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Travel from Matera to Altamura on a private half-day that pairs behind-the-scenes cheese making with historic bakeries and a forest picnic. Taste Altamura’s legendary focaccia, learn from master cheesemakers, and finish with an al fresco lunch in Mercadante Forest.
Travel from Matera to Altamura on a private half-day that pairs behind-the-scenes cheese making with historic bakeries and a forest picnic. Taste Altamura’s legendary focaccia, learn from master cheesemakers, and finish with an al fresco lunch in Mercadante Forest.
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Operated by Martulli Viaggi · Altamura, Puglia
A lavender dawn lifts off Matera’s sassi as the minivan eases onto the Apulian plain, and you feel the region opening up — limestone fields giving way to orchards and the low, patient green of Mercadante Forest. The day begins in the cool, echoing rooms of Caseificio Dicecca, where curds are coaxed into hard, flavorful cheeses the region has refined for generations.
easy.
6 hours.
Light activity; suitable for most adults able to stand and walk short distances. Minimal elevation change.
Yes — private air-conditioned transfer from Matera to Altamura and back is included in the tour price.
Yes — the operator requests dietary requirements at booking and can adjust tastings and lunch when notified in advance.
The tour notes stroller accessibility for infants and small children; some standing tastings and short walks are required.
Language options vary by provider; confirm at booking. Guides often offer Italian and at least one international language on private tours.
Altamura’s culinary identity centers on its ancient bread tradition (Pane di Altamura) and medieval urban fabric; dairy and bakery crafts have shaped local commerce for centuries.
Supporting family-run dairies and bakers helps sustain traditional practices; visitors should stick to marked paths in Mercadante Forest and avoid single-use plastics.
Martulli Viaggi operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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