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Tozeur and the mountain Oasis

5.0 · 19 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor ⏱ 3 days ✓ Free cancellation
Nefta basket

At a glance

Tozeur and the mountain Oasis is a 3 days guided experience in Gabes, Tunisia, operated by Depart Travel Services. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $1,141.85 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Accommodation 1 night in 1 4 * hotel in Tozeur, Services of a driver approved by the Tunisian Tourist Office, Lunch.

Highlights

  • Free cancellation for flexible planning
  • 13 stops in one well-planned itinerary
  • Wheelchair accessible

Quick facts

Duration
3 days
Group
Small group, up to 199 travellers
Languages
German, English, Italian, French
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation
Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

- Homestay visit to Matmata
- Visit of 3 types of desert: Chott (salt desert / Erg (sand desert) and Reg (rock desert).
- Visit of mountain oases: Chebika - Tamerza and Mides
- Visit of the biggest sets of Star Wars in Tunisia: the village Mos Espa
- Visit the basket of Nefta
- Visit of an old medina
- Visit the largest salt lake in northern Africa: Chott Djerid
- Attend two sunsets considered the most beautiful
- Spend a night in a tent
- Possibility of ride in quad or dromedary in the dunes
- Visit of the Berber village of Chenini
- Visit of the Berber village of Guermassa
- Visit of Ksar Hadada

What's included

What's included

  • Accommodation 1 night in 1 4 * hotel in Tozeur
  • Services of a driver approved by the Tunisian Tourist Office
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation 1 night in a tented camp in the desert
  • Services of a guide approved by the Tunisian Tourist Office

Not included

  • Beverages and personal expenses
  • activities and optional walks offered on site: Quad - Dromedary - Caleche ... etc
  • gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Day 1: From Djerba to Tozeur: Discover the mountain oases, Mos Espa village and the Nefta basket · 40m

    On our arrival in Chebika, you will have an appointment with a 40-minute hike with a local guide. You will discover the Berber village, the oasis and the water source

  2. Day 1: From Djerba to Tozeur: Discover the mountain oases, Mos Espa village and the Nefta basket · 20m

    At the Grand Canyon Tamerza, you will have time to walk and even to bathe if it is nice (cold water).

  3. Day 1: From Djerba to Tozeur: Discover the mountain oases, Mos Espa village and the Nefta basket · 2h

    After more than an hour of adrenaline, waterfalls in 4 * 4 and thrills, we will land in the biggest sets of the film "Star Wars" in Tunisia, the village Mos Espa ... Crossing large dunes of sand and visit the scenery ... At the top of this dune you will attend one of the most beautiful sunsets in Tunisia

  4. Day 1: From Djerba to Tozeur: Discover the mountain oases, Mos Espa village and the Nefta basket · 20m

    A short break to enjoy a good tea and enjoy the beautiful view overlooking the famous basket Nefta

  5. Day 2: The old medina, the desert gate and the night in tents · 40m

    In the labyrinth of the medina of Tozeur, you will have time to walk in its alleys with your guide. A hike of about 40 minutes during which you will travel back in time with the stories told by your guide

  6. Day 2: The old medina, the desert gate and the night in tents · 15m

    A photo break will be scheduled at the salt lake of Chott Djerid: the largest salt lake in the north of Africa with more than 5000 square km.
    Sea of chimeras and famous for the phenomenon of mirages.

  7. Day 2: The old medina, the desert gate and the night in tents · 20m

    One of the unique places where the phenomenon of petrified or consolidated sand is admired

  8. Day 2: The old medina, the desert gate and the night in tents · 1h

    Free time in the famous Douz market (Douz is the desert gate). Possibility of camel ride or quad in the dunes (optional and paid locally)

  9. Day 2: The old medina, the desert gate and the night in tents · 2h

    Oasis famous for its palm grove in the heart of the desert and for a hot spring. A unique place where the greenery of palm trees embraces the ocher color of the sand dunes that extend as far as the eye can see.

  10. Day 2: The old medina, the desert gate and the night in tents · 10h

    At the gate of the desert...Opposite the endless dunes of fine sand, settles this camp where you will witness a unique sunset and where you will spend the night

  11. Day 3: Guermessa Ksar Hadada and the return to Djerba · 30m

    Guermassa: a Berber village completely deserted (without any inhabitant) or you will visit its various components

  12. Day 3: Guermessa Ksar Hadada and the return to Djerba · 40m

    One of the most beautiful Berber villages in Tunisia where you will have a visit of about 40 minutes with a local guide

  13. Day 3: Guermessa Ksar Hadada and the return to Djerba · 30m

    One of the best preserved ksours in Tunisia and the shooting location of some scenes from the movie "Star Wars" in Tunisia

Meeting point

Wherever you are at any address in Tozeur or the surrounding area we will pick you up

Wherever you are at any address in Matmata or the surrounding area we will pick you up

Wherever you are at any address in Gabes or the surrounding area we will pick you up

Wherever you are at any address in Zarzis or the surrounding area we will pick you up

Wherever you are at any address in Djerba or the surrounding area we will pick you up

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Tozeur and the mountain Oasis take?

The experience lasts about 3 days.

How much does it cost?

Prices start from $1,141.85 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.

What's included?

Accommodation 1 night in 1 4 * hotel in Tozeur; Services of a driver approved by the Tunisian Tourist Office; Lunch; Dinner; Air-conditioned vehicle; Breakfast.

Where does it start?

Wherever you are at any address in Tozeur or the surrounding area we will pick you up Wherever you are at any address in Matmata or the surrounding area we will pick you up Wherever you are at any address in Gabes or the surrounding area we will pick you up Wherever you are at…

Can I cancel?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is guided in German, English, Italian, French.

Is it worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Gabes.

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