EXCURSION TO MATMATA AND CHENINI FROM GABÈS

Excursion from Gabès to Chenini- Chenini village

TOUR FROM GABÈS TO MATMATA AND CHENINI - DISCOVER THE BERBER REGION

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or residence in Gabès.

You will board a comfortable 4x4 vehicle for your full-day excursion.

Your first stop is Matmata, a famous village known for its troglodyte houses carved into the ground.
You’ll explore these unique homes and learn about the local way of life.

Next, visit Ksar Hallouf, an ancient Berber fortress on a hill, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding desert and oases.

Continue to Ksar Hadada, a fortified village featured in the Star Wars films.

Walk through the historic setting and relive the cinematic atmosphere.

After a traditional lunch in Guermassa, you will visit Chenini, a picturesque hilltop village with stunning stone houses and Berber architecture.

Finally, explore the Ksar of Médenine, a historic citadel that once served as a commercial and defensive stronghold.

After a day full of discoveries, return to Gabès with unforgettable memories of southern Tunisia.

Detailed program of the Berber excursion from Gabès:

Departure from your place of stay for Matmata:

You will be picked up from your hotel or place of stay in Gabès at 7:30 a.m. and you will leave in a 4X4 towards Matmata.

Visit of Matmata and the troglodyte houses:

Once you arrive in Matmata, you will have the opportunity to visit the region's emblematic troglodyte houses.
You will be able to explore these unique underground dwellings and learn more about the inhabitants' way of life.

Visit to Ksar Hallouf:

You will continue your excursion by visiting Ksar Hallouf, an ancient Berber fortress perched on a hill.
You can admire the panoramic view of the surroundings and discover the typical architecture of the region.

Visit to Ksar Hadada, Star Wars setting:

You will continue your visit by going to Ksar Hadada, which served as a setting in the films of the Star Wars saga.
You will have the opportunity to explore the sets used in these famous films and relive the iconic scenes.

Lunch in a restaurant in the village of Guermassa:

You will have a lunch break in a traditional restaurant located in the village of Guermassa.
You can taste local dishes and savor Berber cuisine while enjoying the village atmosphere.

Guided tour of the hilltop village of Chenini:

After lunch you will explore the hilltop village of Chenini.
Accompanied by a local guide, you will discover the picturesque alleys, stone houses and traditional Berber architecture. You will learn more about the history and culture of this authentic village.

Visit to the Ksar of Medenine:

You will also visit the Ksar of Medenine, an ancient fortified citadel which bears witness to the history of the region.
You will be able to explore stone structures, underground passages and learn more about daily life in this ancient stronghold.

Return to your place of stay in Gabès:

After a day full of discoveries, you will be returned to your place of stay in Gabès at the end of the day, with unforgettable memories of your Berber excursion.

This excursion will allow you to discover the emblematic sites of the region, delve into Berber history and culture, and enjoy spectacular landscapes throughout your day.

PRICES FOR THE MAMATA AND CHENINI EXCURSION DEPARTING FROM GABÈS

For 5 people, price per person	80 €
For 4 people, price per person	95 €
For 3 people, price per person	125 €
For 2 people, price per person	180 €

The price includes:

Private 4x4 transport.
Lunch.
The services of an ONTT* approved guide.
Entrance fees to visits included in the program.

Excluded from the price:

National or international flights.
The drinks.
Optional extra activities.
Tips and personal purchases.

*Tunisian National Tourist Office

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