The Wonders of the South
5 Days and 4 Nights
Embark on a journey through the wonders of southern Tunisia with our 5-day, 4-night tour.
From the bustling streets of Tunis to the serene oases of Chebika and the historical wonders of Kairouan and El Jem.
This tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history and natural beauty.
Discover Tunisia’s hidden treasures with the comfort and exclusivity of a private tour
About the Tour
- Duration: 5 days and 4 nights
- Departure Time: 8:00 AM
- Pickup Location: Your address within Greater Tunis and surrounding areas
- Guide Languages: French – English – German – Italian – Spanish
- Transport: Private tour vehicle
- Approved by: Tunisian National Tourism Office
- Cancellation: See our terms and conditions
Highlights
- Convenient pickup from your address
- Explore the ancient Medina of Tunis and the Bardo Museum
- Visit the archaeological site of Carthage and the coastal village of Sidi Bou Said
- Discover Kairouan’s Grand Mosque and the Aghlabid Basins
- Journey through much of the Tunisian south
- Visit the mountain oases of Chebika and Tamerza
- Navigate the sand dunes of Ong Jemal and Chott Djerid
- Relax at the Sabria Bedouin tent camp
- Enjoy a soak in a natural hot spring in the heart of the desert
- Spend nights under the stars in the expansive Tunisian desert
- Walk across endless stretches of sand dunes
- Visit the troglodyte village of Matmata and the El Jem Coliseum
- Experience local life and enjoy Tunisian cuisine
Itinerary
Day 1: Highlights of Tunis

Breakfast at your hotel
Tour the Medina of Tunis and wander through its narrow alleys
Learn more about the Medina and Tunisia’s history with your guide
Visit the Bardo Museum (reopened)
Head to La Goulette for a grilled fish lunch
Explore the archaeological site of Carthage and learn about Tunisia’s Roman and Punic history
Visit the charming coastal village of Sidi Bou Said
Head to Kairouan for dinner and overnight stay
Accommodation: 4-star hotel, half board
Day 2: Kairouan and Tozeur

Breakfast at the hotel
Stroll through Kairouan’s Medina, taste the delicious local pastry “Makroudhs,” and visit unique carpet weaving workshops
Visit Kairouan’s Grand Mosque: the 3rd most important mosque in the Islamic world
Explore the famous Aghlabid Basins, considered the most significant hydraulic works in Muslim history
Head to Tozeur for dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel
Lunch en route
Visit Tozeur’s Medina
Accommodation: 4-star hotel, half board
Day 3: Tozeur to Sabria

Breakfast at the hotel
Head to Chebika to explore the mountain oases
Visit the Great Waterfall of Tamerza
Lunch at a local restaurant
Journey through rocky terrain and sand dunes for an unforgettable experience at Ong Jemal (Photo stop at Mos Espa, the largest and most famous Star Wars site)
Continue to Douz (the gateway to the desert)
Photo stop at Chott Djerid, North Africa’s largest salt lake
Arrive and settle in at Sabria Bedouin Tent Camp for dinner and overnight stay
Accommodation: Sabria Bedouin Tent Camp
Day 4: Ksar Ghilane, Chenini and Douiret

Breakfast at the camp
Visit Douz’s local market
Head to the oasis of Ksar Ghilane (known for its natural hot spring)
Free time to swim in the hot spring with the option to take a camel or quad ride through the sand dunes (optional activity)
Lunch at a local restaurant
Depart for the Berber town of Tataouine
Visit the local market, the Berber village of Chenini, Ksar Hadada, and the Mosque of the Seven Sleepers
Visit the Berber village of Douiret, where you will stay overnight
Accommodation: Rural guesthouse in Douiret
Day 5: Matmata, El Jem, and Return to Tunis

Breakfast in Douiret
Head to the troglodyte village of Matmata with a photo stop at the Berber village of Toujane
Visit the famous Sidi Driss (Star Wars filming location)
Visit a Berber family in their troglodyte home
Lunch at a local restaurant
Continue to El Jem
Tour the Coliseum (the largest in the world after Rome)
Visit the El Jem Museum
Return to Tunis and end of services
The Wonders of the South in Pictures






The Tour in video
Itinerary
Rates and Reservations
This tour requires a minimum of 2 participants
€1250 per person (4130 TND)
€1040 per person (3440 TND)
€870 per person (2875 TND)
Pickup at your address in Greater Tunis and surrounding areas
Exclusive, air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour to enjoy the trip at your own pace
Licensed driver and guide approved by the Tunisian National Tourism Office
Half-board accommodation as per the program
All tour entry fees
Lunches at local restaurants (includes a soft drink)
Our support throughout the excursion
Return flights
Personal expenses
Beverages other than those served with lunches
Optional activities (quad biking, camel rides, carriage rides, etc.)
Gratuities for the guide, driver, or others you may wish to tip