Panoramic Tour of the Sassi of Matera in Open-Bus with House-Cave Discount Tickets

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Overview

Discover the magic of Matera with the panoramic bus tour! A comfortable and engaging experience that will take you to discover the Sassi of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, while crossing streets rich in history and charm. During the tour you will admire the ancient houses carved into the rock and enjoy beautiful views of the Murgia Park. The tour also includes the entrance to a typical cave house, to get to know the lifestyle of the Sassi inhabitants up close, and a 40-minute stop in Piazza San Pietro Caveoso, one of the most suggestive of the city. On board, an experienced tour leader will accompany you with explanations in Italian and English, to make your trip even more interesting and complete.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is in via Rocco Scotellaro n. 4, opposite the parking lot

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Castello Tramontano, Matera, Italy
Hear the story of Giovanni Carlo Tramontano, Count of Matera, and discover the ancient Aragonese fortress, one of the symbols of Renaissance Matera.
2. Via Lucana
point of passage
3. Villa Comunale dell’Unita d’Italia
Green space with The Great Mother, a tuff sculpture dedicated to motherhood and the peasant roots of Matera.
4. Convento Sant' Agostino
Historic place of worship overlooking the Sasso Barisano, among the most scenic in the city.
5. Via Madonna delle Virtù
Amazing panoramic road in the heart of the Sassi di Matera, offering breathtaking views of the Gravina and the caves of the Murgia Park
6. Piazza San Pietro Caveoso
Among the most scenic squares of Matera, overlooking the Gravina canyon and offers a spectacular view of the Murgia Materana Park
Duration: 40 mins
7. Casa Cisterna Sotterranea
Fascinating example of a traditional dwelling of the Sassi, carved into the rock and equipped with an ancient system of cisterns for collecting rainwater, which tells the daily life in past centuries
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Tour leader on board, who will provide explanations in Italian and English

40-minute stop in Piazza San Pietro Caveoso, with about 25 minutes of free time

Map of Sassi

Discount on souvenirs and typical products, at our agency

Entrance ticket to a House - Cave

Exclusion

Guided tour with guide during the stop

Tastings of typical products

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

tolerance for delays: there is a maximum waiting time of 5 minutes beyond the tour departure time. After this time, you will no longer be able to join the tour and will not be entitled to any refund

change to the day and time booked: the ticket is valid only for the date and time indicated at the time of issue and cannot be changed

Please note that the agency does not have a toilet. We advise you to plan accordingly before your tour departure

Please also consider the time it takes to find parking. We advise you to arrive early to avoid delays and make sure you are on time at the tour departure time

animals allowed only with prior authorization; it is essential to always have a muzzle to use in case of need

Supplied by Matera City Tour

Reviews

4.9

★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 271 reviews

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