Explore your ancestral villages, discover family history, and reconnect with Italian heritage.
Special Experiences For The Roots are tailored for travelers seeking to reconnect with their heritage, ancestry, and cultural origins.
These tours provide an opportunity to explore family history, visit ancestral villages, and engage with the customs, traditions, and stories that shaped their identity.
This journey of rediscovery often includes genealogy research, meeting distant relatives, and participating in rituals or local events that celebrate shared roots. It is a deeply personal experience that combines travel with emotional and cultural reconnection, offering a unique way to honor one’s past and identity.
Itinerary Highlights
- Matera: The Cave City
- Pollino National
- Park Adventure
- Coastal Exploration: Maratea and Ionian
- Sea
- Historic Villages Discovery
- Basilicata Culinary Experience
Itinerary Details
Matera: The Cave City
Explore Matera’s ancient Sassi districts, where homes carved into rock create a unique UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk narrow alleys, visit rupestrian churches, and learn about the city’s fascinating history.
Pollino National Park Adventure
Discover Italy’s largest national park with hiking trails through forests, mountains, and rivers. Enjoy nature, wildlife spotting, and panoramic views in a pristine environment.
Coastal Exploration: Maratea and Ionian Sea
Visit the picturesque seaside town of Maratea, famous for its crystal-clear waters, dramatic cliffs, and the statue of Christ the Redeemer overlooking the coast. Relax on beautiful beaches or explore coastal trails.
Historic Villages Discovery
Wander through traditional Basilicata villages such as Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa, perched on rocky peaks, offering spectacular views and a glimpse into rural life.Basilicata Culinary Experience
Taste local specialties like peperoni cruschi (crispy peppers), Lucanian salami, and homemade pasta, paired with regional wines and olive oil, experiencing the flavors of Basilicata’s rich agricultural heritage
