Discover the soul of southern Tunisia in just 3 days — a private journey from the holy city of Kairouan to the golden dunes of the Sahara.
This short adventure is perfect for travelers who want the desert, the history and the culture without a long trip. Sleep one unforgettable night in a desert camp under a sky so clear the Milky Way feels within reach, with Bedouin music around the campfire.
Travel privately with a local guide who shares the stories behind every site and welcomes you into the homes of the people who live here.
What you'll experience:
• The majestic Great Mosque of Kairouan, one of Islam's most important sites
• The mountain oases of Chebika & Tamerza, with waterfalls and breathtaking canyons
• Mos Espa, the largest Star Wars film set in Tunisia, across the dunes
• Crossing Chott El Jerid, North Africa's largest salt lake
• A night in a desert camp: camel ride at sunset, traditional sand-baked bread, Bedouin music and a starlit sky
• A Berber troglodyte home in Matmata, with tea and olive oil from your hosts
• The Sidi Idriss Star Wars hotel
• El Jem, one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres in Africa
Comfortable 4-star hotel, authentic desert camp, and every booking supports local families.
Kairouan & Tozeur Pickup from your accommodation in Tunis, Sousse or Hammamet. Drive to the holy city of Kairouan to explore its magnificent Great Mosque. Continue to Tozeur via Gafsa (lunch en route), check in to your 4-star hotel, and discover Tozeur's charming old medina. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. 🏨 4★ hotel (half board) · 🍽️ Lunch & dinner
Mountain Oases, Star Wars & Desert Camp By 4×4 to the cliffside oasis of Chebika — a guided walk through the old Berber village, a mountain hike and its waterfall. Follow the old Dakar Rally track along Chott El Gharsa, cross the dunes to Mos Espa (Star Wars set), and enjoy a local lunch. In the afternoon, cross the vast Chott El Jerid salt lake to Douz and settle into your desert camp. Watch the sunset over the dunes (optional camel ride), help bake traditional bread under the embers, then enjoy dinner and Bedouin music around the campfire. Overnight under the stars. 🏕️ Desert camp (half board) · 🍽️ Lunch & dinner · Optional: camel ride
Berbers & Romans Drive to Matmata and visit a local family in their underground troglodyte home, welcomed with traditional tea and olive oil. Explore the iconic Sidi Idriss hotel (Star Wars). After lunch, head to El Jem to discover its remarkable Roman amphitheatre, before returning to your original pickup point. 🍽️ Lunch · Drop-off in Tunis, Sousse or Hammamet
✅ What's included Air-conditioned vehicle throughout Professional driver for the whole trip Licensed tour guide during visits Night 1: 4-star hotel in Tozeur (half board, double room) Night 2: desert camp, half board (double tent) Lunches during the tour (drinks not included) 24/7 support and assistance
❌ Not included Flights Cancellation & repatriation insurance Drinks and personal expenses Optional activities booked on site (camel ride / quad) Entrance fees to archaeological sites and museums Tips (optional)
Tunis, Tunisia to Tozeur, Tunisia