Private Guided Tour: Discover Sassi of Matera, the Unique World Heritage Site
4.8
28 Ratings
Matera

Embark on a private guided tour to explore the Sassi of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the European Capital of Culture for 2019. Discover the unique ancient stony districts, with houses carved into limestone rock and rock churches, reminiscent of biblical scenarios and featured in famous films.

Duration: 2 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Chiesa del Purgatorio - Church of the Purgatory Matera - The fascinating Church of the Purgatory of Matera can be found at the intersection between the via del corso and the strada San Francesco
What's Included
  • 10% discount coupon at MòVado Food & Drink for a tasting of typical products or a drink
  • Tickets
  • Local Guide
What's Not Included
  • Tasting Food
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

Exploring Matera, the Sassi city recognized as the 2019 European Capital of Culture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its antiquated rock districts are marked by homes chiseled into the limestone and Stone Churches, making it globally unique. This natural layout, reminiscent of biblical scenes, has consistently made it a perfect location for notable…

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Location
Via Alessandro Volta, 3
Via Alessandro Volta
Via Alessandro Volta, 3, 75100 Matera Mt , Italy
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Lorycanali
Sep 1, 2024
Recommended tour - Beautiful experience also thanks to the sympathy and skill of Guide Giuseppe an added value to a country that is already a postcard
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Giorgio-b-1966
Jul 7, 2024
Guided tour of the Sassi - I booked a guided tour of the stones of Matera with a guide at this agency. The agency was recommended to me. Beautiful stones, beautiful context and beautiful story but the guide, Antonia a girl from Altamura, was extraordinary, she was able with her own narratives and explanations to reach the hearts of many, very good and very professional. On the Sassi nothing to add if you do not see them live you do not understand. To recommend.
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Ludovicar265
May 17, 2024
Passion and professionalism - Tour of the stones with Mr. Pasquale, a courteous and competent professional. His ability to convey the profound meaning of the historical and cultural context of Matera was unparalleled for me.
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Saraaz3581vb
May 12, 2024
Unforgetable experience - Very very nice experience. Matera is Beautiful and getting to know it through our guide Giuseppe has been even more exciting. You can see the love he has for his city, he knows everything and everyone and he gave us a very complete tour in Spanish. Furthermore, he has been very very friendly and pleasant. We surely recommend!! Thanks Giuseppe!!
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Viaggiatorebergamas
May 1, 2024
Discovering the wonders of Matera - Giuseppe EXCEPTIONAL GUIDE! We visited and admired the wonders of the city with a fantastic and competent guide: Giuseppe was able to involve us and excite us as we discovered an enchanting place. Thank you with all my heart! A tour that will remain in our hearts: CONGRATULATIONS TRULY!
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X9845mvgabriellag
Apr 6, 2024
Beautiful experience - Very useful and interesting tour of the stones thanks to Giusy, a highly experienced guide capable of transmitting love for the area and above all knowledge of the history and geology of the place! We had shot the day before independently without naturally being able to fully appreciate what we were seeing, even though it was amazing. With the right directions, however, we were able to enjoy not only the wonderful views of this city, but we were able to discover the thousand-year history up to the present day and the thousand details that are hidden in the labyrinth of stones! Fun and educational! Highly recommended! A thousand thanks!
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Albertocb3975wh
Mar 13, 2024
Tour of the stones - Very interesting tour of the stones. Duration in the order of two hours. The guide Antonia was very kind and very clear and engaging in telling the story of Matera. With his passion, it seemed like reliving the history of Matera through a physical visit to the city. The tour included a furnished stone house from the time and a rock church (with an accompanying singing performance by Eustachio, an elderly gentleman who passes down the experiences of Matera from the past.
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Z642xfleonardom
Feb 10, 2024
Discovering the districts of Matera - Beautiful experiences. Giuseppe, a highly trained guide with excellent knowledge of history, friendly and entertaining, who made us passionate about the stones of Matera while walking through its villages. Thanks from the country of Calabria.
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Philips637
Jul 20, 2024
Great experience - Led by Giuseppe, who proved to be an excellent and friendly cicero, we got to the heart of Matera, its history and local traditions. Also great his Recommendation for dinner!
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950ludwigc
Nov 2, 2023
Humoristic guide elevates the experience - Matera is a breath taking city. Also literally; lot’s of stairs have to be climbed - but it is worth the effort. Even in November Sassi is teaming with visitors, although on a Monday a lot of restaurants were closed.
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