Villanova Spring Break Escape 2026 – Tunisia

From the beaches of Hammamet to the dunes of the Sahara: An unforgettable Spring Break adventure for Villanova students across Tunisia.

Overview / Quick Facts

📍 Destinations: Tunis, Sidi Bou Said, Hammamet, El Djem, Matmata, Ksar Ghilane, Chott El Jerid, Tozeur, Sousse
⏲️ Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
📅 Dates: March 1–7, 2026 (Villanova Spring Break)
🚗 Tour Type: Student Adventure / Cultural & Nightlife
👟 Activity Level: Moderate (sports, desert, nightlife)
👤 Ideal For: Students, groups, cultural explorers, party-goers

🌟 Tour Description

This one-of-a-kind student Spring Break adventure combines Tunisia’s stunning beaches, epic history, and unforgettable nightlife. From the white-and-blue charm of Sidi Bou Said to the Roman coliseum of El Djem, desert camps under the stars, and VIP club nights in Hammamet and Sousse, this tour blends culture with fun. Add in Star Wars film sets, camel rides, beach sports, and a Tunisian league match, and you’ve got a week you’ll never forget.

🗓 Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Tunis

Welcome at the airport, transfer to hotel in Gammarth
Beach hangout + orientation
Evening: lounge party in La Marsa (bars & shisha lounges)
Overnight in Tunis (D)

Day 2: Sidi Bou Said & Tunis Medina

Explore the blue-and-white charm of Sidi Bou Said
Visit Carthage’s ancient ruins and the Byrsa Hill viewpoint
Stroll through Tunis Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Evening: Dinner and night out at the trendiest lounges in La Marsa
Overnight in Gammarth (B, L, D)

Day 3: Hammamet – Beach Sports & Park Fun

Beach volleyball, races & games (prizes included!)
Afternoon: Carthageland water & theme park
Evening: seaside dinner + lounge bar
Overnight in Hammamet (B, L, D)

Day 4: El Djem, Matmata & Ksar Ghilane

Visit El Djem Roman coliseum
Lunch in a troglodyte restaurant + Star Wars cave hotel in Matmata
Jeep drive into the desert, camel trek at sunset
Evening desert party under the stars
Overnight in Ksar Ghilane camp (B, L, D)

Day 5: Chott El Jerid & Oasis Jeep Safari

Cross Chott El Jerid salt flats
Visit Mos Espa set + mountain oases (Chebika & Tamerza)
Overnight in Sousse (B, D)

Day 6: Sousse – Sports, Match & Party

Quad biking + parasailing
Tunisian league football/basketball game (if scheduled)
Overnight in Sousse (B, L, D)

Day 7: Departure

Free time: shopping, spa recovery, last beach moments
Transfer to airport (B)

✅ Inclusions / ❌ Exclusions

Included:

✅ 6 nights in 4★ hotels (Tunis, Hammamet, Ksar Ghilane camp, Sousse)
✅ Daily breakfast + selected lunches & dinners
✅ Entrance to all sites, parks & museums
✅ Airport transfers & all ground transport
✅ English-speaking guide
✅ Entertainment: beach games, camel ride, quad bikes, parasailing, nightlife program
✅ All taxes

Not Included: