Tunisia 5 Day Itinerary

Tunisia 5-Day Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Tunis (Capital City)

  • Arrival at Habib Bourguiba International Airport in Tunis.
  • Visit the Bardo Museum to see one of the world’s greatest collections of Roman mosaics and antiquities.
  • Take a stroll around the picturesque Medina of Tunis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its rich history, vibrant souks (markets) and stunning architecture.
  • Visit the Avenue Bourguiba and Place de la Victoire, the heart of modern Tunis.
  • Overnight stay in Tunis.

Day 2: Hammamet & Nabeul

  • Morning travel to Hammamet, a popular Mediterranean resort town known for its sandy beaches and ancient ruins.
  • Explore the Roman baths and the Korbous mosque.
  • Relax at the beach or try water sports activities such as scuba diving or jet-skiing.
  • In the afternoon, visit the nearby town of Nabeul, known for its pottery and fish market.
  • Overnight stay in Hammamet or Nabeul.

Day 3: Carthage & Sousse

  • Travel to Carthage and explore the ancient ruins, including the Punic Tophet, the Roman Baths, and the Antonine Baths.
  • Visit the National Museum of Carthage, which offers a deep insight into the history of the city.
  • In the afternoon, travel to Sousse, another beautiful coastal city with an impressive Medina.
  • Explore the Great Mosque and the Ribat of Sousse, a stunning example of Islamic architecture.
  • Overnight stay in Sousse.

Day 4: El Jem & Matmata

  • Morning travel to the small town of El Jem, home to the remarkable Roman amphitheater, one of the largest and best preserved in the world.
  • Continue to Matmata, famous for its troglodyte dwellings, underground houses carved into the rock.
  • Overnight stay in Matmata or nearby Djem.

Day 5: Tozeur & Chott El Jerid

  • Travel to Tozeur, a charming oasis town surrounded by palm groves and dates plantations.
  • Visit the Kasbah of Tozeur and explore the souks for local crafts and products like dates, olives, and silver jewelry.
  • Drive through the dramatic landscape of the Chott El Jerid, a salt flat that creates an eerie but breathtaking scene.
  • Departure from Djerba–Zarzis International Airport or return to Tunis for your departure.