4-DAY STAR WARS TOUR FROM TOZEUR

MATMATA - ONG JMEL - MOS ESPA - CHENINI - KSAR HADADA - KSAR OULED SOLTANE - AJIM - SIDI JMOUR...

Star Wars Tour in Tunisia – Mos Espa Film Set in Nefta, Tatooine Planet from Star Wars

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STAR WARS TOUR FROM TOZEUR: FOLLOW THE TRAILS OF TATOOINE IN TUNISIA

Set off from Tozeur to discover the most famous Star Wars filming locations in Tunisia on a private 4-day journey through the landscapes that brought the planet Tatooine to life.

From the mountain oases and desert canyons to Mos Espa, Ong Jmel, Matmata, Chenini and Djerba, this itinerary explores the iconic locations featured in several episodes of George Lucas's legendary saga.

Designed for both film enthusiasts and travellers seeking spectacular scenery, this tour combines adventure, Berber heritage and the discovery of Tunisia’s most famous Star Wars filming sites.

WHY CHOOSE A STAR WARS TOUR FROM TOZEUR?

Tozeur is the ideal gateway to the most spectacular real Star Wars filming locations in Tunisia.

The region is home to several iconic sites used to represent the planet Tatooine, including Mos Espa, Ong Jmel, Star Wars Canyon at Sidi Bouhlel, Chott El Jerid and the mountain oases of Chebika, Tamerza and Midès.

Located on the edge of the Sahara Desert, Tozeur provides quick access to many of the saga’s most famous filming locations.

THE MAIN STAR WARS FILMING LOCATIONS VISITED DURING THE TOUR

Mos Espa

Located in the desert near Nefta, Mos Espa is one of the most famous Star Wars filming locations in Tunisia.

Built specifically for Episode I: The Phantom Menace, this legendary movie set remains a must-see destination for Star Wars fans from around the world.

Ong Jmel

Known as “The Camel Neck”, Ong Jmel offers a spectacular desert landscape that appeared in several Star Wars scenes, including the duel between Qui-Gon Jinn and Darth Maul.
The site overlooks the vast desert expanses of Chott El Gharsa.

Sidi Bouhlel canyon

Often referred to as “Star Wars Canyon”, this natural canyon was used as the setting for the Jundland Wastes in Episodes I and IV.

Chott El Jerid and the Lars Homestead

The landscapes surrounding Chott El Jerid were used to represent the area around the Lars Homestead, including the famous igloo-like entrance to Luke Skywalker’s childhood home.

Matmata and the Sidi Idriss Hotel

The troglodyte Sidi Idriss Hotel became famous for serving as the Lars family home in several Star Wars films.

Ksar Hadada

This fortified Berber granary in the Dahar region was used as the slave quarters of Mos Espa in Episode I.

Ajim and Sidi Jmour in Djerba

These two locations on the island of Djerba were used to represent Mos Eisley and Anchorhead in the Star Wars universe.

To learn more, consult our complete Tatooine guide.

PRICES FOR THE PRIVATE STAR WARS TOUR FROM TOZEUR

4-DAY STAR WARS TOUR

For 4 people, price per person	€450
For 5 people, price per person	€400
For 3 people, price per person	€540
For 2 people, price per person	€710

3-DAY STAR WARS TOUR

For 4 people, price per person	€380
For 5 people, price per person	€310
For 3 people, price per person	€455
For 2 people, price per person	€600

Included in the price :

Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or accommodation.
Private 4x4 vehicle or private minibus with driver.
Services of a licensed ONTT guide speaking English, French, German or Italian.
All transfers during the tour.
Lunches in local restaurants.
Half-board accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Tozeur (double room).
Half-board accommodation at Ksar Hadada (double troglodyte room).
Half-board accommodation at Les Jardins de Toumana Hotel in Djerba (not included in the 3-day version).
Entrance fees to all scheduled visits.

Not included :

Domestic or international flights.
Drinks other than water and beverages consumed at hotels.
Optional activities and excursions.
Personal expenses and tips.

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STAR WARS TOUR PROGRAMME FROM TOZEUR

Day 1:

Pick-up from your hotel in Tozeur at 7:30 am.
Visit the mountain oases of Tamerza, Chebika and Midès Canyon.
Lunch in Tamerza.
Visit Ong Jmel and Mos Espa, authentic Star Wars filming locations.
Explore Chott El Jerid and the famous igloo used as the Lars Homestead entrance in Episodes II, III and IV.
Return to Tozeur.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2:

Departure for Sidi Bouhlel Canyon (Star Wars Episodes I and IV).
Crossing of Chott El Jerid towards Douz.
Visit the traditional irrigation system of the palm grove.
Lunch in Douz.
One-hour camel ride through the white dunes.
Departure for Matmata.
Visit the troglodyte houses and the Sidi Idriss Hotel, used as the Lars Homestead in Episodes II and IV.
Visit Ksar Hadada (Mos Espa – Episode I).
Dinner and overnight stay at the troglodyte hotel of Ksar Hadada.

Day 3:

Departure for the Berber village of Chenini.
Guided visit of Chenini, known for its desert landscapes featured in Star Wars.
Visit Ksar Guermassa and lunch.
Visit Ksar Ouled Soltane (Mos Espa – Episode I).
Visit Ksar Médenine (Mos Espa – Episode I).
Transfer to Djerba via the Roman Causeway.
Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Djerba.

Day 4:

Departure for Ajim (Mos Eisley and Ben Kenobi's House – Episode IV).
Visit Sidi Jmour (Anchorhead and Mos Eisley – Episode IV).
Lunch in a seafood restaurant.
Return to Tozeur and drop-off at your hotel or Tozeur Airport.

FAQ – STAR WARS TOUR FROM TOZEUR

Why choose a Star Wars tour from Tozeur?

Tozeur is the gateway to the most important Star Wars filming locations in Tunisia. The region is home to Mos Espa, Ong Jmel, Sidi Bouhlel Canyon, Chott El Jerid and the mountain oases featured in several scenes of the saga.

Can I visit Mos Espa from Tozeur?

Yes. Mos Espa is located near Tozeur in the Chott El Gharsa desert. Built for Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, it remains one of the most iconic filming locations in Tunisia.

Which Star Wars locations are included in this tour?

The tour includes Mos Espa, Ong Jmel, Sidi Bouhlel Canyon, Chott El Jerid, the Sidi Idriss Hotel in Matmata, Ksar Hadada, Ksar Ouled Soltane, Chenini, Ajim and Sidi Jmour...
All Star Wars filming locations in Tunisia.

Does the tour include the mountain oases of Tozeur?

Yes. Chebika, Tamerza and Midès are included in the itinerary. Their dramatic landscapes are among the most beautiful natural sites in southern Tunisia.

Can the tour start or end at Tozeur Airport?

Yes. Pick-up and drop-off can be arranged directly at Tozeur Airport or at your hotel depending on your travel schedule.

Is this tour suitable for Star Wars fans staying in Tozeur?

Absolutely. It has been specifically designed for travellers staying in Tozeur who wish to discover the main Star Wars filming locations while exploring southern Tunisia’s oases, Berber villages and desert landscapes.

When is the best time to take this Star Wars tour?

The best period is from October to May, when temperatures are more comfortable for visiting the desert, canyons and oasis regions around Tozeur.

How long does it take to visit the main Star Wars locations around Tozeur?

Major sites such as Mos Espa, Ong Jmel, Sidi Bouhlel Canyon, Chebika, Tamerza and Midès can be visited within one or two days. This 4-day itinerary also includes Matmata, Tataouine and Djerba for a complete Star Wars experience in Tunisia.

Is the tour private?

Yes. All our Star Wars tours are fully private, with a dedicated vehicle, driver and guide. No groups are mixed together.

Why is Tozeur often associated with the planet Tatooine?

Tozeur and its surrounding desert landscapes include some of the most famous Star Wars filming locations, including Mos Espa, Ong Jmel, Chott El Gharsa and Sidi Bouhlel Canyon. These spectacular settings played a major role in creating the atmosphere of Tatooine.