Full-day private tour
Sousse and Monastir Day Trip With Port El Kantaoui
This Sousse and Monastir day trip follows the Sahel coast with almost no time in the car. You start at the marina of Port El Kantaoui, explore the UNESCO medina and ribat of Sousse, then finish at the seafront ribat of Monastir. A private driver picks you up at your hotel, and you pay one price for the car, not per person.
- Duration
- 6h30
- From
- €90 per car, 1 to 4 people
- Pickup
- Your hotel, 08:00 or 09:00
- UNESCO medina
- Shortest drives
- No deposit
- Free cancellation 48 h before
Your day
- 1Port El Kantaoui
- 2Sousse
- 3Monastir
How the Sousse and Monastir Day Trip Runs
The Sousse and Monastir day trip runs north to south along one stretch of coast, so no drive takes more than 20 minutes. You start gently at Port El Kantaoui, reach the Sousse medina before the tour groups arrive and keep Monastir for the afternoon. Because the drives are so short, the plan bends easily: spend longer in one place and the driver simply trims another.
- 08:00
Pickup at your hotel
About 30 minutes from Hammamet. From Sousse you are already there.
- 08:30
Port El Kantaoui
Coffee by the marina and a walk around the harbour. About 1 hour.
- 09:45
Sousse
Medina, ribat, Great Mosque and the mosaic museum. About 2 hours.
- 12:00
Lunch on the coast
Fish on the Monastir waterfront or in the Sousse medina, at your own cost.
- 13:15
Monastir
Ribat, Bourguiba Mausoleum and the seafront. About 1 h 30.
- 15:15
Back at your hotel
An early return, with the rest of the afternoon free.
Stop 1: Port El Kantaoui, the Marina
Port El Kantaoui is a resort built in the 1970s in the style of an Andalusian village. Its car-free marina is lined with white houses, cafés and hundreds of boats. An hour is enough for a coffee by the water and a walk around the harbour. It is the easiest stop of the day, and the one children like best.
- Time here
- About 1 hour
- Entry
- Free
- Walking
- Flat, car-free
- Extra
- Boat trips on request
What you see
- The marina, full of yachts and fishing boats
- White Andalusian-style lanes with bougainvillea
- Café terraces facing the harbour
Stop 2: The Sousse Medina and Its Ribat
The medina of Sousse is on the UNESCO list and still lived in, not a showcase. A narrow staircase takes you up the ribat of 821 to a watchtower above the whole port. Next door, the Great Mosque looks more like a fort than a place of prayer, because the coast faced constant raids. Then the Kasbah museum shows some of the finest Roman mosaics in Tunisia.
- Time here
- About 2 hours
- Tickets
- About 8 TND per monument
- Best time
- Before 11:00
- Dress
- Shoulders and knees covered
What you see
- The ribat of 821 and its watchtower over the port
- The Great Mosque, built like a fortress
- The Sousse Archaeological Museum in the Kasbah, with its Roman mosaics
- Souks that sell to locals as much as to visitors
Stop 3: The Monastir Ribat and Bourguiba Mausoleum
The ribat of Monastir, built in 796, stands right at the water’s edge. You can climb to its terraces, and its walls have appeared in films such as Monty Python’s Life of Brian. Next to it, the Bourguiba Mausoleum and its golden domes tell the story of Tunisia’s first president. The area is flat and compact, which makes for an easy end to the day.
- Time here
- About 1 h 30
- Ticket
- About 8 TND for the ribat
- Walking
- Flat, very little
- Built
- 796 AD
What you see
- The ribat’s terraces and sea views
- The Bourguiba Mausoleum, white marble and golden domes
- The seafront promenade and the small medina
Sousse and Monastir Day Trip Price per Vehicle
The Sousse and Monastir day trip costs €90 per car from Hammamet, Sousse or Port El Kantaoui, and €140 from Tunis. For a family of four, that is €22.50 each. As with all our days, you pay for the vehicle, not for each seat. Monument tickets are paid on site, and you pay no deposit.
| Pickup from | Car · 1 to 4 | Van · 5 to 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Hammamet | €90€22.50 each for 4 | €130 |
| Sousse / Port El Kantaoui | €90€22.50 each for 4 | €130 |
| Tunis | €140€35 each for 4 | €180 |
Included
- Private air-conditioned car or van, never shared
- Your driver for the whole day
- Fuel, tolls and parking
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel
- Flexible start between 08:00 and 09:30
Not included
- Ribat and museum tickets, about 8 TND each
- Lunch and drinks
- A licensed guide (we can add one for a fee)
Tips for Your Sahel Coast Day
Two medinas, two ribats and a lot of stairs. Here is what to plan for.
Expect narrow stairs
The Sousse watchtower is reached by a tight spiral staircase. The ribat courtyard is open to everyone.
Dress modestly
The Great Mosque and the ribats ask for covered shoulders and knees. A light scarf or sarong is enough.
Wear good shoes
Both medinas are cobbled from end to end.
Make it your first day
Short drives and three towns give you a good feel for Tunisia before you head further inland.
More Day Trips From Your Hotel
Staying in Sousse? The Kairouan and El Jem day trip is only 1 h 15 away and pairs well with this day. Families often add the Friguia Park excursion for a half day with the animals. See all routes on our Tunisia private tours page.
Sousse, Monastir and Port El Kantaoui: Common Questions
What the day covers, what it costs and who it suits.
What does the Sousse and Monastir day trip include?
Three coastal towns: the marina of Port El Kantaoui, the medina, ribat and museum of Sousse, then the ribat and Bourguiba Mausoleum in Monastir. It takes about 6 h 30, plus lunch.
How much does a Sousse and Monastir day trip cost?
€90 per car for 1 to 4 people from Hammamet or Sousse, and €140 from Tunis. The price covers the car, fuel and the driver. Monument tickets, about 8 dinars each, are paid on site.
Is it suitable for people with limited mobility?
Partly. Port El Kantaoui and the Monastir seafront are flat and easy. The Sousse watchtower has a narrow spiral staircase and the medinas are cobbled. Tell us, and the driver will adapt the route.
Can it be done as a half day?
Yes. Keep Sousse and Monastir and drop Port El Kantaoui, for about four hours in total. Message us on WhatsApp with your hotel for a price.
Was the Monastir ribat used in films?
Yes, several times. Its walls appear in Monty Python’s Life of Brian and in Zeffirelli’s Jesus of Nazareth.
When is the Sousse medina quietest?
Before 11:00, before the hotel groups arrive. That is why we visit Sousse in mid-morning and keep Port El Kantaoui as a short first stop.
Book Your Sousse and Monastir Day Trip
Send us your hotel, your date and the number of travellers. We confirm by email within two hours with a fixed price for the car and no deposit. Pick your date and book your Sousse and Monastir day trip.
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