Speak to a specialist 1300 720 443
Request a
personalised quote
Quote
Matmata is a must-see town, and its fame comes from the unusual houses. Instead of building the homes vertically, they were dug into the ground. Each house forms a circular crater, the family’s courtyard.
Stand on the edge and gaze at the hole usually two stories deep, complete with doors, staircases and openings to nearby caves. But there are no windows here. Scrutinise the vaulted ceilings, round shelves cut directly into walls and the use of strong colours together with chalked walls.
Explore the interior of the Hotel Sidi Driss used as the location for the first Star Wars movie, and again for the Attack of the Clones.
Just a quick not to let you know that we are back safely after a wonderful trip to China, Mongolia and eastern Russia. As always, your arrangements were perfect and everything exceeded expectations in terms of facility, comfort and efficiency – many thanks.
Not quite sure where you want to go? Just click on the themes below and see where the Oasis suggestions take you.
Have you ever been stuck in a country having no idea how to even say 'please' or 'thank you'?
Problem solved… as you can now download free language guides containing 30 basic phrases onto your iPod/MP3 Player.
Sign up for our quarterly e-Newsletter for updates on the latest openings, news and offers from your favourite destinations and Oasis staff travel experiences.
Sign Up For Our Newsletter