Matera & surronding
1° Day: Arrival in Matera and setting
Your arrival in Matera marks the beginning of a unique journey to share with your four‑legged companions. After checking into a refined, pet‑friendly hotel nestled among the stone alleys, take some time to settle in and let the timeless charm of the Sassi gently welcome you.
As the light softens, enjoy an easy stroll with your dog through viewpoints and panoramic terraces, breathing in the slow rhythm of the city carved into the rock. In the evening, enjoy a curated wine‑tasting dinner at Radino restaurant, where selected Lucanian and Southern Italian wines are paired with traditional dishes, for an immersive introduction to the flavors of the region. End the night with a short walk among the illuminated Sassi before returning to your hotel.
2° Day: Adventure in Sassi and bread-making lesson
Cross the ancient paths of the Sassi di Matera together with your dog and a local guide, where history and craftsmanship blend into a sensory experience made of tufaroli, ceramics, whistles, bread stamps, papier-mâché and precious olive oil. Walking between caves and stone houses, you will immerse yourselves in the authentic atmosphere of a Casa Grotta and the rock churches, where everyday life and spirituality have coexisted for centuries.
Visit a traditional oven for a hands-on bread-making mini lesson, then enjoy a warm tasting of fresh bread and typical local products. (Pets are not allowed in the Forno). Free evening to explore Matera at your own pace, choosing a pet-friendly restaurant and a night walk among the illuminated Sassi.
Total: walking 2.5/3 km
3° Day: Murgia Park and the Crypt of Original Sin
A short transfer takes you to the prehistoric landscape of the Murgia Park, ideal for an easy, panoramic walk with dogs among rocky plateaus, wild herbs, and breathtaking views over the Sassi of Matera. Here you will enjoy an aperitivo on the stones, facing the city from the opposite side of the canyon, in a setting where nature and history merge.
You will then “hide” in a landscape that enchants between quarries and rock walls, to discover the historical and artistic wonders of the Crypt of the Original Sin, a rupestrian church with extraordinary frescoes where time seems to hold its breath. Access inside the Crypt may not be permitted to dogs, so the visit can be organized with turns within the group or with a local pet-sitting solution.
The experience ends with an exclusive aperitivo at Casal Dragone, a local wine estate, for a moment of authentic Lucanian taste and hospitality, where you can taste wines and typical products in a relaxed countryside atmosphere.
Total: walking 3/4 km van transfer 15km circa
4° Day: Goodbye and departure
This morning it is time to say “arrivederci” to this magical city carved in the rock, taking with you memories, flavors and paw-prints from Matera. According to your travel schedule, private transfers are provided to Bari airport and Bari train station to ensure a smooth, stress-free journey for both travelers and dogs.
If you wish to continue discovering Southern Italy with your furry companions, you can extend your stay by combining this itinerary with our other exclusive, pet-friendly experiences in Puglia and Basilicata.
This is a route designed for those who want to experience Basilicata slowly, with respect and the desire to discover authentic stories and genuine flavours, starting every day from the splendid Matera.
INCLUDED SERVICES :
Guided tours of the Sassi, the Murgia Park, with minivan transfers.
3 nights' accommodation and breakfast in 4-star hotels.
Hotels may be subject to change, but the same level of service will be guaranteed.
Radino dinner, 2 aperitifs with drinks included) + bread lesson and tasting at the traditional oven.
Tickets for all places indicated in the program.
Upcoming Tour Dates
27th April - 30 April 2026
18th - 23rd May 2026
1st - 3th June 2026
15th - 20th June 2026
4th - 7th July 2026
31st August - 3rd September 2026
1st-4th October 2026
19th-24th October 2026
23rd - 26th March 2027
18th - 21st May 2027
15th - 18th June 2027
1st - 4th June 2027
6th - 9th July 2027
31st August - 3rd September 2027
27th - 30 April 2027
21st - 24th September 2027
1st - 4th October 2027
19th - 22nd October 2027
Pricing: € 1.200,00
Price is per person based on double room occupancy, minimum 6 participants, single supplement available on request.