Explore Tunisia’s unique Berber heritage on this 4-day journey through the desert and mountain villages of southern Tunisia. From the famous troglodyte dwellings of Matmata to the ancient citadels of Chenini and Douiret, you’ll gain insight into the culture, history, and architecture of Tunisia’s Berber communities.
Visit the iconic El Jem amphitheater, marvel at the salt flats of Chott El Jerid, and enjoy traditional Berber hospitality with home-cooked meals and authentic cultural experiences along the way. This Tunisian Berber villages tour combines breathtaking landscapes, cultural immersion, and historical sites for a deep exploration of the country’s Berber roots.
As a private excursion, this tour is fully customizable to your needs and ideal itinerary. You can take ideas from our Multi-Day Tours of Tunisia for what you would like to do, or even start from the beginning using our Custom Tunisia Tours Builder.
Once you’re ready to book your tour of Tunisia’s Berber villages, get in touch with our team.
Begin your tour to Tunisia’s Berber villages with a visit to the monumental El Jem amphitheater, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest Roman monument in Africa. Continue to Matmata, known for its underground troglodyte dwellings. After lunch at the Sidi Driss Hotel, featured in Star Wars, visit local families to experience Berber hospitality. In the late afternoon, head to Tataouine, an ancient Berber village nestled in the mountains, where you’ll settle in for dinner and an overnight stay in a traditional setting.
After breakfast, visit Douiret and then drive to Chenini, a hilltop village overlooked by a ksar, or fortified granary. Explore Chenini’s mosque of the Seven Sleepers and its remarkable architecture. Continue to Toujane for a hosted lunch at a Berber family’s home, followed by a visit to the village. In the afternoon, arrive in Douz, the gateway to the Sahara, where you can opt for a camel ride in the dunes. End the day with dinner and an overnight stay in a desert camp.
Travel across the Chott El Jerid salt flats to Tozeur, known for its vast date palm groves. Upon arrival, enjoy an optional carriage ride through the oasis and experience a date tasting session. After lunch at a local oasis, embark on a 4WD adventure to the mountain oases of Chebika and Tamerza, where natural springs and waterfalls create stunning desert landscapes. Visit Ong Jemal, another Star Wars filming site, before returning to Tozeur for dinner and an overnight stay.
On the final day, drive to Kairouan, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Islam’s holiest cities. Explore the Great Mosque, Aghlabid Basins, and the Medina, known for its vibrant handicrafts and historic architecture. After lunch, return to Tunis, concluding your Tunisian Berber village adventure.
We offer flexibility to tailor the tour to your specific needs. Whether you’d like to adjust activities, pace, or add extra experiences, we’re happy to create a bespoke tour just for you.
This tour is available year-round and offers a unique experience in each season. However, please note that desert camps are unavailable from June to September due to high temperatures in the Sahara.
