Le massif du Dahar en VTT dans le Dahar, au départ de Djerba

Upon arrival at Djerba-Zarzis Airport, a warm welcome awaits you: smiles, the first scents of jasmine, and the golden light of the South. You will then be transferred to the charming town of Houmt Souk, the beating heart of the island, where whitewashed alleys and blue shutters tell centuries of history. Check-in at a boutique hotel nestled in the old town — a peaceful haven with traditional décor, perfect for settling in and starting to dream of the desert. In the evening, savor a dinner infused with local flavors, in a soft and serene atmosphere. Your first night on Tunisian soil… lulled by the distant echoes of the sea and the whisper of the wind through the palm trees.

Transfer by vehicle to Matmata, famous for its lunar landscapes and unique troglodyte dwellings. Upon arrival, meet your guide and set off by bike for an immersive journey into Berber culture. Visit a traditional troglodyte home, carved into the rock, a living testimony to architecture adapted to the arid climate of southern Tunisia. Continue with a visit to the iconic Sidi Driss Hotel, a famous Star Wars filming location where fans will recognize Luke Skywalker’s childhood home on the planet Tatooine. Then, cycle toward Toujane, following quiet roads and trails winding through mountains, valleys, olive groves, and fig trees. Along the way, discover ancient agricultural techniques still used today to cultivate in this dry environment. Enjoy a picnic lunch amid the fields, surrounded by a peaceful natural setting. In the afternoon, continue to the Berber village of Toujane, perched on a mountainside. Take a scenic break to admire the spectacular view, followed by a visit to the village, known for its stone alleys and local crafts. Overnight stay with half-board in a traditional guesthouse, for a warm and authentic evening.

Departure to Zmerten to visit a traditions museum. Then, head to Kef Ennsoura, the highest peak of the Dahar at 713 meters, to explore World War II fortifications and enjoy panoramic views over the Jfara plain. Descend more than 300 meters from the Dahar plateau down to the Jfara plain. Picnic lunch. Cross a canyon to reach the oasis of Ksar Hallouf, followed by an ascent to Zammour. Check-in for dinner and overnight stay in a local guesthouse. Distance: 50 km Elevation gain: 710 m Difficulty: moderate

Departure towards Oued El Khil. Visit Ksar Zammour and ascend Mont Mzenzen, then descend towards Ksar Joamaa. Visit a geological site containing dinosaur fossils at Ksar Kherachfa. Picnic lunch. Arrival at Oued El Khil. Visit a permaculture farm. Dinner and overnight stay at the farm. Distance: 50 km Elevation gain: 650 m Difficulty: moderate

Departure by bike towards Ghomrassen. Visit a geological site rich in marine fossils, sponges, and corals. Arrival at Ksar Haddada and visit the Star Wars filming location. Pass through the Beni Ghedir valley to discover dinosaur footprints on a petrified Jurassic-era beach. Picnic lunch. Visit prehistoric caves at Insefri and set up camp. Evening with music around the campfire. Overnight under tents. Distance: 74 km Elevation gain: +800 m Difficulty: Moderate

Traditional and typical breakfast in Ghomrassen. Departure by bike to visit Ksar Mourabitine, one of the most beautiful ksour in southern Tunisia, with dinosaur footprints and Jurassic fossil layers. Continue to the Marbah Lasfar geological site to discover the fossil forest, home to a unique collection of fossil plants in the world. Continue to the Berber village of Guermessa, known as the ghost village, and discover its hidden treasures. Dinner around the campfire. Astrophotography evening. Overnight under tents. Distance: 85 km Elevation gain: +800 m Difficulty: difficult

After an energizing breakfast, you hop on your bikes to cross the Limes Tripolitanus, the Roman Empire’s frontier marked by Esskifa, a passage between two mountains that separated Romanized lands from the Barbarian territories. Picnic lunch. You continue along a trail crossing a pastoral plain, meeting shepherds and their flocks of sheep, until you reach the first dunes at the edge of the desert. Settle in for dinner and overnight in a camp with Bedouin tents. Enjoy an evening enlivened by the melodies of Arabic flutes. Cycling distance: 50 km Elevation loss: 300 m Difficulty: moderate

Departure by bike to the Saharan oasis of Ksar Ghilane. Free time for a swim in the hot spring or optional activities such as quad biking or camel rides. Lunch at a local restaurant on the edge of the dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental. Settle in for dinner and overnight in a Saharan camp at the oasis. Cycling distance: 50 km Elevation loss: 150 m Difficulty: moderate

Meet your driver. Drive towards Djerba. Cross the Roman causeway. Check-in at a 4-star all-inclusive beachfront hotel.

After these days filled with discoveries and emotions, it’s time to say goodbye to the island of a thousand lights. In the morning, you will be gently transferred to Djerba-Zarzis Airport. It’s a moment to reflect on the grand desert landscapes, the Saharan starry skies, and the legendary Star Wars sites you explored. Our team will carefully assist you with departure formalities, ensuring this final step unfolds smoothly and peacefully. May this journey leave a bright flame within you, like a sparkling star in the vast galaxy, until your next adventure.