A very interesting visit to the park. The sunset views of the city are truly fantastic.
Nicola Pampaloni
Explore the national park home to around 150 ancient rock-hewn caves churches on this guided tour of Murgia Park in Matera, the European Capital of Culture for 2019.
Free cancellation up to 3 days before the day of the activity. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
Via Alessandro Volta 3/5.
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Nicola Pampaloni
Firenze, ItalyA very interesting visit to the park. The sunset views of the city are truly fantastic.
Michele
Termoli, ItalyInteresting route and very knowledgeable and engaging guide (Federico)
Irene
ItalyBeautiful visit. Our guide, Antonio, was very friendly and knowledgeable. Always available to answer the group's questions. A magical place.
Maria Eva
Buenos Aires, ArgentinaThe guide was very friendly, with a great sense of humor and encyclopedic knowledge of the area. He explained everything in a very engaging way, shari...
Anna
ItalyFederico, our guide, was very thorough and entertaining in his explanations. The wonderful places we visited certainly made it easier. I highly recomm...
Danilo
ItalyIt was a very nice experience. The guide was excellent, fun, and explained many interesting things to us.
Paolo
Roncade, ItalyA unique experience with a knowledgeable and captivating guide. Highly recommended.
Francesco Virgili
Macerata, ItalyThe hike itself (aside from the truly exceptional views) is very small: so it's up to the guide's skill to make it interesting and exciting. Our guide...
Emanuele Ribera
Fermo, ItalyA fascinating experience thanks to the extraordinary guidance of Francesco, who led us through the breathtaking landscapes of the Murgia Park and the ...
Sandra
Buenos Aires, ArgentinaMima was the guide, impeccable in her description and contribution of historical and archaeological information. Punctuality in departure, punctuality...
Explore the national park home to around 150 ancient rock-hewn caves churches on this guided tour of Murgia Park in Matera, the European Capital of Culture for 2019.
Meet your guide in Via Alessando Volta, in the heart of Matera, ready to head out into the national park known as the Murgia Materana, or the Park of Rock Churches.
Entering the UNESCO World Heritage Site, you'll first head to the archaeological remains of a Neolithic town, where you'll learn all about the daily life of the historic inhabitants of the region, who were mainly shepherds and hunters. Discover the ruins of farms, sheep pens knowns as "jazzo", water tanks and wells that have survived over thousands of years.
You'll then find yourself surrounded by some of the 150 Rupestrian, or rock-hewn, churches for which the Murgia Materana Park is known. Mainly built in the Middle Ages, these sanctuaries are an important representation of the significance of religion in this area of southern Italy throughout history.
First, you'll visit the Church of San Falcione, one of the oldest cave churches in Matera. This Rupestrian temple stands out for having been carved entirely out of the rock, and for the 9th century frescoes that still decorate its interior.
Next, you'll explore the Church of Madonna delle Tre Porte, where your expert English-speaking guide will reveal why its walls have such important historic value.
Your walking tour of the Matera Murgia Rupestrian Churches Park will come to an end at the viewpoint used by Mel Gibson to film the crucifixion scene in The Passion of the Christ, as this area of Italy has been said to resemble Jerusalem. Enjoy the opportunity to take a panoramic photo of the spectacular view of Matera's historic centre before returning to the city by bus after your fascinating tour.
During the excursion, you'll complete a route of around 4 km (about 2.5 mi - around a 2-hour walk). The guide will tailor the speed to the needs of your group so you can make the most of the activity.
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Via Alessandro Volta 3/5.
Nicola Pampaloni
Firenze, ItalyA very interesting visit to the park. The sunset views of the city are truly fantastic.
Michele
Termoli, ItalyInteresting route and very knowledgeable and engaging guide (Federico)
Irene
ItalyBeautiful visit. Our guide, Antonio, was very friendly and knowledgeable. Always available to answer the group's questions. A magical place.
Maria Eva
Buenos Aires, ArgentinaThe guide was very friendly, with a great sense of humor and encyclopedic knowledge of the area. He explained everything in a very engaging way, shari...
Anna
ItalyFederico, our guide, was very thorough and entertaining in his explanations. The wonderful places we visited certainly made it easier. I highly recomm...
Danilo
ItalyIt was a very nice experience. The guide was excellent, fun, and explained many interesting things to us.
Paolo
Roncade, ItalyA unique experience with a knowledgeable and captivating guide. Highly recommended.
Francesco Virgili
Macerata, ItalyThe hike itself (aside from the truly exceptional views) is very small: so it's up to the guide's skill to make it interesting and exciting. Our guide...
Emanuele Ribera
Fermo, ItalyA fascinating experience thanks to the extraordinary guidance of Francesco, who led us through the breathtaking landscapes of the Murgia Park and the ...
Sandra
Buenos Aires, ArgentinaMima was the guide, impeccable in her description and contribution of historical and archaeological information. Punctuality in departure, punctuality...
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Free cancellation