Crypt of Original Sin Tour: Explore Ancient Frescoes with Tasting and Transfer in Matera

Embark on a captivating tour of the Crypt of Original Sin in Matera. Explore ancient frescoes, learn about Benedictine art, and indulge in a tasting experience. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cripta del Peccato Originale - Discover the beautiful frescoes of the Original Sin Crypt with ticket included and transfer from Matera. Discover the history of this ancient cave and its captivating art with an audio guide. - Casal Dragone - Agriturismo e Azienda vitivinicola - After the tour of the Crypt, your driver will take you to a Masseria called Masseria Dragone for the tasting of local food products.
What's Included
  • 10% Discount Coupon at MòVado Food & Drink
  • Tasting of typical products Masseria Dragone
  • A glass of wine
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Entrance ticket to the Crypt of Original Sin
  • Italian, English, German, Spanish, French, and Russian audio guide
What's Not Included
  • • Physical Tourist Guide
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Discover the beautiful frescoes of the Original Sin Crypt with ticket included and transfer from Matera. Discover the history of this ancient cave and its captivating art with an audio guide. Meet your driver at the meeting point in Matera; then, drive for about 20 minutes to the crypt in an air-conditioned minivan. Upon arrival, enter the natural cave and prepare to be amazed by the cave paintings that date back to the 8th century. See various depictions of biblical scenes, including that of Adam and Eve giving the crypt its name. Listen to how the cave was used as a church by Benedictine monks and discover how the frescoes show the typical properties of Benedictine art of the time. After the tour of the crypt, you will return to Matera and you will be taken back to the original meeting point.

  • Shared tour. This experience will be shared with other guests
  • Please get in touch with our agency to indicate your preferred language for the audio guide.
Location
Via Alessandro Volta
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Happiness50814031252
Jun 12, 2024
Gregorian - Magnificent visit with Gregorian chant and lighting which allows you to gradually discover, following a story in French, the story of this 9th century painter monk A spiritual and contemplative parenthesis outside of time and close to the divine
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John_r
May 17, 2024
Interesting ! - Interesting audio on the crypt that went for approximately 20 minutes then we went to the Mesaria for some red wine tastings and snacks.
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