Tunisia · Film Location Tours

2-Day Tozeur and Matmata Tour from Djerba with Star Wars Sites

2 Days Round trip from Tozeur Easy pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cross Chott Djerid, the largest salt flat in North Africa
  • 02 Discover Chebika mountain oasis and the canyons of Midès
  • 03 Visit the iconic Star Wars film sets of Mos Espa and Ong Jmal
  • 04 Enjoy sunset over the dunes with tea overlooking the Nefta Basket
  • 05 Explore Matmata's underground homes and the Berber village of Tamazret

Explore southern Tunisia from Djerba on a 2-day journey through Tozeur, the mountain oases, Douz, Tamazret, Matmata, and Toujane. Cross Chott Djerid, the largest salt flat in North Africa, visit Chebika and Midès, and discover the Star Wars scenery of Mos Espa and Ong Jmal. Stroll through Tozeur's old medina and souks, then continue to Douz for desert views and optional camel or quad riding. The tour also takes you into Berber culture with stops in Tamazret and Matmata, famous for its underground homes.

Cross Chott Djerid, the largest salt flat in North Africa, visit Chebika and Midès, and discover the Star Wars scenery of Mos Espa and Ong Jmal.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Matmata, Douz, Tozeur, Djerba, Nafta
Languages Arabic, English, French, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Oases, Canyons, Desert Scenery and Troglodyte Villages

Day 1 - Oases, Canyons & Star Wars Scenery

  • Early ferry from Djerba to El Hamma.

  • Photo stop at Chott Djerid salt flat.

  • Visit Chebika and Midès mountain oases.

  • Traditional lunch in a local guesthouse.

  • Cross Chott El Gharsa to reach Mos Espa, a Star Wars set.

  • Sunset over the dunes, followed by tea with a view of the Nefta Basket.

  • Overnight stay near Tozeur.

Day 2 - Culture, Desert & Troglodyte Villages

  • Breakfast and a guided walk through Tozeur medina and souks.

  • Visit Douz for the local market, with optional camel or quad riding.

  • Lunch at a traditional restaurant.

  • Explore Tamazret, a Berber village.

  • Discover Matmata and its underground homes, another Star Wars location.

  • Final stop at scenic Toujane before returning to Djerba.

Chott Djerid salt flat, Chebika and Midès oases, Mos Espa Star Wars set, Matmata underground homes

Where this trip takes you

Chott Djerid salt flat, Chebika and Midès oases, Mos Espa Star Wars set, Matmata underground homes

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tozeur 5 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off from your location
  • Guide services
  • Driver services
  • Night at a 4-star hotel
  • Breakfast
  • 2 lunches
  • Dinner

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
  • Drinks

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • Sunglasses, hat & sunscreen

  • Light jacket for evening

  • Water bottle

  • Camera or phone

  • ID or passport

  • Cash for extras (souvenirs, drinks)

  • Small backpack

Know before you go

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • Sunglasses, hat & sunscreen

  • Light jacket for evening

  • Water bottle

  • Camera or phone

  • ID or passport

  • Cash for extras (souvenirs, drinks)

  • Small backpack

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Djerba - Houmt Souk, Tunisie
Tour start
Tozeur, Tunisie
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Tozeur.

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