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Matera: Explore Sassi's Ancient Caves, Hike Gravina Gorge, and Cross the Tibetan Bridge
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19 Ratings
Matera
Discover the age-old caves of Sassi and trek the Gravina gorge on this excursion around Matera. Wander around the waterfalls and traverse the canyons. Traverse a suspension bridge to soak in the panoramic city view from the Belvedere Murgia Timone.
Discover the age-old caves of Sassi and trek the Gravina gorge on this excursion around Matera. Wander around the waterfalls and traverse the canyons. Traverse a suspension bridge to soak in the panoramic city view from the Belvedere Murgia Timone.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Sassi di Matera - Begin the journey from the heart of Matera and proceed to trail 406, which guides you through stunning landscapes and awe-inspiring views along the Murgia Materana.
- Belvedere Murgia Timone - Experience a remarkable panoramic view at sunset as the Sassi city illuminates. This offers a breathtaking and evocative scene that…
- Sassi di Matera - Begin the journey from the heart of Matera and proceed to trail 406, which guides you through stunning landscapes and awe-inspiring views along the Murgia Materana.
- Belvedere Murgia Timone - Experience a remarkable panoramic view at sunset as the Sassi city illuminates. This offers a breathtaking and evocative scene that allows for a full appreciation of the surrounding landscape’s beauty.
- Ponte Tibetano - A rugged and steep path descends into the Gravina canyon, leading to the Tibetan Bridge of Matera. This bridge is suspended over a river gorge and can be accessed via an uphill hiking trail.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- 10% Discount Coupon at MòVado Food & Drink
- Tourist guide
- Access to the bridge
- Private transportation
- 10% Discount Coupon at MòVado Food & Drink
- Tourist guide
- Access to the bridge
What's Not Included
- Bottled water
- Bottled water
Additional Information
- Shared tour. This experience will be shared with other guests
- Minimum age 16, maximum age 65
- Do not participate under the following conditions: If you have had injuries in the last 3 months
- Do not participate under the following conditions: If you suffer from vertigo
- Do not participate under the following conditions: If you are pregnant
- Do…
- Shared tour. This experience will be shared with other guests
- Minimum age 16, maximum age 65
- Do not participate under the following conditions: If you have had injuries in the last 3 months
- Do not participate under the following conditions: If you suffer from vertigo
- Do not participate under the following conditions: If you are pregnant
- Do not participate under the following conditions: If you have alow level of fitness
Location
Via Alessandro Volta, 3
Via Alessandro Volta
Agenzia Martulli Viaggi
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(19 Ratings)
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Anniehi98hx
Sep 21, 2024
Amazing hike, beautiful views - Claudio is an amazing guide, so friendly, thoughtful, and knowledgeable. The hike is amazing and there are so many cool things to see along the way - the Tibetan bridge, cave churches, local plants, the river, beautiful views os the Sassi, and more. Make sure to bring hiking shoes and water, this trip is a bit strenuous!
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853immacolatas
Aug 28, 2024
Tour to Matera with Guide - Thanks to the professionalism of Imma our Guide, and 'was a 'beautiful experience, we relived the history of Matera, its traditions, and the places where the farmers of the time lived. We did everything in a minibus and got off at the most important stages. Highly recommended
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Leslie_l
Jun 29, 2024
Tough, but worth the view - Claudio was a very experienced hiker and engaging tour guide. His grandparents lived in Matera and so he had some personal connection to the area. He took us down the gorge and across the bridge, up into the cave dwellings. We continued on into the stone churches and were able to see some original frescoes. At the very top, we had an amazing view of the city of Matera. This is an arduous climb and highly recommended to have proper footwear (I noticed some people in flip-flops! Sturdy shoes are best). Some scrambling involved. If you fear heights, I would not recommend. There are no guard rails, with the exception of the swinging bridge. Once at the top, you had the option of requesting a transport back to town, but we chose to go back the way we came. Bring water! You won’t get a view of Matera like this any other way.
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460luigir
May 1, 2024
Exceptional guide... - The guide is Mr Pasquale di Gravina, truly Number One.
Clear, prepared with a phenomenal vocabulary...
10 and praise..
Ask for the Pasquale guide
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Silvanasj1164qc
Dec 27, 2023
Perfect tour of the Sassi - Excellent tour to discover and experience the Sassi of Matera, Giuseppe is a very knowledgeable and friendly guide, highly recommended to best visit the Sassi!
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Daniele-e-ana
Jan 5, 2024
Recommended tour - Interesting and essential tour.
We touch the main points of this beautiful city.
The musical performance in the church of Sant'Antonio is very beautiful, where a man from Matera tells his story and performs the begging song.
The guide Giuseppe is very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful.
The afternoon tour is especially recommended to also enjoy the view of the illuminated city
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