Tunisia Explorer
$ 1,799.00
About this trip
Tunisia: Carthage, Star Wars & the Sahara’s Northern Edge
The perfect add-on to your North African adventure. Six days across Tunisia, from the blue-and-white lanes of Sidi Bou Said to Roman amphitheatres, mountain oases and the Star Wars film sets scattered across the desert. Sleep in a Berber camp, walk the ruins of Carthage and finish in one of Islam’s holiest cities. Small country, huge variety.
Highlights
🏛 Carthage – Walk the remains of the ancient superpower that once rivalled Rome, right on the edge of modern Tunis
🏘 Sidi Bou Said – The famous blue-and-white clifftop village above the Mediterranean
🏟 El Jem – A colossal Roman amphitheatre to rival the Colosseum, minus the crowds
🌌 Star Wars Film Sets – Matmata’s underground Berber homes and the desert sets of Ong Jemal, straight off the screen
⛺ A Night with the Berbers – Traditional hospitality and an overnight camp in the south
🌴 Mountain Oases – Chebika and Tamerza, where palm-filled canyons and waterfalls hide in the desert mountains
🕌 Kairouan – One of the holiest cities in Islam and a UNESCO-listed old town
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Tour DateJanuary 23 -28, 2027
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Arrival CityTunis, Tunisia
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Departure CityTunis, Tunisia
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IncludedOvernight Berber campAll BreakfastsTunis, Carthage and Sidi Bou Said toursAll AccommodationAll Ground TransportationEl Jem, Matmata, Chebika, Tamerza and Ong Jemal excursions /Kairouan city visitWestern Guide (Josh / Johnny or both)
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Not IncludedLunch and DinnersInternational AirfareTravel InsuranceVisas
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🏜️ The Timeless Sahara of Djanet
Towering sandstone arches, endless golden dunes, and ancient rock art make Djanet one of the Sahara’s greatest treasures. We’ll wander through landscapes that feel more like another planet than Earth—where every sunrise and sunset somehow tops the last.
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🌉 The Bridges of Constantine
We’ll cross soaring bridges, wander through historic streets, and take in breathtaking views around every corner in a place unlike anywhere else in the country.
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🌊 Discover the Charm of Algiers
With its whitewashed buildings, bustling cafés, and sweeping Mediterranean views, Algiers is where North African, Ottoman, and French influences come together. We’ll wander through historic streets, soak up the atmosphere, and experience the vibrant heart of modern Algeria.
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🏛️ The Mountain Ruins of Djemila
Hidden in the hills of northern Algeria, Djemila is a stunning Roman city where crumbling temples, grand arches, and intricate mosaics tell stories from nearly 2,000 years ago. It’s one of those places that quietly leaves a lasting impression.
DAY 1: Tunis
DAY 2: Tunis, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said + overnight in Sousse
Explore the UNESCO-listed Medina of Tunis before visiting the ancient ruins of Carthage and the beautiful blue-and-white clifftop village of Sidi Bou Said. Afterwards, continue south to Sousse for the night.
🏨 Sleep: Sousse
DAY 3: El Jem, Matmata + overnight in a Berber camp
DAY 4: Douz, Tozeur, Chebika, Tamerza + Ong Jemal
DAY 5: Kairouan + return to Tunis
DAY 6: Departure
The adventure finishes in Tunis, with onward travel or departure arrangements depending on your schedule.