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A vehicle driving through a desert with sand dunes. 1
A traditional courtyard with stone structures, pottery, and a central fountain. 2
A traditional underground dwelling with multiple entrances and a central courtyard. 3
A historic building with a white dome and arches, surrounded by stone pathways and greenery. 4
An arched doorway in a courtyard with intricate brickwork and a clear blue sky. 5
By TUI Tunisia S.A.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $151 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the cinematic and cultural treasures of southern Tunisia on this immersive two-day tour. From ancient Roman ruins to Star Wars film sets and desert adventures, this experience blends history, film, and natural beauty.
    • Visit the awe-inspiring El Jem Colosseum, one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world
    • Explore the underground cave homes of Matmata, featured in two Star Wars films, and enjoy a traditional tunisian lunch
    • Spend the night in the desert town of Douz, known as the gateway to the Sahara—perfect for a camel or carriage ride.
    • Cross the mirage-filled Chott El Jerid, a vast salt lake shimmering with surreal beauty
    • Ride a 4x4 to Onk Jemal, the film set city built for Star Wars, nestled deep in the desert
    • Enjoy lunch in Gafsa, a regional hub with local charm
    • Conclude your journey with a photo stop in the holy city of Kairouan, where centuries of history and tradition come together in its grand mosques and vibrant medina

Activity location

  • Amphitheatre of El Jem
    • El-Jem, Tunisia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Amphitheatre of El Jem
    • El-Jem, Tunisia

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Two-Day Tunisian Sahara Tour with Food and Stay from Sousse

  • Earn $4.52
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 6:00AM
Price details
$150.68 x 1 Adult$150.68
Total
Price is $150.68
Until Wed, Sep 2

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Explore Tunisia in 2 days with a passionate local guide who brings the city to life.
  • Inclusions
    Enjoy 2 full lunch experiences with a selection of starters, a main dish, and a dessert to savor.
  • Inclusions
    Enjoy a Flavorful Buffet for Dinner on your first day
  • Inclusions
    Stay in a 4★ hotel or a high quality 3★ if 4★ is unavailable
  • Inclusions
    Enjoy a Hearty Buffet Breakfast on your second day
  • Inclusions
    Specific meals diets under request such as vegetarian. Meat is Halal
  • Inclusions
    Dinner
  • Inclusions
    Breakfast
  • Inclusions
    Travel in style aboard a Land Cruiser 4X4
  • Exclusions
    Optional camel (15€ per pax)
  • Exclusions
    Single room supplement of approximately €10 per guest payable in cash at the hotel
  • Exclusions
    Hotel tax of approx 3.5 euros per person payable in cash at the hotel
  • Exclusions
    Quad bike is strictly not allowed
  • Exclusions
    Drinks not included during meals

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Tunisian Sahara Tour from Sousse -Day 1

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: In the afternoon, you’ll arrive at the ‘gateway to Sahara desert’ for an overnight stay at a hotel in Douz.

Amphitheatre of El Jem

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Get picked up from your hotel and hop into a 4x4—your sandy adventure to the legendary El Jem Colosseum begins!

Matmata

  • 4h
Your next stop is Matmata, where you will enjoy a tasty lunch and explore the famous troglodyte houses—centuries-old underground homes still inhabited today. Your visit includes a guided tour of one of these unique dwellings, plus some free time to look around.

Douz

  • 2h
Afterwards, you'll head to the oasis town of Douz—surrounded by date palms—where a tasty dinner and a comfortable overnight stay awaits. It's also a great opportunity to enjoy an optional camel or carriage ride in the desert.

Day 2: Tunisian Sahara Tour from Sousse -Day 2

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: lunch, breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included

Chott El Jerid

  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
Start your day with a hearty buffet breakfast before crossing the mirage-filled salt lake of Chott el Djerid. Then, hop into a 4x4 for an exhilarating ride to Onk Jemal, where you’ll explore the desert film set built for Star Wars.

Kairouan

  • 3h
After a three-course lunch in Gafsa, , the tour concludes with a photo stop in Kairouan, known for its beautifully detailed Islamic architecture

Location

Activity location

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    Amphitheatre of El Jem
    • El-Jem, Tunisia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Amphitheatre of El Jem
    • El-Jem, Tunisia

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