Self drive tour Matera and Altamura

Self drive tour Matera and Altamura

 

Day 1

Arrival to Matera and hotel accommodation.
In the afternoon guided visit through an articulated and unusual walk inside the characteristic “sassi”. The walk is articulated by numerous standstills of multiple sites. The visit includes entries to some characteristic structures as the churches, the houses cave, the systems of harvest of the waters, the wine cellars dug in cave useful to understand some conclusive aspects the style of life in the Stones. At the end of the tour a tasting of typical products “lucani” will be offered.
In the evening return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2

Breakfast in hotel.
In the morning visit to “Matera underground”. A wide part of the city until then entirely ignored composed from numerous residences in the cave, tanneries, wine cellars and “palombari”.
Lunch in the restaurant.
In the afternoon free time.
In the evening return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay.



Day 3

Breakfast in hotel and departure to Altamura Altamura, guided visit of the ancient town and the imposing cathedral. During the walk visit of the ancient oven to assist to the preparation of the “Bread of Altamura” the first product in Europe to confer upon some mark DOP in the market category ” Bakery and oven products ”.
Lunch in the restaurant.
In the afternoon excursion near the center visits of Lamalunga where it’s possible to observe the images of the Man of Altamura (Homo Arcaicus).
In the evening return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4

Breakfast in hotel, all day for to discover of the Lucania gastronomy with visits to wine cellars, typical products tastings and traditional dishes.
In the afternoon cooking lesson with the preparation of typical dishes, soups of vegetables, peppers “cruschi” and other culinary specialties.
In the evening return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay.



 
Day 5

Breakfast in hotel.
Tour end.



 






Price per person starting from: € 530,00

Rate valid for minimun 2 people and include:

Accommodation in Hotel 4**** (or similar)
Double room accommodation, daily half-board treatment (excluding beverages)
Lunches in the restaurant as program
Guided visit as program
Product tasting as program
Support services during the whole tour

Info and Request: info@atmospheraitalia.eu

Isola di Levanzo - Egadi - Sicily

Levanzo ... a place still in its natural state, peaceful place to relax ... ... .. to find regenerate ...

The smallest of the islands Levanzo Egadi is that, due to the nature prevaltemente range and to a limited human presence has saved several endemic plant species (about 400). 
The absence of roadways invites visitors to trek through the trails is not difficult and unique charm, you can, without great difficulty, reach, following the western side of the island, the Grotta del Genovese, meeting many of the expressions of the island plant strong aroma from the wild. 
The graffiti in the cave of the Genovese, dating from around 9200 BC , Testify to a community devoted to hunting and fishing for tuna already, united in bonds of tribal ritual magic. By entering the cave, and slowly getting used to the dark one is overwhelmed by the charm that the reproduction of symbolic and stylized dancers produces. 
The importance of the archaeological heritage of supranational Levanzo worth a visit. From the slopes of "Pizzo del Monaco" you can reach Cala Tramontana, one of the most beautiful island for the color of the rock, the transparency of the sea, the flora and fauna. 
Beyond Cala Dogana which overlooks the charming village, do not miss a swim at Cala Minnola with its trees that are reflected on the sea. 
Levanzo, the ancient "Phorbantia", is the smallest of the Egadi. 
The town is located in the bay of Cala Levanzo Customs. Like the other islands, we recommend an island tour by boat to better enjoy the natural beauty. 
Extreme north of the island are the lighthouse of Capo Grosso. In the sea front you can see the depths of the most beautiful island. Other points of interest are: Minnula Cala, Cala Tramontana and the stack.