Tunisia: The trace of cinema
Immerse yourself in an epic 8-day, 7-night cinematic journey in Tunisia with UGOTRAVEL. From the storied streets of Tunis to the tranquil beaches of Hammamet, explore a land where iconic Star Wars film locations mingle with the dramatic landscapes of the Taurus Mountains. Venture into the mysterious troglodyte dwellings of Matmata and witness the immensity of the salt plains. Each destination promises an adventure, from camel rides in Douz to the ancient grandeur of Kairouan's Great Mosque. Experience the allure of Tunisia's natural and cinematic wonders, where every day is a scene in your unforgettable travel story. Join UGOTRAVEL and create your own story in one of cinema's most enchanting settings.
Included / Excluded
To give you a better idea of our tour packages, we've drawn up a list of the services included in the price of the trip and those that are not, so that you can take a closer look.
- All transfers
- Vehicle and driver
- Accommodation 7 nights in 4* hotels
- Accommodation: Charming hotel in Cappadocia and overnight in a bungalow in Taurus.
- Programmed visits
- French-speaking guide
- Flight France/Tunis/France
- The drinks
- Personal expenses
Map
This detailed map is designed to guide you through an exciting journey, filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences.
Itinerary
We have carefully planned each day to give you the best possible experience. From exploring historic sites to sampling delicious local cuisine, every day is filled with adventure and excitement. Join us on a journey through some of the world's most fascinating destinations.
- Welcome at Tunis airport
- Transfer to Hammamet
- Check-in at Hotel MENARA 4*.
Dinner and overnight at hotelTunisia is a small state in North Africa. Thanks to its unique geographical location, Tunisia boasts the kind of enchanting landscapes that make it one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations.
In Tunisia, you can see the Sahara desert, but also beautiful oases and the sea.
- Breakfast at hotel, check out
- Departure for Matmata
- Lunch at Sidi Driss, Lars’s Star Wars farm
- Transfer to Douz. Desert camel ride (optional)
Matamata is a small village in the east of Douz, set among deserts and hills.
This village is famous for being one of the filming locations for Star Wars, and also for its caves. Inhabitants settle in cave houses in the hills, which give the village a mysterious and exotic appearance.
Douz is a town in southern Tunisia, known as the “Gateway to the Sahara”.
Until recently, it was an important stopover for caravans on their journeys between the Sahara and northern Tunisia. Now it’s a popular destination for many tourists.
Dinner and overnight stay à Hotel SAHARA 4*
- Breakfast at hotel, check out
- Départ pour Chott El Jerid, séance de photos
- Transfer to Tozeur, lunch
- Afternoon departure for Ong Jemel, filming location for Star Wars
- Transfer to Tozeur. Horse-drawn carriage ride in the palm grove (optional)
The Chott El Jerid is the world’s largest salt plain, covering some 5,000 km². It lies between the Cherb mountain range to the north and the desert to the south, and is linked to the Chott Fejaj to the east.
This immense plain amazes tourists with its magnificent scenery.
The site of Ong Jemel takes its name from a rock formation in the shape of a camel’s neck, and is known as one of the filming locations for Star Wars.
Tozeur is a Tunisian town on the edge of the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert. It’s home to a splendid 2,000-hectare palm grove, an excellent place to stroll and take photos.
Dinner and overnight at Hotel RAS EL AÏN 4*
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Departure for Tamerza, filming location of LePatient Anglais
- Departure for the oases of the Chebika and Midès mountains
- Lunch. Back to Tozeur. Afternoon free
Tamerza is a mountain oasis in west-central Tunisia, the largest mountain oasis in the country, and the setting for the film The English Patient.
Midès, too, is a mountain oasis in the region, which has become famous for its beautiful valleys, and in the gorge was the setting for the filming of the “Star Wars module race”.
Dinner and overnight at Hotel RAS EL AÏN 4*.
- Breakfast at the hotel. Check out
- Departure for the Red Lizard
- Lunch in Gafsa.
- Transfer to Kairouan
- Exterior visit to the Great Mosque of Kairouan
- Departure for Hammamet
Le Lézard rouge est un train touristique tunisien qui traverse les gorges de la Selja. Built at the Rouvain workshops in 1910, the train was originally reserved for transporting the bey of Tunis and his court.
Gafsa is a town in south-west Tunisia, its beautiful valleys and mountains attract crowds of visitors every year.
The Great Mosque of Kairouan is one of Tunisia’s leading mosques. Built in the 7th century, it is the oldest place of worship in the Muslim West. Thanks to its monumental architecture and its religious and historical prestige, the Great Mosque of Kairouan still occupies a special place in the urban landscape and in the imagination of Muslims.
Dinner and overnight at Hotel MENARA 4*.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Departure for “Empire Studios
- Lunch at Empire Studios
- Visit Hammamet and its medina
- Afternoon free
- Dinner in Hammamet
“Empire Studios” located on 10 hectares and where the following films were shot: Messiah, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jesus of Nazareth, 2 hours less a quarter B.C. the Morfalous, etc….
Hammamet is a seaside town in Tunisia. This town is famous for its white strike. Hammamet’s medina is well preserved, and the town’s history and culture are well presented here.
Overnight at Hotel MENARA 4*.
- Breakfast at the hotel. Check out
- Departure for Tunis. Visit the Medina of Tunis
- Lunch at La Goulette. Visit to the filming locations of Un Eté à la Goulette and Le nombril du monde
- Transfer to Carthage and Sidi Bou Said.
- Dinner in Tunis
Tunis is the largest city and capital of Tunisia. Its historic heart is the Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Medina consists of hundreds of monuments, all well-preserved: palaces, mosques and so on.
.La Goulette is a cosmopolitan town in Tunisia, home to the main port of Tunis. It was the location for the filming of Un Eté à la Goulette and Le nombril du monde.
Sidi Bou Said is a Tunisian village situated on a cliff. The village is known for its unique houses, with white walls and blue doors. Tourists consider it the most romantic village in North Africa.
Overnight at Hôtel LE GOLF 3*.
After breakfast, departure for the airport. (Depending on flight schedule)
