Trip Information
Pick-up
Your driver will meet you at your address in Matera.
- Door-to-door service
- Help with your luggage
Trip
You’ll travel in comfort for 2 h 10 min.
- Optional sight-seeing
- Clean, comfortable car
- Professional driver
- Bottled water
- Child seats
- Prepared for handicapped
- Smoke-free
- Pet friendly
Drop-off
Your driver will drop you off at your address in Lecce.
- Door-to-door service
- Help with your luggage
- 177 km
- 2 h 10 min
Visit these sights on the way
Crypt of the Original Sin
Accessible by reservation, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is the Sistine Chapel of cave art. The Cave of 100 Saints
Gioia del Colle
Packed with culture, from baroque churches to a medieval castle, and the popular Primitivo wine, this historic village is literally a jewel. A Primitivo Gem
Castellaneta
Seeming to rise from the rocky cliff face, this charming town is home to historic monuments, and the silent film star Rudolph Valentino. Of Stars and Stone
Alberobello
The traditional, cone-roofed 'Trulli' houses in this picturesque village are so distinctive, they're a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cone Heads
Castello Ducale
Beginning with a Norman tower, this medieval castle was regularly expanded and refined to create a worthy defense and noble home. Boom and Bust
Abbey of Santa Maria di Cerrate
Once one of the most important cultural complexes in the region, this medieval abbey showcases several hundred years worth of architectural styles. Centuries of Glory
Vehicle options for this trip
The Daytrip driver advantage
Local knowledge about the route from Matera to Lecce
Including available sights:English speaking*
All Daytrip drivers speak English* as well as their native language (and sometimes additional languages too!). They'll be happy to discuss local history and culture with you, as well as answer any questions you may have. And because they speak the language, they're able to provide you with a unique opportunity to connect with local culture. *Drivers for Lite service aren't required to speak English but must meet all other standards.
Safety first!
We screen all our drivers for criminal and traffic records, and personally interview each one. We also inspect their cars for safety, comfort, and reliability. All cars must be less than ten years old, in excellent operating condition, and insured as required by local law. And because our drivers are locals, they're familiar with the rules and customs of the road.
World-class customer support
- Available 24/7
- Close relationship with drivers
- Experts on the route from Matera to Lecce
Flexible cancellation policy
- Cancellations: 100% refund up to 24 hours before the trip!
- Changes: Free up to 24 hours before the trip!
Good to know
Tips
Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).
Luggage
- Big luggage
- 29x21x11 inches
- 74x53x28 cm
- Small luggage
- 22x14x9 inches
- 56x36x23 cm
Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Every traveler deserves real insight into the cultures of the countries they’re visiting. And every amazing place on Earth deserves to be visited and appreciated. We believe unique local knowledge and real human connection are irreplaceable when it comes to truly comprehending another culture.
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