The Wonders of Southern Tunisia Adventure 7D/6N
Embark on a 7 days trip to discover visit all seven of Tunisia’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Dougga, Kairouan, the medinas of Sousse and Tunis, the Punic remains of Kerkuane, magnificent Carthage, and El Djem, the largest Roman amphitheatre in North Africa.
ItineraryDay 1: Day 01-Arrive in DjerbaStop At: Djerba Island, Djerba Island, Medenine Governorate
Arrival to Djerba. Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Route: 35 min, 27km
Steps: Djerba
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Accommodation: Overnight at Dar El Bhar hotel or similar
Day 2: Day 02-Discovery of the ksours and berber villagesStop At: Berber village, Takruna, Tunis Tunisia
After breakfast, depart via the Roman Road to Tataouine. Visit of the city then continuation towards Ksar Ouled
Soltane, filming location of some scenes from the film "Star Wars" and one of the best Ksours in southern Tunisia.
Departure for Chenini, a small village embedded in the mountain, famous for its ksours and its houses dug in the walls
of the mountains and visit (about 40min on foot) with a local guide who will be happy to share with you the history of
his village and its traditions. Lunch in a typical restaurant. After the meal, hike with a local guide between the village of Chenini and the village of Douiret where you will spend the night (about 3 hours). Arrival in Douiret and free time to stroll around the village.
Duration: 3 hours
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Accommodation included: Accommodation: Night at Raouf's cottage
Day 3: Day 03-The night under tentStop At: Ksar Ghilane, Ksar Ghilane, Kebili Governorate
After breakfast, departure to Ksar Ghilane, a small exotic oasis in the Sahara, famous for its natural source of thermal
water, where you can swim. Arrival and free time to enjoy a swim in the hot spring. Possibility of a quad getaway (extra)
or camel ride to visit the old fort "Tisavar" located in the desert.
Lunch and departure to the camp where we will spend the night (about 20Km).
Arrival and free time to enjoy the sunset. Dinner and evening around fire camp !
Night in Berber tent.
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Accommodation: Overnight at Zmela camp or similar
Day 4: Day 04-Discovery of the JeridStop At: Chott El Jerid, Entre Tozeur y Blidet, Tozeur 2200 Tunisia
Wake up gently and breakfast, and depart for Tozeur via the city of Douz. The crossing of Chott El Djérid, the lake of antiquity, the sea of chimeras where, according to legend, whole armies disappeared forever. Arrival and installation at the hotel. In the afternoon, visit the ancient medina of Tozeur and the possibility of a bike ride in the marvellous palm grove of Tozeur (Extra) or to visit the magnificent museum of traditional art Dar Chéraït (Extra). Dinner and overnight at the
hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
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Accommodation included: Accommodation: Overnight at Hotel Ksar Rouge or similar
Day 5: Day 05-Getaway in the mountain oasesStop At: Chebika, Tunisia
After breakfast, departure to visit the superb mountain oases Chébika, a veritable suspended paradise, which has become for years the favourite place of the greatest filmmakers (known above all for its Berber village and its springs of water which spring from the side of the mountain), Tamerza (famous for its waterfall) and Midès (for its Canyons). Lunch in a typical homestay restaurant to enjoy a typical Tunisian menu. In the afternoon you can leave civilization behind and go on an adventure in the dunes of Ong Djemel by the Ralley track to discover the scenery of Star Wars and the village of Mose Espa. On the way to our hotel, we will stop at the basket of Nefta where a visit will be made. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
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Accommodation included: Accommodation: Overnight at Hotel Ksar Rouge or similar
Day 6: Day 06-In the house undergroundStop At: Douz, Douz, Kebili Governorate
After breakfast, depart to Douz Arrival in Douz and lunch in a typical restaurant. Departure to Matmata, the troglodyte village. Our first stop will be at the Berber village of Tamazret. Coffee breaks and free time to stroll around the village. Continue to Matmata and visit the homestay where we will be greeted by good Roman tea, bread prepared by your host, accompanied by olive oil and honey. Departure from the hotel and installation
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Accommodation: Overnight in Dar Ayed or similar
Day 7: Day 07-Return to Djerba…Stop At: Houmt Souk, Houmt Souk, Djerba Island, Medenine Governorate
Breakfast, departure for Sidi Driss, the hotel where some scenes from the film Star Wars were filmed … Continue to the Berber village of Toujane, a wonderful village hidden between two mountains … Photo break and continue to Djerba.
Arrival and have lunch before heading to Guellela the pottery village and the possibility of doing business in the shops before leaving the next day. Continue to the alleys of Djerba Hood and free time to admire the street arts. Departure to Houmt souk and free time in the souk.
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Accommodation: Overnight at Dar El Bhar hotel or similar
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
07:30 AM
Duración: 7 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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