Matera Day Trip with Group Transfer from Bari

Day trip from Bari to Matera with shared transfer. Choose a guided Sassi tour with Casa Grotta or enjoy free time to explore independently, stress-free.

Travel from Bari to Matera with a comfortable and budget-friendly shared transfer and choose how you want to experience this extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage city. This day trip is ideal for travelers who want an easy alternative to renting a car or booking a costly private tour, with organized logistics and a guaranteed return.

You can select between two flexible options. Option 1 includes a guided walking tour with a licensed local guide through the Sassi of Matera, exploring Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano, entering a traditional Casa Grotta, and visiting the rock-cut Church of San Antonio Abate to learn about daily life in the caves until the 1950s. Option 2 allows you to enjoy Matera independently, with free time to wander scenic viewpoints, browse artisan shops, relax in cafés, or visit museums at your own pace.

With shared transportation, clear schedules, and on-site assistance, this experience offers excellent value and a stress-free way to discover Matera in one day.

What's included?

Shared round-trip transfer from Bari by minivan or minibus
Licensed local tour guide in Matera (guided day trip option)
Admission ticket to a traditional Casa Grotta cave dwelling (guided day trip option)
Admission ticket to the Rock Church of San Antonio Abate (guided day trip option)
2-hour shared walking tour of the Sassi of Matera and 1 hour of free time (guided day trip option)
3 hours of free time for Matera's independent exploration (transfer & free time option)
City map
On-site assistance throughout the tour

Please note

Accessibile con passeggino
Ammessi animali domestici e non
Trasporti pubblici nelle vicinanze
I bambini devono sedersi in braccio

Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
The tour is confirmed upon reaching a minimum of 10 participants. You will be contacted a few days before departure to confirm availability. In case of cancellation, a full refund will be issued or an alternative departure will be offered.
The day before the tour, you will receive a WhatsApp message with the detailed tour program.
The meeting point for the guided tour is at the local tour office in Via Alessandro Volta 3/5, Matera.
The route includes steps, inclines, and narrow alleys. A moderate level of mobility is required. The itinerary may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility, wheelchairs, or strollers.