SOGGIORNO ALL INCLUSIVE IN BASILICATA

SOGGIORNO ALL INCLUSIVE IN BASILICATA

DAY 1 • SEPTEMBER 13, 2026: SENIGALLIA – TERMOLI – MARINA DI PISTICCI

Group meetup at the designated departure point (departures from Senigallia and Ancona; departure times will be communicated at a later date). Board the coach and depart for Termoli. Upon arrival, meet the local guide for a tour of the city, which boasts a beautiful medieval old town perched on a promontory overlooking the Molise coast, a bustling fishing port, and a popular beach. The coastline all the way to the Gargano is dotted with "trabucchi"—traditional wooden fishing platforms built on stilts. Highlights of the tour include the Cathedral, one of Molise's most significant monuments built in the 12th century in a Pisan-Apulian Romanesque style featuring a beautiful Crypt, and the exterior of the Castle with its imposing tower and fortified walls with cylindrical towers, built by Emperor Frederick II to defend the port. Independent lunch. In the afternoon, resume the journey toward Basilicata. Arrival at the resort, room check-in, dinner, and overnight stay.

DAY 2 • SEPTEMBER 14, 2026: MARINA DI PISTICCI

Full board with All-Inclusive service at the resort, with free time for various activities or beach relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy a half-day excursion to the charming village of Pisticci, characterized by its iconic white houses, ancient defensive towers, and historic buildings that preserve the heritage of the local area. 

DAY 3 • SEPTEMBER 15, 2026: MATERA

Full board with All-Inclusive service at the resort, with free time for various activities or beach relaxation. Full-day excursion to Matera. Meet the local guide and start the tour of the "Sassi di Matera", the ancient neighborhoods carved directly into the tufa rock, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, Matera is an open-air museum showcasing historical continuity from the Stone Age to the present day. The Sassi form a mesmerizing labyrinth of alleys, stairways, caves, noble palaces, gardens, and wide terraces, dominated by chimneys and the bell towers of rock-hewn churches. This dense cluster of dwellings creates the atmosphere of a living nativity scene, making it the perfect filming location for major cinematic masterpieces, including Pier Paolo Pasolini’s The Gospel According to St. Matthew and Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ. The tour includes a visit to the Sasso Caveoso district, with entry to the rock church of Santa Lucia alle Malve—the first female monastic settlement of the Benedictine Order dating back to the 8th century and the most important in Matera's history. You will also visit a typical Casa Grotta (Cave House), fully furnished to show the rural peasant lifestyle that continued up until the 1960s. Packed lunch provided by the resort. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to continue exploring Matera independently before returning to the resort in the late afternoon.

DAY 4 • SEPTEMBER 16, 2026: MARINA DI PISTICCI

Full board with All-Inclusive service at the resort, with free time for various activities or beach relaxation. Optional excursion (extra charge) to Metaponto: founded by the Achaeans in the 8th century BC, Metaponto was the main center for the spread of Pythagoras' school of thought and genius. It was allied with Croton (now Crotone) and later with Rome during the war against Pyrrhus (280–272 BC). In 207 BC, it sheltered Hannibal's armies, leading to its devastation by the Romans. The visit to the archaeological site includes the ancient home of Pythagoras, the Temple dedicated to the goddess Hera, and the Tavole Paladine (Palatine Tables)—where 15 of the original 36 columns stand perfectly preserved, representing one of the most significant archaeological sites of Magna Graecia.

DAY 5 • SEPTEMBER 17, 2026: MONTESCAGLIOSO ABBEY

Full board with All-Inclusive service at the resort, with free time for various activities or beach relaxation. In the morning, enjoy a guided visit to Montescaglioso. Settlement here dates back to the 4th millennium BC; it became a prominent center of Magna Graecia between the 5th and 2nd centuries BC and a major Norman county seat in the Middle Ages. Traces of Greek fortifications and medieval walls are still visible. From the highest point of the town, you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view over the Bradano Valley, the Gulf of Taranto, and the Rock Churches Park. The surrounding hillsides feature hundreds of hand-carved caves still used for wine storage. We will visit the majestic Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo, one of the most imposing monastic complexes in Italy. Return to the resort afterward.

DAY 6 • SEPTEMBER 18, 2026: CRACO

Full board with All-Inclusive service at the resort, with free time for various activities or beach relaxation. In the afternoon, take a half-day excursion to the ghost town of Craco, one of Italy's most evocative and hauntingly beautiful abandoned villages. In 1963, a landslide forced its inhabitants to relocate to the new town of Craco Peschiera. Today, "Old Craco" stands frozen in time, with its houses clinging to the rock and the Norman tower dominating the highest ridge of the village.

DAY 7 • SEPTEMBER 19, 2026: OPTIONAL BOAT EXCURSION

Full board with All-Inclusive service at the resort, with free time for various activities or beach relaxation. Optional excursion (extra charge): a scenic boat trip to discover the stunning beauties of the coastline.

DAY 8 • SEPTEMBER 20, 2026: MELFI OR VENOSA – SENIGALLIA

Breakfast at the hotel and room check-out. Load luggage onto the coach and depart for the return journey to Senigallia. En route, stop for a guided tour of Melfi, a medieval town famous for being the seat of Emperor Frederick II, where he promulgated the historic Constitutions of Melfi. The town rises majestically on a hill, enclosed by a unique ring of fortified walls, among the finest in Southern Italy. From the Porta Venosina gate, you can admire part of the walls and a stunning view of Mount Vulture. The Norman Cathedral was rebuilt in the 17th century, leaving only the original bell tower intact, standing next to the monumental Bishop’s Palace—one of the most beautiful in Italy. The village is dominated by the spectacular Castle. Built by the Normans, it was later expanded by Frederick II of Swabia, with further towers added by Charles of Anjou and subsequent modifications by the Caracciolo and Doria families. We will visit the National Archaeological Museum housed inside the castle (entrance fee payable on-site). Following the visit, continue the journey back to Senigallia, with optional rest stops along the way.

INDIVIDUAL PARTICIPATION FEE

Group of 40 participants: € 725
Group of 30 participants: € 795
Single room supplement: € 245 (maximum one available)

Pine forest or pool view room supplement: € 25 (per person, upon request)

THE FEE INCLUDES:

Travel by Luxury GT Coach following the scheduled itinerary
7 nights accommodation at 4-star hotel in Marina di Pisticci in a Double/twin Room
Full board with All-Inclusive service (starting with dinner on Day 1 and ending with lunch on the final day) which includes: espresso coffee, slushies (granite), and draft soft drinks in 20 cl glasses; aperitifs, wine, prosecco, beer, digestifs (amari), spirits, and cocktails at scheduled times as published in the current catalog and at the resort bars.
Club Card for adults and children (from 3 years old) including: 1 beach umbrella and 1 sun lounger or deck chair (front rows available at a supplement), day and evening entertainment, access to sports fields, and group sports lessons.
Daytime and evening entertainment activities
Guided tours: Marina di Pisticci (approx. 2 hours), half-day in Matera, entry and guided tour of the Montescaglioso Abbey, Craco (approx. 2 hours), Melfi (approx. 2 hours)
Medical and luggage insurance

THE FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

Local tourist tax (to be paid on-site), tips, personal extras, trip cancellation insurance, entry ticket to the Castle of Melfi to be paid on-site (€ 5 per person), entry tickets to the Casa Grotta and the Rock Church of Santa Lucia alle Malve in Matera (€ 2 + € 3.50 to be paid on-site).
Anything not expressly mentioned under "The Fee Includes".

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

CANCELLATION INSURANCE (TO BE REQUESTED UPON BOOKING):
Trip Cancellation / Interruption Insurance

In double/single room: € 30VALID ONLY FOR NON-PRE-EXISTING MEDICAL CONDITIONS. MUST BE REQUESTED AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION.
Please note: Any cancellations must strictly be reported to the travel agency or to Europ Assistance insurance within a maximum of 3 days from the occurrence of the event preventing departure.
For pre-existing or chronic medical conditions, please contact the agency for alternative insurance options.

REGISTRATION / BOOKING

Registrations are open and will be accepted until 30 June, 2026, subject to seat availability. For information, contact Tel. +39  0549 960454.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Valid ID card (UE)/ Passport (non UE)

IN A NUTSHELL:

Regional Capital: Potenza (major tourist hubs: Matera, Maratea, Pisticci).
Total Area: 10,073 km²
Location: Southern Italy (bordered by Campania, Puglia, and Calabria, and washed by two seas: the Ionian and the Tyrrhenian).
Language: Italian (with rich and diverse local dialects, such as Materano and Potentino).
Religion: Roman Catholicism is by far the most widespread religion. The region is renowned for its ancient religious traditions, medieval rock-hewn churches (especially in Matera), and deeply felt patron saint festivals.
Currency: Euro (€)
Country Calling Code: +39 (followed by the local area code, e.g., 0835 for Matera, 0971 for Potenza).
Connectivity & Network: Excellent mobile network coverage throughout the region, with widespread 4G and 5G networks available in all major towns and tourist destinations.
Climate: Highly diverse depending on the area. It is Mediterranean along the coastlines (Ionian and Tyrrhenian), featuring warm, breezy summers. In contrast, the inland areas and the Lucanian Apennines experience a continental and mountainous climate, with cool winters and pleasantly mild summers.
Average September Temperatures (Tour Period): Along the coast (Marina di Pisticci), the weather is ideal, with lows around 18°C and highs easily reaching 26°C–28°C—perfect for both beach relaxation and cultural sightseeing.