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Sassi of Matera Tour with Porter & Audio Guide

Matera

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Overview

Take in exquisite views of the historic town of Matera as you set out to explore in a tuk-tuk with a guide.

Highlights

  • Hop onboard a tuk-tuk and discover the winding streets of this UNESCO World Heritage site with a knowledgeable English or Italian-speaking porter.
  • Along with an added audio guide, learn about the historic center of Matera and admire the Matera Cathedral at the highest point of the city.
  • Visit the Cave House, a site inhabited by the Romans and the Byzantines, and stop for photos to capture panoramic views of Sasso Barisano.
  • Fun Fact: The Cave House has been used as a backdrop for numerous movies including Mel Gibson's ‘The Passion of the Christ’.

Inclusions

  • 45-min tuk-tuk tour of Sassi of Matera
  • English or Italian-speaking porter guide
  • Audio guide (available on Android and iOS)
  • Entry to Cave House
  • Informative city map

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your Experience

Explore Matera's Rocky Landscape Infused with History

On your tuk-tuk ride, admire a city built on a series of rocky river ridges and ravines, and soak up breathtaking views of this ancient heritage site. Learn everything about Matera from your English or Italian-speaking guide and even enjoy an audio guide. See the distinctive shape of the cave houses, carved from the soft limestone that makes up the rocky cliffs, dotting the landscape like honeycombs.

Arrive at the heart of the historical center, the Vittorio Veneto Square. Here, the imposing Matera Cathedral dominates the skyline, its ornate facade a masterpiece of medieval architecture. Travel back in time with a visit to the Cave House, a site inhabited by the poor and the marginalized sections of society until only 50 years ago. Cave houses were divided into different cooking, sleeping, and living spaces. Observe the rough-hewn walls, ancient artifacts, and tools scattered throughout the rooms.

Stop to capture exquisite photos of the expansive views of both districts of Matera – Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso.

Itinerary

  • Vittorio Veneto Square

  • Church of Purgatory

  • Matera Cathedral

  • St. John's Church

  • Panoramic views of Sasso Barisano

  • Panoramic views of Sasso Caveoso

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