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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
Meeting and pickup
the meeting point will be in Piazza Duomo near the only fountain present, in front of the Cathedral
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.
Itinerary
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1
We will visit the Cathedral of Matera, an example of Apulian Romanesque style and dedicated to the Madonna delle Bruna. The latter is the Marian effigy dearest to the people of Matera and is celebrated during the homonymous festival on 2 July.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
We will enter a cave house "inhabiting it" for a few moments like Matera from other times. We will become one with the thought of the now disappeared peasant civilization for a small emotional journey. The visit also includes admission to the neviera and the rock church of S: Agostino al Casalnuovo. NB. in case this particular cave house is inaccessible, another equivalent one will be visited
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
It is the most scenic and significant rock church in the Sassi of Matera, positioned inside an incredible rocky outcrop which has now become a symbol of the city. N.B. If this rock church is not accessible, we will visit the rock church of Santa Lucia alle Malve. In case of inaccessibility also of the rock church of Santa Lucia alle Malve, we will visit the rock church of the Holy Spirit.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
You will enter the history of Matera: a world heritage city with this tour dedicated to the Sassi. Together we will venture through the suggestive streets of Sasso Caveoso to discover its origins, its history and numerous rooms carved into the rock that can still be visited.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5
Five bronze statues that tell us how young people fell in love in the Sassi of Matera between simple gestures and ancient customs.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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