Day 1: Exploring Tataouine and Berber villages
Hotel pick-up: You will be met at your hotel to begin your adventure.
Journey to Tataouine: We will take the “Roman Road,” a picturesque causeway connecting the island of Djerba to the African mainland.
Stop at the salt lake of Chahbania: En route, we will take a break at the salt lake of Chahbania to enjoy the magnificent views and take some memorable photos.
Arrival in Tataouine: Once you arrive, you will have the opportunity to explore the local market, where you can discover the various Berber products and spices.
Visit to the Berber village of Chenini: We will then continue on our way to Chenini, a Berber village. A local guide will introduce you to its history and traditions, and explain the lifestyle of the inhabitants.
Lunch at a local restaurant: At midday, you will have the chance to enjoy a traditional Berber meal at one of the restaurants in the village.
Onward to the Erg and the oasis of Ksar Ghilane: After lunch, we will head to the Erg, the desert of rocks, to reach the oasis of Ksar Ghilane. Upon arrival, you can swim in the natural water pool, a magical place surrounded by greenery and the golden dunes of the Sahara.
Optional activities: For those who wish to, it will be possible to explore the area around the oasis by quad biking or camel riding, for an additional fee.
Overnight stay in Ksar Ghilane: After a full day, you will spend the night in local accommodation, where you can enjoy the unique atmosphere of the desert.
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Day 2: Exploring Matmata and the troglodyte villages
Hearty breakfast: The next morning, after a good breakfast, we will set off for the village of Matmata.
Visit to a Berber family: In Matmata, you will have the chance to meet a Berber family and visit their traditional troglodyte dwelling.
Break at the village of Tamazret: We will take a break at the Berber village of Tamazret, where you can enjoy an almond tea, a local specialty.
Sidi Idriss: Next, we will head to Sidi Idriss, a troglodyte hotel famous for having been the setting of some scenes in the Star Wars film. Here, you can see some of the film's set pieces.
Visit to Toujane: The final visit of the day will be to the Berber village of Toujane, which is hidden between two mountains and famous for handmade carpets and honey.
Hotel drop-off: At the end of this day full of discoveries, you will be dropped back to your hotel, full of unforgettable memories.