Overview
It’s one of the most unique and spectacular places in Italy or anywhere in the world.Until the 1950s, Matera was a source of shame for Italy, a place of poverty, malaria and high rates of infant mortality, where people lived in caves without electricity, running water or sewage. Carlo Levi’s book "Christ Stopped at Eboli" raised awareness of the desperate conditions people were living in and about half of the 30,000 population were moved to new homes in the modern part of the city between 1953 and 1968. Matera is located in a remote corner of Southern Italy in the small region of Basilicata. It’s not the easiest place to reach which is why it has managed to remain relatively unknown, especially to foreign tourists, although since it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993 visitor numbers are slowly growing and many of the caves have been transformed into stylish hotels and restaurants. Don't forget to visit Matera!
What's Included
- Entrance tickets in Palombaro Lungo
- Entrance tickets at the "rupestre" Church
- Private tour leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout)
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
- Entrance tickets in an ancient typical house
- Private walking tour with local professional tour guide
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary
Meeting and Pickup
Pick up at 6:00 am at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.
What To Expect
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Rome (pass by)
Sassi di Matera
4 hours Admission Ticket Free
Palombaro Lungo
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Customers with physical limitations can have problems walking on eneven ground;
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Matera Private Day Tour from Rome?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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).
- Entrance tickets in Palombaro Lungo.
- Entrance tickets at the "rupestre" Church.
- Private tour leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout).
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur.
- Entrance tickets in an ancient typical house.
- Private walking tour with local professional tour guide.
- Food and beverages.
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.
There 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 Matera Private Day Tour from Rome is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Matera Private Day Tour from Rome 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 tickets in Palombaro Lungo
- Entrance tickets at the "rupestre" Church
- Private tour leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout)
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
- Entrance tickets in an ancient typical house
- Private walking tour with local professional tour guide
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Customers with physical limitations can have problems walking on eneven ground;
