Top 20 Experiences in Basilicata
Lakes of Monticchio private tour: breathtaking view of the volcano Vulture
The naturalistic tour visit to the lakes of Monticchio will start from the small lake with the visit of the abbey of St. Michael Archangel and the ruins of the abbey of Sant'Ippolito. The lakes occupy the crater mouths of the ancient volcano of Vulture 658 meters above sea level. The ring route will take you to visit the shores of the small lake really pleasant and uncontaminated until you reach along a slight climb the abbey of St. Michael the Archangel of the eighth century, built around a cave built by the Basilian monks present with settlements throughout the Southern Italy. Managed today by the Capuchin Fathers, it will be possible to visit the cave with the church with three naves and a small museum with wooden sculptures of the major Italian monuments and some cells of the friars. The visit continues going down towards the lakes and visiting the ruins of the 11th century abbey of Sant'Ippolito, also built by the Basilian monks.
Maratea Private tour: Italy's little bit of Rio
The tour of Maratea starts from the highest part of the city: Mount San Biagio. Here you can admire in all its beauty the statue of Christ the Redeemer, the symbol not only of the city of Maratea but of the whole region of Basilicata. The second largest statue in the world as a dimension after Christ of Rio de Janeiro, the statue of Maratea is 21 meters tall, with a 19-meter arm opening and a face measuring 3 meters. The statue was made of reinforced concrete covered with a mixture of white cement and Carrara marble and created by the artist Bruno Innocenti in 1965. After admiring the Christ, the visit continues in the nearby Basilica of San Biagio, patron saint of the town. The tour continues in the medieval village, with ancient houses with arches close to each other and divided only by narrow lanes and characteristic lanes that fociano in small squares paved in local stone.
Private guide Melfi: an amazing walk through so many cultures from 11th century
The tour of Melfi, with a licensed guide, starts from the castle, certainly one of the most important Italian medieval castles. The castle is surrounded by ten towers, of which seven have a rectangular plan and three with a pentagonal plan. The visit starts from the sarcophagus of Rapolla marble from the 2nd century. A.C., a tomb so called because found in the surroundings of the small town that is 7 km from Melfi, with relief decoration, referable to the workshops of Asia. The tour continues in the national archaeological museum "Massimo Pallottino". You will see funerary objects of VII-III century. a.C., daunie ceramics with geometric decoration, bronze armors, precious ornaments in silver, gold and amber, and bronze vases of both Greek and Etruscan production. The tour continues with the visit of the village and the Cathedral of the eleventh century dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta. Inside you will visit the Baroque wooden furniture collection, the bishop's chair and the pulpit
Quad tour of the Lucanian Dolomites
The excursion in Quad allows you to explore the beautiful Dolomiti Lucane in a unique way, in contact with nature and breathtaking landscapes. Before departure it is decided who will be the driver and who the passenger and during the itinerary it is not possible to alternate driving. The route provides a direct approach to nature, crossing the ancient paths, allowing you to admire the landscape of this enchanting mountain range that blends together with the two villages: Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa.
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Dining experience at a local's home in Potenza with cooking demo
Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Varese treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Snowshoeing on Mount Arioso
We are located in the Lucan Apennines National Park, in the province of Potenza, near one of the most important ski areas of southern Italy. If you love nature and snowy landscapes you are in the right place. We offer you a unique experience, wear snowshoes, Our guides will accompany you through the paths of the northern slope of Mount Pierfaone to the ridge of the mountain range near Serra Giumenta and then continue to the summit of Mount Arioso at 1709 mt. Reached the summit, after crossing one of the most beautiful beech woods in Basilicata, you can see some of the most important mountains of the Lucanian Apennines in a breathtaking scenery that ranges from the hills of Matera to the Tyrrhenian Sea
Bridge to the moon in Sasso di Castalda
Arenazzo". The village is characterized by stone houses that overlook narrow streets, which lead to the starting point of the first bridge, the "Petracca Bridge", suspended about 30 meters high and 95 meters long, reaches the opposite side of the village, characterized by geological formations. Once the first bridge is completed, continue along the path, which winds along the bank of the Fosso, in which there is the votive chapel "Madonna delle Grazie", thus reaching the second, and most impressive bridge, the "Moon Bridge".
Tour of the Vulture Melfi
A past to discover that of Basilicata. Visit with this tour the most important and evocative places that have made this land of Emperors and scenery of great adventures. Stroll through the city of Melfi and discover the Castle that houses inside and the most important churches.
Snowshoeing on the Pollino
Enjoy walking with snowshoes on the snowy paths of the largest protected natural area in Italy. Enjoy the landscapes in an area that belongs to the UNESCO heritage. Walk easy and scenic trails with your expert environmental guide
Captain's Tour
A tour to discover every corner of the coast on board an eco-friendly, silent boat with an archaeologist and underwater guide who will take you to caves, unknown beaches, shoals and wild and remote cliffs. It will be possible to go snorkelling with technical equipment and guide included in the price, diving in complete safety in one of the cleanest seas in the Mediterranean.