Sousse & Monastir tour: 4-hour coastal history with tastings

The Ribat of Monastir is an 8th-century fortress that rises straight from the seafront.

A private 4-hour tour of Sousse or Monastir with a badged driver and live guide in English, Italian, French or German, traveling in an air-conditioned vehicle. The itinerary is customizable to your interests, and includes entrance fees, bottled water, and a gourmet tasting of local specialties. Pickup is included. You choose which city to explore or visit both.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private half-day tour of Sousse or Monastir

• Visit Sousse Medina alleys and souks
• Explore Ribat of Sousse fortress
• See Port El Kantaoui marina
• Tour Ribat of Monastir fortress
• View Bourguiba Mausoleum monument
• Enjoy gourmet tasting of local specialties

The experience

The Sousse Medina is a UNESCO-listed maze of narrow alleys and traditional souks where you move at your own pace, with your guide explaining the architecture and local culture as you walk. The Ribat of Sousse, a medieval fortress overlooking the city and coast, sits a short drive away. If you pick Monastir instead, the route centers on the Ribat of Monastir (an iconic 8th-century Islamic fortress that rises directly from the waterfront), and the Bourguiba Mausoleum, with its golden domes and marble minarets. Port El Kantaoui, an Arab-Andalusian marina lined with luxury yachts and cafes, can be added to either itinerary depending on what interests you.

You travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a knowledgeable driver who holds a badge and speaks your language. The 4-hour window gives you time to move through the sites without rushing, and the itinerary flexes to match what you want to see. A gourmet tasting of local specialties, including mint tea, is built into the tour, so you sample the food without hunting for a restaurant. Entrance fees and bottled water are covered. You bring only yourself and your camera.

Pickup is included in your booking. You can depart from Sousse, Monastir, Kairouan, or Mahdia, depending on where you're staying. The tour works for families with infants and small children, who can travel in a pram or stroller, or in a specialized infant seat if you request one when you book.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle.
• live guide in your choice of English, Italian, French or German.
• entrance fees to the medina and fortress sites.
• gourmet tasting of local specialties including mint tea.
• bottled water.
• hotel or accommodation pickup.

Options for this experience

5 options

Depart from KairouanUp to 1 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 08:00Includes pickup

Visit Sousse.Up to 4 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 16:00Pickup is included for departures from Sousse or Monastir

Visit MonastirUp to 4 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 16:00Berline vehicle with pickup included, departing from Sousse or Monastir

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Tour covering Sousse and MonastirUp to 4 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 16:00Pickup from Sousse or Monastir: departure from either city, with pickup included in a berline vehicle

Departure from MahdiaUp to 4 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 5 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 12:00Visit to Sousse or Monastir, with pickup included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 16:00

Book up to7h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats available

Operated by Miral Travel Service

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to set your own pace and decide which sites matter to you. A private vehicle with guide lets you skip what doesn't interest you and linger where it does.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French, German and Italian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Medina of Sousse like to walk through?

The Sousse Medina is a UNESCO site of narrow, winding alleys lined with traditional architecture and active souks where locals buy and sell goods. Your guide walks you through the layout and explains the history and culture as you explore at a pace that suits you.

Can I visit both Sousse and Monastir in one tour, or do I have to pick one?

You choose at checkout: visit Sousse only, Monastir only, or both cities in the same 4-hour tour. The itinerary adjusts based on which option you select, and your driver and guide tailor the stops to fit the time.

What does the gourmet tasting include?

The tasting features local specialties and mint tea, served during a break in the tour. The exact dishes depend on what is fresh and available that day, and your guide can accommodate dietary preferences if you mention them when booking.

Which departure points are available?

You can depart from Sousse, Monastir, Kairouan, or Mahdia, depending on where you're staying. Pickup from your hotel or accommodation is included in the price.