance fee to the Rock Church of Sant'Antonio Abate
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance fee to the Casa Grotta of Matera
Join-in walking guided tour of the Trulli of Alberobello
Roun-trip private transfer by minivan with complimentary water bottles on board
Not included
Lunch
Dinner
Cathedral (1,50 € fee)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hour
Stop 1
Meeting at the agreed-upon meeting point and departure by private minivan to the first destination - Alberobello or Matera. Note: The order of the visits may vary for organizational reasons.
Stop 2
15 minutes
Stop 2
Arrive in Alberobello, meet the guide, and join the group. Start the guided tour, lasting approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
Stop 3
30 minutes
Stop 3
Visit the Rione Aia Piccola, the only area untouched by commercial activities, still used for residential purposes today. This area best preserves the charm of the old medieval village. Step inside a trullo house and discover the main furnishings and utensils used by its inhabitants.
Stop 4
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 4
Visit to "Casa d'Amore," a National Monument since 1930, which is an example of the technical and architectural transition from the early trullo houses to the 19th-century dwellings.
Stop 5
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 5
Concluding visit to the Trullo Church of Sant’Antonio, located in the highest part of the city, resembling a typical house from the outside.
Stop 6
30 minutes
Stop 6
Stroll in the monumental trulli area, "Rione Monti," famous for its more than one thousand trulli, now used as souvenir shops, artisan workshops, bars, and restaurants.
Stop 7
2 hours
Stop 7
Arrive in the city of the Sassi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the 2019 European Capital of Culture. Enjoy free time to savor the local flavors at your own pace.
Stop 8
5 minutes
Stop 8
Meeting at the agency for the guided walking tour of the Sassi of Matera, through alleys and houses carved into the rock.
Stop 9
30 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 9
The tour begins with an external visit to the Church of Purgatory and continues in Piazza di San Francesco with explanations of the church (from the outside) and the nearby Piazza del Sedile.
Stop 10
1 hour
Stop 10
Walk through the Sassi of Matera, a labyrinth of alleys and stairways, alternating between ascents and descents, offering breathtaking views of the ancient rock-hewn dwellings.
Stop 11
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 11
Visit to the ancient rock church with its frescoes.
Stop 12
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 12
Exploration of the Casa Grotta, an ancient home furnished with traditional tools and furniture.
Stop 13
1 hour
Stop 13
Departure from Matera in the late afternoon. Arrival in Bari in the evening.
Additional Info
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Shared tour, private transport. The tours will be shared with other guests
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.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
3.0
2 reviews
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