Discover Matera on a seamless day trip from Bari, designed for travelers who value comfort, depth, and expert guidance. With private round-trip transfer, you’ll avoid logistics and focus on experience. Upon arrival, join a guided walking tour through the UNESCO-listed Sassi, where rock-hewn homes, ancient churches, and panoramic viewpoints reveal one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Your licensed local guide brings context to Matera’s transformation from cave settlement to cultural icon, sharing stories of daily life, architecture, and resilience. The pace is balanced, the route optimized, and time is dedicated to the most emblematic areas—Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano—plus scenic overlooks for unforgettable photos. Ideal for first-time visitors seeking a comprehensive yet relaxed introduction, this day trip delivers Matera’s essence in one well-organized experience.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Start comfortably with a private transfer; relax and let the journey unfold.
Reach Matera and join the guided tour. Walk through millennia of history. Follow your guide across ancient districts, capturing iconic views and framing the ravine and cave city.
Discover palaces carved into stone; read architecture shaped by time. Try to feel rupestrian spirituality by decoding frescoes and symbolism.
Continue to explore rock-cut dwellings and dramatic scenery. Visit an authentic cave dwelling to learn about the lifestyle of Matera's inhabitants.
Enjoy an hour of free time at your leisure to grab a lunch or to continue with Matera's exploration. Then, enjoy a stress-free journey back to Bari.
The driver's details will be provided the day before the tour.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Matera Day Trip from Bari with Guided Tour lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $177 per person for this Bari experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. The driver's details will be provided the day before the tour. Pickup points include Alberghi Hotel de Rossi, Bari Center Rooms.
The experience is available in EN, IT.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 7 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Martulli Viaggi.
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Our driver Francesco arrived on time to pick us up at hotel. The drive was wonderful. We we met our tour guide at Metera and she was great showing us around. We had time to have lunch before our driver picked us up to take us back to our hotel. The communication via message was perfect. I Would highly recommend this tour to anyone:
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matera Day Trip from Bari with Guided Tour | 5 hours | 5.0 (1) | $177 | |
 Private day trip to Alberobello and Matera from Bari | 8–9 hours | 3.0 (2) | $360 | View |
 Alberobello and Matera in a Day Trip Among UNESCO Treasures | 9 hours | 5.0 (18) | $206 | View |
 Matera Express: Private Daily Trip from Bari with Pick Up | 4 hours | 5.0 (2) | $188 | View |
 Alberobello & Matera : Full-Day Private Tour from Bari | 8 hours | 4.9 (46) | $286 | View |
 Day Trip to Alberobello Monopoli and Polignano a Mare from Bari | 9 hours | 4.9 (16) | $57 | View |
 Bari Guided Shore Excursion: Matera, Alberobello & Polignano | 8h 30min | 4.6 (12) | $87 | View |