A journey to the heart of authentic Berber Tunisia. This excursion will take you to the Atlas Mountains to discover the captivating, clinging village of Zriba Ollya and sample its local products.
Long Description
Escape the bustling coastal town of Hammamet for a half-day trip to the heart of authentic Berber Tunisia. This excursion will take you to the Djebel Zaghouan mountains to discover the captivating, clinging village of Zriba Ollya.
Explore the mysterious ruins of this ancient, largely abandoned village, which seems suspended between heaven and earth. Uncover the secrets of its unique architecture, then experience a striking contrast by tasting local products during a convivial tasting session, bringing a touch of life to the poignant silence of the place.
Program Itinerary:
• 8:00 AM: Pick-up from your hotel or meeting point in Hammamet.
• Scenic drive. In your air-conditioned vehicle, you'll leave the coast and head inland. Your guide will introduce you to the fascinating history and enigma of Zriba Ollya's gradual abandonment.
• 9:00 AM: Arrival in Zriba Ollya. Immerse yourself immediately in the unique atmosphere of this ghost village. Explore its steep, silent alleyways, deserted cave dwellings, and stone houses huddled together, offering a poignant glimpse into a bygone way of life. The view of the surrounding mountains is breathtaking and mystical.
• 11:00 AM: A tasting experience in the heart of authenticity. A striking contrast! You will be welcomed by locals in a restored house or on a furnished terrace with breathtaking views for a convivial tasting of local products. This culinary interlude brings the place to life for a moment:
• Berber tea (with pine) or traditional coffee, served with legendary Tunisian hospitality.
• Traditional bread baked in a wood-fired oven.
• Local olive oil.
• Mountain honey with unique aromas.
• Dates and Harissa.
• 11:45 am: Free time. Take advantage of this unique atmosphere to capture spectacular and poignant souvenir photos. The place is a photographer's paradise.
• 12:00 pm: Departure from Zriba Ollya and return to Hammamet.
• 1:00 pm (approximately): Return and drop-off at your hotel in Hammamet. Highlights
Discover an abandoned Berber village
Move from the intriguing silence of the ruins to the conviviality of a tasting
Immerse yourself in a little-known aspect of Tunisian rural history.