Tour Matera

An immersive experience to discover all that makes Matera unique by discovering motherhood and trying to enter, even in the philosophy of life of this strange and unique city. Together with me, Renato, or one of my collaborators like, Gaetano and Domenico, all qualified guides with a visceral passion and love for the city. The city of Matera, with its ancient districts, is considered among the oldest in the world. An authentic open-air museum that describes the life of man from the Stone Age to the present day with spectacular continuity. Not exactly a tourist tour, step by step you will discover the history of the city, the stories and vicissitudes of those who lived in the Sassi as well as art and architecture. a 360 ° analysis of Matera "Shame of Italy" and "Heritage of Humanity". we will also cross some locations of the 007 films; The Passion, W. Woman. the Group could reach a maximum of 18 people. If necessary, radios will be given to facilitate the tour

Discovering Matera, the city of the Sassi which has the title of European Capital of Culture for 2019 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ancient stony districts are characterized by houses carved into the limestone rock and rock churches that make it unique in the world. This natural conformation, which evokes biblical scenarios, has always made them ideal sets for important films, most recently the film by Ben Hur.

The thing that makes the Ape Calessino Tour special is the ease of getting to know and admire an extraordinary city, in an exclusive way (not in a group), optimizing times, without getting tired, especially in the summer, having fun. To be able to take photos, selfies and videos, alone or with your family, taking advantage of breathtaking views and unique views, which will remain in your heart.

Matera is one of the oldest cities in the world whose territory preserves evidence of human settlements starting from the Paleolithic and without interruptions up to the present day. It represents an extraordinary page written by man through the millennia of this very long history. World Heritage Site since 1993 and European Capital of Culture in 2019. With the classic and typical Ape Calessino (tuk tuk), an Italian myth, much appreciated by families, especially with children in wheelchairs, we will cross the Old Town and the Sassi, as they are very tiring on foot, especially in the summer, whizzing through the streets and characteristic alleys, making small stops for photos and videos and to visit churches in the squares and characteristic Case Grotte (Case Museo).

English Guided tour in the Sasso Caveoso, Sasso Barisano and City Center During our guided tour we are going to see the amazing old city of Matera. We are going to visit Matera Underground. It is an underground complex in the historical center of Matera, dug into the rock. An underground tour, through different trade activities from the Middle Ages. The last part of the tour includes the entrance in the original cave house that will show you how the poor people lived in the past in the Sassi of Matera with original furniture of that time.

You will visit Matera with a local tour guide that knows the city and will lead you to discover it as only an inhabitant can do.

Private tour with a multilingual tour guide that will lead just you discovering the city and its history.

Walk along via delle Beccherie, the connecting road between via Duomo and the splendid Romanesque Cathedral of the thirteenth century. The Cathedral, through its stairways and typical narrow streets of the stony districts, you can visit the Barisano stone with its refined architecture that was the backdrop for the daring scenes shot in 2019; Via Madonna delle Virtù, a road that runs along the Gravina di Matera, 007's favorite place for chases with the legendary Aston Martin; Via Muro, the most cinematic street in Matera, chosen in more than 70 years by famous national and international directors, most recently Cary Fukunaga; From Via Muro the most incredible takes shot in Piazza San Pietro Caveoso; The tour ends at Piazza Pascoli, one of the most fascinating places among the stones, chosen for the construction of the Hotel Balcony build, the hotel room of the legendary special agent

Emotional experience on board a Sightseeing to comfortably visit the modern and ancient districts of the city of Matera and to enjoy the beauty of both the Sassi, Caveoso and Barisano districts. The experiential tour ends on the Murgia Park of Matera where you can attend an unrepeatable natural spectacle of caves and ravines. It will therefore be possible to immortalize an unforgettable panorama offered by the Belvedere on the Sassi.

Explore the ancient city built into the rock, discover "Sassi di Matera" in a 2 hours walking tour, with a licensed local guide and visit an exclusive Underground site, run by our team: you will have the chance to observe the city through the eyes of a historian, who will show you not only the artistic beauty, but also the social, cultural and political value of a truly magical place. During the cultural tour, it will be possible to visit cisterns, rock churches or cave dwellings, also walking on movie locations. This will allow to experience history of the city, its internal dynamics and the global influences that have affected Matera over the centuries. We offer an enveloping tale that will enthrall young and old alike in our culture. The tour is a continuous discovery and is ideal, as well, for people interested in history and curious tourists who want to enjoy the beauty and uniqueness of the place, beyond the postcard image. Tour is limited to small groups of up to 15 people.

A unique experience, the data speak for themselves in the last 5 years the city of Matera has recorded a tourist increase of 400%. Thus standing at the top of the most visited cities in the world for its international tourism. Matera with its ten thousand years of history for culture, tradition and hospitality stands at an increasingly important growth. Matera is included in the top ten of the most beautiful Italian cities, "to be visited absolutely at least once in a lifetime". Seeing is believing!

with this amazing TOUR you will discover the capital of european culture for 2019 ! pick up 10am from your accomodation !

With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

You will love Matera at the first sight. At first glance, Matera looks like any small Italian town, but in few steps from Baroque Churches and boutiques, you will discover a very special place called Sassi, where the people lived from the Neolithic Period until the 50th of the last century, and it is today the World Heritage Site and the stage for many films.

We will discover together what was once defined as the "national shame". Today, Matera, with its Sassi and the Park of rock churches, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. Millennia of history and almost uninterrupted human presence have made Matera today a city that has so much to show; we will try to tell it and get to know it.

Discover the timeless charm of Matera and Alberobello on a private tour from Polignano a Mare. Explore the ancient city of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the iconic "Land of Trulli."

Exploring the Sassi with Vito Rondinone, an official guide from Matera, offers you an exclusive and personalized experience to truly connect with this magical place. As a private tour, you’ll have the full attention of a highly qualified local guide, dedicated solely to you, ensuring that every moment is tailored to your interests. You’ll not only visit the must-see spots but also uncover hidden, non-touristy gems that only a local expert can reveal. The journey begins at a breathtaking viewpoint, setting the stage for an immersive exploration through the ancient alleys of Sasso Caveoso, where I’ll share captivating stories of Matera’s rich history and vibrant culture. We’ll visit a traditional cave house museum, offering a firsthand look into the unique living conditions of the past. Throughout the tour, you’ll encounter stunning vistas, discover Matera’s culinary traditions, and gain a deep understanding of the city’s evolution, making this private tour an unforgettable experience.

Explore the 3 districts of Matera: Civita’ and the most fascinating part of the old town, named “Sassi”: Sassi Barisano and Caveoso. The guide will pick you up and bring you to Matera where you will start the guided walking tour. Stop 1 – MATERA – 2 hours. The stones of Matera is a real cultural landscape, capable of perpetuating from the most distant prehistoric past to the modern times.During the walking tour which lasts approx. 2 hours, our professional guides will show you the Sassi and take you to visite inside of a cave house to see the tools, the furniture, the lifestyle of the people that lived in THE SASSI OF MATERA , will take you back in time. transfer – 1 hour Stop 2 Alberobello 90 minutes The first trulli showed up in the prehistoric age being part of an ancient settlement in the Itria Valley.Still, the oldest trulli we know today are in Alberobello, dating back to the 14th Century. A visite inside of a trullo will show you the magic of this place.

Our tours are unique because in addition to discovering the wonders of Puglia, they give you the chance to experience all the experiences that characterize the places you visit, try the most authentic flavors.

We will visit a beautiful UNESCO site like the Sassi of Matera: SASSI represents an extraordinary urban ecosystem able to perpetuate the most distant prehistoric ways of the past to live in caves up to modernity. Known as "the Underground City", Matera is famous for being one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. On October 17, 2014, Matera was declared the European Capital of Culture for 2019.