MATERA IN VESPA

About This Experience

This is a Vespa tour of Matera that starts and ends in Piazza San Pietro Caveoso. You ride a Vespa 125, two people per scooter, and the local host leads the route and stops for photos around the city. It lasts about 1.5 hours and cost $37 per person when checked in October 2026; a separate option that names the Murgecchia park costs $39, so check which one you book.

The listing's route runs from Sasso Barisano, with a visit to a cave house, to Sasso Caveoso, then through the newer town and out to Murgecchia, about 15 minutes from the old city. The host agrees the route with you, and it can go beyond the city. Your Casa Grotta ticket, helmets and fuel are in the price. The scooter covers ground that would take hours on foot.

The operator is firm about riders. You need a driving license, and beginners are not accepted, because the lanes are steep, the stone can be slippery and you may ride through crowds. If you are not a confident scooter rider, ask whether a Vespa tour with a driver is available, which needs advance booking. The tour runs only in acceptable weather.

It suits experienced riders and couples who want to cover more ground than on foot. The rating is 4.8 from 76 GetYourGuide reviews. The one lukewarm review wanted more background on the area and more stops in the inner town. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours ahead, which helps if the forecast turns. Wear closed shoes with grip, because the stone in the Sassi is smooth and steep in places.

Highlights

• Ride a Vespa 125, two people per scooter
• Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso
• Visit to a cave house
• Ride through the newer town
• Murgecchia, about 15 minutes from the old city
• Photo stops at viewpoints around Matera

What's Included

• ✓ Vespa 125 (one scooter for two people)
• ✓ Local host who leads the route
• ✓ Casa Grotta (cave house) ticket
• ✓ Helmets
• ✓ Fuel

Not Included

• Gratuities
• Food and drinks

What to Bring

• Driving license
• International driving license if your license is not from the EU
• Closed shoes with grip
• Weather-appropriate clothing

Good to Know & Caveats

• Beginners are not accepted: you must be a confident scooter rider with a driving license.
• The stone lanes can be slippery and crowded; the operator says riders are responsible for their own driving.
• Ask about a tour with a driver if you are not a confident rider (advance booking required).
• The tour runs only in acceptable weather.
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund.
• The listing does not state which language the guide speaks. If you need commentary in English, confirm it with the operator before you book.

Meeting Point

Piazza San Pietro Caveoso, in Sasso Caveoso; your voucher confirms the time.