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| Duration: | 5 Day(s) - 4 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Desert Tours |
5-Day Star Wars Adventure in Tunisia
Journey through the landscapes of Tatooine and beyond in this unforgettable exploration of Tunisia’s Star Wars filming sites, ancient towns, and Saharan wonders.
Day 01: From the Coast to the Desert Gateway
Depart from Tunis, Hammamet, or Sousse and head to Kairouan, where you’ll explore the historic Medina, the Okba Ibn Nafaa Mosque, and the Sidi Saheb Mausoleum. After lunch, continue south to Tozeur, a charming oasis town near the edge of the Sahara. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a comfortable 4-star hotel.
Day 02: Mos Espa & Desert Adventures
Visit key Star Wars filming sites near Tozeur: the oasis of Chebika, the dramatic Mides Canyon, and Ong Jemel, where the Mos Espa set remains. After lunch in Tozeur, enjoy optional desert activities like quad biking, carriage rides, and a camel trek at sunset. Return for dinner and another night at your hotel.
Day 03: Tatooine Landscapes and Underground Dwellings
Begin the day at Chott El Jerid, the salt lake where Luke gazed at Tatooine’s twin suns, then head to Sidi Bouhlel Canyon (known as Star Wars Canyon). Ride camels through the Douz dunes, then explore Matmata and visit the Hotel Sidi Driss, Luke Skywalker’s home. Enjoy a traditional dinner and sleep in a unique troglodyte hotel.
Day 04: Ksars and Berber Strongholds
Explore several iconic Star Wars locations: Ksar Haddada, Ksar Ouled Soltane, and Chenini, then visit Ksar Médenine, all of which were used in The Phantom Menace. Continue to Djerba via the scenic Roman causeway. Dinner and overnight stay in a 4-star hotel on the island.
Day 05: Cantina, Coastlines & Roman Glory
In Ajim (Djerba), visit the exterior of the Cantina of Chalmun and other Star Wars filming spots. Begin your return north, stopping at El Jem to explore its massive Roman amphitheater before concluding your adventure back in Tunis, Hammamet, or Sousse.
