Guided tour of the Sassi of Matera

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Matera, Italy

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2 hours (Approx.)

Offered in: English and 3 more

Overview

The Sassi di Matera are one of the most fascinating sights in southern Italy, but these ancient cave dwellings can be difficult to interpret on your own. With this guided tour, see the most interesting cave homes and rupestrian churches in the cliffside town in just hours and enjoy insights into their history and significance from your guide. Stroll through the most picturesque squares in the historic center to snap photos.

A time-saving two-hour tour of Matera's top cave dwellings and churches
Gain a deeper understanding of this historic town with guide commentary
Admire the Chiesa dello Spirito Santo, dug completely out of the rock
Headsets to follow the guide's explanations, even at the busiest sights

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What's Included

Disposable radio guides and earphones

Entrance into the typically furnished cave house

Entrance into the excavated rock crypt, on three levels

Departure & Return

Departure PointVia Lucana, 192 , Via Lucana, 192, 75100 Matera MT, Italy

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Appointment at the Infopoint located in via lucana 192. Next to the elementary school Padre Giovanni Minozzi

Return Details

This activity ends in a different location. See details below:

Piazza Vittorio Veneto , Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 75100 Matera MT, Italy

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Old Town

Piazza Giovanni Pascoli , Piazza Giovanni Pascoli, 75100 Matera MT, Italy

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Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
OPERATED BY VIAGGI KARMA MATERA

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Guided tour of the Sassi of Matera?

A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas

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What is the policy on sanitization during Guided tour of the Sassi of Matera?

A:The policies on sanitization are:

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitized between use

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What is the social distancing policy during Guided tour of the Sassi of Matera?

A:The policy on social distancing is:

Social distancing enforced throughout experience

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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Guided tour of the Sassi of Matera?

A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

Guides required to regularly wash hands

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Your ai Sassi di Matera

Laura_A

, Aug 2021

Una bellissima visita. La guida Maria Pia molto professionale, preparata e gentile. Ci ha guidarti attraverso i sassi attenta alle esigenze di tutto il gruppo. Ci ha anche consigliato cosa vedete che non fosse compreso nel tour

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Response from Host , Aug 2021

Grazie

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Visita top

Luca_B

, Aug 2021

Visita guidata in una città bellissima come Matera, raccontata in maniera impeccabile dalla nostra guida. Consigliatissimo

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3 amiche e i sassi

Eleonora_R

, Aug 2021

Daniela è stata una guida preparata e professionale. Ha saputo unire anche un po’ di storia del Sud Italia così da spiegarci meglio l’evoluzione e le caratteristiche della città. È un tour alla portata di tutti ma consiglio scarpe comode!

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