Castelmezzano & Pietrapertosa Tour

On our tour of Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa, we'll explore beautiful villages in the Lucanian Dolomites, featuring breathtaking mountain scenery.

Castelmezzano & Pietrapertosa Private Tour

At your selected time, we will meet in Piazza Emilio Caizzo in Castelmezzano. You will follow the guide's vehicle through the villages of the Lucanian Dolomites. As you drive, enjoy incredible views of the mountains.

The private tour begins in the medieval streets of Castelmezzano. We will walk through its steep stairs to view the unique sandstone-roofed houses built on a rocky basin.

Next, we will visit Pietrapertosa, where we will see the Church of San Giacomo Maggiore, adorned with 17th and 18th-century frescoes and works by local artists such as Pietro Antonio Ferro.

During our time in Pietrapertosa, we will observe the remains of the Arabata, an ancient Arab settlement with its Saracen name still intact.

The tour continues to Pietrapertosa Castle, a Roman fortress important during the Norman period in the 9th century. The ruins are atop a rock in the highest part of the Basento Valley, providing spectacular views of the Lucanian Dolomites. You will then have 2 hours of free time for lunch at a local restaurant.

We will return to the meeting point to conclude the tour 6 to 8 hours after its start. See you next time!