Discovering Matera
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Discovering Matera

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Overview

Come and discover the thousand facets of the City of Sassi, Matera, as well as the European Capital of Culture 2019.

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

10% discount coupon at MòVado Food & Drink for a tasting of typical products or a drink

Transfer to the Crypt of the Original Sin

Guided tours as per program

Entrance tickets to the sites as per program

Overnight stay in B&B 2 nights / 3 days

Meals and drinks where not otherwise specified

Tips and personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Travelers meet at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting point Martulli Viaggi Agency

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Day 1 Matera

  1. Matera

    12 hours

    Arrival and accommodation at the B&B accommodation located in the historic center. Free evening and overnight stay.

Day 2 Matera

  1. Sassi di Matera

    4 min Admission ticket included

    Meeting with the guide at the accommodation. Day dedicated to visiting the Sassi of Matera and the Murgia Park.The morning is entirely dedicated to visiting the Sassi of Matera where you can discover an incredible settlement in the rock offering anyone who observes them a glimpse of the life of the Matera population from the Palaeolithic times up to the our. Free lunch.

  2. Parco della Murgia Materana

    3 hours Admission ticket included

    The afternoon will be entirely dedicated to visiting the Murgia Park. Walk along the path that will make you discover the peculiarities of the place, among caves carved into the rock, cultivated areas and flora typical of the Mediterranean scrub. Furthermore, the Murgia of Matera is located in front of the city of Matera, only the Gravina stream divides the two areas, and what opens before your eyes will truly be an unrepeatable spectacle

Day 3 Matera

  1. Cripta del Peccato Originale

    3 hours Admission ticket included

    After a hearty breakfast, we head to the Crypt of Original Sin south of the city. It was the cultural site of a Benedictine rock monastery of the Lombard period. It is embellished with a cycle of frescoes dated between the eighth and ninth centuries, painted by the artist known as the Matera Flower Painter and expressing the historical characteristics of Benedictine-Benevento art.

Cancellation Policy

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

Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 3 travelers per booking

FAQs about Discovering Matera

Can I cancel Discovering Matera for free?

Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

How long does it take?

It takes about 3 days.

Where does it start?

Meeting point Martulli Viaggi Agency

What's included?

  • 10% discount coupon at MòVado Food & Drink for a tasting of typical products or a drink
  • Transfer to the Crypt of the Original Sin
  • Guided tours as per program
  • Entrance tickets to the sites as per program
  • Overnight stay in B&B 2 nights / 3 days

What's not included?

  • Meals and drinks where not otherwise specified
  • Tips and personal expenses

Which places does it visit?

It visits Sassi di Matera, Parco della Murgia Materana, Cripta del Peccato Originale.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in Italian.

What fitness level is needed?

It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Operated by Martulli Viaggi

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