Church of San Pietro Caveoso

The main attractions, the most important monuments, the curiosities, the legends, the places frequented by the locals, the best restaurants, the typical dishes, and the anecdotes of people who have always lived in the city. These are the elements I would like to find in a tour when I travel and that is exactly what you will find inside this digital tour! What will you need for this tour: - Smartphone - Internet connection - Some energy! You will walk about 3 km but it is feasible regardless of athletic training (so the tour must be done moving through the streets of Matera and not just by phone). You can start the tour at any time: once purchased you will receive link and password to start your experience! Everything is going to be into GetYourGuide Voucher so read all the info!  Once purchased, the tour can be used for the duration of the booked day + 2 extra days so: no rush at all! During the tour, you can freely enter the monuments (entrance fees are not included) and spend as much time as you like on the various visits! Unlike standard tours where you have to run after a guide, the beauty of this experience is that you can decide whether to relax, read historical insights, or spend more time on food or views! The experience is totally in your hands!

The guided tour make you discover the typical Sassi, a Unesco World Heritage Site. The itinerary begins in the piazza Vittorio Veneto square, with a wonderful view of the Sasso Caveoso and the hill called Murgia. You will pass by the Palazzo Lanfranchi, houses the Museum of Medieval and Modern Art of Basilicata, and the nearby church of the Carmine. The tour continues through the heart of the old buildings to the church of San Pietro Caveoso. You will pass near the cave church of Saint Lucia delle Malve and the tour continues to the Sasso Barisano following the ancient ravine. Return to the center of town and walk around the baroque area with a visit to the most important churches in this style: St. Clare and St. Francesco di Assisi. End of the tour with the discovery of the Romanesque cathedral. During the visit itinerary you can visit a typical “Casa Grotta (Cave House)” excavated in the rock with furniture of rural culture to the beginning of 1900 (ticket not included)

Pick-up service from the city of Matera to reach the city of Alberobello and start your tour. Arrival in Alberobello, a town famous all over the world for its Trulli, and meeting with the guide for the guided tour. Visit of the Monumental area Rione Monti: district known for the presence of 1000 trulli; short stop on the Belvedere to observe the panorama that the Trulli themselves offer, ending with a visit to the Church of Sant'Antonio. Free time for lunch and afterwards return to Matera With this tour you can also visit the City of Matera (day chosen by the customer based on availability) Tour Matera: • Departure from our Agency (via A. Volta n. 3/5). • Short stop in piazza San Francesco, in front of the homonymous Church; • Arrival at the highest point of the city, the Civita, where you are in front of the Cathedral; • Panoramic road composed of narrow streets and winding alleys to reach via dei Fiorentini; • Church of Sant'Antonio Abate. • Casa Grotta traditionally furnished. • Via Madonna delle Virtù and Porta Pistoia, "Pert P'stel" in the vernacular of Matera, where there is a widening, meeting point between Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso. • History of the Church of San Pietro Caveoso. • Local artisanship. • Piazzetta Pascoli, overlooking the Sassi.

Embark on an unforgettable journey starting from vibrant Bari! Our delightful driver is all set to whisk you away to the enchanting town of Matera in a cozy car or van. After an exciting guided tour, get ready for a smooth ride back to Bari with our friendly driver. The guided tour make you discover the typical Sassi, a Unesco World Heritage Site. The itinerary begins in the piazza Vittorio Veneto square, with a wonderful view of the Sasso Caveoso and the hill called Murgia. You will pass by the Palazzo Lanfranchi, houses the Museum of Medieval and Modern Art of Basilicata, and the nearby church of the Carmine. The tour continues through the heart of the old buildings to the church of San Pietro Caveoso. You will pass near the cave church of Saint Lucia delle Malve and the tour continues to the Sasso Barisano following the ancient ravine. Return to the center of town and walk around the baroque area with a visit to the most important churches in this style: St. Clare and St. Francesco di Assisi. End of the tour with the discovery of the Romanesque cathedral. During the visit itinerary you can visit a typical “Casa Grotta (Cave House)” excavated in the rock with furniture of rural culture to the beginning of 1900 (ticket not included) And fear not, our driver will ensure your journey back to Bari is not just a ride but a comfortable and engaging experience, making your entire adventure truly memorable!

Meet your expert tour guide in the Piazzetta Pascoli and enjoy fantastic views of Matera, the ancient city overlooked by the cathedral's bell-tower and the Sasso Caveoso. Marvel at this remarkable spectacle of urban development frequently utilized by great directors such as Pasolini and Mel Gibson. View the Palazzo Lanfranchi, which houses the Museum of Medieval and Modern Art of Basilicata, and the other buildings of the Baroque District. Then go into the heart of the Sasso Caveoso and view the unique and beautiful cave buildings which have been inhabited since Palaeolithic times. Visit the church of San Pietro Caveoso whose Baroque facade belies a much older history. To really connect with the regions ancient inhabitants, enjoy the unique experience of a visit to a furnished cave-house decorated according to ancient traditions. Be enchanted by the splendid frescoes of one of the most interesting cave-churches in the whole area, the Church of St. Lucia alle Malve. After, return to Piazzetta Pascoli.