Escape the coastal bustle of Hammamet for a half-day journey into the heart of authentic Berber Tunisia. This day trip will take you to the mountains of Djebel Zaghouan to discover the perched and captivating village of Zriba Ollya.
Explore the mysterious ruins of this ancient village, largely abandoned, which seems to be suspended between heaven and earth. Discover the secrets of its unique architecture, and then experience a striking contrast by sampling local products at a convivial food tasting, bringing a touch of life to the poignant silence of the place.
Program Schedule:
· 8:00 AM: Pick-up at your hotel or meeting point in Hammamet.
· Scenic drive. Aboard your air-conditioned vehicle, you will leave the coast behind and head inland. Your guide will introduce you to the fascinating history and the mystery of the gradual abandonment of Zriba Ollya.
· 09:00: Arrival at Zriba Ollya. Immediate immersion in the unique atmosphere of this ghost village. A walking tour of its steep, silent alleyways, its deserted cave dwellings and its stone houses huddled together, offering a poignant testimony to a bygone way of life. The view of the surrounding mountains is breathtaking and mystical.
· 11:00 a.m.: An authentic food tasting. A striking contrast! You will be welcomed by local residents in a restored house or on a furnished terrace with a breathtaking view for a convivial food tasting of local products. This culinary break brings the place back to life for a moment:
· Berber tea (with pine) or traditional coffee, served with legendary Tunisian hospitality.
· Traditional bread cooked over a wood fire.
· Olive oil from the region.
· Mountain honey with unique aromas.
· Dates and harissa.
· 11:45 a.m.: Free time. Take advantage of this unique atmosphere to take spectacular and melancholic souvenir photos. The place is a paradise for photographers.
· 12:00 PM: Departure from Zriba Ollya and return to Hammamet.
· 1:00 PM (approximately): Return and drop-off at your hotel in Hammamet.
