Trekking Culture and Flavors Discover the Saracen Village

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3 to 4 hours (approximately)
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Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the history and flavors of Basilicata with an exclusive trek in the Murgia Materana Park. This tour will take you to a private area, away from the tourist trails, where you will explore the Saracen Village, an ancient rock settlement. Experienced guides will take you through breathtaking landscapes, telling you about the local flora and fauna. At the end of the walk, enjoy a tasting of oils, cheeses and typical Lucanian wines in a masseria, for an authentic convivial experience.

- Exclusive access to a private area of the Murgia Park
- Visit to the Saracen Village, a fascinating historical site
- Tasting of typical products in a local farm
- Tour lasting 3h30 with expert Guide and transfer included

What's Included

Private transportation
Authorized local Guide
Tasting of typical Lucanian products and local wines
Water and snacks

Meeting and pickup

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Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
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    ️ What you will visit during the tour The route winds through a private area of the Murgia Materana Park, an authentic place that preserves traces of history, nature and traditions. Saracen Village – Ancient rock settlement that tells the community life of our ancestors. Rock dwellings – Houses carved into the rock, testimony to the ingenuity and adaptability of local families. Medieval rock churches – Small chapels with suggestive frescoes, symbol of the spirituality of the place. Rock cemetery – Ancient burials that reveal the customs and beliefs of communities. Flora and fauna of the Park – During the trek, the Guide will tell you about the botanical and animal species that live in the area. Authentic Masseria – Conclusion in a typical Lucanian Masseria with tasting of extra virgin olive oil, cold cuts, cheeses and local wines such as the renowned Spaccasassi – Moro di Matera DOC.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Passi nei Sassi

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