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Matera: Explore Sassi's Ancient Caves, Hike Gravina Gorge, and Cross the Tibetan Bridge
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Matera
Discover the ancient caves of Matera’s Sassi, embark on a thrilling hike through Gravina Gorge, and experience the breathtaking views from the Tibetan Bridge. Explore Matera like never before!
Discover the ancient caves of Matera’s Sassi, embark on a thrilling hike through Gravina Gorge, and experience the breathtaking views from the Tibetan Bridge. Explore Matera like never before!
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Via Alessandro Volta, 3 - Begin your journey at the agency. Prepare yourself, gear up, and embark on an adventure! Guided by an expert, navigate through the historic labyrinth of Matera’s Sassi, a magnificent stone city, until you arrive at the entrance of Trail 406.
- Ponte Tibetano - Depart from the rock-carved city and follow the path that…
- Via Alessandro Volta, 3 - Begin your journey at the agency. Prepare yourself, gear up, and embark on an adventure! Guided by an expert, navigate through the historic labyrinth of Matera’s Sassi, a magnificent stone city, until you arrive at the entrance of Trail 406.
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Ponte Tibetano - Depart from the rock-carved city and follow the path that meanders through canyons and awe-inspiring landscapes. The Regional Park of Rupestrian Churches unfolds before you, offering breathtaking views and a profound connection with nature.
Experience a thrilling moment: the Tibetan Bridge! Step onto this suspended walkway and enjoy the stunning view as you traverse between sky and rock. -
Parco della Murgia Materana - On the opposite side, the Murgia plateau greets you with its pristine beauty. Observe the distinctive flora and fauna flourishing in this remarkable ecosystem.
Take a moment to admire the ancient rock-carved sites, silent witnesses to human presence for thousands of years. With carvings and paintings, history comes alive before your eyes. -
Belvedere Murgia Timone - Relish a unique panoramic view at sunset as the city of Sassi illuminates. This creates a breathtaking and evocative setting that allows you to fully appreciate the beauty of the surrounding landscape.
After immersing yourself in the wonders of the Murgia, a shuttle will return you to Matera, leaving you with unforgettable memories of this extraordinary experience.
What's Included
- Certified guide
- Transport to return to the city centre
- 10% Discount Coupon at MòVado Food & Drink bar located next to the Cathedral
- Access to the bridge
- Certified guide
- Transport to return to the city centre
- 10% Discount Coupon at MòVado Food & Drink bar located next to the Cathedral
- Access to the bridge
What's Not Included
- Personal equipment: trekking shoes, appropriate clothing, backpack, water.
- Food and drinks
- Personal equipment: trekking shoes, appropriate clothing, backpack, water.
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Trekking Through the Sassi and the Murgia: History, Nature, and Adventure
Discover Matera on an awe-inspiring hike through magnificent landscapes and rich history! Begin in the heart of the Sassi, led by a knowledgeable guide, and follow itinerary no. 406, which takes you deep into the canyon of the Regional Park of Rupestrian Churches.
Traverse the…
Trekking Through the Sassi and the Murgia: History, Nature, and Adventure
Discover Matera on an awe-inspiring hike through magnificent landscapes and rich history! Begin in the heart of the Sassi, led by a knowledgeable guide, and follow itinerary no. 406, which takes you deep into the canyon of the Regional Park of Rupestrian Churches.
Traverse the exhilarating Tibetan Bridge, suspended between sky, stream, and rock, and ascend to the Murgia plateau, where untamed nature meets the allure of rock-carved sites and ancient stories etched into the stone.
After an unforgettable journey through canyons, caves, and stunning vistas, a shuttle will return you to Matera, leaving you with cherished memories of this remarkable adventure in the heart of Basilicata.
A gentle trek, yet filled with excitement! Are you ready to embark on this journey?
- Shared tour. This experience will be shared with other guests
- Minimum age 16, maximum age 65
- It is necessary to wear trekking shoes and appropriate clothing
- Not recommended for travelers who have suffered injuries in the past 3 months
- Not recommended for travelers who suffer from vertigo
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with moderate physical fitness
Location
Via Alessandro Volta, 3
Via Alessandro Volta
Agenzia Martulli Viaggi
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(23 Ratings)
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Daviden899
Aug 16, 2025
Excellent Quality of Service in every respect - We participated in the morning of mid-August in a guided tour in the Sassi of Matera, accompanied by a very valid and engaging guide, who introduced us to the history and peculiarities of the place.
It was happily inevitable then to join the proposal of evening tour in the park of the Murge and the rock churches, which also allowed us to admire the beauty of the Sassi illuminated at sunset. Also in this case assisted by a competent and passionate guide.
Congratulations also for the flexibility in organizing the evening tour despite a strong storm immediately preceding.
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Peter_l
Jun 29, 2025
Great hike and guide - This was a great trip and our guide Claudio was awesome. He was knowledgeable and funny and warm. It’s definitely a solid hike so you need to be ready with good shoes and water but with Claudio you are in good hands.
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205ibc
Feb 5, 2025
Thrilled we found Matera! - Beautiful varied enchanted city of white caves built into the hillside with delicious food, wonderful artisanal work, friendly locals and an interesting history.
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Anniehi98hx
Sep 21, 2024
Amazing hike, beautiful views - Claudio is an amazing guide, so friendly, thoughtful, and knowledgeable. The hike is amazing and there are so many cool things to see along the way - the Tibetan bridge, cave churches, local plants, the river, beautiful views os the Sassi, and more. Make sure to bring hiking shoes and water, this trip is a bit strenuous!
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853immacolatas
Aug 28, 2024
Tour to Matera with Guide - Thanks to the professionalism of Imma our Guide, and 'was a 'beautiful experience, we relived the history of Matera, its traditions, and the places where the farmers of the time lived. We did everything in a minibus and got off at the most important stages. Highly recommended
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Leslie_l
Jun 29, 2024
Tough, but worth the view - Claudio was a very experienced hiker and engaging tour guide. His grandparents lived in Matera and so he had some personal connection to the area. He took us down the gorge and across the bridge, up into the cave dwellings. We continued on into the stone churches and were able to see some original frescoes. At the very top, we had an amazing view of the city of Matera. This is an arduous climb and highly recommended to have proper footwear (I noticed some people in flip-flops! Sturdy shoes are best). Some scrambling involved. If you fear heights, I would not recommend. There are no guard rails, with the exception of the swinging bridge. Once at the top, you had the option of requesting a transport back to town, but we chose to go back the way we came. Bring water! You won’t get a view of Matera like this any other way.
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460luigir
May 1, 2024
Exceptional guide... - The guide is Mr Pasquale di Gravina, truly Number One.
Clear, prepared with a phenomenal vocabulary...
10 and praise..
Ask for the Pasquale guide
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Silvanasj1164qc
Dec 27, 2023
Perfect tour of the Sassi - Excellent tour to discover and experience the Sassi of Matera, Giuseppe is a very knowledgeable and friendly guide, highly recommended to best visit the Sassi!
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Marcoze9421ul
Aug 17, 2025
To the heart in the stones of Matera - We stayed in the beautiful Suite la Stalla, in the heart of the Sassi, rustic and overwhelming.
In addition to being a wonderful accommodation for comfort and finishes also the location is great for sightseeing.
Included in the package was a welcome drink and breakfast at Local MoVado located in Piazza Duomo: typical food and generous portions!
In the afternoon we were accompanied by the guide Michele, very prepared and super passionate, to discover the park of the Murgia materana, among Tibetan bridges, aromatic herbs and wild plants, breathtaking landscapes and beautiful rock churches.
Overall, these were two exciting and romantic days, made possible by the excellent organization of the Martulli Viaggi staff
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Daniele-e-ana
Jan 5, 2024
Recommended tour - Interesting and essential tour.
We touch the main points of this beautiful city.
The musical performance in the church of Sant'Antonio is very beautiful, where a man from Matera tells his story and performs the begging song.
The guide Giuseppe is very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful.
The afternoon tour is especially recommended to also enjoy the view of the illuminated city
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