Full-Day Itinerary — From Sousse to El Jem & Sfax

About this experience

07:30 – Departure from Sousse
Begin your journey in the comfort of a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with your expert guide. Travel southward through Tunisia’s inland landscape.

08:45 – Arrival at El Jem
Step back into the grandeur of the Roman Empire. Visit the UNESCO-listed El Jem Amphitheatre, capable of seating over 30,000 spectators. Its towering arches and underground chambers will transport you to the days of gladiators.
Visit Duration: approx. 45 minutes
Entrance Included

09:30 – Continue Toward Sfax with a Stop at a Traditional Olive Oil Press
Learn how Tunisia’s prized olive oil is made at a local mill. Sample fresh oil and discover centuries-old extraction techniques still in use today.
Stop Duration: approx. 30 minutes

11:30 – Arrival in Sfax: Discover the Artisan Spirit

• Stop at a traditional pastry shop
• Visit a local craft workshop and meet artisans preserving ancient skills

12:00 – Guided Walking Tour of the Medina
Begin your exploration from the historic municipality square.

• Visit Dar Jallouli Museum, a noble mansion from the 17th century featuring colorful tilework, wood-carved ceilings, and traditional furnishings
• View exhibits on Sfaxian marriage traditions, local costumes, culinary tools, and more
• Continue through the bustling medina to the famous fish market
  Duration: approx. 1.5 hours
  Museum Entry Included

13:30 – Lunch at Sangho Syphax Hotel
Relax and savor a full Tunisian lunch at this elegant hotel restaurant.
Lunch Duration: approx. 1 hour

14:30 – Return to the Medina

14:45 – Visit to the Kasbah of Sfax
Explore this fortress-turned-museum that once protected the old city. A beautiful viewpoint and cultural highlight.
Duration: approx. 30 minutes

15:15 – Free Time in the Medina
Stroll independently, browse local shops, or enjoy a coffee in the heart of the medina.

16:00 – Departure Back to Sousse
Enjoy a scenic return drive through the countryside.

18:00 – Arrival at Your Hotel in Sousse / Port El Kantaoui

What’s Included

• Hotel pickup & drop-off (Sousse & Port El Kantaoui)
• Private transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
• Licensed, multilingual guide
• Entrance tickets (El Jem Amphitheatre, Dar Jallouli Museum, Kasbah)
• Visit to a traditional olive oil press and artisan workshop
• Full Tunisian lunch at Sangho Syphax Hotel
• Bottled water during the tour

Know Before You Go

• Wear comfortable walking shoes — the medina includes cobbled streets
• Sun protection is advised (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
• This tour blends history, architecture, culinary culture, and traditional arts
• Suitable for all ages with moderate walking