Private Tour
Private Tour to Kairouan, El Jem & Monastir from Tunis_hammamet
Overview
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From your Hotel to the city of Kairouan, the fourth holy city of Islam and the spiritual capital of Tunisia. You will visit the great mosque which is the oldest religious building in the Muslim West. Afterwards you will have free time in the medina of Kairouan. Then El Djem the ancient city of Thysdrus, one of the most prosperous in Roman Africa for the visit of its amphitheater and end the excursion with Monastir, the ancient Punic and then Roman city of Ruspina.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Great Mosque of Kairouan
The Great Mosque is the symbol of Kairouan. It is one of the oldest and most beautiful mosques in the world, one of the most impressive monuments in all of the Maghreb! Its religious prestige makes Kairouan the 4th holy city of Islam. We admire its imposing minaret, its majestic courtyard of impressive dimensions, surrounded by superbly drawn arcades and sheltering a sundial, and the high doors of richly carved cedar wood. They open onto the prayer rooms, adorned with dozens of marble columns. Built in 670, this architectural masterpiece whose appearance evokes an adobe fortress has inspired other mosques in the Maghreb.
Medina of Kairouan
The medina of Kairouan is one of the most preserved and authentic in Tunisia, where you can take a look in the souks, taste the pastries of Kairouan "Les Mekroudhs" and its artisanal carpet making.
What‘s Included
Entrance – The Aghlabid basins
Certified professional tourist guide
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Entrance - Medina of Kairouan
Entrance - Forte El Ribat
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance - Amphitheater of El Jem
Entrance - Great Mosque of Kairouan
Lunch
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Private Tour to Kairouan, El Jem & Monastir from Tunis_hammamet
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Reviews
362 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour!
Stephen K,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00awesome tour! so much to see in one day! The Grand Mosque of Kiaroun is so interesting and El Jem collisuem is remarkable.
Great excursion and thank you...
Gregory L,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great excursion and thank you to the guide and driver who made this excursion pleasant. Very good explanation of the guide on the different historical site visit.
Great guide and great...
CarloAlberto B,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great guide and great driver! The tour is worth it, maybe I would stop more in Kairouan and skip Monastir but overall 5 stars experience!
Recommended Tour
Helen M,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour covers a lot of ground! We were able to see a lot in just one day. The car was comfortable and the driver was very good. Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. He recommended us a good place for lunch. We got back to the hotel at the time he predicted which was also nice. We would definitely recommend!
Knowledgeable, friendly, and excellent guide
michaelsO8345AG,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Imen was a wonderful guide and really helped me appreciate all these incredible sites. She was extremely knowledgeable and has a way of making the information she shares exciting. It’s clear she loves what she does and her energy is infectious. I’ve traveled all around the world and Imen is one of the best.
Good trip to Kairouan, El Jem, and Monastir
AdrianFirth,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The visits to Kairouan Mosque and Medina, El Jem the amphitheatre, and the Ribat of Monastir were very good. Driver, vehicle, and guide were very good. It was a 10 hour trip for maybe 3.5 hours of visiting.
Perfect pacing, great guide, and a wonderful January experience
R3287MTgustavod,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day trip and I would absolutely recommend it. Our guide, Yaya, was punctual, friendly, and incredibly patient. The atmosphere was relaxed the entire time and we never felt rushed, which mattered a lot because my mom is 62 and moves a bit more slowly. Even though the Aghlabid Basins were closed that day, Yaya handled it perfectly and took us to an alternative water well where we could get up close to the working camels, which ended up being a really special experience. He also suggested a great place to eat, and we had plenty of time to enjoy the meal. On the drive, he even stopped so we could take photos of the white flamingos, which was such a thoughtful touch. Yaya was extremely knowledgeable and explained the history and foundations of every site we visited in a clear, engaging way. We returned to Tunis feeling like we had truly seen and understood a lot in one day, and we felt very accomplished. Experience: Excellent, well organized, flexible when plans changed Admission fee: All admission fees were included, exactly as described in the tour Length of visit: Perfect pacing, enough time at each stop Atmosphere: Calm and comfortable Crowd size: In the car it was only me and my mom (so it felt private). At the sites, since it was January, everything was much less crowded than usual, which was amazing Staff: Outstanding, professional, and kind Best for: Anyone, really!
Absolutely worth doing this trip!
W9324ULricks,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The. trip was amazing!. We were able to see the great mosque of Kairouan, got to explore all levels above and below of the amphitheatre at El Jem (without the crowds of the Roman Coliseum!), and went inside the Ribat of Monaster (an ancient seaside fort). It was just me and my wife, and we were able to go at our own pace, taking our time, fully satisfied with everything we did and never feeling rushed. And our guide Zied and driver Rabii were both awesome. Zied had advanced historic and cultural knowledge since he has been studying this his adult life. I always ask a LOT of questions on tours, and Zied was able to give a detailed answer to every one of my questions. We had a wonderful and unforgettable time and HIGHLY recommend this excursion if you want to experience some of the highlights of the ancient culture of Tunisia!
A great history lesson and a dive into Tunisian Culture
EatTravelLive,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I am glad I booked this trip. I am also very glad that I asked for a guide. Our guide Imen and driver showed up well in time, were very professional and friendly. The vehicle for the 4 of us was spacious, and clean. We were starting from Tunis, so there was a bit of a drive, but it was planned very well. Imen introduced the history to us, showed us the plan for the day, and answered many of our questions. She is friendly, well-spoken, and courteous. The sites are amazing, and her knowledge and information made it better. We also enjoyed local sweets in Kairouan, and loved the atmosphere. Overall, this is a great experience. Highly recommended.
A Fab day in Tunisia
Bami L,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mr Chaouki is a tour guide to dream of, deeply knowledgeable and very friendly. He took time out to ask and understand our interests in Tunisia and then proceeded to rearrange our itinerary for the day, eg going to El Jem early morning when it was less crowded so that we could enjoy the colosseum without the queuing and crowds. Afterwards we went to Kairouan and he made the rest on the day really memorable. But here’s the thing on our way to the Medina, Chaouki stopped by a bakery and got a freshly baked piping hot Tabouna (Local Bread) which he shared with us generously. The taste of it… Heavenly! He further came thru for us as we had a slight hiccup with another Guide for a tour of Carthage. Chaouki made the trip worthwhile.
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