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By Italygonia Travel T.O.
Free cancellation available
Price is €300 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Step inside a real Sassi cave house and see how families once lived
    • Taste authentic Matera panino made with local ingredients + drink
    • Enjoy a private tour with a knowledgeable local guide

Activity location

    • Matera
    • Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 75100 Matera MT, Italia | Meeting point with the local guide: Outside Banco di Napoli bank
    • Matera, Basilicata, Italy

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Matera: Private Sassi Tour & Traditional Panino Tasting

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Price details
€300.00 x 1 Adult€300.00
Total
Price is €300.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private walking tour of Matera with licensed tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Enjoy the charm of the Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Inclusions
    Discover the Sasso Caveoso and the Church of Saint Pietro Caveoso
  • Inclusions
    Walk through the charming narrow streets of the Sassi of Matera
  • Inclusions
    Be captivated by the panoramic viewpoints and the spectacular view over the Gravina of Matera
  • Inclusions
    Visit the Cathedral of Matera
  • Inclusions
    Savour a traditional Matera panino tasting with drink

Know before you book

    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Step into the authentic life of Matera on this private tour of a real Sassi cave house, where history, culture, and traditional food come together for a truly immersive experience.

    Start your tour in Piazza Vittorio Veneto, where stunning panoramic views stretch across Matera’s historic districts and the Gravina canyon. Visit the striking Church of San Pietro Caveoso, perched dramatically along the ravine and surrounded by a landscape that highlights the city’s remarkable connection with nature.

    Wander through the Sassi’s narrow lanes, scenic terraces, and ancient cave dwellings. Learn how local families once lived in homes carved into the rock, while admiring the harmonious mix of historic stone houses, elegant palaces, and centuries-old churches.

    Along the way, savour a traditional Matera panino tasting made with authentic semolina bread and regional ingredients, including artisanal cheeses, cured meats, and preserved vegetables. Your tasting includes a drink of your choice—water, soft drink, beer, or a glass of local wine—allowing you to experience the flavours of Matera exactly as its residents did.

    Your tour ends at the stunning Cathedral of Matera, a remarkable 13th-century Romanesque monument perched at the city's highest point, overlooking the Sassi. Appreciate its beautiful architectural details, historic works of art, and breathtaking views of the ancient areas and surrounding countryside.

    This private tour ensures an intimate and personal experience, letting you connect deeply with Matera’s culture, history, and flavours in a way that no standard walking tour can offer.
    Exclusive highlight: This is the only tour that lets you experience life inside a real Sassi home while tasting traditional Matera panino, making it a truly unique journey through Matera’s past and present.

Location

Activity location

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    • Matera
    • Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 75100 Matera MT, Italia | Meeting point with the local guide: Outside Banco di Napoli bank
    • Matera, Basilicata, Italy