- Departure from the agency: Meet the group in Matera’s city center before the transfer to the Murgia Park.
- Scenic transfer to Murgia Timone: Leave Matera’s historic center behind and reach the Murgia Park while enjoying the natural landscapes surrounding the city of the Sassi.
- Entrance to the protected area of Murgia Timone: Meet your guide at the entrance and access one of the most fascinating archaeological areas around Matera with the included ticket.
- Neolithic Village: Explore ancient caves, cisterns, and traces of the first human communities that inhabited the Murgia thousands of years ago.
- Crypt of San Falcione: Discover one of the oldest rupestrian churches in the park and admire its remarkable rock-carved architecture.
- Church of Madonna delle Tre Porte: Admire Byzantine frescoes and listen to your guide’s stories about the spirituality and monastic life of the area.
- Panoramic Gravina trails: Walk along scenic natural trails overlooking the canyon, with unique views of the Murgia plateau and the Sassi districts.
- Golgota: Reach the famous panoramic viewpoint chosen by Mel Gibson for some scenes of The Passion of the Christ.
- Murgia Timone Belvedere at sunset: Experience the most emotional moment of the tour while admiring the Sassi di Matera glowing under the golden sunset light.
- Return near Castello Tramontano: Relax during the return transfer with arrival near the historic castle, just a few minutes from the meeting point.
- Access the restricted Murgia Timone and Belvedere area with included ticket
- Explore Matera’s Rupestrian Churches Park with a licensed guide
- Visit the Neolithic village and ancient rock-hewn churches
- Admire the Sassi at sunset from Matera’s most iconic Belvedere
- Transfer included from Matera city center to the Murgia Park
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| Duration | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
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| Important information | Please arrive at the office 15 minutes before the scheduled tour departure time. The actual departure time may vary, as it is determined based on the sunset time. Should the departure time differ from the one indicated at the time of booking, you will be contacted by phone. For more information or additional questions, please feel free to contact the phone number below. Our team will be happy to provide you with all the information you need to ensure a memorable experience during the tour. Contact Number: +39 0835334543 / +39 3284364400 We will be available to assist you with any necessary request or clarification, ensuring that your tour is organized flawlessly and smoothly.
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Further information
Rock Churches and Belvedere Guided Tour: complete experience with guide, entrance ticket and transfer
Discover one of Southern Italy’s most breathtaking landscapes with our rock churches and Belvedere guided tour, located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Regional Park of the Rupestrian Churches. This immersive experience combines nature, archaeology, panoramic views, and local history, with shared transfer included and access to the restricted area of Murgia Timone.
Exclusive access to Murgia Timone with included entrance ticket
The experience includes the entrance ticket to the Murgia Materana Park with access to Murgia Timone and the panoramic Belvedere viewpoint. Explore one of the most important archaeological areas surrounding Matera, home to the remains of an ancient Neolithic village and some of the earliest human settlements in Southern Italy.
Rupestrian Churches Park guided experience
Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, you will explore the Rupestrian Churches Park through ancient natural caves, rock-carved paths, and the remains of the Neolithic village of Murgia Timone. Along the way, discover the history and spirituality that shaped Matera’s unique cultural landscape for centuries.
San Falcione and Madonna delle Tre Porte
During the tour, visit the Crypt of San Falcione and the rupestrian Church of Madonna delle Tre Porte, renowned for their Byzantine frescoes and their historical, artistic, and religious significance.
Golgota Matera and The Passion of the Christ filming location
Before reaching the Belvedere viewpoint, cross the famous Golgota Matera area, chosen by Mel Gibson as a filming location thanks to its dramatic and timeless scenery. If you are wondering where was The Passion of the Christ filmed, this extraordinary landscape is one of the most iconic cinematic locations in Matera.
Belvedere sunset experience over the Sassi di Matera
The excursion ends at Matera’s most iconic panoramic viewpoint. From the Belvedere, admire the Sassi di Matera glowing in golden sunset light while enjoying one of the most unforgettable views in the UNESCO-listed city.
Shared transfer included from Matera city center
To make the experience comfortable and seamless, the tour includes shared round-trip transfer from Matera city center, with return near the historic Castello Tramontano.
