Itinerary
- Day 1
Tunis
You'll arrive at Tunis airport where your guide meets you. An e-bike tour through Carthage's ancient ruins comes next, taking you past temples, Roman baths, and historical remains scattered throughout the area. After that, head to Sidi Bou Said to walk through the blue and white architecture and catch the Mediterranean views from the cliffs. Dinner together wraps up your first evening, giving you time to settle in and meet the group.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- E-bike tour through the ruins of Carthage
- Visit Sidi Bou Said
Landmarks Carthage ruins Sidi Bou Said - Day 2
Tunis
This morning you'll walk through the UNESCO-protected medina of Tunis with its winding alleyways and busy souks. A chef accompanies you to the market to pick fresh ingredients and learn about Tunisian cooking traditions. Back at the guesthouse, you'll prepare an authentic lunch together. In the afternoon, check out a chechia workshop to see red hat making up close, then spend time at the Bardo Museum exploring Roman mosaics and ancient artifacts from the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Authentic Tunisian lunch prepared at guesthouse)
Included Activities
- UNESCO medina of Tunis tour
- Market visit and ingredient selection with chef
- Cooking course and authentic lunch preparation
- Chechia workshop
- Bardo Museum visit
Landmarks Medina of Tunis Bardo Museum - Day 3
Sousse to El Jem
An early departure gets you to Sousse's UNESCO medina where you'll browse spices and local craftsmanship in the bustling streets. The Dar Essid Museum, a 19th-century mansion, shows traditional Tunisian life through ornate tile work and antique furniture. From there, continue to El Jem to see the UNESCO amphitheater, one of the best-preserved Roman ruins around. A mosaic workshop in the afternoon lets you try your hand at the techniques that shaped Tunisia's artistic heritage.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sousse medina exploration
- Dar Essid Museum visit
- El Jem amphitheater visit
- Mosaic workshop
Landmarks Medina of Sousse El Jem Amphitheater - Day 4
Kairouan to Tozeur
Starting early, you'll explore Kairouan's UNESCO medina with its narrow streets, busy shops, and traditional handicrafts. The Great Mosque of Okba stands out as a masterpiece of Islamic architecture worth spending time in. Learn about Makroud pastry-making and its secret recipes from local artisans. By afternoon, head south to Tozeur, the gateway to the Sahara, where palm oases and the magical desert sunset create a memorable end to your day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Kairouan medina discovery tour
- Great Mosque of Okba visit
- Makroud artisan experience
Landmarks Medina of Kairouan Great Mosque of Okba - Day 5
Mountain Oases to Sahara
You'll journey through the mountain oases of Chebika, Tamerza, and Mides with hikes to Chebika's waterfalls surrounded by lush greenery and rock formations. Tamerza's dramatic gorges and Mides' three-kilometer-long gorge cut deep into the mountains, offering spectacular views throughout the day. Later, head into the Tunisian desert to watch the sunset at Mos Espa and see the Lars Homestead, famous Star Wars filming locations that draw visitors from around the world.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Chebika waterfalls
- Tamerza and Mides exploration
- Mos Espa and Lars Homestead visit
Landmarks Chebika waterfalls Tamerza Mides - Day 6
Sahara Desert Adventure
Begin in Tozeur with its palm groves and impressive architecture, then stop for photos at Chott El Djerid, a huge salt lake that stretches across the desert. Explore Douz and its lively souk filled with spices and local textiles. An off-road vehicle adventure takes you through constantly shifting sand dunes for an adrenaline rush. Evening brings a unique bread baking session where you'll learn traditional desert techniques, then you'll spend the night under the stars at your desert camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tozeur town visit
- Chott El Djerid photo stop
- Douz souk exploration
- Off-road vehicle Sahara dunes drive
- Bread baking session
Landmarks Chott El Djerid Douz - Day 7
Berber Culture and Star Wars Sites
Leaving the Sahara behind, you'll visit the cave houses of Matmata, showcasing 400 years of Berber architectural design and ingenuity. Villages like Toujane offer traditional crafts and landscapes that give insight into authentic Tunisian village life. Continue to Ksar Hadada, one of the most famous Star Wars filming locations where an old granary was converted into a film set for the movies.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Matmata cave houses visit
- Toujane village exploration
- Ksar Hadada Star Wars filming location
Landmarks Matmata cave houses Toujane Ksar Hadada - Day 8
Chenini to Djerba
Visit Chenini, a small Berber village with old granaries and views that stretch for miles, learning about semi-nomadic transhumance farming practices from centuries past. The legend of the Seven Sleepers, blending Christian and Islamic traditions, connects to the white mosque dedicated to them. From there, continue to Djerba, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, exploring the lively island and bustling Houmt Souk markets. Colorful street art fills the streets, and a farewell dinner celebrates the highlights of your entire trip together.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Chenini Berber village visit
- Legend of the Seven Sleepers and white mosque
- Djerba exploration
- Houmt Souk markets
Landmarks Chenini Djerba Houmt Souk markets - Day 9
Departure
You'll head back home today with a suitcase full of memories and stories from your time in Tunisia.
- Meals
- Breakfast
