South Tunisia 2 Day Private Trip

The magnificent amphitheatre of El Jem, the elegant Great Mosque of Kairouan, and the desert town of Douz await you on this 2-day tour of southern Tunisia.

Description

Day 1: El Jem – Matmata – Douz

After picking you up from your hotel early in the morning, we head to the amphitheatre of El Jem, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Inside this ancient Roman monument, you will learn about gladiatorial battles. The tour continues to the cave-houses of Matmata, carved into rocks for protection from sand storms. After a free hour for lunch in Matmata, we proceed to the Douz desert. Here, in the dune landscapes, you can take an optional camel or quad bike ride for an additional fee. The day concludes in Douz, where you will have dinner and stay at a local hotel until the next day.

Day 2: Douz – Chott Djerid – Oasis – Kairouan

After breakfast in Douz, we visit Chott Djerid, a salty lake. Then, we proceed to the Atlas range to explore the mountain oasis of Chebika and Tamerza. Lunch will be provided before we head to the holy city of Kairouan to see the impressive Great Mosque adorned with large domes. Finally, we return to the capital city and drop you at your hotel for the night.

Accommodation

The trip includes one night's accommodation with dinner at the Sahara Douz Hotel, or similar accommodation in Douz.