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- Italian
Travel from Bari to Matera with a comfortable and budget-friendly shared transfer and choose how you want to experience this extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage city. This day trip is ideal for travelers who want an easy alternative to renting a car or booking a costly private tour, with organized logistics and a guaranteed return.
You can select between two flexible options. Option 1 includes a guided walking tour with a licensed local guide through the Sassi of Matera, exploring Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano, entering a traditional Casa Grotta, and visiting the rock-cut Church of San Antonio Abate to learn about daily life in the caves until the 1950s. Option 2 allows you to enjoy Matera independently, with free time to wander scenic viewpoints, browse artisan shops, relax in cafés, or visit museums at your own pace.
With shared transportation, clear schedules, and on-site assistance, this experience offers excellent value and a stress-free way to discover Matera in one day.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Upon arrival at the meeting point, look for the minivan/minibus with the Day Trip sign.
Itinerary
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Castello Tramontano, Matera, Italy (Pass by)
Meet at the designated meeting point in Bari and depart by shared minivan/minibus. Arrive in Matera near Castello Tramontano, a panoramic landmark overlooking the ancient city. From here, you’ll either meet your guide for the walking tour or begin exploring the city independently, depending on the option selected.
Admission ticket free -
1Sassi di Matera
Meet your licensed local guide and start a guided walking tour through the UNESCO-listed Sassi districts of Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano. Walk along narrow stone alleys, discover rock-cut homes and churches, and learn how daily life unfolded in the caves for centuries. With the Transfer & Free Time option, you can explore the Sassi independently at your own pace.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Chiesa Rupestre Sant'Antonio Abate
Visit the evocative Rock Church of San Antonio Abate, carved directly into the limestone and rich in historical and religious significance. Entrance is included with the Guided Day Trip option. With the Transfer & Free Time option, the church can be visited independently with on-site ticket purchase.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Casa Grotta Narrante
Continue to the Rock Church of San Antonio Abate, carved directly into the limestone. Admire its unique structure and learn about the role of rupestrian churches in Matera’s religious life.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Piazza San Pietro Caveoso (Pass by)
Enjoy free time to explore Matera independently—perfect for a coffee break, taking photos, or a final stroll through the historic center before returning to Bari. Free time is included in both options, with a longer independent exploration period for the Transfer & Free Time option.
Admission ticket free -
Castello Tramontano, Matera, Italy (Pass by)
Meet again near Castello Tramontano and depart for Bari by shared transfer, arriving back in the early afternoon.
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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour is confirmed upon reaching a minimum of 10 participants. You will be contacted a few days before departure to confirm availability. In case of cancellation, a full refund will be issued or an alternative departure will be offered.
- The day before the tour, you will receive a WhatsApp message with the detailed tour program.
- The meeting point for the guided tour is at the local tour office in Via Alessandro Volta 3/5, Matera.
- 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.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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