A privately guided tour of the ancient city of Matera
Matera is a unique place. With a history stretching back to the Palaeolithic age, the city was literally carved out of the hillside creating an environment like no other. Unlike anywhere else in Italy, Matera’s history, culture and cuisine is absolutely fascinating.
Join Casa Mia Tours in Matera for an experience that is tailored to your interests. Meet your local guide in the ancient Sassi and start exploring. Your itinerary may include some of the special rock churches, or a look inside one of the preserved cave dwellings that were still homes as recently as the 1950’s.
As you climb through the Sassi, you will be able to visit stores where local craftspeople continue to make traditional products like the ceramic cuccù, rooster-shaped whistles or wooden bread stamps used to personalize your loaves.
Talking of bread, you can add a stop at a local bakery. Basilicata is famous for a particular variety of durum wheat, which is used to make incredible pasta and bread. Your guide will talk you through the different elements of the local cuisine, complete with tastings of delicacies like fava beans, Materan foccacia, peperoni cruschi and much more.
Your tour continues with a stroll along the more recent additions (relatively!) to Matera, with the option to dip into Baroque churches, sip local wine overlooking the Sassi or peer down into the Palombaro Lungo; one of the old water cisterns.
This experience can be completely tailored to your interests, focusing on the history, culture or food of Matera as you prefer.
Highlights
What you'll be experiencing
- This curated exploration of Matera will introduce you to the history, culture and food of the ancient city
- Your guide can tailor the tour to the areas you are most interested in
- This tour focuses on the must-see landmarks and savoring local food specialties.
Practical Info
Key Points to Consider
- Bring a small reusable bag to pick up treats along the way
- Tours operate in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Please notify us in advance of any food allergies and aversions
- In summer we suggest wearing a hat and sunscreen, and carrying a small, reusable water bottle
Duration
Tour Length
This tour can be arranged as either a half day or full day experience
FAQs
Frequent Asked Questions
Inquiries
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