Your Travel Experience with Finest Journeys
Olive Grove Visit
On your final full day, you'll travel a short distance from the city to a hilltop olive grove for an introduction to olive oil production. During a guided walk through the grove, you'll learn about native Tunisian olive varieties like Chetoui and Sayeli. The family who tends the land practices polyculture, using companion plants to promote ecological balance. They’ll explain how wind patterns and water conservation influence their sustainable approach. Afterward, take part in an olive oil tasting where you’ll learn how oils are assessed for quality across three key criteria. You'll also discover the proper techniques and specialized glassware used for professional tastings. Next, you'll join the family in baking Tabouna, a traditional leavened Tunisian bread cooked in a clay oven, followed by a seasonal, home-cooked lunch at their table. Before departing, each guest will have the chance to plant an olive tree — a gesture symbolizing peace, longevity, and new beginnings. These trees, rooted in Tunisia’s rich soil, will continue to grow for decades, perhaps even centuries. In the evening, enjoy a memorable farewell dinner at an elegant restaurant offering classic Tunisian cuisine, set within a beautifully restored historic home in the old city.