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Mides Canyon, Tunisia

Mides Canyon, Tunisia: Our most recommended tours and activities

Tozeur: Chebika, Tamerza, Mides and Star Wars Day-Trip

1. Tozeur: Chebika, Tamerza, Mides and Star Wars Day-Trip

Start your visit with the Dune Sea, the Krayt Dragon Ridge, and the location of the Lars Family Homestead exterior on the Chott El Jerid. The location was also used in Attack of the Clones and the final shot for Revenge of the Sith. Continue across Mides and travel to the 'Star Wars Canyon’ where 9 scenes were filmed including when the Jawas were attacked and the scenes with the Tusken Raiders. Head to Nefta and travel to the Mos Espa film site beautifully located amongst the Sahara dunes. Here you'll find the Pod-racing arena, the Mos Espa streets, Watto’s shop, and Sebulba’s Café. East of the set, you will find the Yardangs, where the Jedi fight between Qui-Gon and Darth Maul in Episode I was filmed. It was also the location of the Queen’s Royal Starship. Close by is Ong Jemel ‘the neck of the camel’ where Darth Maul arrives on Tatooine and releases the Sith Probes. After finding Anakin and Qui-Gon, Darth Maul is seen flying over the cliffs.

Tunis: 3-Day Sahara Explorer Guided Tour w/ Meals & Transfer

2. Tunis: 3-Day Sahara Explorer Guided Tour w/ Meals & Transfer

1st day (El Jem – Tozeur) Tour starts with a pickup from Tunis, Hammamet or Sousse to visit El Jem (Thysdrus) to visit the Roman amphitheater, the third biggest & the best-preserved one in the Roman world. Continue to Tozeur Check-in for 1-night accommodation in Tozeur (**** 4 Stars Hotel) DINNER at the hotel 2nd day (Tamerza - Chebika - Mides - Douz - Sahara Desert) BREAKFAST at the hotel then departure to Visit Chebika Waterfalls Visit of Tamerza Waterfalls Visit Mides (Canyons) Visit of Ong jemel Star Wars desert set Continue to Tozeur for LUNCH Departure from Tozeur to Douz by a private 4×4 vehicle with a stop at the (Salt Lake) (Chott el Djerid) Your adventure starts with an amazing view, changing from lands of green palms to dunes of golden sand Continue through the huge charming dunes Having a delicious DINNER at the camping and enjoying the night drumming around the campfire Check-in for 1-night accommodation in Douz (Sahara Desert Camp) 3rd day (Douz - Matmata - Tunis) BREAKFAST at the camping then departure to Matmata for Underground Troglodyte Visit then LUNCH in Matmata Transfer to Tunis, Hammamet or Sousse Drop off at the selected hotel or location. {END OF TOUR}

Tozeur: 2-Day Desert Overnight Stay in a Tent & Camel Trek

3. Tozeur: 2-Day Desert Overnight Stay in a Tent & Camel Trek

Day 1: After an early departure from your accommodation, embark on an oasis adventure with an overnight stay in a tent. The first stop will the Chebika Oasis, where you’ll visit an old village, stroll through the mountain landscapes, and discover hidden freshwater sources that spring from the side of the mountain.    Continue to Tamerza and pass by the massive waterfall before wandering through the magnificent canyons of Mides. In the afternoon, savor a local lunch at a homestay. Then, cross the famous salt lake of Chott Djerid towards the town of Douz, also known as the ‘gateway to the Sahara.’ With more than 5000 square kilometers, Chott Djerid is considered to be the largest chott in northern Africa. In Douz, visit the local market before heading to the sandy village of Sabria. Here, experience the dunes on camelback and watch the sunset change the color of the sand. Reach your desert camp before nightfall and enjoy an authentic desert night with a campfire and a demonstration of sand bread preparation under the stars. Savor dinner and enjoy an overnight stay in a tent. Day 2: Following breakfast, return to Douz, where you’ll have the possibility to join a quad or ULM ride that you can book onsite with local providers. After some leisure time, depart for Tozeur with a stop in Kebelli where you’ll enjoy a midday meal. Then, drive to Souk Lahad to visit the hot water castle and watch the cooling system for irrigation water that comes out of the ground to irrigate the palm groves of the region. Finally, visit the petrified sand dunes of Debebcha, a unique fossilized landscape shaped in the form of dunes before returning to your hotel in Tozeur, where your driver and guide bids you farewell.

Tunisia: 5-Day Private Discovery Tour

4. Tunisia: 5-Day Private Discovery Tour

Discover the highlights of Tunisia in this comprehensive private 5-day tour. Relax, as your meals and accommodation throughout the tour are catered for including delicious traditional breakfasts and lunches and dinners in various stunning locations.  On the first day, you will be picked up from your hotel in Tunisia and will visit 'El Jem', a well-preserved Roman amphitheater. You will then head to Kairouan to visit the 9th century Aghlabid basins and then head on to marvel at the spectacular Grand Mosque, the oldest in North Africa. Your expert guide will provide an overview of the history and Tunisian traditions and you will spend the night in Tozeur.  On the second day, you will visit the breathtakingly beautiful Chebika and Tamerza waterfalls before heading to see the natural spectacle of the Mides Canyons. In the afternoon, Head to the desert, where you can see the movie set where they filmed star wars - perfect for any film fans! Afterward, you will head to Douz with a stop to view the salt lake on the way. At Douz, you can see the famous winding lanes of the souk markets and enjoy an optional camel or quad bike tour through the desert sands.  The third day is for heading into the Sahara desert, an incredible arid landscape full of tall dunes. Enjoy lunch looking out over the plains before checking in to the luxury desert campsite. The evening here will be spent enjoying delicious traditional food and listening to drumming as you warm yourself around the campfire.  On the fourth day of the trip, you will head to Matmata to visit the 'Troglodyte' Berber town. Here you can see the famous underground structures where many people still reside today. Continue onwards to  Ksar Hadada to visit the ancient castle there before stopping by Chenini to visit the '7th Asleep' mosque and museum. You will then spend a restful evening in Tataouine.  The last day will involve you indulging in some shopping at the winding Jara Souk where you can purchase some souvenirs from this amazing trip. You will be dropped back at your hotel, satisfied in the knowledge that you have truly discovered the real Tunisia. 

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