From the Mainland to the Island, Small Group Tour
From the Mainland to the Island, Small Group Tour
8 Days Starting and ending in Tunis, Tunisia
Visiting: Hammamet, Tozeur, Douz, Djerba, Sousse, Tunis
Tour operator:
Tour code:
292115
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
2-99
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Tunisia with the "From the Mainland to the Island, Small Group Tour." This cultural adventure takes you from the desert town of Tozeur, a gateway to mountain oases and desert escapades, to the historic city of Kairouan, the Islamic capital of Tunisia. Discover the Berber Island of Djerba, famed for its stunning beaches and relaxed atmosphere, and unwind in the seaside town of Sousse, known for its upscale Port El Kantaoui. Explore the Mediterranean dreamland of Sidi Bou Said, with its iconic white walls and blue accents, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this captivating country. Enjoy 7 nights of superior accommodation, guided tours, and all meals included, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Tunis - Hammamet (80Km – 1.5Hrs)
Location: Hammamet
Accommodation Name: Hotel Golden Tulip Taj Sultan or similar 5*
Meals Included: Dinner
Upon arrival at the Tunis–Carthage International Airport, you will be met by your professional guide and driver and transferred to your accommodation in Hammamet. Spend the rest of the day relaxing in the hotel facilities or head outside to explore the area and in the evening enjoy delicious dinner at your hotel.
Overnight in Hammamet.
Day 2 : Hammamet – Kairouan – Tozeur (395 Km- 6Hrs)
Location: Tozeur
Accommodation Name: Hotel Golden Yasmin Ras El Ain or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, you will be picked up at approximately 8 am. This day will start with the transfer to Kairouan. Take a walking tour with your guide through the old Medina of Kairouan to the Great Mosque of Kairouan, located in the middle of the Medina and built by the Arab general Uqba Ibn Nafi in 670 AD. The site attracts thousands of local and international visitors for its magnificent architectural and spiritual value. The next visit is to the impressive ancient engineering site of the Aghlabid basins, where two large water basins and a few cisterns have survived the passing of centuries as they helped conserve and distribute decades of scarce drinking water resources. After Kairouan, head south to Gafsa for lunch before arriving at the city of palm trees Tozeur at around 6 pm.
Overnight in Tozeur.
Day 3 : Tozeur – Douz (125Km –2Hrs)
Location: Douz
Accommodation Name: Hotel Golden Yasmin Sun Palm Douz or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast spend the rest of the day at leisure enjoying hotel´s facilities. After lunch, make your way out of Tozeur through the biggest salt lake in the country, Chott el Djerid, with an outstanding never-ending view of white and pink mirages, also used as a filming site for Star Wars. Arrive at Douz, the “gateway to the Sahara”, enjoy some free time, or an optional camel ride.
You can also go on an optional excursion in the morning which is available on site. Optional activities starting at 8 am: Take 4x4 ride through the desert and the occasional dry salt lakes to arrive at the stunning mountain oasis of Chebika. Or choose another 4X4 ride to visit the site of the Star Wars filming location found in the middle of the Sahara Desert, only a couple of minutes from Tozeur.
Overnight in Douz.
Day 4 : Douz – Matmata – Djerba (220Km – 4Hrs)
Location: Djerba
Accommodation Name: Hotel Miramar Djerba Aqua Resort or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
You will start your day around 8 am and drive to Matmata. The area contains one of the best-preserved, still inhabited troglodyte houses, carved by Tunisian Berbers in the middle of the surrounding earth. A filming site of the Star Wars movie is also open for visitors in Matmata. Your next stop is the Island of Dreams, where you will start with lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch you will discover the downtown area of the Island, Houmt Souk, renowned for being the attraction of the locals for daily shopping and containing colourful souks, and also colourful neighbourhood such as the Djerba Hood, a street in which artists from all over the world gathered in 2014 and created beautiful graffiti art pieces. The day will finish with a check in at your hotel around 6 pm.
Overnight in Djerba.
Day 5 : Djerba – Guellala – Djerba (50Km – 1Hr)
Location: Djerba
Accommodation Name: Hotel Miramar Djerba Aqua Resort or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy your breakfast and be ready around 8 am to move into a different culture located in Djerba, equally significant for its history, in the Jewish hood, the center of which is the Synagogue of El Ghriba in the village of Erriadh. 20 synagogues were once present in Erriadh, one of which is today a site of pilgrimage for many visitors from all over the world. The synagogue is a modest building when seen from the outside, but has a fascinating interior, richly decorated by colorful windows and tiles, and very well preserved authentic furniture. It is most fascinating to know that today Djerba is home to around 1400 Jewish people, living in harmony on the island along with Muslims, reunited under the Tunisian patrimony. After lunch, you will head to Guellala, from the Berber name Iquallalen, meaning potteries and renowned for pottery making, an activity practiced since centuries and defining the main economic base for the locals then and until the present day. Head back to your resort at around 6 pm for dinner time.
Overnight in Djerba.
Day 6 : Djerba – El Djem – Sousse (430Km –5.5Hrs)
Location: Sousse
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Mouradi Palm Marina or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast around 8 am, the tour heads towards El Djem home of the Roman amphitheatre of El Djem, the second largest Roman Amphitheatre, built around 18 centuries ago, and still today exceptionally well preserved. The site was mainly used for spectator events, namely gladiator battles. Have lunch in a local restaurant in El Djem. The day will finish by a short walk in the leisure harbour of Port El Kantaoui, where you will have opportunity to purchase some souvenirs or simply enjoy the scene while sipping some Tunisian coffee or fresh juice. Head to your hotel at around 6 pm for dinner and overnight.
Overnight in Sousse.
Day 7 : Sousse – Sidi Bou Said – Carthage – Tunis (150Km – 2Hrs)
Location: Tunis
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today starts with a transfer around 8 am to the picturesque Sidi Bou Said after breakfast at the hotel. This charming village is known for its white walls and indigo blue windows and doors, and features dazzling views over the Mediterranean Sea, set at an altitude of over 100 metres high. Your next stop is at the neighbouring archaeological site of Carthage, located on a magnificent coastline. Although the ancient city was destroyed by the Romans, this UNESCO World Heritage Site features excavations of homes, baths and sewage systems. The other significant site in the area is the Carthage amphitheatre, built towards the first century AD and later rebuilt by the Romans. The theatre today hosts some 30,000 visitors at the yearly International Music Festival of Carthage. After lunch, head towards downtown Tunis to visit the Bardo National Museum, renowned for its rich collection of mosaics and located in an old Beylical castle in the middle of the old city of Tunis. The day is concluded with a visit and free time in the ancient Medina of Tunis before you head to Gammarth around 6 pm to check in to your hotel and have dinner.
Overnight in Tunis.
Day 8 : Tunis Departure
Location: Tunis
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, and depending on your flight time, you will be transferred to the airport and assisted for departure. (Depending on your flights' times, lunch is included either on your arrival day or on your departure day).
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with an English, French, German, Italian or Spanish-speaking local guide on a shared basis.
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Accommodation
7 nights’ accommodation in various hotels including Hotel Golden Tulip Taj Sultan, Hotel Golden Yasmin Ras El Ain, Hotel Golden Yasmin Sun Palm Douz, Hotel Miramar Djerba Aqua Resort, Hotel El Mouradi Palm Marina, and Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth.
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Meals
7 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, and 7 Dinners.
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Transport
Shared transportation as indicated in the itinerary and inbound/outbound shared transfers from/to Tunis-Carthage International Airport.
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Entrance Fees and Activities
All entrance fees and activities indicated in the itinerary including visits to the Great Mosque of Kairouan, Matmata troglodyte habitations, Houmt Souk in Djerba, Synagogue of Ghriba, Guellala, El Djem town tour, Roman amphitheatre of El Djem, Port El Kantaoui, Sidi Bousaid village, Carthage city tour, Bardo National Museum, and Medina of Tunis.
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Other
Meet & greet at Tunis-Carthage International Airport (Day 1).
What's Not Included
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Tips or Visa Fees
Tips or visa fees are not included.
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Flights
International or domestic flights are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities are not included.
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Drinks During Meals
Drinks during the meals are not included.
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Insurance
Any type of personal or travel insurance is not included.
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Other Services
Other services not clearly indicated in the package inclusions above are not included.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Tunisia though a warm jumper and jacket are advisable in the cooler months. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Please Note
- Please note that the inbound/outbound transfers between the airport and hotel are included only as part of the package. If pre or post-night stay is booked additional transfers should be purchased separately
- A room upgrade is available on request with an additional supplement
- Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice
- Depending on your flights' times, lunch is included either on your arrival day or on your departure day
- Optional excursions on Day 3 are available to book on the spot
- The triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed
- In case of Bardo National Museum closure, the visit will be replaced with the Museum of El Djem.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Hammamet:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Tulip Taj Sultan or similar 5*
Day 2 Tozeur:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Yasmin Ras El Ain or similar 4*
Day 3 Douz:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Yasmin Sun Palm Douz or similar 4*
Day 4 - 5 Djerba:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Miramar Djerba Aqua Resort or similar 4*
Day 6 Sousse:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Palm Marina or similar 5*
Day 7 Tunis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre- night in Hammamet on bed and breakfast basis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Tulip Taj Sultan or similar 5*
Post- night in Tunis on bed and breakfast basis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with shared transportation as indicated in the itinerary, including inbound and outbound shared transfers from/to Tunis-Carthage International Airport.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights of superior accommodation, including stays at the 5-star Hotel Golden Tulip Taj Sultan in Hammamet, the 4-star Hotel Golden Yasmin Ras El Ain in Tozeur, the 4-star Hotel Golden Yasmin Sun Palm Douz, the 4-star Hotel Miramar Djerba Aqua Resort, the 5-star Hotel El Mouradi Palm Marina in Sousse, and the 5-star Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth in Tunis.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Hammamet:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Tulip Taj Sultan or similar 5*
Day 2 Tozeur:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Yasmin Ras El Ain or similar 4*
Day 3 Douz:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Yasmin Sun Palm Douz or similar 4*
Day 4 - 5 Djerba:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Miramar Djerba Aqua Resort or similar 4*
Day 6 Sousse:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Palm Marina or similar 5*
Day 7 Tunis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre- night in Hammamet on bed and breakfast basis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Tulip Taj Sultan or similar 5*
Post- night in Tunis on bed and breakfast basis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*
Check out our Q&As
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What languages are the local guides fluent in?
The local guides are fluent in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
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What types of meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 7 dinners.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, inbound and outbound shared transfers from/to Tunis-Carthage International Airport are included in the tour package.
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What optional activities are available during the tour?
Optional activities include a camel ride in Douz and 4x4 rides to the mountain oasis of Chebika or the Star Wars filming location in the Sahara Desert.
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What are some of the key historical sites visited during the tour?
Key historical sites include the Great Mosque of Kairouan, Matmata troglodyte habitations, the Synagogue of El Ghriba, the Roman amphitheatre of El Djem, and the archaeological site of Carthage.
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What should I wear when visiting religious or official buildings in Tunisia?
Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting religious or official buildings.
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Is there an option to book additional nights before or after the tour?
Yes, there is an option to book a pre-night in Hammamet and a post-night in Tunis on a bed and breakfast basis.
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What is the policy if the Bardo National Museum is closed?
If the Bardo National Museum is closed, the visit will be replaced with the Museum of El Djem.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
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