15 Sousse Tours in Sousse and Monastir, Compared

1.Fun VIP Tour: El Jem, Kairouan, Monastir/Sousse (PICKUP ALL City)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 451 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $30Our pick

You’ll travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Sousse or another agreed city to El Jem, Kairouan, and Monastir. Expect a flexible, mostly self-guided day with WhatsApp support, local tips, and driver hosts such as Othman, Hsin, Ayoub, and Amine. Entrance fees, lunch, and some port charges cost extra.

“We were fortunate to visit Kairouan and El Jem with an incredible driver named Mohammed Amine. He was very accommodating during the tour and guided us during the tour. He provided plenty of time during the stop at El Jem and provided good conversation during the driving. We had an unusual request and went out of his way to accommodate us. The tour to historic Kairouan and El Jem went smoothly because of the driver’s efforts and we were able to see everything we wanted to see. Mohammed Amine went above and beyond and made sure we saw some of the best that Tunisia has to offer.”

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2.1 day excursion Tunis Sidi Bousaid Carthage departure from Sousse

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · from $116

Travel from Sousse in a small group of up to four with guide-driver Nadhmi to Sidi Bou Said, ancient Carthage, and Tunis. Expect an air-conditioned car, flexible stops, local history, and about 7 to 8 hours on the road. Lunch and Carthage admission cost extra.

“What a great tour! I can’t thank Nadhmi enough for being SO kind and accommodating. As a solo female traveller in another country, exploring places that are abit far away can sometimes be daunting but Nadhmi was so great. He arrived Read more”

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3.Fun VIP Tour: Sousse &/OR Monastir (Walking Tour or Car Option)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · from $27

This 4 to 5-hour private tour lets you choose Sousse, Monastir, or both, with a walking format using cheap local taxis or a private air-conditioned car. Your multilingual host, including guide Tarika, helps with souks, food, transport, shopping, and local customs.

“A huge thank you to Tarika for showing us around Monastir! I weren't expecting to go on the train , micro bus (just like a local) it was really great . Thank you again”

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4.2-Day Tunisian Sahara Tour with Food & Stay from Sousse

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · from $151

Travel from Sousse toward southern Tunisia with guides such as Mohammed or Aida, visiting El Jem, Matmata, Douz, Chott El Jerid, Onk Jemal, Gafsa, and Kairouan. Expect long drives, included meals, a hotel night, desert options, and a 4x4 ride to Star Wars film locations.

“The tour was great. They fit a lot into two days so it’s a lot of going. I wasn’t in Tunisia for a long time so I really wanted to see as much as possible and they made it happen.”

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5.Half-day excursion from Sousse to the amphitheater of El Jem

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $75

Travel from Sousse in an air-conditioned vehicle to El Jem, where you have about 90 minutes to explore one of the Roman world’s largest and best-preserved amphitheaters. Guides such as Nadhmi may lead the visit, share local history, and point out good photo spots. Entry fees and lunch cost extra.

“Our guide picked us up and even brought a booster seat for my daughter which was great! He took us all the way to the amphitheater and gave us facts about El Jem, Sousse and Tunisia on the way! He then guided us around the amphitheateRead more”

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6.Half day excursion from Sousse to Kantaoui, Hergla and Medina

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · from $63

See Sousse’s old medina and market, the Arab-Andalusian marina at Port El Kantaoui, and coastal Hergla in about four hours. Pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, and taxes are included. Guides such as Nadhmi explain local customs, help with bargaining, and share ideas for the rest of your Tunisia stay.

“Très bonne excursion avec un guide parfait, qui m'a fait découvrir Sousse et ses environs. En tant que femme seule, je me suis sentie en sécurité et mon guide a été parfait. En plus j'ai pu partager cette excursion avec une autre personne venue seule également et ce fut très sympathique. Je recommande sans hésiter.”

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7.Half Day Excursion Sousse, Monastir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $63

Travel from Sousse to Monastir with Nadhim, a friendly private driver-guide, for a four-hour look at the Ribat, Bourguiba Mausoleum, fish market, Marina, and Sousse Medina. Pickup, air-conditioned transport, and parking are included. The Ribat entrance costs extra.

“Loved the markets in Monastir. Especially the fish market. Good to see the local life. Guide very prompt and friendly with good communication.”

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8.Kairouan day trip from Sousse.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $75

Travel from Sousse to Kairouan in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide, often Nadmi, for a focused half-day visit. See the Great Mosque, Sidi Sahbi Mausoleum, Aghlabid Pools, old medina, Bey’s house, and Bir Barouta. Monument fees cost about 12 TND extra.

“An excellent tour! Nadmi was a really knowledgeable, engaging guide, who showed us the best of Kairouan. Would heartily recommend.”

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9.Private day tour Sidi Bousaid, Carthage and Hammamet departing from sousse

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews

Travel from Sousse with guide Nadhmi on a private day tour for up to four people. Visit Carthage, blue-and-white Sidi Bou Said, Tunis Medina, and Yasmin Hammamet in one long day, with an air-conditioned vehicle and a flexible pace.

“This is not an ordinary "private" driving tour. Nadhmi is a passionate, professional, and thoughtful local guide who customizes the day to meet your exact needs and cater to your specific interests. He not only gets you from point-to-poiRead more”

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10.Kairouan Holy City and El Jem Colosseum Tour from Sousse

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · from $85

Travel from Sousse with a local guide to Kairouan’s Great Mosque, Barber Mosque, and Aghlabid Basins, then visit El Jem’s vast Roman amphitheatre, museum, and mosaic collection. Pickup, entrance fees, and buffet lunch are included. Guides such as Fares, Faris, and Aida have led departures.

“Tour guide imformative Not much time in places Carpet shop visit which is not on the agenda Long day”

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11.2Days 4×4 safari from Sousse/Hammamet/Tunis, night 100km deep in Sahara desert

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $435

Travel from Sousse, Hammamet, or Tunis by private 4x4 into southern Tunisia. Visit El Jem, Matmata, Chenini, Ksar Hadada, Berber villages, Star Wars locations, and a Sahara oasis, with meals, a tented night, and optional camel and ATV rides included or available at extra cost.

“It was really great! The tour guide & driver were so kind. Be prepared for many hours of driving! But it was definitely worth the drive. Thank you so much for having us!”

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12.Private Half Day Tour Sousse medina, Kantaoui and Hergla

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $23Best value

Spend four hours with a private guide such as Anis or Ali, walking Sousse medina, seeing Port El Kantaoui marina, and visiting quiet Hergla. Air-conditioned transport, parking, and guiding are included, while lunch and drinks are not.

“Great tour and great guide. And he was very knowledgeable about the area. I'd highly recommend it. 👌”

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13.2days 4×4 SAFARI from Sousse, Hammamet,Tunis – 4*hotel accommodation

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 6 reviews · from $550

Set out at 5 a.m. for a fast-moving private safari through southern Tunisia. Visit El Jem, Matmata, Douz, Chott El Jerid, Tozeur, mountain oases, Star Wars film sets, and Kairouan, with meals, transport, and 4-star lodging included.

“La cosa più bella da vedere è l'oasi di Tozeur, indescrivibile la bellezza della natura! ! ! Nel complesso l'escursione è ben organizzata e in soli 2 giorni si riesce a vedere e a fare molte cose bellissime! Consigliata.”

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14.Kairouan and Roman Colosseum El Jem Day Trip from Sousse

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · from $151

Leave Sousse at 8:00 am for a private, air-conditioned tour of Kairouan and El Jem. Visit the Great Mosque, medina, Roman amphitheatre, and mosaic museum with a licensed guide. The trip lasts about 6 to 7 hours, with lunch arranged separately.

“A really nice tour, particularly enjoyed the masjid and the mosaics in the El Djem museum. Only slight problem was we didn’t get the English speaking guide we had booked, we only had a French speaking driver, so my friend had to put up with my rusty French and bad translations all day. Nevertheless he was charming and we managed!!!”

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15.2 Hour Hergla Visit and Sousse Medina Heritage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $41

Start at 8:30 am in Hergla, a whitewashed clifftop village known for raffia weaving, then explore Sousse medina with a guide. You get air-conditioned transport, time for shopping, and a close look at Tunisian rugs, textiles, lamps, leather, and olive wood crafts.

“Très bonne visite enrichie d excellents commentaires de notre guide francophone. Temps libre pour effectuer des achats dans la médina de Sousse. Très bon chauffeur. Nous recommandons cette excursion.”

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