Excursions in Tunisia: Private Day Trips From Your Hotel
Excursions in Tunisia are the easiest way to see Roman cities, holy Kairouan and the blue-and-white lanes of Sidi Bou Said without renting a car. Below you will find the eight private day trips we run from Hammamet, Sousse, Port El Kantaoui and Tunis, with real drive times, prices per car and honest advice on which to pick.
Compare All Excursions in Tunisia at a Glance
This table lists our excursions in Tunisia from Hammamet, where all our prices start. The drive time is to the first stop, the day length is door to door, and the price covers the whole car for one to four people. From Sousse or Tunis the figures change, so see our day trips from Sousse and day trips from Tunis guides.
| Day trip | Drive to first stop | Door to door | Price per car | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friguia Park | 30 min | 4h | €45 | Families with young children |
| Zaghouan & the Berber village of Zriba | 45 min | 6h15 | €70 | A quiet day in the hills |
| Sidi Bou Said & Carthage half day | 1h | 4h45 | €70 | A morning, back for lunch |
| Carthage, Sidi Bou Said & Tunis Medina | 1h | 7h | €80 | First-time visitors |
| El Jem & Kairouan | 1h30 | 7h45 | €90 | The one day not to miss |
| Cap Bon: Kelibia, El Haouaria & Korbous | 1h | 7h30 | €90 | Beaches and sea views |
| Sousse, Monastir & Port El Kantaoui | 1h15 | 8h30 | €90 | An easy first day |
| Dougga & Bulla Regia | 2h30 | 9h45 | €120 | Roman history fans |
History Excursions: Carthage, El Jem, Kairouan and Dougga
Most travellers come for the ruins, and Tunisia has some of the best in the Mediterranean, including several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Each of these days pairs two or three sites that sit close together, so you spend more time walking and less time in the car. For example, Carthage and Sidi Bou Said are only ten minutes apart.
Coast, Mountain and Family Days
Not every day needs a ruin. These excursions are shorter or lighter on walking, so they work well as a rest day between two long ones. Meanwhile, Friguia Park is the easiest half day if you travel with young children.
Which Excursion Should You Choose?
The right day depends on how many days you have and who travels with you. In short, start with the big sites and fill the gaps with shorter days. Here is how we would plan it.
| If you have | Book | Why |
|---|---|---|
| One day | Kairouan and El Jem | Two UNESCO sites and the best Roman arena in Africa. |
| Two days | Add Carthage and Sidi Bou Said | The capital, the Punic ruins and the most photogenic village. |
| Three days | Add Dougga or Cap Bon | History lovers pick Dougga; beach lovers pick Cap Bon. |
| Young children | Friguia Park and Sousse and Monastir | Short drives, shade and plenty to see. |
| Only a morning | Sidi Bou Said half day | Back at your hotel by about 12:45 from Hammamet. |
Price Your Excursions in Tunisia in One Minute
Pick a day trip, your pickup city, a date and your group size. The card shows the total for the car and what each person pays, and one tap opens the booking page with everything filled in. Every price is also listed on our Tunisia excursion prices page.
- Carthage, Sidi Bou Said & Tunis Medina: €80 per car
- El Jem & Kairouan: €90 per car
- Sidi Bou Said & Carthage half day: €70 per car
- Dougga & Bulla Regia: €120 per car
What Every Private Day Trip Includes
One price covers the car, the driver and the road. As a result, the only costs on the day are site tickets, usually about 12 dinars per person per site, and your lunch.
A private car or van
Air-conditioned and only for your group, from one traveller to twelve.
Your driver all day
Waiting at every stop and keeping to your pace.
Fuel, tolls and parking
All in the price, with nothing extra on the road.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
In Hammamet, Sousse, Port El Kantaoui or Tunis.
Free child seats
Tell us the age of each child when you book.
Pay on the day
No card and no deposit, and free cancellation up to 48 hours before.
Best Time for Excursions in Tunisia
Every day trip runs all year, but the weather changes the plan. In particular, the inland sites like El Jem, Kairouan and Dougga get very hot in summer, while winter is mild and quiet.
| Season | Weather | Our tip |
|---|---|---|
| April to June | Warm, around 18 to 28 °C | The best time for every day trip, especially Dougga. |
| July and August | Hot inland, often 35 °C or more | Choose the 08:00 start and the coast days. |
| September to November | Warm sea, softer light | Great for Carthage, Sidi Bou Said and Cap Bon. |
| December to March | Mild, around 15 to 18 °C by day | Quiet sites; pack a light jacket for the hills. |
Day Trips by Pickup City
Drive times and prices depend on where you stay. So we wrote one guide per pickup city, each with the best order to book the days and the exact prices from your hotel.
From Hammamet
Every site within about 2 h 30. Read our day trips from Hammamet guide.
From Sousse and Port El Kantaoui
Closest to El Jem and Monastir. Read our day trips from Sousse guide.
From Tunis
Carthage is next door and cheapest from here. Read our day trips from Tunis guide.
Excursions in Tunisia: Questions Answered
These are the questions travellers ask most before they book a day trip in Tunisia.
What are the best excursions in Tunisia?
For history, Kairouan and El Jem, then Carthage and Sidi Bou Said, then Dougga. For a lighter day, the Cap Bon coast or Sousse and Monastir. With young children, Friguia Park.
How much do excursions in Tunisia cost?
With us, from €45 to €120 per car for one to four people from Hammamet, and up to €200 for a group of twelve. Hotel coach tours often cost €55 to €100 per person, so a private car is usually cheaper from two people.
Is it better to book excursions at the hotel or online?
A hotel coach tour is fine if you travel alone and like a group. From two people up, a private car usually costs less, starts when you want and never stops at shops unless you ask.
Can you do a Sahara excursion from Hammamet?
Not in one day. Douz and the dunes are about six hours each way, so a real Sahara trip needs at least two days. For one day, Kairouan and El Jem show you the best of inland Tunisia.
Is it safe to take day trips in Tunisia?
The main sites and resort towns welcome millions of visitors a year and are generally calm. Check the latest UK travel advice for Tunisia before you go. With a private driver you never wait at a station or a roadside.
How long is a typical day trip?
Between 4 hours for Friguia Park and about 10 hours for Dougga and Bulla Regia, door to door from Hammamet. Most full days leave at 08:00 and are back between 15:00 and 18:00.
Book Your Excursions in Tunisia
You have the drive times, the prices and our honest picks, so the only thing left is the date. Choose your day in the form above or message us on WhatsApp, pay nothing until you are back at your hotel, and enjoy your excursions in Tunisia.