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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Travel from Matera in a comfortable private vehicle and begin your experience with a visit to the ancient temple included in the itinerary. Then continue to a spacious vineyard overlooking the surrounding countryside and enjoy the striking views of the ghost village of Craco at sunset.
Receive a traditional picnic basket filled with an abundant selection of local specialties, such as cheeses, cured meats, bread, focaccia, and seasonal products, carefully paired with a bottle of local wine. Choose your preferred table freely among the vines and enjoy a genuine, unhurried picnic surrounded by peaceful landscapes and panoramic views.
- Visit the ancient Greek temple, Palatine Tables, along the route to Montalbano
- Enjoy a sunset picnic with local delicacies and local wine tasting in a vineyard
- Travel in a private sedan or minivan with a professional driver
- Perfect for those looking for a blend of culture, history, and gastronomy
What's included
Private round-trip transfer by air-conditioned sedan/minivan, depending on your group size
Visit to the Tavole Palatine (Greek temple ruins) in Metaponto
Complimentary bottled water on board
Ongoing assistance over phone, WhatsApp, or email
One bottle of wine per two guests, with a choice of white, red, or rosé
Picnic experience at sunset in a traditional masseria/vineyard in Montalbano
Picnic basket with a generous selection of traditional Lucanian products
Hotel or B&B pickup and drop-off in Matera
Guided tour of the Tavole Palatine
Extra bottles of wine or other beverage
Gratuities (optional)
What to expect
Matera
Pass by
Your experience begins at 5:00 PM with pickup from your hotel, B&B, or another agreed location in Matera. Meet your professional driver and travel comfortably in a private, air-conditioned sedan/minivan toward the Ionian coast.
tempio delle Tavole Palatine
30m
Arrive at the Tavole Palatine archaeological site at approximately and enjoy around 30 minutes to admire the impressive remains of the ancient Doric temple.
Masseria-cantine Crocco
2h · Admission ticket included
Continue to Masseria Crocco in Montalbano, arriving at approximately 7:15 PM. Collect your traditional picnic basket containing an abundant selection of traditional Lucanian products such as local roasted sausage, eggs, cured meats, focaccia, chicken, fruit, accompanied by local wine.
Choose your preferred table within the spacious vineyard and settle into the panoramic setting that appeals to you most.
Admire the sunset and the sweeping views over the surrounding countryside, including the evocative ghost village of Craco in the distance.
Matera
Pass by
At approximately 9:30 PM, return your picnic basket at the masseria’s reception and meet your driver for the private journey back to Matera.
Relax aboard the minivan before arriving at your hotel, B&B, or agreed drop-off point at approximately 11:00 PM.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Please provide a pick-up location at least a few days before the day trip
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Specific dietary requests and substitutions for food allergies or intolerances cannot be accommodated. Please carefully assess whether this experience is suitable for your dietary needs before booking
Bees may be present in the picnic area, attracted by the natural surroundings and food. They generally retreat after sunset
Tables may be freely selected from those available in the vineyard. A specific location or table cannot be guaranteed
The picnic takes place outdoors in the vineyard. In case of unsuitable weather, the experience may be modified according to the venue’s arrangements
Information about the Greek temple is available in Italian and English on the on-site information boards. The vineyard staff speaks both Italian and English
Guests who are allergic to bee stings should bring any medication prescribed by their doctor and inform the staff in advance
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
