Discover Matera, the ancient city - English tour
Description
An immersive experience to discover everything that makes Matera unique by discovering motherhood and trying to enter, even in the philosophy of life of this strange and unique city. Along with me, Renato, or Gaetano, all licensed guides with a visceral passion and love for the city. The city of Matera, with its ancient districts, is considered among the oldest in the world. An authentic open-air museum that describes with spectacular continuity the life of man from the Stone Age to the present day. Tour not really tourist, step by step you will discover the history of the city, the stories and vicissitudes of those who lived in the Sassi in addition to art, architecture. a 360° analysis of Matera “Shame of Italy” and “World Heritage”. You will also pass through some locations of the films 007; The Passion, W.Woman. the Group could have a maximum of 18 people. If necessary radios will be given to facilitate the tour
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Itinerary
The tour develops through the most suggestive places and glimpses of ancient Matera passing through the: Sasso Caveoso and part of the Sasso Barisano. During this tour, visiting not really tourist spots, you will discover the history of the city step by step, for what reason until the beginning of the XXI century we didn't hear about Matera. Walking in the alleys you will enter the philosophy of the Matera listening also to the stories and the vicissitudes of those who lived in the Sassi of Matera besides art, anthropology, architecture and through a 360 ° analysis you will discover how Matera managed to go from the "Shame of Italy" to "World Heritage". It is not the classic tour where churches are visited, but the city is discovered through its own meanders. Besides me, Renato, you could be accompanied by: Sara, Domenico, Gaetano, guides who love Matera and the territory of the Sassi
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1,884)
Matera has a lot of secrets that you definitely need a tour to figure out. For example - did you have any idea it's the place of the 3rd oldest human settlement on earth? Also, it's a place with multiple beautiful and elaborate churches but also had people, who were living in caves just in the last century. We have come to Matera early in the morning without a clear understanding of where we are going but thanks to our guide Gaetano, we were left with a clear plan of action. Gaetano recommended us some places to eat, other places to visit and a story of the city to remember.
If you are visiting Matera, you must book this tour! What made this tour a 10/10 was our tour guide, Gaetano. He brought history to life with so much passion, humor, and depth. His depth of knowledge about local history was remarkable, and he answered every question with ease. Even in extreme heat, he was incredibly thoughtful, checking in constantly to ensure I was doing well. I truly enjoyed this tour. Highly recommend!
It was a very informative tour, in spite of the heat! The guide, Gianni, was very knowledgeable, and focused on one area of Sassi. He also made sure we were protected from the heat, and showed us an extra cave.
Such an incredible tour! Matera is such a unique and fascinating city. Renato was excellent at sharing its history. Highly recommend.
Highlight of a 2 week trip to Italy. We are still talking about it. Renaldo was amazing! Great sense of humor and we loved hearing the personal connection he has to Matera. It was a beautiful, memorable and meaningful experience.
This was a fabulous tour and our guide, Renato, was part of what made it so terrific. He was not only informed that he had a personal connection with this city, and it was that personal insight and connection that really brought the experience to life the city itself is incredible with a rich history and learning about the people and the way they lived was fascinating. I highly recommend this tour.
This was fantastic!!! This city is so special and thanks to the local who guided us and told us everything, we now really understand how these people lived and lived in the caves. The whole city is an optical illusion.
This was a great tour provided by a very knowledgeable guide with first hand family experience of living in the old town. He brought it to life. Unique experience. Was very hot so wear a hat and take water, bumpy uneven ground.
A memorable 2-hour tour. It was full of interesting information and thanks to the personality of our guide, it kept us fully engaged in spite of the hot weather. I would recommend you wear comfortable shoes and begin your stay in Matera with this tour.
Discover Matera guided walk with Renato what an exceptional treat! A very informative walking tour taking in key points in Matera’s history, such a beautiful town with a very rich history.. Renato delivers the right amount of information, shares his family’s history and a fabulous sense of humor. A great day, thank you Renato!
