Sassi of Matera: complete tour for up to 15 people


180 to 195 minutes
Free cancellation
1 - 5
Mobile ticket

Overview

The Sassi of Matera, the cathedral, the rock churches and the cave house are the most important ancient sites of this complex city, and visiting them alone can be counterproductive. Save time with an expert guide by taking part in a tour that includes all the most unmissable monuments! Discover the history and curiosities about the Matera Sassi and enter the Cathedral, the most representative rock church of the city (the Madonna di Idris) and visit the first cave house in Matera.

Inclusions

  • Tour guide service
  • Entrance ticket to the Cathedral
  • Entrance ticket to the rock churches of Idris and San Giovanni in Monterrone
  • Headphones (if the group exceeds 10)
  • Entry/Admission - Cattedrale di Matera
  • Entry/Admission - Casa Grotta di Vico Solitario
  • Entry/Admission - Church of Santa Maria de Idris

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Cattedrale di Matera, Piazza del Duomo, Matera Italy

We will visit the Cathedral of Matera, an example of Apulian Romanesque style and dedicated to the Madonna delle Bruna. The latter is the Marian effigy dearest to the people of Matera and is celebrated during the homonymous festival on 2 July.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Casa Grotta di Vico Solitario, Vico Solitario 11, 75100, Matera Italy

We will enter a cave house "inhabiting it" for a few moments like Matera from other times. We will become one with the thought of the now disappeared peasant civilization for a small emotional journey.

The visit also includes admission to the neviera and the rock church of S: Agostino al Casalnuovo.

NB. in case this particular cave house is inaccessible, another equivalent one will be visited

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Church of Santa Maria de Idris, Sasso Caveoso, 75100, Matera Italy

It is the most scenic and significant rock church in the Sassi of Matera, positioned inside an incredible rocky outcrop which has now become a symbol of the city.
N.B. If this rock church is not accessible, we will visit the rock church of Santa Lucia alle Malve.
In case of inaccessibility also of the rock church of Santa Lucia alle Malve, we will visit the rock church of the Holy Spirit.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sassi di Matera, Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 75100, Matera Italy

You will enter the history of Matera: a world heritage city with this tour dedicated to the Sassi.
Together we will venture through the suggestive streets of Sasso Caveoso to discover its origins, its history and numerous rooms carved into the rock that can still be visited.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: La Fontana Dell'amore "amarsi Nei Sassi", Via San Giacomo, Matera Italy

Five bronze statues that tell us how young people fell in love in the Sassi of Matera between simple gestures and ancient customs.

Duration: 5 minutes

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
patriziapT7203IZ
March 2023

Contattata l'agenzia al volo domenica mattina, dopo meno di un'ora avevamo un tour completo dei sassi di Matera, personalizzato, con Sara, guida eccellente, che ci ha fatto appassionare ad ogni dettaglio del percorso da lei illustrato

gatt0t
January 2023

Consiglio di fare la visita guidata di Matera di 3 ore con Sara e Francesco. Sono stati disponibili, attenti, precisi e preparati. La visita è volata via in un amen! Tante chicche e info utili per scoprire Matera e la sua storia che altrimenti da soli non si riuscirebbe a farlo. Alla prossima! È ...

SamuelaL20
January 2023

La guida Pina era molto preparata, è stata in grado di coinvolgere tutto il gruppo, anche i bambini. L'utilizzo della radiolina con le cuffie ha permesso di sentire molto bene,.anche a distanza, la voce della guida. Organizzazione ottima anche per le indicazioni precise sui parcheggi e sul luogo ...

vincenzoaS8641UQ
December 2022

Il tour è stato organizzato in maniera eccellente. Informazioni puntuali e precise da parte di Francesco per incontrarsi con la guida,Sara,che si è dimostrata competente,cortese e disponibile. Bellissima esperienza!

antonella p
December 2022

Abbiamo scelto questa visita tra le tante offerte solo perché il sito era strutturato molto bene, chiaro, e facile da utilizzare. La visita infatti si è rivelata altrettanto chiara è ben organizzata con una grande attenzione a tutti i dettagli. La guida molto preparata ed empatca, le 3 ore di s...

ireneoA6783VR
January 2023

La guida Alessandra e' stata molto gentile ci ha raccontato tante curiosità e risposto alle domande dei nostri bambini curiosi.nin avevamo mai fatto tour con guida privata e ci e' piaciuto moltissimo..la consigliamo!

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