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Excursions & Experiences in Northern Calabria, Basilicata and Apulia
Where culture, nature, and history come together
Northern Calabria, together with Basilicata and nearby Apulia, offers a highly versatile destination for experiences and excursions, ideal for blended travelers and groups of all sizes.
Highlights include the Arbëreshë village of Civita, the striking Raganello Gorge, and Rossano, with the exceptional Codex Purpureus Rossanensis and its licorice heritage. Cosenza adds a strong historical and cultural dimension.
Excursions can be extended to iconic nearby sites such as Matera and Alberobello—both UNESCO World Heritage Sites—enhancing the overall appeal with globally recognized heritage.
The region’s rural landscapes—rich in citrus groves, vineyards, and aromatic herbs—support a wide range of food, wine, and nature-based activities, easily adaptable in pace and depth.
All experiences are modular and scalable, enabling B2B partners to efficiently tailor excursions to different group sizes, interests, and travel styles while delivering authentic Southern Italian character.
Half-Day Excursions
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Rossano, including the Codex Purpureus Rossanensis and the “Amarelli” Licorice Museum
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Civita and the Devil’s Bridge
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Rocca Imperiale with a visit to a lemon farm & tasting
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Cosenza
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Sibari
Hiking Excursions
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Santa Maria delle Armi – Passo del Panno Bianco – Monte Sellaro (half day)
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Civita – Raganello Gorges / Devil’s Bridge (half day)
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Morano Calabro – Malvento Viewpoint – Serra del Prete (full day)
Full-Day Excursions
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Matera
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Morano Calabro and the “Lavender Park”
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Cosenza & Pilgrimage Church of San Francesco di Paola
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Alberobello
Experiences
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Cooking class in an Agriturismo in Pollino National Park
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Rafting on the Lao River
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Wine tastings at local wineries and renowned cellars
Designed for travelers staying along the Upper Ionian Coast of Calabria and in the Cosenza area, these excursions reveal the best of the region’s culture, nature, and traditions.