Private Tour

Ape Calessino Tour Sassi of Matera "Standard"

Overview

Available languages

English

Italian

French

Spanish

Mobile ticket

The thing that makes the Ape Calessino Tour special is the ease of getting to know and admire an extraordinary city, in an exclusive way (not in a group), optimizing times, without getting tired, especially in the summer, having fun.

To be able to take photos, selfies and videos, alone or with your family, taking advantage of breathtaking views and unique views, which will remain in your heart.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Snacks

Bottled water

What To Expect

Sassi di Matera

Matera is one of the oldest cities in the world whose territory preserves evidence of human settlements starting from the Paleolithic and without interruptions up to the present day. It represents an extraordinary page written by man through the millennia of this very long history. World Heritage Site since 1993 and European Capital of Culture in 2019. With the classic and typical Ape Calessino (tuk tuk), an Italian myth, much appreciated by families, especially with children in wheelchairs, we will cross the Old Town and the Sassi, as they are very tiring on foot, especially in the summer, whizzing through the streets and characteristic alleys, making small stops for photos and videos and to visit churches in the squares and characteristic Case Grotte (Case Museo)

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Ape Calessino Tour Sassi of Matera "Standard"

Reviews

4.53

158 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

126

Quick Way to See City
WHC3,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Well worth the money. We did the tour at dusk so got to see the city highlights lit up at night. Quick hour gets all the big sites in. Toured the old cave house tour, the Matera diorama, and tour one of the churches. Recommend after long day, an hour tuk tuk of the city.
Magnificence in Matera
Barbara V,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Had an amazing birdseye view of Sassi and also a cave house, plus a few other notable sights along the way. Loved being able to be in the historic spaces without having to walk to them, opportunities to step out and take pictures, and a hospitable driver/guide to “escort” us from place to place.
Beautiful discovery
Celine L,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Ideal when you have difficulty walking to discover this gem with a very attentive and friendly guide
Too short. Driver with...
Efra,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
Too short. Driver with limited english. It was raining and he was in a hurry. Audio could not be heard.
Gracious happy driver, lovely historical city, happy to take a break from stairs!
Shannon L,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The driver was lovely and we had a great time getting to know the town. Would definitely recommend. The best part was the cave dwelling museum. The story of the people of Matera is interesting and sad. Their living conditions were unimaginable in today’s standards but when they were forced to move into modern housing they didn’t want to go, thinking they were losing their traditional life. There is a book called “Christ stopped at Eboli” which brought light to the living conditions here in Matera and brought attention to the historical significance of this town. Around 1950 when the towns people were relocated the old town was relatively abandoned, a playground for the young kids here, so one of the locals told us. It wasn’t until it was recognized as a world heritage site in 1993 which brought resources for its revival. And now, it’s a beautiful city to explore.
Definitely do this!
Annette O,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amazing! The wine is also reasonably priced! Our guide Peter was very knowledgeable and even shared some history about wine and regions, this was our favorite tour and they were not skimpy on the wine. Each wine portion was enough to satisfy the palate and enjoy the flavor! The food was delicious and well balanced with each wine!
Do not recommend.
carolynstulberg31,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
Very little information given. Guide spoke no English and had 3 snippets of information on a speaker. Not worth our time or money.
The only issue was...
Andrew O,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
The only issue was finding the pick up point. The map only had an area, which when you arrived had no indication that you were at the right place. Ended up having to call the operator of the tour to find exactly where to go.
Beautiful; but short
Massimo D,
Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Nice lap but too short. I would concentrate more in the part of the stones with visit of the rock churches
A mini adventure in Matera
HayleyGirardier,
Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
A last minute booking but we really enjoyed it , lots of opportunities to take great photos and pop off at different locations .