Private Excursion to Matera from Salerno and the Amalfi Coast
A private day with professional driver, round-trip transfer, and approximately
5 hours of free time to independently explore the Sassi, Civita, and Matera’s historic center.
The experience combines the convenience of a private transfer with the freedom to organize
your visit to Matera according to personal interests and pace.
Pickup takes place at your hotel, villa, port, train station, or a vehicle-accessible point
included in the booked option. The journey is made in a private air-conditioned
vehicle with professional driver.
Upon arrival, you receive printed informational materials, a suggested walking itinerary,
directions to the main attractions, viewpoints, and a selection of typical restaurants.
No tour guide is provided: participants visit the city independently.
Pickup and return at the point included in the package
Driver and vehicle reserved for the same booking
Fuel, tolls, and parking included
Italian, English, or Spanish language upon request and subject to availability
Why choose this service
More time for Matera, fewer worries about the journey
The transfer is organized from start to finish, while the visit remains free and customizable.
Personalized pickup
Departure from Salerno or included locations on the Amalfi Coast. If your accommodation is located
in a restricted traffic zone or pedestrian area, the nearest authorized vehicle-accessible point will be indicated.
Vehicle suited to your group
Available options include a car for up to 3 people, a minivan for up to 7 or 8 people, and a minibus for up to
15 people, depending on the selected package.
Assisted independent visit
Approximately 5 hours of free time and printed materials with recommended itinerary, attractions, viewpoints, and
restaurants, without a mandatory guided program.
Day program
Private excursion itinerary
Times are approximate and are adjusted according to departure point, traffic, and road conditions.
Pickup
Meet your driver at your hotel, port, station, or the vehicle-accessible point included
in your booked option.
Transfer to Matera
Direct journey by private air-conditioned car, minivan, or minibus. From Salerno, the approximate duration
is about 2 hours and 30 minutes and may increase for departures from the Amalfi Coast.
Optional service stop
No tourist stops are scheduled along the route. Upon request, a brief stop at a rest area
is possible, subject to the excursion schedule.
Arrival in Matera
Delivery of informational materials with suggested itinerary, main attractions, viewpoints,
and recommended restaurants.
Approximately 5 hours of independent visit
Free time to explore the Sassi, Civita, and the historic center, optionally visit museums,
cave dwellings, and rock-hewn churches, or stop for lunch.
Meet your driver and return
Rendezvous at the agreed location and time, then private transfer back to the same point
used for departure.
What to see in Matera
Sassi, rock-hewn churches, and flavors of Basilicata
The Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The itinerary can be freely customized based on open attractions and the group’s interests.
Sasso Caveoso, Sasso Barisano, Civita, and views over the Gravina of Matera.
Churches and rock-hewn spaces carved into the calcarenite rock.
Matera bread, cialledda, cruschi peppers, and specialties of Lucanian cuisine.
Among the places you can reach independently are Piazza Vittorio Veneto, the Cathedral,
the main viewpoints, Palombaro Lungo, cave dwellings, and rock-hewn churches. Opening hours and tickets
may vary. To learn more about the cultural value of the site, the
official UNESCO page on Matera is also available.
Video preview
Matera before departure
A preview of the landscapes, architecture, and atmosphere that characterize the city of the Sassi.
Services and conditions
What the tour includes
Included
Private round-trip transfer
Pickup and return at the point included in the package
Professional driver
Private air-conditioned car, minivan, or minibus
Fuel, highway tolls, and parking
Approximately 5 hours of free time in Matera
Printed informational materials
Itinerary, attractions, and recommended restaurants
Not included
Licensed tour guide and guided visit
Tickets for museums, cave dwellings, churches, and attractions
Lunch, food, and beverages
Purchases during any rest area stops
Optional activities and experiences
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Before booking
Important information
The total duration is approximately 10–13 hours and depends on the departure point and traffic.
The driver does not provide tour guide services and does not accompany the group during the visit.
The driver contacts the customer via WhatsApp within 2 hours before departure to confirm the exact pickup point.
The WhatsApp number entered during booking must be active and include the international dialing code.
Matera features stairs, slopes, and uneven surfaces; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Guests with reduced mobility must request advance verification of the vehicle and route.
Child seats must be requested in advance, indicating the number and age of children.
Opening hours of museums, churches, attractions, and restaurants may vary by day and season.
The tour operates in most weather conditions with appropriate seasonal clothing.
Any delays at the Matera meeting point may reduce available time or extend the service.
Booking and quote
Choose a package or request a customized solution
The widget displays availability and bookable packages. For specific departures, groups, or custom
requests, the quote form is available.
Book online
Select the date, departure area, and the vehicle best suited to the number of participants.
All mandatory transfer costs are included in the chosen package.
Request a personalized quote
Fill in the details and choose whether to send the request via WhatsApp or through the email
program on your device.
How long does the tour from Salerno or the Amalfi Coast last?
The total duration is approximately 10–13 hours. It varies based on the pickup point,
traffic, road conditions, and any service stops.
How much time is available to visit Matera?
Participants have approximately 5 hours of free time to independently visit the Sassi, Civita,
the historic center, and chosen attractions.
Does the tour include a tour guide?
No. The driver is responsible solely for the transfer. Upon arrival, informational materials
with a suggested itinerary are provided, but the visit to Matera is independent.
Where does pickup take place?
Pickup is available at hotels, villas, apartments, ports, stations, and vehicle-accessible points
included in the package booked in Salerno or on the Amalfi Coast.
How is the exact meeting point confirmed?
The driver contacts the customer via WhatsApp within 2 hours before departure to confirm
the time and define the exact pickup location.
What vehicles are available?
You can book a car for up to 3 people, a minivan for up to 7 people, an XL minivan for up to
8 people, or a minibus for up to 15 people. Larger groups can request a quote.
Are lunch and tickets included?
No. Meals, beverages, museums, cave dwellings, rock-hewn churches, and other optional attractions are not
included and can be chosen and paid for directly by participants.
Is it possible to request a child seat?
Yes. Child seats must be requested in advance, indicating the number and age of children
during booking or in the quote request.
