Sundowner: Spring/Summer 2019

DAY 2
09.00
After a leisurely breakfast, it’s time to head to
Parco della Murgia Materana, a national park
reminiscent of Jerusalem. Here you will find
over 100 Rupestrian churches dug into the
rockscape. Before you set off, stop in at
Il Forno di Gennaro, a family-run bakery
for straight-out-of-the-oven tomato focaccia.
It’s perfect picnic fare which will keep you
fuelled throughout the day.
11.30
Head to the Crypt of Original Sin, around
a 40-minute drive away from the national
park, where you can see caverns containing
eighth-century frescoes. After spending some
time here, you’ll feel like a refreshing snack.
Drive back to town and make a pit stop at
I Vizi degli Angeli for the prettiest
lavender-flavoured gelato.
14.30
There’s plenty of time for a spa session at your
hotel. If you’re still up for exploring, it’s an
hour’s drive to Martina Franca, a picturesque
town with whitewashed lanes, winding
alleyways and airy piazzas. After lingering
a while in this charming spot, head back to
Matera to change for dinner.
19.30
It’s your last night, so why not celebrate at one
of the town’s uber glam restaurants, Baccanti?
Overlooking a picturesque gorge, dine on veal
cheek with aglianico wine sauce under the glow
of soft candlelight. Nightcap? Head to Area 8,
a creative watering hole and discreet celeb hot
spot. Sip on thyme-infused negronis on the
terrace backed by the sounds of a DJ.
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next European city break, call our travel
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left to right:
Matera skyline; Parco della Murgia Materana;
scenic courtyard in the Sassi district
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