Full Private 3h Excursion to the Sassi di Matera
Overview
This guided walking tour offers a more complete and in-depth experience of the Sassi of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, designed for travelers who want to go beyond a simple panoramic walk. Accompanied by a local guide, you will explore the historic districts by stepping into the heart of the city carved into the rock.
The itinerary includes entrance to two frescoed rock churches, including the renowned Madonna de Idris, dramatically suspended above Sasso Caveoso. Here, precious frescoes bear witness to the deep spirituality and artistic expression of medieval Matera.
Another key moment of the experience is the visit to a traditionally furnished cave house, set up as it was before the 1950s, offering a concrete understanding of the real living conditions of the families who inhabited the Sassi prior to the evacuation.
Enjoy a light tasting of regional bites - taralli, bread, and veggie spreads or other - to wrap up the tour.
What's Included
- Tasting of local food samples
- Entrance ticket to the Church of Sant'Antonio Abate
- 10% discount coupon to Mòvado Food&Drinks bar in Piazza Duomo
- Entrance tickets to a Casa Grotta museum (cave dwelling)
- Entrance tickets to the rock church of Madonna de Idris
- Guided tour to both Sassi districts, Caveoso and Barisano
- Exclusive expert tour guide
- Tips
- Extra food and drinks
Meeting Location
Via Alessandro Volta
3/5, 75100 Matera MT, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Via Alessandro Volta
75100 Matera MT, Italy
In front of the Cathedral
What To Expect
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Chiesa del Purgatorio (pass by)
Piazza San Francesco
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cattedrale di Matera (pass by)
Piazza San Pietro Caveoso
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Chiesa Rupestre Sant'Antonio Abate
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Casa Grotta Narrante
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Via Madonna delle Virtù
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piazza San Pietro Caveoso
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Church of Saint Mary of Idris
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
La Grotta Della Petrarola - Prodotti Tipici Matera / Degustazioni / Supermarket
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Collect your 10% discount coupon at our agency before the tour
- Matera’s historic districts feature uneven stone pavements, steps, and sloping pathways. We strongly recommend comfortable, non-slip walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
- The route includes steps, inclines, and narrow alleys. A moderate level of mobility is required. The itinerary may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility, wheelchairs, or strollers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-91060P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour 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.
- Tasting of local food samples.
- Entrance ticket to the Church of Sant'Antonio Abate.
- 10% discount coupon to Mòvado Food&Drinks bar in Piazza Duomo.
- Entrance tickets to a Casa Grotta museum (cave dwelling).
- Entrance tickets to the rock church of Madonna de Idris.
- Guided tour to both Sassi districts, Caveoso and Barisano.
- Exclusive expert tour guide.
- Tips.
- Extra food and drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Full Private 3h Excursion to the Sassi di Matera is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Full Private 3h Excursion to the Sassi di Matera will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tasting of local food samples
- Entrance ticket to the Church of Sant'Antonio Abate
- 10% discount coupon to Mòvado Food&Drinks bar in Piazza Duomo
- Entrance tickets to a Casa Grotta museum (cave dwelling)
- Entrance tickets to the rock church of Madonna de Idris
- Guided tour to both Sassi districts, Caveoso and Barisano
- Exclusive expert tour guide
- Tips
- Extra food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Collect your 10% discount coupon at our agency before the tour
- Matera’s historic districts feature uneven stone pavements, steps, and sloping pathways. We strongly recommend comfortable, non-slip walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
- The route includes steps, inclines, and narrow alleys. A moderate level of mobility is required. The itinerary may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility, wheelchairs, or strollers
