The Grand Tour Of Tunisia : 11 Days From Roman Ruins To Sahara Nights
About this tour
Discover the real Tunisia in 11 unforgettable days — a private journey across an entire country, from the Mediterranean coast to the heart of the Sahara.
This tour is for curious travelers who want more than a beach: couples, friends and solo adventurers looking for authentic encounters, living history and wide-open landscapes — with the comfort of 4-star hotels in the cities and the magic of a night under the desert stars.
Travel in group or privately with an expert guide who shares the stories behind every site and introduces you to the people who call this land home.
What you'll experience:
• Wander the UNESCO medinas of Tunis, Kairouan, Sousse and Sfax
• Stand inside El Jem, one of the world's best-preserved Roman amphitheatres
• Explore Dougga, the finest Roman city in North Africa
• Cross Chott El Jerid salt lake by 4×4 and sleep in a Sahara desert camp
• Visit the original Star Wars film sets of Mos Espa and Sidi Idriss
• Share mint tea with a Berber family in a troglodyte home carved into the rock
• Bathe in natural hot springs in a desert oasis
• Taste local wine at a Tunisian vineyard
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Tunis, Tunisia
Welcome to Tunisia Private airport pickup and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax and settle in, depending on your arrival time.
Day 2: Tunis, Tunisia
Tunis, Carthage & Sidi Bou Saïd Explore the UNESCO medina of Tunis and the world-class mosaics of the Bardo Museum. Walk the ruins of ancient Carthage, then end the day among the blue-and-white streets of Sidi Bou Saïd with dinner by the sea.
Day 3: Tunis, Tunisia to Kairouan, Tunisia
Testour, Dougga & Kairouan Visit the Andalusian village of Testour and its famous upside-down-eel clock. Discover Dougga, the best-preserved Roman city in North Africa, then continue to the holy city of Kairouan and its Great Mosque.
Day 4: Kairouan, Tunisia to Tozeur, Tunisia
Kairouan to Tozeur See the historic Aghlabid Basins and the souks of Kairouan's medina, then travel south to Tozeur to wander its unique brick-patterned old town and the Dar Chraïet Museum
Day 5: Tozeur, Tunisia
Mountain Oases, Star Wars & Nefta Discover the mountain oasis of Chebika, the Tamerza waterfall and the Midès canyon. Enjoy a local lunch, visit the Mos Espa Star Wars set, cross Chott El Gharsa by 4×4, and reach the lush oasis of Nefta.
Day 6: Tozeur, Tunisia to Ksar Ghilane, Tunisia
Into the Sahara: Douz & Ksar Ghilane Cross Chott El Jerid, North Africa's largest salt lake, and browse the desert market of Douz. Bathe in the natural hot springs of Ksar Ghilane, then spend the night in a desert camp under the stars
Day 7: Ksar Ghilane, Tunisia to Tataouine, Tunisia
Berber Villages & Troglodyte Homes Visit the Berber village of Tamazret and step inside a troglodyte home carved into the rock. See the Sidi Idriss Star Wars set and the cliffside villages of Toujane and Chenini, before an overnight stay in Douiret.
Day 8: Tataouine, Tunisia to Sousse, Tunisia
Gabès, Sfax & El Jem Feel local life at the market of Gabès, explore the labyrinthine medina of Sfax, and tour the colossal Roman amphitheatre of El Jem and its museum.
Day 9: Sousse, Tunisia to Hammamet, Tunisia
Sousse Explore the UNESCO medina of Sousse and its museum, then unwind at the marina of Port El Kantaoui among its shops and cafés.
Day 10: Hammamet, Tunisia to Tunis, Tunisia
Hammamet, Wine Tasting & Tunis Stroll the seaside medina of Hammamet and enjoy a Tunisian wine tasting at a local vineyard, then return to Tunis with free time to explore the capital.
Day 11: Tunis, Tunisia
Free morning depending on your flight, followed by a private transfer to the airport. Drop-off in Tunis airport
What's included
Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price. You can organize your flights separately at any point. Optional : camel riding Quad tour Carriage tour Additional Services : Drinks and personnal expenses Entrance fees to mentionned archeological sites Local guide fees Tips
Languages spoken
Route & locations
Tunis, Tunisia