Park of Murgia
Guided Walking tour

Get ready for a unique experience among nature, history and breathtaking views with our guided walking tour in the Murgia Materana Park. Full immersion in one of the world’s most evocative landscapes which, along with the Sassi di Matera, has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The tour begins with a convenient shuttle service from Matera, which takes you to the entrance of the park. Here your walking adventure starts, accompanied by an expert local hiking guide who’s ready to take you on a real journey through time.

You’ll follow archaeological trails and discover Paleolithic caves, inhabited since prehistory. Every step brings discovery, while your guide tells you the story of a land that was home to early human civilisations. Along the way, you’ll explore rock churches with their frescoes still intact, where spirituality and history come together in a unique atmosphere.

The tour culminates at one of the most spectacular points of the Murgia Park: the Belvedere, where you can admire breathtaking views of Matera’s Rioni Sassi, an unparalleled viewpoint for Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano in their entirety, separate from Civita and its cathedral. A visual experience that will remain etched in your memory.

A walk in the Murgia Materana Park in is an unmissable opportunity to explore, learn and experience the history, nature and culture of a place with ancient roots.

INCLUDED

• expert licensed local guide
• round trip transfer from the center of Matera
• entry to a frescoed Rock Church
• map of the Sassi di Matera
• 10% discount voucher on local products and souvenirs at Matera City Tour infoPoints

NOT INCLUDED

• tasting of local products
• anything else not specified under “included”

BRING WITH YOU

• in summer: hat, mosquito spray and sunscreen
• in the evening and winter: jacket
• umbrella or waterproof in case of rain
• comfortable shoes

PARTICIPANTS

• maximum group size: 30 adults

ADVICE

• not recommended for wheelchairs and strollers
• not suitable for people with reduced mobility
• dogs are allowed, but you must carry a muzzle for use if needed

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• weather: our tours go ahead in sunshine or rain. However, if we consider the weather conditions unfavourable, we may decide to proceed, postpone or cancel the tour, always prioritising the safety and comfort of all. Therefore bad weather does not necessarily mean your tour will be cancelled.
• cancellation and refund policy: once purchased, tickets are non-refundable. Full refunds will only be given if we cancel the tour for some reason.
• cancellation with 48 hours’ notice: if you cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the tour, you’ll receive a voucher for 80% of the total, valid for one year from the date of the cancelled tour.
• late cancellation or no-show: if you cancel with less than 48 hours’ notice, arrive late or fail to turn up, no refund will be made.
• changes to date and time of booking: tickets are valid solely for the date and time indicated at the time of purchase, and cannot be changed.
• tolerance for late arrival: Our guides will wait a maximum of five minutes after the tour departure time. After this, latecomers will not be able to join the tour, and no refund will be given.

BEFORE THE TOUR

• please remember that we do not provide toilets. We advise you to plan accordingly.
• please bear in mind the time needed to find a parking place. We recommend arriving early to make sure you reach the departure point on time.

The meeting point for the departure of the visit is in via Rocco Scotellaro n.4, at the Matera City Tour agency (infoPoint A)

ADDRESS

• Via Rocco Scotellaro, 4, Matera, MT, Italia

PARKING SPACE

• Multi-storey car park, in via Rocco Scotellaro (exactly in front of our infopoint) € 1,50/h
• Outdoor parking on blue stripes nearby in via Lucana, via Gramsci or via Passarelli € 0,70/h or € 0,50/h (8AM-1:30PM and 4PM-08:30PM)

TRAIN STATIONS & BUS STOP

• Matera Central Station, 10 min walk