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5 Days Southern Tunisia Mini Round Trip – El Jem, Matmata, Douz, Tozeur & Kairouan

Hammamet Tunisia, Sousse, El Jem, Matmata, Douz, Chott el Djerid, Tozeur, Chebika, Gafsa, Métlaoui, Kairouan,
Duration

5 day(s)

Tour type

Regular & Private

Group size

1-45 people

Physical Level

moderate

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Tour Overview

Discover the spectacular landscapes, ancient history, and authentic culture of Southern Tunisia on this 4-day mini round trip.

Your journey begins with a relaxing arrival day in Hammamet or Sousse, giving you time to settle into your hotel and enjoy the Mediterranean atmosphere at your own pace.

The adventure then takes you south to the magnificent Roman Amphitheatre of El Jem, the traditional Berber region of Matmata, and Douz, famously known as the Gateway to the Sahara. Continue across the impressive Chott El Jerid salt lake to Tozeur, where palm-filled oases and dramatic desert landscapes await.

Enjoy an included 4x4 excursion to Chebika, one of Tunisia's beautiful mountain oases, with the opportunity to add an optional adventure to Ong Jmel and the famous Star Wars filming locations.

The journey continues through Gafsa and Métlaoui to historic Kairouan before returning to Hammamet or Sousse.

Perfect for travelers with limited time, this compact Tunisia tour combines Roman heritage, Berber culture, Sahara landscapes, desert oases, historic cities, and adventure in one memorable itinerary.

Activities
Adventure Discovery Explorer Historical In-depth Cultural Museum Solo Travel Photography Family Road Tour

Tour Features

Duration
5 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-45 people

Tour Code
SUD ESCAPE

Departure Type
guaranteed

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 80

Hammamet Tunisia

Pickup Time:

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Kairouan

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Visit the magnificent Roman Amphitheatre of El Jem

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Tunisia!

Upon arrival at the airport, meet our representative and enjoy a comfortable transfer to your 4★ hotel in Hammamet or Sousse.

After check-in, the remainder of the day is completely free at leisure.

Relax at the hotel, enjoy the facilities, take a walk along the Mediterranean coast, or explore the surrounding area independently.

There are no scheduled sightseeing activities on the first day.

Meals: According to hotel concept
Overnight: Hammamet / Sousse

Day 2

After breakfast, meet your professional guide and depart from Hammamet or Sousse for your Southern Tunisia adventure.

Travel to El Jem, home to one of the most impressive Roman monuments in North Africa. Visit the famous Roman Amphitheatre of El Jem, renowned for its remarkable state of preservation and monumental architecture.

Continue south toward Matmata, famous for its dramatic landscapes and traditional Berber settlements.

Visit an authentic Berber troglodyte house, where underground rooms have traditionally provided protection from the intense desert heat.

Enjoy lunch in a traditional local restaurant before continuing toward Douz, widely known as the Gateway to the Sahara.

Upon arrival, guests may choose to experience an optional camel ride across the Sahara dunes.

Check in at Golden Tulip Sun Palm 4★ or similar.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Douz

Day 3

After breakfast at the hotel, depart Douz and travel across the extraordinary Chott El Jerid, one of the largest salt lakes in North Africa.

Stop for photographs and admire the vast salt landscape before continuing toward Tozeur.

Upon arrival, discover the famous Tozeur Oasis, known for its extensive palm groves and high-quality date production.

Check in at Golden Yasmin Ras El Ain 4★ or similar and enjoy lunch.

In the afternoon, board 4x4 vehicles for an included excursion to Chebika, a spectacular mountain oasis surrounded by rugged desert scenery.

Explore the old village and enjoy the unique combination of mountains, palm trees, natural springs, and Sahara landscapes.

Guests can also choose an optional 4x4 desert excursion to Ong Jmel and the famous Star Wars filming locations.

Return to Tozeur after the excursion.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Tozeur

Day 4

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin your journey north.

Travel through Gafsa, passing through Métlaoui, an important centre of Tunisia's historic phosphate-mining region.

Enjoy lunch en route before continuing to Kairouan, one of Tunisia's most historically significant cities and an important centre of Islamic heritage.

Enjoy a photo stop near the magnificent Great Mosque of Kairouan, one of the most important Islamic monuments in North Africa.

After your visit, continue toward Hammamet or Sousse.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Overnight: Hammamet / Sousse

Day 5

At the scheduled time, meet our representative at your hotel.

Transfer directly from your hotel in Hammamet or Sousse to the airport for your departure flight.

There are no sightseeing activities or additional services scheduled on the departure day.

Included Service: Hotel-to-airport transfer only.

End of our services.

Included

4 nights accommodation during the round trip
Accommodation in selected 4★ hotels or similar

Professional English-, French-, or German-speaking guide during the round trip

Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary

Full board during the Southern Tunisia round trip as specified

Airport arrival transfer

Airport departure transfer

Comfortable air-conditioned tourist vehicle during the program

Transportation from Hammamet / Sousse and return

Entrance fees for included sightseeing

Entrance to the Roman Amphitheatre of El Jem

Visit to a traditional Berber troglodyte house in Matmata

Chott El Jerid sightseeing and photo stop

Tozeur Oasis visit

4x4 excursion to Chebika

Kairouan sightseeing as specified

Professional local assistance

Excluded

International and domestic flights

Travel insurance

Drinks and beverages

Travel insurance

Personal expenses

Tips for guides and drivers

Tourist tax, approximately €4 per person per night, payable locally and subject to change

Optional camel ride in Douz

Optional quad-bike activities

Optional 4x4 excursion to Ong Jmel

Optional Star Wars filming location excursion

Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary

Visa fees, if required

Any services not specifically mentioned under “Included”

Optional camel ride in Douz
Optional quad-bike activities
Optional 4x4 excursion to Ong Jmel

Tour Booking

Travelers
Departure Month
Regular Tour Prices
Start End
Jan 12, 2027 Jan 16, 2027 €533
Double room
Jan 19, 2027 Jan 23, 2027 €533
Double room
Jan 26, 2027 Jan 30, 2027 €533
Double room
Private Tour Prices
Start End
Jan 12, 2027 Jan 16, 2027 €765
Double room
Jan 19, 2027 Jan 23, 2027 €765
Double room
Jan 26, 2027 Jan 30, 2027 €765
Double room
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