Caving · MATERA CAVE TOURS
The 7 best matera cave tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Explore Matera’s Sassi, a cave house, and Sant’Antonio Abate church on a lively two-hour guided walk for $31.
“Maria was a fabulous guide! Knowledgeable and passionate. And very attentive to our needs as elderly folks.”
Explore Matera’s Sassi, rock churches, and a furnished cave home on a 2-hour English walking tour priced at $26.60.
“Great starting point and guide gave lots of good info and got us into the cave house and church quickly- bypassing all the people without tours and even getting ahead of some other groups as well. Great value for the price and the amount of time for the tour was perfect. We actually ended a bit early but that was fine by us also!”
Explore Matera’s Sassi with a local guide, entering a furnished cave house and frescoed rock church on this two-hour walking tour.
“Guiseppe was an excellent, knowledgeable guide coming up with both fun facts and “gossip” as well as a broad historic knowledge on the region, city and social setting of the Sassi. It was a fun tour, super interesting and nice that we were only 4 people.”
Explore Matera’s Sassi, cave homes, rainwater system, and St. Mary of Idris with local guide Gaetano on a relaxed English walking tour.
“Our guide Gaetano was excellent and gave us a thoughtful and informative introduction to the social history of Matera. I felt I had a much better understanding of the area after having done this tour. Time well spent and I recommend doing a tour with him! Thank you so much! A 10/10 experience”
Explore Matera’s Sassi with an English-speaking guide, cave houses, Byzantine frescoes, and rock-cut churches for $35.
“We had a lovely tour with Lorenza. She spoke very good English and was extremely knowledgeable. I was curious and asked a lot of questions, all of which she was able to answer. We were a small group, and it felt like we could maintain an interesting conversation throughout the tour -- not just passively receive information. I would highly recommend Lorenza.”
Review of Matera’s private Sassi walking tour, with a cave house, rupestrian church, Murgia views, local guides, and practical tips.
“Julia was an exceptional guide! She expertly navigated us through Matera, sharing insightful knowledge of its rich history and vibrant culture. Her warmth, kindness and extensive expertise made the experience unforgettable. Julia also provided valuable recommendations for dining and activities. Highly recommended!”
Explore Matera’s Sassi with a local guide, then enter a 500-square-meter underground site carved into the rock.
“Great tour, a very kind and sincere guide, told interesting stories about the city, we visited all parts of the city, caves, we saw how people lived inside the caves. I very recommend it. Without a guide, we would not have seen and understood the peculiarities of this city.”
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