Pick-up at your accommodation: Wait comfortably for your driver at the accommodation provided at the time of booking and start your excursion by minivan.
Scenic drive through Basilicata: Travel through hills, ravines, and rural landscapes on the way to the ghost town of Craco.
Arrival in Craco and guided group visit: Join a group led by a licensed Italian-speaking guide and explore one of the most fascinating places in Basilicata, among silent alleys, ruins and timeless views. Along the route, you can access an English audio guide by scanning the QR codes available throughout the itinerary.
Scenic Museum Park: Discover the stories, legends, and cinematic atmosphere of an abandoned village with a truly unique charm.
Visit to Essenza Lucano: Step into the world of Amaro Lucano and enjoy an immersive journey through tradition, taste, and innovation.
Optional tasting: Complete the visit with an Amaro Lucano-based cocktail, available on site.
Return to your accommodation: End the experience with drop-off at your accommodation, taking home the memory of a day filled with mystery, culture and Lucanian flavours.
- Use code DAYTRIP10 at the time of booking and get an instant 10% discount on your day trip
- Explore the mysterious ghost town of Craco and discover the history that inspired the world of cinema
- Uncover the secrets of Amaro Lucano through a unique multisensory experience
- Depart comfortably from Matera with a private minivan transfer for a stress-free experience
- Choose on site whether to enrich your visit at the Amaro Lucano Museum with exclusive cocktail tastings
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| Duration | 4 Hours |
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| Participants | 2 to 8 people |
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| Important information | We will share the vehicle and driver's details the day before the tour. Safety measures in Craco: During the visit, it is mandatory to wear the provided protective helmet and non-slip shoes. Free Admission for Children: Children under 12, accompanied by a parent, do not pay admission to the Craco Scenic Museum Park. Museum Park Access: To visit Craco, you must have an entrance ticket. The Craco tour takes place in groups of up to 25 people. For further information or additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact the telephone number provided below. Our team will happily provide you with all the information you need to ensure a memorable experience during the excursion. Contact number: +39 0835334543 / +39 3284364400. We will be available to assist you with any request or clarification needed, ensuring that your tour is organized impeccably and without problems. ATTENTION: 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 you to refunds. |
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Craco ghost town tour from Matera with Essenza Lucano Museum
Join a fascinating Craco ghost town tour from Matera and discover one of the most mysterious places in Basilicata without the stress of planning your own transport. With a comfortable private transfer from Matera to Craco Basilicata, you will travel from your accommodation to a timeless abandoned village, surrounded by silent ruins and cinematic views.
Start with pick-up in Matera
Your experience begins with pick-up directly at the accommodation. Sit back and enjoy the journey through hills, ravines, and rural scenery. If you are looking for unusual things to do near Matera, this tour combines convenience, culture, and some of the most evocative landscapes in Basilicata.
Discover the ghost town of Craco
Once in Craco, you will join a guided group visit led by a licensed Italian-speaking guide. During this Craco ghost town tour from Matera, you will explore Craco Vecchia, walking among abandoned alleys, ruins, and panoramic corners that seem suspended in time. For English-speaking visitors, an audio guide in English is available by scanning QR codes along the itinerary.
Explore the Craco Scenic Museum Park
The visit continues through the Craco Scenic Museum Park. Craco is one of the most iconic abandoned villages in Italy, known for its unique atmosphere and for having inspired film directors, photographers, and travellers in search of hidden gems beyond the usual routes.
Continue to Essenza Lucano Museum
After visiting Craco, your itinerary continues towards Essenza Lucano Museum, an immersive journey dedicated to the story of the famous Amaro Lucano digestif. Through a multisensory route, you will discover the tradition of the Vena family, the origins of this iconic Italian liqueur and its deep connection with the Lucanian territory.
Add a taste of Basilicata to your experience
At Essenza Lucano, you can enrich your visit with an Amaro Lucano-based cocktail, available on site. This optional tasting adds a flavourful touch to your Craco ghost town tour from Matera, turning the day into a complete experience of landscapes, culture, and local identity.
Return comfortably to Matera
At the end of the tour, your driver will take you back to the accommodation. Thanks to the private transfer from Matera to Craco Basilicata and the combination of Craco Vecchia and Essenza Lucano Museum, this experience is ideal for travellers searching for memorable things to do near Matera.
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