Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Unlike standard group tours, this private adventure takes you deep into **Matmata’s troglodyte houses**, where you’ll explore centuries-old underground homes still inhabited by Berber families. Visit the **historic ksour of Chenini and Ksar Ouled Soltane**, marveling at their stacked ghorfas and fortified architecture, and drive through the **stunning Jebel Dahar mountains** for panoramic desert views. With a private guide and flexible itinerary, travelers enjoy **personalized cultural immersion, scenic photography opportunities, and a serene desert experience**, making this tour a unique blend of **history, culture, and adventure** in Southern Tunisia.
What's included
Private transportation
Flexible customizable tour : spend more time at any site
Accommodation recommandation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Quick WhatsApp assistance : help with all your tour related needs
Food assistance : we help you choose and take you to restaurants based on your preference
In person road guide driver for fun and facts on the road
Fully private tour
Entry fees : approximately 3-5 TND around 1 euro ( paid directly on arrival )
Food
What to expect
Day 1: El Jem, Matmata, Tamazret, Douz
Casas Trogloditas de Matmata
2h · Admission ticket not included
In Matmata, visitors explore troglodyte houses, unique underground homes carved into the earth to protect against extreme desert heat. Each home has a central open courtyard, with rooms like bedrooms, kitchens, and storage spaces tunneled into the surrounding rock. Many homes are decorated with traditional Berber patterns, tools, and vibrant textiles. Some are still inhabited, and locals often welcome visitors to share insights about their heritage and lifestyle. These houses also gained fame as filming locations for Star Wars, adding a cultural and cinematic appeal to the experience.
Ksar Ouled Soltane
1h
Ghorfas (Granary Rooms): Multi-story stone rooms stacked vertically, historically used to store grains and valuables. The symmetry and repetition of the ghorfas create a mesmerizing architectural pattern.
Fortified Walls and Courtyards: The ksar is protected by high walls, with a central courtyard that provides panoramic views of the surrounding desert landscape.
Traditional Berber Construction: Visitors can observe how local materials—stone, mud, and palm trunks—were ingeniously used to build durable structures in the harsh desert climate.
Explore the Multi-Level Ghorfas: Wander through narrow stairways and passageways that connect the stacked granaries, imagining how villagers historically stored food and protected their wealth.
Capture the symmetry, shadows, and textures of the ghorfas, especially during the golden hours of sunrise or sunset.
Meet local residents, see traditional crafts, and gain insight into the Berber way of life.
Day 2: Tataouine Jebel Dahar, El Mdou Oasis
Tataouine
Pass by
In the morning, travelers in **Jebel Dahar** are greeted by golden sunlight illuminating rugged desert mountains and hidden valleys. A scenic drive or short hike reveals **traditional Berber villages, rocky gorges, and isolated oases**, while the cool desert air and quiet surroundings create a peaceful, awe-inspiring experience. The morning is perfect for photography, soaking in panoramic views, and witnessing daily life in this timeless desert landscape.
Gabes
1h
At **El Mdou Oasis**, travelers will wander among lush palm groves and traditional Berber gardens, surrounded by the serene desert landscape. They can stroll along shaded pathways, admire the irrigation channels that sustain the oasis, and observe local life as farmers tend to dates and crops. The calm atmosphere, combined with the contrast of green palms against the golden desert, offers a peaceful and authentic desert experience perfect for photography and cultural immersion.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
we pick up from all hotels, airports and all other places for the customer’s convenience
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
