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From Tunis Sousse & Hammamet: 2 Day desert tour & tent night

4.6 (139 verified reviews)

About This Experience

The northern two-day loop, run by a small local operator rather than a package wholesaler, and the version that puts you in a tent rather than a hotel.

Day one drives south to El Jem, one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres anywhere, then to Matmata to meet a Berber family in their underground house and see the Sidi Idriss hotel, which played the Lars homestead interior in A New Hope.

The night is in a desert camp. Day two turns for home through the oases and the salt pan, with the last stretch back to the coast in the afternoon.

Highlights

  • Witness the beauty of the desert as the sun sets over the sand dunes
  • Embark on a camel ride and experience the tranquility of the desert
  • Get an authentic glimpse into the local life as you visit a troglodyte home
  • Experience the ancient technique of sand bread preparation and taste it
  • Enjoy a magical Bedouin evening around the campfire, with traditional music

What's Included

  • ✓ Transportation with an A/C vehicle
  • ✓ Services of a licensed travel guide: German - French - English - Italian...
  • ✓ 1 night at a desert camp in half board
  • ✓ Mid-day lunches during the whole tour (excluding drinks)
  • ✓ Our services and assistance 24/7

Not Included

  • Flights
  • Cancellation and repatriation insurances
  • Drinks and personal expenses
  • Entrance fees to archeological sites & museums
  • Extra activities booked onsite
  • Tips

Meeting Point

Hotel pickup in Tunis, Hammamet and Sousse. Guests in Tunis city meet in front of the Hotel El Hana International on Avenue Habib Bourguiba.

What Travelers Say

Rated 4.6/5 by 139 verified GetYourGuide travelers.

A spectacular experience! A special compliment to Nasser, our guide: very friendly, knowledgeable, and excellent. He told us lots of interesting facts about the Tunisian people and the country's history. The tour and the attractions were wonderful and, despite the long journeys, time flew by thanks to him. Excellent lunches and dinners, except for the last lunch with rice and chicken: the rice didn't taste good. Everything else was fabulous! Just one tip: I would spend more time at the Great Mosque of Kairouan and the medina, because they deserve a more in-depth visit. There are also beautiful workshops where they make handmade carpets. You can find all the stories from the tour on Instagram: @nievoo

— Nicole, August

Amazing experience with a great guide, Momo, and driver, Alexskander, who made the trip even better. Lots of sites visited across Tunisia. Would definitely recommend.

— Joseph, August

The tour was really good and a lot of fun. Ali was a really good guide. He has very extensive knowledge and kept us entertained with a lot of interesting information during the trip. The tour was mainly in English and French, but it is also possible to speak to Ali in Arabic and Italian – which is very impressive. Although some of the trips were really long, our driver Ayoub did a really excellent job. I always felt safe as a woman traveling alone. The group was also very nice. I quickly made friends and felt very comfortable. However, the stay at the oasis was unfortunately a bit short, which was a real shame. Nevertheless, I would recommend the trip to anyone. The night in the desert alone is more than worth the whole thing. We were warmly welcomed at all stops, saw and learned a lot, and the food was also delicious. Really great.

— Berna, June 5,

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you sleep in a tent or a hotel?

In a tent at a desert camp — that is the difference between this itinerary and the TUI two-day tours from the same coast, which use hotels.

Which departure towns does it cover?

Tunis, Hammamet and Sousse. Guests staying centrally in Tunis meet at the Hotel El Hana International rather than being collected from the door.

How cold does the desert get at night?

From November to March, close to freezing after dark even when the day was warm. The camps provide blankets, but bring a fleece and long trousers.

Is this tour guided in English?

Yes, along with French and Arabic. Confirm your language when you book.