Matera is an ideal location for a weekend break that combines a rich cultural experience with local hospitality, good food and wine; a place where you can immerse yourself into the Southern Italian way of life.
Standard and low cost airline companies fly direct from many European cities to the nearest airport of Bari, only 45 minutes away.
Our seven-day cultural tour of Basilicata explores the history, sights and culture of this beautiful region. The itinerary includes time in Matera, the surrounding countryside and village of Irsina, plus, the ancient Greek coastal village of Metaponto. The free time included in this itinerary is designed to provide the right balance of activity and relaxation.
The 14 day cultural and beach holiday in Basilicata is designed for people who are looking to both relax and spend time exploring the region.
The first half of the holiday follows the format of the ‘7 days in Basilicata’ package and gives you the opportunity to explore the history, sights and culture of this beautiful region.
My Italian Job offers a cookery programme that provides the unique opportunity to experience the South of Italy through its cuisine.
Classes are small, informal and take place in the family kitchen of a farmhouse and a converted monastery in the heart of an historic hill-top village.
Metaponto is a popular coastal resort on the Ionian Sea where the locals go to enjoy the award-winning Blue Flag water and long stretches of fine sandy beaches bordered by pinewoods.
This coastline is also where the culture of ‘Magna Grecia’ developed.