Craco Ghost Town and Amaro Lucano Day Trip from Matera

Craco Ghost Town and Amaro Lucano Day Trip from Matera

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Explore the ghost town of Craco on a day trip from Matera. Discover its cinematic history and timeless charm, then visit the Essenza – Museo dell'Amaro Lucano for a sensory journey into Basilicata’s iconic liqueur. Transport included.

Are you fascinated by Ghost Towns? Depart from Matera in a comfortable minivan and embark on a captivating journey to discover Craco.  

Today known as the "town suspended in time," Craco Vecchia retains the intact charm of a place where the clock of history has stopped. Once the beating heart of Basilicata, the village experienced centuries of community life, contributing to the economic and social dynamics of the region. This evocative setting has captured the imagination of filmmakers, becoming the natural set for masterpieces such as Christ Stopped at Eboli by Francesco Rosi and The Passion of the Christ by Mel Gibson.  

After this immersion in history, the journey continues to Essenza – Museo dell'Amaro Lucano, an emotional journey through five thematic areas that tell the story of the bond between the territory and the iconic liqueur. The tour concludes with the return to Matera.

What's included?
    • Round-trip private transportation by V-class Mercedes/Ford Transit minivan to Craco and Pisticci 
    • Admission ticket to the Craco Scenic Museum Park and the Emotional Museum 
    • Visit to the Essenza Lucano Museum in Pisticci 
    • Admission ticket to the Craco Museum Park includes a group tour in Italian with a guide (the QR codes with information in English are available during the itinerary)
    • Air-conditioned vehicle 
    • Complimentary water bottles and maps on board 
    • Opportunity to customize pick-up and drop-off in Matera 
    • Tourist assistance via phone, WhatsApp, or email
    Exclusions
      • Meals and drinks
      • Gratuities and extras
      Please note
        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Not stroller accessible
        • Not suitable for pets
        • No public transportation nearby
        • Infants must not sit on laps
        • Infant seats unavailable
        • Not recommended for people with back problems
        • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
        • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
        • During the visit to Craco, it is necessary to wear the provided protective helmet and non-slip shoes
        • Children under 12 years old, accompanied by a parent, will NOT pay any ticket to visit the Craco Scenographic Museum Park
        • An admission ticket is required to access the Craco Museum.
        What to bring
          • Comfortable shoes for walking
          • Optional camera to capture the panoramas
          • Entrance ticket for the Craco Scenic Museum Park for the Transfer (no ticket to Craco) option
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