On this 8-day tour of Tunisia, we'll enjoy the best attractions of the Mediterranean country, from its oases to its archaeological sites. We'll visit Carthage, El Djem, the Canyon of Mides, the troglodyte houses of Matmata, and many other places that will amaze you.
Tour Details
Day 1: Tunis - Hammamet
When you land, we'll be waiting for you at the arrivals terminal of Tunis-Carthage International Airport to take you to the hotel in Hammamet so that you can leave your luggage. You'll have the rest of the day to yourself to settle in and rest before starting your day trip the next day.
Day 2: Hammamet - Kairouan- Tozeur
After breakfast at the hotel, we'll leave the town behind and head to Kairouan, one of the oldest cities in Tunisia. We'll take a guided tour of its historic center, admiring the Great Mosque of Kairouan, also known as the Mosque of Uqba, the Mosque of the Barber, and exploring its traditional souks.
We'll have lunch in a local restaurant in Gafsa and continue our route toward Tozeur. Here, we'll stroll through its Medina to discover the traditional stone architecture of the 16th century before having dinner and resting at the hotel.
Day 3: Tozeur - Chebika - Tamerza - Midès - Tozeur
After breakfast at the hotel, we'll board an off-road vehicle to explore the mountain oases. In Chebika, we'll take a walking tour through the lush palm grove, following the channels of natural spring water.
We'll then continue along mountain roads toward Tamerza to see its large waterfall, and venture into the striking canyons of Mides, which reach depths of over 98 ft (30 m). Following the trip, we'll return to our hotel in Tozeur for lunch. You'll have the afternoon at your leisure, and dinner at the hotel is included.
Day 4: Tozeur - Chott El Djerid - Douz - Ksar Ghilane
After breakfast, we'll cross the immense salt lake of Chott El Djerid until we reach Douz, known as the Gateway to the Desert. We'll explore its local market and have lunch in the area.
In the afternoon, we'll set off to the dunes of Ksar Ghilane. We'll experience a magical evening of dining and camping under the stars of the Sahara Desert.
Day 5: Ksar Ghilane - Matmata - Sfax
We'll have breakfast at the desert camp and set off for Matmata, where we'll visit the famous troglodyte cave dwellings inhabited by families of Amazigh origin.
We’ll stop for lunch at a traditional restaurant and continue our journey toward the port city of Sfax. Here, we’ll stroll through the historic center, taking in its austere walls and the 9th-century Great Mosque.
Then, we'll have dinner and stay overnight in Sfax..
Day 6: Sfax - El Djem - Sousse- Hammamet
After breakfast at the hotel, we'll go straight to El Djem, a town famous for its ruins from the Roman Amphitheatre of El Jem, a World Heritage Site. Afterward, we'll travel to Sousse to explore its medina and visit the Ribat, an 8th-century fortress.
We'll then have lunch in a local restaurant and finally arrive in Hammamet, where we'll have dinner and stay overnight.
Day 7: Hammamet - Carthage - Sidi Bou Said - Tunis - Hammamet
After breakfast, we'll visit the archaeological site of Carthage, including the Punic ports, the Tophet, the Baths of Antoninus, and Byrsa Hill. Afterward, we'll head to the picturesque coastal village of Sidi Bou Said, famous for its white houses with blue doors, and have lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, we'll reach the medina of the capital of Tunisia to stroll around the artisanal souks. Afterward, we'll head to Hammamet to have dinner and spend the last night of the tour.
Day 8: Hammamet - Tunis
On the last day, you'll also get breakfast at the hotel. Finally, at the agreed time, we'll take you to Tunis–Carthage International Airport in time for your flight back home. Until next time!
Accommodation Service
This tour includes 7 nights of accommodation on a full-board basis in the following hotels:
- Hammalet (3 nights): Mehari Hammalet 5* Hotel or similar
- Tozeur (2 nights): Ras Al Ain Tozeur 4* Hotel or similar
- Ksar Ghilane (1 night in the desert): Pansy campsite
- Sfax (1 night): Les Oliviers Palace 5* Hotel or similar
The price is per person for a double room. A supplement applies for solo travelers, who will stay in a single room.
Children aged 5 to 11 will get a discounted price when travelling with at least two adults and staying in the same room.
Itinerary Adjustments
The order of the visits may vary depending on the season, but the places visited will not change, except in unforeseen circumstances.
New Year's Eve Dinner
If one of the days of the tour falls on 31 December, please note that a supplement of 110EUR will be charged for the New Year's Eve dinner.
