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Discover Matera on a seamless day trip from Bari, designed for comfort and depth. Join a guided walking tour through the UNESCO-listed Sassi, revealing ancient cave dwellings and churches. Learn about Matera's transformation from cave settlement to cultural icon from your licensed local guide.

What's included

Private round-trip transfer to Matera
Air-conditioned comfortable V-Class Mercedes-Benz or Ford Transit minivan (or a luxury sedan)
Complimentary water and city maps onboard
Admission tickets to the Casa Grotta museum and the rupestrian church
Assistance and coordination throughout the day
Personalized pick-up and drop-off in Bari
2-hours shared walking tour with a licensed local guide

Not included

Food and drinks
Tips and personal expenses

Itinerary

1
Bari
1h
Start comfortably with a private transfer; relax and let the journey unfold.
2
Sassi di Matera
1h 30min
Reach Matera and join the guided tour. Walk through millennia of history. Follow your guide across ancient districts, capturing iconic views and framing the ravine and cave city.
3
Chiesa Rupestre Sant'Antonio Abate
15min
Discover palaces carved into stone; read architecture shaped by time. Try to feel rupestrian spirituality by decoding frescoes and symbolism.
4
Stop 4
15min
Continue to explore rock-cut dwellings and dramatic scenery. Visit an authentic cave dwelling to learn about the lifestyle of Matera's inhabitants.
5
Matera
2h
Enjoy an hour of free time at your leisure to grab a lunch or to continue with Matera's exploration. Then, enjoy a stress-free journey back to Bari.

Before you go

Ticket & redemption

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One ticket covers the whole booking

Pickup & drop-off

The driver's details will be provided the day before the tour.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Accessibility

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available

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Matera Day Trip from Bari with Guided Tour & Casa Grotta Entrance

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