8-Day Relaxation Itinerary in Tunisia

  • Day 1: Hammamet Beach
    1 hour 30 minutes (60 miles) from Tunis-Carthage International airport

    Hammamet Beach is a beautiful, lively beach that is perfect for relaxing and soaking up the sun. With warm turquoise waters and fine golden sands, visitors can indulge in water sports or lie back and enjoy the stunning scenery.

  • Day 2: Kef Tunisia National Park
    3 hours (135 miles) from Hammamet Beach

    Kef Tunisia National Park is a beautiful destination for nature lovers with trekking tours available for visitors to explore the national park. Active travelers can also participate in various activities such as rock climbing and bungee jumping to experience the stunning views Ethiopia has to offer.

  • Day 3: Gabès
    2 hours (80 miles) from Kef Tunisia National Park

    Gabès is a medina and a beautiful city with oasis offering a relaxed setting for travelers. With traditional architecture, spice markets and desert scenery, this is an excellent place to rest and take a break.

  • Day 4: Sidi Bou Said - Tunis
    2 hours(65 miles) from Gabès

    Sidi Bou Said is a lovely walking city with beautiful buildings painted in bright blue and shops selling local crafts. Finish off the day in downtown Tunis to indulge on vibrant street markets and delicious local cuisine.

  • Day 5: Monastir Beach
    2 hours (80 miles) from Sidi Bou Said - Tunis

    Monastir Beach is a breathtaking location with crystal clear waters on one side and sandy dunes on the other. Whether swimming, sunbathing, taking walks or engaging in water sports activities, there is something for everyone at Monastir Beach.

  • Day 6: Carthage
    1 hour (8 miles) from Monastir Beach

    Carthage is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a rich history and beautiful monuments. Visitors can stroll along the ruins of ancient Carthage, view the stunning mosaics at the National Museum of Carthage, or take in the beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea.

  • Day 7: El Djem
    1 hour 30 minutes (60 miles) from Carthage

    El Djem is home to one of the greatest remaining sites of ancient Roman architecture, the El Djem Roman Amphitheatre. Visitors can take a step back in time with its intricate detailing and architectural grandeur.

  • Day 8: ChottEl Djerid
    4 hours (180 miles) from El Djem

    Experience desert tranquility at Chaat El Djerid lake, where the vast horizon meets the wide salt flats. Visitors can ride camels along the giant dunes and enjoy the silence of the grand desert.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Hammamet Beach (2 hours, TND10)
  • Kef Tunisia National Park (4 hours, TND25)
  • Gabès (3 hours, TND22)
  • Sidi Bou Said - Tunis (2 hours, TND12)
  • Monastir Beach (2 hours, TND15)
  • Carthage (3 hours, TND35)
  • El Djem (3 hours, TND18)
  • ChottEl Djerid (6 hours, TND50)
  • Total Estimated Costs (for entrance and transportation): TND187

Transportation

Travelers in Tunisia can hire a car or take a train, but hiring a car is highly recommended for this itinerary as it provides greater freedom and flexibility to explore each location at a relaxed pace. Car hire with basic insurance typically costs around TND35-40/day. Gas prices are reasonable, and parking space may take some effort in cities like Tunis. Train travel across the country ranges from TND2-10 per ticket depending on the distance traveled. Consider getting a SIM card or international data roaming plan to use Google Maps and GPS.

Useful tips

To make the most of your trip, consider adding an extra day or two to stay longer in any of the above-listed locations, giving visitors a chance to soak up more of the local culture and relax. For more adventure, one can engage in outdoor activities or explore more of Tunisia’s ancient and historic sites. If time is tight, we suggest cutting out Gabes's oasis district to close the loop and reduce journey time, allowing you to visit more locations.

Airports

Tunisia's main international airport is Tunis-Carthage International airport (TUN), located around 4 miles east of Tunis's city center. It's a modern airport with a range of facilities and services to meet traveler's needs. There are other airports around the country like Enfidha-Hammamet International Airport (NBE) and Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR) that operate domestic flights around Tunisia and some international flights.

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