Lecce to Matera: Private day trip
Private ride with a local driver
8hRound tripPrivate driver
About your trip
Cross into Basilicata for Matera’s mesmerizing sassi—ancient cave dwellings carved into the rugged hillside. Dedicating the day to Matera alone yields ample time to traverse labyrinthine alleys and appreciate its rock-churches.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Lecce whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Expect 2 hours each way through southern Italy. A private driver from Lecce ensures you explore the ancient cave city and UNESCO World Heritage site at your own pace.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Child seats included free of charge
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Matera should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From US$223
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalUS$668
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
- Start in LecceYou choose the pickup spot.
- MateraFeel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 3 h 30 min - admission not included
While ‘new’, above-ground city was founded in the 3rd century BC by the Romans, the troglodyte city carved into the rocky ravine has been inhabited for the past 7000 years or so. In 1945, the cave dwellings earned international recognition when author Carlo Levi described the children, naked or in rags, ravaged by disease, concluding “I have never seen in all my life such a picture of poverty.” The Italian Prime Minister even visited in 1950, calling the living conditions “a national disgrace”. The inhabitants were forcibly relocated to the ‘new’ town, and for many, it was their first time seeing running water. Today, thanks to aid from the Italian government, UNESCO, and Hollywood, the caves have been refurbished, and are now home to thriving pubs, hotels, and airbnb listings. Above ground, the city’s home to several medieval monuments, such as the 13th century cathedral, and 16th century castle.
- Back to LecceWe’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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