10-Day Tour from North to South

Day 1: Welcome to Tunisia

Arrival, welcome at the airport by our representative, and transfer to your hotel. Free day with the possibility to explore on your own.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel

Day 2: Discovering Tunis

This day will be dedicated to exploring Tunis, its surroundings, and its must-see sites. The visits of the day will proceed as follows:

– The Medina of Tunis:
This UNESCO World Heritage–listed medina represents the economic and religious heart of the city. Get lost in the charm of its architecture, labyrinthine streets, and most interesting monuments.

– The Bardo Museum:
Considered the richest museum in terms of Roman mosaic collections. Take time to visit and admire its masterpieces, numbering over 100. Marvel at Virgil and the Two Muses or the Ecclesia Mater.

– The archaeological site of Carthage:
This site reflects the power of the Roman Empire built on Punic ruins. Explore the wonderful Byrsa Hill, discover the residence of Hannibal Barca, visit the Punic sanctuary, and stroll through the Baths of Antoninus. Take time to explore the different elements of this city with explanations from your guide.

– The village of Sidi Bou Said:
Take time to stroll through the alleys of Sidi Bou Said, this artistic village overlooking the Bay of Tunis. Enjoy the wonderful sweet Bambalouni and do not miss a good tea at Café des Délices. This café, with its beauty and view, inspired Patrick Bruel to dedicate a song to it.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel (Tunis)

Day 3: Kairouan, the Holy City

After breakfast, head to Kairouan, a city both Aghlabid and Arab-Muslim. Take time to discover all its monuments. Visit the Aghlabid Basins, considered the most important hydraulic works in the history of the Muslim world. Then explore the Great Mosque of Kairouan, built in 670 (year 50 of the Hijri calendar) by the Arab conqueror Oqba Ibn Nafi.
Stroll through the narrow streets of its old medina, taste its delicious local pastry called “Makroudhs,” and visit its unique carpet-weaving workshops.

Visits: Aghlabid Basins – Great Mosque – Medina of Kairouan
Accommodation: Kasbah Hotel 5 stars (or similar)

Day 4: Tozeur and Its Old Medina

After a good breakfast, head south of Tunisia. Landscapes begin to change, the climate becomes more arid, and the atmosphere warmer. Lunch will be a barbecue along the way.
Upon arrival, discover the old medina of Tozeur, unique for its architecture and narrow alleys. In the afternoon, explore nature on foot or by horse-drawn carriage in its beautiful palm grove. Admire terraced agriculture, stroll among date palms and pomegranate trees, and visit local brick workshops.

Visits: Gafsa – Tozeur
Accommodation: 4-star hotel

Day 5: Mountain Oases

Adventure through the mountain oases of the region. Stop at Chebika and hike with a local guide between the old village and the mountain spring. Continue to Tamerza to see its great waterfall, then to Mides to explore its canyons before enjoying a traditional Tunisian lunch.
In the afternoon, travel by 4×4 across the old Dakar Rally track through Chott El Gharsa. Stop at Ong Jmal, cross hills and dunes, and reach Mos Espa, the largest Star Wars set in Tunisia. Watch the sunset over the dunes and stop at the Corbeille of Nefta before returning to your hotel.

Visits: Chebika – Tamerza – Mides – Ong Jmal – Mos Espa – Corbeille of Nefta
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Tozeur

Day 6: Hot Springs and Night Under the Tent

Travel further south across Chott El Jerid to Douz. Visit the local market, enjoy a quad or camel ride in the dunes, and taste couscous.
Continue to Ksar Ghilane oasis, where you may encounter Bedouins or a fennec. Swim in the hot spring and admire the contrast between palm trees and dunes. Continue to the camp, enjoy sunset, and witness the preparation of traditional sand bread.

Visits: Chott El Jerid – Douz – Ksar Ghilane
Accommodation: Desert camp under a tent

Day 7: Ksours and Berber Villages

Wake early to watch the sunrise, then explore off the beaten track. Reach Guermessa and hike with your guide through this Berber village overlooking the mountains. Continue to Chenini for a guided visit and lunch. Trek to Douiret through oases and mountains. Dinner and overnight in a guesthouse.

Visits: Guermessa – Chenini – Douiret
Accommodation: Ksar Jouamaa, an 18th-century granary atop Mount Beni Khédache

Day 8: Matmata and El Jem

Visit Tamazret, then Matmata and a Berber family home. Visit Hotel Sidi Idriss (Star Wars filming site), Toujane village, then El Jem Colosseum and museum. Overnight in Sousse.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Sousse

Day 9: Sousse and Hammamet

Explore Sousse’s UNESCO-listed medina, museum, and Port El Kantaoui. Continue to Hammamet, visit its medina, free time, and overnight.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Hammamet

Day 10: Return to Tunis

After breakfast, return to Tunis. Transfer to the airport and end of services.