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2-DAY TOZEUR PRIVATE TOUR FROM DJERBA
Discover Tozeur, the mountain oases, Ong Jmel and Matmata in 2 days
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✔ Departure from your hotel
✔ Private tour
✔ 4-Star Hotel
✔ Local guide
✔ Flexible cancellation
From €215 per person
Why choose this 2-day Tozeur tour from Djerba?
Would you like to discover Tozeur, the breathtaking Mountain Oases, the spectacular Chott El Jerid, the famous Star Wars filming locations at Ong Jmel, as well as Douz and Matmata, without spending several days travelling across southern Tunisia?
This private 2-day tour from Djerba has been carefully designed to offer the perfect balance between comfort, authentic experiences and unforgettable landscapes.
During just two days, you will cross the largest salt lake in Tunisia, explore the beautiful mountain oases of Chebika and Tamerza, admire a spectacular sunset over the dunes of Ong Jmel, spend the night in a comfortable 4-star hotel in Tozeur, then continue towards Douz, known as the Gateway to the Sahara, before discovering Matmata, famous for its underground troglodyte houses and iconic Star Wars filming locations.
Travelling in a private air-conditioned vehicle with your own experienced local guide allows you to enjoy every stop at your own pace, far from the crowds and fixed schedules of large group tours.
Whether you are passionate about photography, desert landscapes, Berber culture or Star Wars, this itinerary offers one of the most complete short tours available from Djerba.
Tour Highlights
✔ 100% Private Tour
✔ Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
✔ Chott El Jerid Salt Lake
✔ Chebika Mountain Oasis
✔ Tamerza Mountain Oasis
✔ Ong Jmel & Mos Espa
✔ Sunset
✔ 4★ Ksar Jerid Hotel
✔ Douz – Gateway to the Sahara
✔ Matmata
✔ Sidi Idriss Star Wars Hotel
✔ Licensed Local Guide
Day 1 – Djerba • Chott El Jerid • Tozeur • Mountain Oases • Ong Jmel
Your adventure begins with hotel pick-up at 6:30 am from your accommodation in Djerba.
Leaving the island behind, you head towards southern Tunisia and the spectacular Chott El Jerid, the country's largest salt lake. This unique landscape stretches for more than 5,000 km² and offers one of the most impressive photo opportunities in Tunisia.
After crossing the salt flats, you arrive in Tozeur, the capital of the Tunisian oases. Following check-in at the comfortable 4-star Ksar Jerid Hotel, you will enjoy lunch before setting off to explore the region's most famous natural sites.
Your afternoon is dedicated to the breathtaking Mountain Oases of Chebika and Tamerza. Nestled between dramatic canyons and rocky cliffs, these ancient villages are famous for their crystal-clear springs, palm groves and spectacular desert scenery.
Later in the afternoon, you continue to Ong Jmel, one of the highlights of the journey. T
his remarkable desert landscape is home to the legendary Mos Espa Star Wars film set, where several scenes from The Phantom Menace and Attack of the Clones were filmed.
As the day comes to an end, you'll witness a magnificent sunset over the Sahara, before stopping at the famous Nefta Basket viewpoint, offering panoramic views across one of Tunisia's largest palm groves.
Return to your hotel.
Dinner.
Overnight stay at Ksar Jerid Hotel**.
Day 2 – Tozeur • Douz • Matmata • Djerba
After breakfast, you begin the day with a stroll through the charming Medina of Tozeur, famous for its traditional brick architecture found nowhere else in Tunisia.
Your journey then continues towards Douz, often referred to as the Gateway to the Sahara.
Here you will discover the traditional irrigation system that has supplied the oasis for centuries before enjoying free time to explore the town and its local market.
Optional Activities
• Quad Bike Adventure – €30 per person (45 minutes)
• Camel Ride – €15 per person (40 minutes)
Following lunch at a local restaurant, you travel to Matmata, one of Tunisia's most fascinating Berber regions.
You will visit an authentic troglodyte house, carved directly into the rock and still inhabited today, before discovering the famous Hotel Sidi Idriss, internationally known as Luke Skywalker's home in the original Star Wars films.
After this final visit, you return comfortably to Djerba where your guide will drop you off at your hotel at the end of an unforgettable two-day adventure.
Why You'll Love This Tour
Unlike standard coach excursions, this experience is designed for travellers looking for comfort, flexibility and authentic encounters.
Travelling privately allows you to stop whenever you wish, enjoy each location at your own pace and experience Southern Tunisia without the rush of large organised groups.
From the spectacular salt lake of Chott El Jerid to the lush mountain oases, the golden dunes of Ong Jmel, the palm groves of Douz and the fascinating troglodyte villages of Matmata, this itinerary brings together the very best of Southern Tunisia in just two unforgettable days.
Other possible departure points for this 2-day Tozeur tour: Zarzis, Gabès
YOUR 2-DAY TOZEUR TOUR ITINERARY
PHOTO GALLERY OF THE TOUR
PRICES FOR THE 2-DAY TOZEUR TOUR FROM DJERBA
For 5 people, price per person | €215 |
For 4 people, price per person | €255 |
For 3 people, price per person | €315 |
For 2 people, price per person | €410 |
The price includes:
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Private Transport: comfortable 4x4 or a vehicle adapted to the size of your group, exclusively for you.
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Official Guide: ONTT-approved driver-guide, specialist in South Tunisia.
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Full board: from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 2, including dinner at the camp.
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Accommodation: overnight stay in a 4* hotel (Ksar Jerid).
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All visits mentioned in the program.
The following are excluded from the price:
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Domestic or international flights
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Beverages other than water.
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Optional extra activities.
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Tips and personal purchases.
*Tunisian National Tourist Office
Practical information
Duration: 2 days
Departure: Djerba
Return: Djerba
Type: Private tour
Languages: French • English • German • Italian
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I visit Tozeur in 2 days?
Yes. This private 2-day tour allows you to discover Tozeur's main attractions, including the spectacular Mountain Oases, Ong Jmel, Douz and Matmata, while enjoying an overnight stay in a comfortable 4-star hotel.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. This tour is 100% private. You will travel exclusively with your own licensed guide, private vehicle and driver.
Is the hotel included?
Yes. The tour includes one night at the 4-star Ksar Jerid Hotel, as well as full board from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 2.
Can I go quad biking or ride a camel?
Yes. These optional activities are available in Douz and can be booked and paid for directly on-site.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes. Families are welcome, and we can provide baby seats and booster seats upon request.
What is the best time of year to take this tour?
This tour operates all year round. However, the most pleasant weather conditions are generally from October to May.
How can I book this tour?
You can book online or contact us directly via WhatsApp or email. Our team will be happy to assist you.
Ready to discover Southern Tunisia?
Experience two unforgettable days through spectacular desert landscapes, mountain oases and authentic Berber villages.
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This private tour is ideal for discovering southern Tunisia without rushing.
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