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Matera Guided Sunset Tour: Murgia Timone&Belvedere with Transfer | 2h 30min | 4.7 (143) | $28 | |
From Matera : Murgia Park and Sassi at Sunset Tour | 2h 30min | 4.7 (43) | $28 | View |
Sunset and Stars Belvedere Parco della Murgia Materana |
Discover the wild and ancient side of Matera on a guided walking tour through the Regional Park of the Rupestrian Churches. After a shared transfer from Matera’s city center, access the protected area of Murgia Timone with the entry ticket included as part of the experience. This special access allows you to explore one of the most important archaeological areas surrounding Matera, including the ancient Neolithic village, the panoramic Belvedere overlooking the Sassi, and the rupestrian churches carved into the rock. Together with a knowledgeable guide, walk scenic trails above the Gravina canyon and visit the rock-hewn churches of San Falcione and Madonna delle Tre Porte, featuring Byzantine frescoes dating from the 12th to 17th centuries. Continue to the dramatic Golgota hill, selected by Mel Gibson as a filming location for The Passion of the Christ thanks to its dramatic and timeless scenery. End the tour at sunset from the Belvedere, where Matera’s Sassi glow in golden light.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:32 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 9.
Meet your group in Matera’s city center and board the minivan/minibus heading toward the Park of Rupestrian Churches.
Access the protected archaeological area of Murgia Timone with the included entry ticket. Explore traces of the ancient Neolithic village carved into the rock, where some of the earliest human communities in southern Italy once lived. Discover caves, cisterns, and remains that reveal prehistoric life in the area.
Visit the Crypt of San Falcione, one of the oldest rupestrian churches in the park. Admire the ancient rock-cut architecture and learn about the religious communities who inhabited these remote caves.
Continue to the Church of Madonna delle Tre Porte, known for its Byzantine frescoes and spiritual significance. Your guide will explain the symbolism and history hidden within these centuries-old paintings.
Before reaching Belvedere, cross the dramatic Golgota hill, famous as a filming location for The Passion of the Christ. End the experience at the iconic Belvedere viewpoint, the most panoramic terrace overlooking Matera’s Sassi districts.
After enjoying the sunset from the Belvedere viewpoint, relax during the shared transfer back to Matera’s city center.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Matera Guided Sunset Tour: Murgia Timone&Belvedere with Transfer lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $28 per person for this Matera experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 6 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 8 departures a day between 3:00 PM and 6:30 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Please enter the office and introduce yourselves to the staff. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, IT, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 143 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Martulli Viaggi.
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