Sassi of Matera: complete tour for up to 15 people
Overview
The Sassi of Matera, the cathedral, the rock churches and the cave house are the most important ancient sites of this complex city, and visiting them alone can be counterproductive. Save time with an expert guide by taking part in a tour that includes all the most unmissable monuments! Discover the history and curiosities about the Matera Sassi and enter the Cathedral, the most representative rock church of the city (the Madonna di Idris) and visit the first cave house in Matera.
What's Included
- Entrance ticket to the rock churches of Idris and San Giovanni in Monterrone
- Headphones (if the group exceeds 10)
- Entrance ticket to the Historic Cave House of Vico Solitario
- Entrance ticket to the Cathedral
- Tour guide service
- Everything that is not indicated under "included"
- Any tip
Meeting Location
Piazza Duomo
75100 Matera MT, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Pietro Caveoso
75100 Matera MT, Italy
Panoramic place, in which to take beautiful photos at the end of the tour, a few steps from many restaurants and bistros. In about 10 minutes on foot you can return to the starting point of the tour, with a very simple road that will be indicated to you by our guide.
What To Expect
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Cattedrale di Matera
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Casa Grotta di Vico Solitario
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Church of Santa Maria de Idris
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Sassi di Matera
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
La Fontana Dell'amore "amarsi Nei Sassi"
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sassi of Matera: complete tour for up to 15 people?
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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.
- Entrance ticket to the rock churches of Idris and San Giovanni in Monterrone.
- Headphones (if the group exceeds 10).
- Entrance ticket to the Historic Cave House of Vico Solitario.
- Entrance ticket to the Cathedral.
- Tour guide service.
- Everything that is not indicated under "included".
- Any tip.
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. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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 Sassi of Matera: complete tour for up to 15 people is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sassi of Matera: complete tour for up to 15 people 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
- Entrance ticket to the rock churches of Idris and San Giovanni in Monterrone
- Headphones (if the group exceeds 10)
- Entrance ticket to the Historic Cave House of Vico Solitario
- Entrance ticket to the Cathedral
- Tour guide service
- Everything that is not indicated under "included"
- Any tip
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
