18 days in Tunisia Itinerary

Bizerte; historically: Phoenician: Hippo Acra, Hippo Diarrhytus and Hippo Zarytus), also known in English as Bizerta, is a town of Bizerte Governorate in Tunisia. On the 29th (Mon), take in the waterfront at Qsiba and then pause for some serene contemplation at Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church. On the 30th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to Fort d'Espagne, then explore the activities along Ichkeul National Park, and then admire nature's wide array of creatures at Musee Oceanographique.

For traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Bizerte trip site.

Montreal, Canada to Bizerte is an approximately 13.5-hour combination of flight and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from Montreal to Bizerte. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Montreal in June, with highs in Bizerte at 34°C and lows at 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Beja Governorate.

Béja Governorate is one of the twenty-four governorates of Tunisia. On the 1st (Wed), delve into the distant past at Ain Tounga, delve into the distant past at Dougga, and then don't miss a visit to Musti.

To see maps, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Beja Governorate trip planner.

Drive from Bizerte to Beja Governorate in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in June, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) early enough to go by car to Monastir.

Known for its imposing 8th-century fortress, the coastal city of Monastir offers visitors pristine beaches, a scenic waterfront, and a number of historic buildings to admire.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Monastir: The Great Mosque of Kairouan (in Kairouan), Passengers Design Store (in Hammam Sousse) and Port El Kantaoui (Aqua Palace & Hannibal Park). There's much more to do: browse the eclectic array of goods at Medina of Sousse, see the interesting displays at Museum Dar Essid, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sousse Ribat RIBAT, and go for a stroll along the water at Monastir Marina.

To find reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Monastir sightseeing tool.

You can drive from Beja Governorate to Monastir in 3.5 hours. Another option is to take a train. Traveling from Beja Governorate in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Monastir, with lows of 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can drive to El-Jem.

El Djem is a town in Mahdia Governorate, Tunisia, population 21,576 (2014 census). On the 5th (Sun), delve into the distant past at Amphitheatre of El Jem, take an in-depth tour of Archaeological Museum of El-Djem, then stroll through Mahdia Beach, and finally visit Mahdia's Old Town. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: browse the eclectic array of goods at Souks, wander the streets of Bab Bhar, and then relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers.

To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the El-Jem online holiday builder.

Traveling by car from Monastir to El-Jem takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. July in El-Jem sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can drive to Hammamet.

Budget-constrained beach lovers relish a vacation in Hammamet, one of Tunisia's oldest resort towns known for its lush greenery.

Explore Hammamet's surroundings by going to Tunis (Medina of Tunis, The National Bardo Museum, &more) and D'Enfidha (in Enfidha). There's much more to do: make a trip to Medina of Hammamet, wander the streets of Yasmin Hammamet, find something for the whole family at Carthageland, and kick back and relax at Hammamet Beach.

For more things to do, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Hammamet sightseeing planner.

Traveling by car from El-Jem to Hammamet takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 40°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) early enough to drive to Carthage.

Carthage is known for historic sites, museums, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the ancient world of Site Archeologique de Carthage, examine the collection at Carthage Museuma, stop by Rose Mandarine, and make a trip to Carthage Aqueduct.

To find other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read our Carthage trip planner.

You can drive from Hammamet to Carthage in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and subway. July in Carthage sees daily highs of 40°C and lows of 26°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to travel to Djerba Island.

Explore pristine beaches and charming villages on a vacation on Djerba Island, a small island in the Gulf of Gabes known for its Berber population.

Djerba Island is known for zoos & aquariums, museums, and historic sites. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: tour the pleasant surroundings at Ranch Yassmina Djerba La Douce, get to know the resident critters at Djerba Explore Park, don't miss a visit to Dar Jilani La maison des Arts & Metiers, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Sidi Yati Mosque.

To see traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Djerba Island holiday builder.

Traveling by flight from Carthage to Djerba Island takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of subway, train, and taxi. In July in Djerba Island, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can travel back home.