09:00 AM – Pick-up from your accommodation in Alberobello: Your driver will meet you at the agreed location in Alberobello to begin the journey to Matera in total comfort aboard a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Around 10:00/10:15 AM – Arrival in Matera: Arrival in Matera and time to get ready for the experience. From here, you will start exploring either independently or with a private guide, depending on the option selected.
Option 1 – Transfer only & free time:
Stroll freely through narrow streets, panoramic viewpoints, artisan shops, and scenic corners. You will have time to visit the city independently, take photos, and enjoy the unique atmosphere of the Sassi.
Option 2 – With a private guided tour:
10:30 AM-12:30 PM – discover Matera with a local guide: A private guide will accompany you on a walking itinerary through Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso, sharing the history, traditions, and transformations of the city.
Visit the Rock Church of Sant’Antonio Abate: You will enter one of the most fascinating rupestrian places in Matera, discovering the connection between spirituality, rock architecture, and daily life in the Sassi.
Visit to a typically furnished cave house: You will discover how Matera families once lived, observing carefully reconstructed rooms, objects, and traditional furnishings.
12:30 PM-1:30 PM – Free time in Matera: After the guided tour, or throughout the entire stay for those who choose the transfer-only option, you can enjoy Matera independently, perhaps with a coffee, a quick lunch or a panoramic walk.
1:30 PM – Departure for Alberobello: Meet your driver and depart from Matera for a comfortable return to Alberobello by 2:45 PM.
- Use code DAYTRIP10 at the time of booking and get an instant 10% discount on your day trip
- Travel from Alberobello to Matera in comfort with a hassle-free private transfer
- Explore Matera your way: enjoy free time or upgrade to a private guided tour of the Sassi
- Wander through ancient lanes, scenic viewpoints and rock-carved corners unlike anywhere else
- Step inside a traditional furnished cave house and glimpse everyday life in the ancient Sassi
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| Duration | 5 Hours |
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| Participants | min 2 max 8 |
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| Important information | It is necessary to provide the exact pick-up address a few days before the tour by email or WhatsApp. The vehicle and driver details will be provided the day before the service. The guided tour of the Sassi takes place on foot and includes sections with steps, uphill paths and uneven stone paving. This experience is not recommended for people with serious mobility difficulties. Timings may be subject to slight changes due to traffic or logistical requirements. For further information or additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact the phone number listed below. Our team will be happy to provide you with all the information you need to enjoy a memorable day tour of Matera departing from Alberobello. Contact number: +39 0835334543 / +39 3284364400 We will be available to assist you with any request or clarification, ensuring that your tour is organized smoothly and without issues. PLEASE NOTE: The itinerary indicated in the program may be subject to changes for operational reasons or unforeseen circumstances, especially weather conditions. However, the number and quality of visits and excursions will be maintained. Any changes will not entitle participants to a refund. |
Further information
Private Transfer from Alberobello to Matera with a Guide or Free Time
Discover Matera with a private experience designed for travellers who want to visit the famous Sassi in a comfortable, well-organised and stress-free way. With personalised pick-up in Alberobello and return transfer included, you can choose between exploring Matera independently or booking a private transfer from Alberobello to Matera with a guide, including a private walking tour of the Sassi and selected entrance tickets.
Stress-free departure from Alberobello
Your experience starts at 09:00 AM with pick-up from your hotel, B&B or agreed meeting point in Alberobello. The private transfer allows you to reach Matera comfortably, without worrying about parking, public transport connections or travel planning.
Two ways to experience Matera
You can choose the transfer-only option, with free time to explore Matera at your own pace, or upgrade to the guided option for a deeper cultural experience. The guided formula is ideal if you want to discover the history, traditions and most iconic corners of the Sassi with a local expert.
Matera Sassi private tour from Alberobello
With the guided option, from approximately 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, you will explore the most fascinating districts of the Sassi on foot with a private local guide. This Matera Sassi private tour from Alberobello includes entrance to the Rock Church of Sant’Antonio Abate and a typically furnished cave house, offering a more authentic insight into Matera’s rock-carved heritage.
Free time and return to Alberobello
After the guided tour, or during the entire stay if you choose the transfer-only option, you will have free time until 1:30 PM to stroll through the Sassi, take panoramic photos or enjoy a short break in the historic centre. The private transfer from Alberobello to Matera with a guide or free time ends with a comfortable return to Alberobello with your driver.
