1-Month Tunisia Trip: Live the Culture
Spend four transformative weeks in Tunisia, where travel becomes a way of life. This isn’t just a tour—it’s a cultural immersion designed to help you slow down, connect deeply, and experience daily life through the eyes of the local community. From language learning and shared meals to desert adventures and coastal serenity, this journey offers space to grow, reflect, and belong.
Trip Highlights
- Settle into La Marsa, your coastal home base
- Participate in weekly Arabic classes and cultural workshops
- Build relationships through community activities and local partnerships
- Explore Carthage, Kairouan, El Jem, Douz, Matmata, and Djerba
- Experience desert camping, ATV rides, and artisan markets
- Enjoy balanced free time for personal discovery and rest
Weeks 1–3:
Settle into La Marsa
Your first three weeks are based in the coastal town of La Marsa, where you’ll find yourself blending into daily life while exploring Tunisia’s rich history and culture.
Cultural Immersion Activities:
- La Marsa Tour – Get to know your home base through local eyes.
- Carthage Tour – Walk through the ancient ruins where empires rose and fell.
- La Medina Tour – Navigate the vibrant heart of Tunis’s old city.
- Sidi Bou Said Tour – Wander the blue-and-white village streets and savor sweet bambalouni pastries.
- Cooking Workshops – Learn traditional recipes from Tunisian chefs.
- Arabic Calligraphy Workshop – Create art with one of the Arab world’s most beautiful traditions.
- Traditional Tunisian Dance Workshop – Move to the rhythms of North Africa.
- Visit to Bardo Museum – Marvel at world-famous Roman mosaics and archaeological treasures.
- Art Gallery Visits – Experience Tunisia’s dynamic contemporary art scene.
- Market Tours and Souk Exploration – Practice your Arabic and your bargaining skills.
Language and Community:
- Tunisian Arabic Classes – Build skills to connect deeper with the community.
- Cultural Workshops – Engage with local traditions, from music to crafts.
Evenings:
- Free time each night between 5–7 PM to rest or reflect, followed by shared dinners from 7–9 PM.
Weekend Excursions: New Horizons Every Friday–Saturday
- Kairouan, El Jem & Mahdia – Visit the Great Mosque, roam Roman ruins, and relax in a coastal medina.
- Kelibia – Discover one of Tunisia’s best-kept seaside secrets.
- Bizerte – Explore Tunisia’s charming northern port city.
Week 4:
Adventure South
The final week takes you on an epic journey south, through deserts, villages, and islands.
Saharan Adventures:
- Travel to Douz – Known as the “Gateway to the Sahara.”
- Visit Nefzewa Academy – Connect with local students and learn about life at the edge of the desert.
- Salt Lake Exploration – Witness the shimmering expanse of Chott el Jerid.
- ATV Trip at Sunset – Ride across the dunes and sleep under a canopy of stars.
Berber Heritage and Coastal Beauty:
- Matmata – Visit troglodyte homes and the Star Wars film site.
- Djerba Island – Immerse yourself in faith and artistry:
- Mosque Fadhloun
- El Ghriba Synagogue
- Street Art Tour of Djerbahood
- Houmt Souk and Midoun Shopping Tours
Return to Tunis: Wrap up your journey with reflections and farewells before departure.
This Isn’t Just a Trip—It’s a New Chapter
Perfect for families, students on a gap year, or any traveler seeking more than a vacation. This 1-month journey gives space to form relationships, grow in understanding, and walk away transformed.
