Matera, Basilicata

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Discover Matera: Private Tours, Experiences & Custom Travel

Matera is one of the world's oldest inhabited cities in the world. It is by far one of the most impressive cities in the region of Basilicata which is located in Italy's deep south. The city has been considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1993.

This ancient city is so impressive because of its unique geography, geology, architecture and the amazing events which happened here. Featured in the film the "Passion of Christ", you can catch a glimpse of what awaits you here, but the magnitude of it - the incredible scope of what humans did here, simply has to be seen in person.

We can try to explain it in words, but it is just simply put one of those places you just simply must see with your own eyes.

Many visitors to Italy never venture so far south as Basilicata or the deep south in general, but those that do come are rewarded with some of Italy's finest foods, the most hospitable people, and the magic of one of the the world's most ancient cities and cultures.

We have many services, small group guided tours, private tours, vacation pacakges in Italy's deep south and WONDERFUL dining recommendations in town and around in the surrounding farms.

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Matera in pictures

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A few frames from our own trips. The rest are in the gallery below.

Beautiful Matera, Italy

Houses of Matera also called City of stones the European Capital of Culture 2019

Private Tours to Matera, Basilicata

Historical Centre, Matera - Italy

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Multi-Day Holidays Tours

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Magical Matera and Puglia Private Discovery Experience

Embark on a captivating 6-day private tour exploring the enchanting regions of Matera and Puglia in southern Italy. Delve into the rich history and stunning landscapes of these areas as you visit Matera, known for its ancient cave dwellings, Bari wit...

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6 Days / 5 Nights

Amazing Amalfi, Mystical Matera and Pristine Puglia

The Amalfi Coast and Italy's Deep South are almost impossible to visit without a car. Yet, the roads in many places, the parking situation and other logistics are complicated. This is why, our Amazing Amalfi & Italy's Deep South offers our guests th...

Private

9 Days / 8 Nights

Basilicata: Luxury Tour of Undiscovered Italy

Despite its beautiful coastline and dramatic mountains, most of Basilicata remains undiscovered by visitors to Italy. This incredible week of luxury accommodation and private guides and drivers will introduce you to this amazing region, its stunning...

Private

7 Days / 6 Nights

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MATERA, ITALY - JULY 18, 2017 Daily life near the church of San Domenico Matera will be the european

MATERA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 Cathedral church on Piazza Duomo in historical centre Sasso Caveo

MATERA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 Street of the city which will be European Capitol of Culture in 2

The Sassi di Matera, beautiful ancient stone town in Basilicata, southern Italy

Castelmezzano

Lago / Lake Sirino

Lake Monticchio and San Michele Monastery

Maratea

Matera

Melfi

Pietrapertosa

Rivello

San Fele Waterfalls

Venosa

Castelmezzano

Lago / Lake Sirino

Lake Monticchio and San Michele Monastery

Maratea

Matera

Melfi

Pietrapertosa

Rivello

San Fele Waterfalls

Venosa

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Italy Vacation Specialists provides licensed private transfer services throughout Italy, including Matera and surrounding areas. With over 20 years of experience, our professional English-speaking drivers offer both Business Class and Luxury Class vehicles for airport transfers, city-to-city rides, and full-day chauffeur services. All vehicles are fully insured, well-maintained, and operated by vetted local drivers who know the roads, traffic patterns, and best routes across the region.

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