Things to do in Basilicata

1. The Cave World of Matera

Walk down ancient streets where prehistoric humans once tread in the city of Matera in Basilicata. This fascinating historical setting that has been used as a backdrop location for Mel Gibson’s movie, “The Passion of the Christ,” and the Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1993. In the half-day tour, the guide will introduce you to the Sassi di Matera, while the full day tour also includes an afternoon visit to the park.

 

2. Learn How to Cook a Flawless Meal in Basilicata

This exclusive cooking class will give you the unique opportunity to expand your cooking skills and learn from an expert chef how to make a perfect Italian meal. You’ll prepare a 3-course meal using fresh, local ingredients, while your chef shares with you regional cooking secrets and special techniques. Did you know that in Basilicata there are over ten different types of fresh pasta? During this class you will learn how to prepare one of them: roll up your sleeves and test your skills on fresh orecchiette, tapparelle or lucane chiappute.

 

3. Basilicata Wine Tour: Full Day from Matera

Basilicata is the perfect setting for this unforgettable culinary and wine experience: the genuine flavour’s, the indigenous grapes, the taste of the food and the friendly people combine to make this a memorable taste adventure. Your assistant for the day will guide you through this beautiful region and its pristine natural beauties. This ancient land boasts centuries-old vineyards that produce the famous Primitivo and Aglianico wines that are increasingly being singled out by wine experts for t heir structure and ability to age.