2-DAY BERBER TOUR: TATAOUINE, CHENINI & TROGLODYTE VILLAGES
This private 2-day Berber tour through the Tataouine region takes you to discover Chenini, Matmata, Dahar ksour, troglodyte villages and Southern Tunisia’s Berber traditions.

2-DAY TOUR THROUGH SOUTHERN TUNISIA’S BERBER REGION
Discover the Berber region of Southern Tunisia over 2 days, between troglodyte villages, fortified ksour, Dahar landscapes and ancestral traditions.
This private 4x4 tour takes you through Matmata, Toujane, Chenini, Tataouine, Ksar Ouled Soltane and Medenine, with an overnight stay in a traditional troglodyte accommodation.
An ideal immersive experience to discover the authentic South of Tunisia in a different way, far from the classic routes.
WHY CHOOSE A 2-DAY BERBER TOUR IN SOUTHERN TUNISIA?
Unlike day trips, this 2-day Berber experience allows you to fully explore the Berber villages of the Dahar region, understand the history of Tunisia’s ksour and discover lesser-known landscapes.
You will enjoy an immersive experience including:
✔ Troglodyte villages
✔ Historic ksour
✔ Local gastronomy
✔ Traditional accommodation
✔ Encounters with Berber culture
PRICES OF THE 2-DAY BERBER TOUR
For 5 people, price per person | €180 |
For 4 people, price per person | €205 |
For 3 people, price per person | €255 |
For 2 people, price per person | €325 |
Included:
✔ Private transportation
✔ Official ONTT licensed guide
✔ Meals from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 2
✔ Overnight stay in troglodyte accommodation
✔ Visits included in the itinerary
Not included:
✘ Flights
✘ Drinks
✘ Optional activities
✘ Tips and personal expenses
*Tunisian National Tourist Office
2-DAY BERBER TOUR PROGRAM
Day 1
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Pick-up at at your accommodation at 7:30 a.m.
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Departure for Matmata.
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Photo stops along the way.
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Visit to the troglodyte houses of Matmata.
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Lunch at a local's house.
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Visit to the village of Toujane.
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Visit to Ksar Hallouf.
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Visit to Ksar Jouamaa.
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Visit to the Hadada ksar.
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Dinner and overnight stay in a cave hotel.
Day 2
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Departure for the city of Tataouine and free time.
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Visit to Ksar Ouled Soltane.
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Guided tour of the village of Chenini.
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Lunch in a typical restaurant in the village of Guermassa.
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Visit to the Ksar of Medenine.
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Return to Djerba and drop-off at your accommodation at the end of the afternoon
BERBER KSOUR: A UNIQUE HERITAGE OF SOUTHERN TUNISIA
The ksour of Southern Tunisia are ancient collective granaries once used to store cereals, olives and food supplies.
With nearly 150 ksour recorded between Matmata and Tataouine, these constructions represent a major part of Berber heritage.
Some contain hundreds of ghorfas, storage rooms designed for preserving food over long periods.
WHO IS THIS BERBER TOUR FOR?
This tour is ideal for:
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travellers seeking cultural immersion
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lovers of Berber villages
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history enthusiasts
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families
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travellers wishing to discover Southern Tunisia beyond classic desert tour
NO TIME FOR 2 DAYS?
If you only have one day to discover the Berber region, also explore:
A private excursion ideal for discovering Southern Tunisia’s iconic Berber villages in one day.
LOOKING FOR A LONGER IMMERSION IN SOUTHERN TUNISIA?
A more complete experience including desert, oasis, Tozeur and Sahara landscapes.
SITES DISCOVERED DURING YOUR BERBER TOUR
MATMATA AND ITS TROGLODYTE HOUSES
Discover the famous underground homes built to protect Berber populations from extreme temperatures.
Matmata is also famous for having served as a filming location for Star Wars.
TAMEZRET & LUNCH WITH LOCALS
Stop in a traditional Berber village where you will share an authentic meal.
A unique opportunity to discover Southern Tunisia’s culinary traditions.
TOUJANE: MOUNTAIN BERBER VILLAGE
Perched on the hills, Toujane offers:
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traditional architecture
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Berber craftsmanship
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panoramic views
KSAR HALLOUF & KSAR JOUAMAA
Discover ancient fortified granaries that reflect the ancestral way of life of Dahar populations.
KSAR HADADA & OVERNIGHT STAY IN TROGLODYTE ACCOMMODATION
Spend your first evening in traditional troglodyte accommodation for a complete immersion into Berber culture.
TATAOUINE AND ITS MARKET
Free discovery of Tataouine and its local souk (market).
KSAR OULED SOLTANE
Considered one of Tunisia’s most impressive ksour, famous for its multi-level ghorfas.
CHENINI: AN ICONIC BERBER VILLAGE
A hilltop village overlooking the Dahar mountains.
Chenini is famous for:
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troglodyte dwellings
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ancient mosque
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panoramic views

