Tunis day trip from Sousse: Medina, Carthage & Sidi Bou Said

Walk the Medina's narrow streets or stand among Carthage's ancient ruins, choosing your own pace.

A private day tour from Sousse to Tunis, Carthage and Sidi Bou Said with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport and a multilingual driver-host. You pick between exploring the Medina's lively old streets or the Bardo National Museum, then move through the blue-and-white village of Sidi Bou Said and the legendary ruins of Carthage. Stop times are flexible within the 6 to 9 hour tour, and your driver-host adjusts the route if a specific site interests you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Tunis and nearby historic sites

• Visit Medina of Tunis
• Explore Bardo National Museum (optional)
• Walk through Sidi Bou Said village
• Tour ancient ruins of Carthage
• See Baths of Antoninus in Carthage

The experience

The tour starts from your hotel in Sousse and moves through Tunisia's most visited landmarks in a single day. You choose your opening: either wander the Medina of Tunis (a buzzing old city of narrow streets, markets and everyday Tunisian life), or visit the Bardo National Museum to see its treasures. The Medina doesn't feel staged. It moves around you with real street energy, and your driver-host can join you to help with prices if you ask. The Bardo holds what the Medina doesn't: the quieter, curated side of the city's history.

From there, the route moves to Sidi Bou Said, a cliffside village of blue-and-white streets and Mediterranean views where you walk freely through narrow lanes, cafés and art galleries. The sea breeze and light make every corner photogenic. Your driver-host shares local-life facts on the road, comparing Tunisian daily life with yours in a conversational way. Then comes Carthage, where the ruins of the ancient city still overlook the sea. You explore sites like the Baths of Antoninus and the historic hill of Byrsa, and if a specific site calls to you, mention it on the day and the route adjusts. Your driver-host brings the ancient city back to life with simple stories as you stand where it happened.

Transport is private, only your group participates, and the vehicle is air-conditioned. Pickup and drop-off happen at your hotel address. You set the pace at each stop within the tour window, and lunch happens when and where you prefer. Your driver-host suggests restaurants if you ask. Photo help is available at viewpoints and group shots. A 24/7 WhatsApp line connects you to support, and the day before the tour, your driver-host's contact and tour details arrive via message.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from your chosen address.
• private air-conditioned vehicle for your group only.
• multilingual driver-host sharing local insights throughout the day.
• flexible stop times at each site within the tour duration.
• photo help on request at viewpoints and group shots.
• 24/7 WhatsApp support.
• lunch recommendations and help choosing where to eat (only if you ask).
• free drop-off flexibility if on the route, or a small fee for off-itinerary cities.
• group savings that lower the price per person as your group grows.
• pickup details and driver-host contact sent via WhatsApp the day before the tour.

Options for this experience

5 options

Pickup from any hotel in Mahdia07:00, 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30Pickup is included

Pickup from any hotel in Monastir07:00, 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30Pickup is included

Pickup from any hotel in Tunis07:00, 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30Pickup is included

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Pickup from any hotel in Sousse07:00, 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30Pickup is included

Pickup from any hotel in Hammamet07:00, 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30Pickup is included

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00, 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30

Book up to3h before

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 17 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Saymeen Tours and Transfers

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to set your own rhythm at each stop and have a private vehicle for your group. The flexible schedule means you can spend extra time in the Medina's markets, linger in Sidi Bou Said's cafés, or explore more of Carthage's ruins: all within the same day and without a fixed group schedule.

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Top questions

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.

Can I choose between the Medina and the Bardo Museum, or do I visit both?

You choose one or the other as your opening stop in Tunis. The Medina is the lively old city with markets and street life. The Bardo is the museum. Your driver-host will confirm your preference when you book or the day before the tour starts.

What are the Baths of Antoninus in Carthage?

The Baths of Antoninus are the largest Roman thermal complex built on African soil and one of the few Carthaginian structures with surviving remains. They sit in Carthage overlooking the Mediterranean and are one of the most famous sites your driver-host usually includes on the route.

Is entry to Carthage included in the price?

Entry to the archaeological sites in Carthage is not included. Tickets cost around 3.5 euros per person and are paid on site only if you choose to enter. Your driver-host can explain what each site offers so you decide which ones interest you.

Can I pick a different hotel for pickup if I'm not staying in Sousse?

Yes. Pickup options include hotels in Hammamet, Sousse, Mahdia, Tunis and Monastir. Choose your pickup location when you book, and the driver-host will collect you from your hotel address on the day of the tour.

What language does the driver-host speak?

Your driver-host is multilingual and shares friendly, general local facts about Tunisia in your language. This is conversational insight about daily life, not heavy historical detail.

Can the tour fit if I have a wheelchair or need accessible transport?

Yes. The vehicle and all tour areas are wheelchair accessible, and transportation options are adapted for wheelchair users. Infants can ride in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available on request.