What's included in the EUR 564 price?

Private transport for up to 6 passengers, sommelier guide, entry to three producers, and tastings at each stop (cheese, bread, and wines). Meals and wine purchases beyond tastings are extra.

Is 10:00 AM a fixed departure time?

No—the operator emphasises flexibility to avoid stress. Confirm your preferred pickup time when booking; they accommodate earlier or later starts based on your schedule.

Can I buy cheese or wine to take home?

Yes, each producer sells directly. Cheese (especially burrata) is perishable; ask about chilling options or purchase items you can consume within a few days of travel.

Do I need wine knowledge to enjoy this tour?

Not at all. The sommelier teaches you how to taste and pair wines; it's designed for all levels, from curious beginners to experienced collectors.

How many people can join the private tour?

It's private, so group size varies. Typical capacity is 2–6 passengers; confirm with the operator if you're a larger party or want an exclusive experience.

What's the typical itinerary timeline?

Pickup at 10:00 AM (or agreed time), visits to Dicecca dairy, Panificio La Maggiore, and Polvanera vineyard, with tastings at each. The full 8-hour experience concludes around 6:00 PM, but timing is flexible.

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About this activity

Spend 8 hours exploring the Murgia plateau's gastronomic heritage with a private sommelier guide, visiting three renowned producers in Altamura to taste award-winning cheese, artisanal bread, and estate wines. This curated experience combines food production transparency with expert pairing insights, offering a deeper connection to Puglia's culinary traditions than standard group tours.

Are you ready for Murgia Experience? Our driver will pick-up you at 10:00am. Too late? No! It's very important you are not stressed. The first stopover is in Altamura. Dicecca is one of the most famous Apulian cheese factory. They produce cheese since 1930. You'll see the live production and then you'll taste burrata, ricotta and caciocavallo. The second stopover is at Panificio La Maggiore where you'll taste Altamura bread, focaccia and the delicious tette delle monache. The last stopover is Polvanera: visit to the vineyards, the cellar and... You'll taste 3 different wines!

Highlights

✓Live cheese production at Dicecca dairy (operating since 1930)
✓Tastings of burrata, ricotta, and caciocavallo at source
✓Artisanal bread and 'tette delle monache' pastries at historic Panificio La Maggiore
✓Vineyard and cellar tour at Polvanera with three estate wines
✓Private transport with sommelier commentary throughout
✓Flexible 10:00 AM departure tailored to your schedule

Insider tips

★Ask the sommelier about cheese-wine pairings specific to each producer—the ricotta with local whites is underrated.
★Bring a small cooler or ask the operator if cheese purchases can be chilled; burrata is best consumed within days.
★Visit in autumn (September–October) or spring (April–May) when cellar temperatures are optimal and harvest activity is visible.

Good to know

•Private tour means custom timing; confirm pickup location in central Matera the evening before.
•Comfortable walking shoes recommended for vineyard terrain; dairy and bakery visits involve minimal stairs.
•Plan to taste multiple wines; arrange alternative transport if consuming more than 3–4 glasses.
•Lunch not included; sommelier can suggest nearby trattorias to extend your experience.

Who it's for

Food and wine enthusiasts seeking artisanal production insightsLuxury travellers prioritizing private, personalised experiencesCouples or small groups wanting sommelier-led educationCulinary professionals or serious home cooks exploring ingredient sourcing

Best time to visit

Visit April–May or September–October when temperatures are mild and vineyard/cellar conditions are ideal. Arrive earlier in the season to see spring growth; later visits align with harvest activity and new vintage releases.

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Reviews

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Priya H.

Mar 2026

our guide Zara couldnt do enough for us and the bit at the end nobody expects was the highlight ... For our anniversary so it wasnt too busy. Honestly better than the tour we did in porto last year, and went last tuesday. Would book again no question.

Maya L.

Aug 2025

our guide Beatriz sorted everything for us and the bit at the end nobody expects was the highlight, and good as a half-day option, and 6 stops in about 3 hours, loved it

Nina V.

Apr 2025

our guide Kenji was brilliant and a little local spot off the usual route was the highlight. Last day of the trip so it wasnt too busy. Perfect for first-timers, and came away with 200+ photos, and ideal with kids (ours are 6 and 9), and came away with 200+ photos. Would book again no question, no joke

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