Experience

Interactive Clay Workshop Create Your Own Cucu in Matera

5.00(1)Matera· Cave dwellings · stone cityEnglish, Italian2 options

Discover the artisan soul of Matera with a hands-on workshop for two, dedicated to the cucù—a traditional bird-shaped clay whistle known for its playful tones and deep cultural roots. Set in a local pottery studio in the historic Sassi district, this intimate experience invites you to craft your own whistles under the guidance of a Master Artisan. You’ll learn age-old techniques to shape single-tone, two-tone, and water-based whistles while uncovering the rich stories behind this iconic Materan symbol. Ideal as a couple experienece for creative travelers, this immersive activity blends artistry and tradition for a truly memorable cultural encounter. Your handmade cucù will be kiln-fired and beautifully finished, ready for pickup or international shipping—an authentic keepsake that captures the spirit of Matera.

Languages
English, Italian

What's included

10% Discount Coupon at MòVado Food & Drink bar in Piazza Duomo in Matera to collect in our agency
Private workshop experience exclusively for 2 guests
A personalized 'cucù' whistle to take home after kiln firing
Visit to the clay laboratory in the historic centre of Matera
Master Artisan (instructions in English, Italian)
Hands-on crafting experience

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the designated start point

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Workshop in Italian
Workshop in English

Where you'll be

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Where this sits in Matera

Matera is about 1 hr 14 min by road from Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport. A city carved into a ravine and lived in for nine thousand years, abandoned within living memory and now extraordinary again. Unlike anywhere else in Italy, and worth the detour south it takes to reach.

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