Casas Trogloditas de Matmata

Matmata is a city in southern Tunisia famous for its troglodyte houses, which are dwellings dug into the ground and hills. These houses are built in natural caves or man-made pits, and have bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchens. The inhabitants traditionally live in these cave houses to protect themselves from the intense heat of summer and the cold of winter. Matmata is also famous for having served as a filming location for several scenes from the Star Wars saga. Indeed, director George Lucas chose Matmata as the setting to represent the planet Tatooine in the Star Wars films of the original trilogy. The troglodyte houses of Matmata have been transformed into dwellings of Jawas, the small characters of the saga, and into the house of Luke Skywalker in the first film of the original trilogy. During your visit to Matmata, you will have the opportunity to discover the troglodyte houses,

Ksar Ghilane

Ksar Ghilane is an oasis located in the south of Tunisia, in the middle of the desert. It is famous for its hot springs, which have a temperature of almost 40°C and are considered to have therapeutic properties. The area is a place of rest and relaxation for locals, as well as tourists. The road that leads to Ksar Ghilane is long and difficult, but offers superb desert landscapes. Arriving at the oasis, you can enjoy the hot springs and relax in a peaceful and secluded environment. You can also visit the Roman ruins in the area, which bear witness to the region's rich and fascinating history. The Ksar Ghilane is also famous for its unique fauna and flora. You can discover a wide variety of desert plants and animals, such as camels, gazelles, snakes and scorpions. You can also participate in activities such as walks

Tiniri Camp is a traditional Berber tent camp located in Timbaïne, in southern Tunisia. The tents are built in the traditional Berber style, using local materials such as wool carpets and cushions, stone walls and straw roofs. The tents are equipped with comfortable beds and simple but functional furniture. When you arrive at the camp, you will be welcomed by local musicians and can enjoy a traditional Berber dinner around a campfire. You can taste local dishes prepared with fresh and local ingredients, such as couscous, tagines and grilled meats. You can also taste traditional local drinks, such as mint tea. After dinner, you can spend the night in your traditional Berber tent and enjoy the peaceful and serene ambiance of the desert. You can admire the stars and listen to the sounds of nature

Chenini

Chenini is a traditional Berber village located on a hill in southern Tunisia, not far from Tataouine. The village is surrounded by breathtaking desert landscapes and picturesque mountains. Chenini is famous for its traditional stone architecture, which dates back centuries. During your visit to Chenini, you can discover the narrow and winding streets of the village, stroll through the local souks and admire the traditional stone houses with their colorful doors and windows. You can also visit the village mosque, which dates back to the 15th century, and admire the spectacular views of the surrounding landscapes from the heights of the village. Your local guide will give you interesting information about the Berber history and culture of the region, as well as local traditions and customs. You can also learn about local crafts, such as carpet, pottery and jewelry making

Ksar Ghilane

Lunch at the camp and departure to Ksar Ghilane, beautiful Saharan oasis at the beginning of the eastern Erg. Arrival and free time to enjoy a beautiful swim in its natural spring and admire the sunset over the ocher sand dunes with the possibility of an optional ride on the back of camels or Quad on the sand dunes to the ancient Roman fort of Tisavar located a few kilometers from the oasis. • After breakfast, departure again to the Dhahar Massif.

Tamezret

Walking tour of Tamezret, Berber village at the top of the mountains that dominates the landscape of the rocky desert.

Matmata

 Continuation towards Matmata, superb Berber troglodyte village with its lunar landscape and its dwellings carved on the mountainside. • Visit the troglodyte museum of art and popular tradition Diar Amor • Typical lunch to taste the best recipes of Berber gastronomy. • Visit of an inhabited troglodyte house. • Typical lunch in Matmata to savor the delights of Berber culinary art.

• After lunch, continue to Toujene, a small picturesque village, established on the slopes of the mountains overlooking a narrow gorge carved by a wadi. Panoramic stop with the possibility of visiting an underground oil mill (open only during the days of picking olives). • Return to Djerba via the ferry or the Roman road.