



5-Day Desert & Heritage Adventure in Tunisia from Douz
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day journey through the heart of Southern Tunisia, blending breathtaking desert landscapes, ancient history, Berber culture, and legendary film locations.
Highlights:
- 5-day immersive adventure in Southern Tunisia
- Explore palm-filled oases and the golden dunes of the Sahara
- Stay 1 night in a desert camp with traditional Bedouin experience
- 2 nights in Tozeur hotel and 1 night in Matmata hotel
- Camel ride in Douz and quad biking in Ksar Ghilane
- Swim in the natural hot spring of Ksar Ghilane
- Visit Fort Tisavar in the heart of the desert
- Discover mountain oases: Chebika, Tamerza & Mides
- 4×4 excursions to Chott El Gharsa, Ong Jmal, and Mos Espa (Star Wars filming sites)
- Explore Chenini Berber village and Ksar Ouled Soltane
- Visit Matmata troglodyte houses and Hotel Sidi Idriss (Star Wars location)
- Visit the Roman Amphitheatre of El Djem
- Guided by a professional licensed guide with air-conditioned transportation
Includes:
- Welcome and assistance upon arrival
- All transfers and transportation during the tour
- Air-conditioned tourist vehicle
- 4×4 vehicle for desert and off-road excursions
- Professional licensed guide throughout the tour
- Experienced driver
- Accommodation: 2 nights in Tozeur hotel 1 night in desert camp (Zmela or similar) 1 night in Matmata hotel
- Meals as per program: Breakfasts during the tour Lunch at Tamerza Palace Lunch in Douz Dinner & breakfast at the desert camp Dinner & breakfast in Matmata
- Camel ride in Douz
- Quad biking excursion in Ksar Ghilane
- Swimming in the natural hot spring of Ksar Ghilane
- Visit to Fort Tisavar
- Guided visits to: Chebika, Tamerza & Mides mountain oases Chott El Jerid Ong Jmal & Mos Espa (Star Wars sites) Chenini Berber village Ksar Ouled Soltane Matmata troglodyte houses Hotel Sidi Idriss (Star Wars site) El Djem Amphitheatre (external visit or internal depending on timing)
- International or domestic flights
- Drinks during meals
- Lunch on Day 5
- Entrance tickets to museums and monuments (unless specified)
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guide and driver
- Optional activities not mentioned in the program
- Travel insurance
From the palm-filled oases of Tozeur to the golden dunes of the Sahara, from Star Wars filming sites to Roman and Berber heritage, this immersive itinerary offers a perfect balance of adventure, discovery, and authenticity.
Travel in comfort with experienced guides, enjoy unique desert experiences such as camel rides, quad biking, hot spring bathing, and spend a magical night under the stars in a traditional desert camp. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking culture, nature, and adventure in one complete experience.
DAY 1 : Arrival scheduled at 7:00 PM and welcome by our team. Transfer to Tozeur and check-in at Hotel Ksar Rouge. Free dinner and overnight stay at the hotel
DAY 2 : Departure to explore the mountain oases: Chebika Tamerza Mides Lunch at Tamerza Palace Hotel. In the afternoon, 4×4 excursion to: Chott El Gharsa Ong Jmal Star Wars film sets Mos Espa
DAY 3 : Activities in Douz: Camel ride Lunch in Douz Continuation to Ksar Ghilane: Swimming in the natural hot spring Quad biking excursion Visit of Fort Tisavar in the heart of the desert
DAY 4 : Departure south to discover: Chenini: perched Berber village and ancient collective granary Ksar Ouled Soltane: iconic ksar with stacked ghorfas (famous movie set) Lunch in Tataouine. After lunch, continue to: Matmata: visit of traditional troglodyte houses Visit of Hotel Sidi Idriss, famous Star Wars filming location
DAY 5 : Breakfast at the hotel. Departure towards El Djem. Visit of the Roman Amphitheatre of El Djem (subject to timing and program).