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From Tunis: Kairouan, El Jem, & Sousse Day Trip with Lunch

1. From Tunis: Kairouan, El Jem, & Sousse Day Trip with Lunch

After being picked up from your Tunis accommodation, set off for Kairouan. Start your tour with a visit to the last 2 9th-century Aghlabite Basins which were among the greatest waterworks of the Middle Ages. Witness the monuments from the top of the Tourist Information Building as you gain an introduction to the foundation of Kairouan and its glorious age. After this, continue the tour with a visit to the 7th-century Great Okba Mosque, the oldest mosque in North Africa. Appreciate the powerful and beautiful expression of faith inherent in the 9th-century architecture. Proceed to the nearby Sidi Sahbi, to visit the 17th-19th century building known for its minaret and beautiful courtyards lined with green-blue tile work and white plaster stucco. Then, arrive at the entrance to the Medina for a guided walk through the main street and up to the mystical "Bir Barrouta". Spend some free time strolling through the Medina and shopping. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant.  Up next, climb back into the vehicle and be transferred to the El Jem amphitheater, one of Tunisia's most visited sites.  Discover all about this monument, built in the 3rd century and still the largest Roman monument left in Africa. Marvel at its architecture. Finally, visit the Sousse Old Medina and the Port of El Kantaoui. Head back to Tunis and be dropped off at your accommodation in the city.

Tunis: Medina Guided Walking Tour

2. Tunis: Medina Guided Walking Tour

Meet your tour guide at the Hôtel Royal Victoria near the Bab Bhar area of Tunis. From there, you’ll explore the city and experience all the sides of Tunis: the old and the new, the modern and the traditional. Visit Tunis University and learn about Tunisia’s pride in its modern educational system. 30% of the country’s national budget is dedicated to education. Explore the souks, a set of shops and boutiques where trading has taken place since the 13th century. Navigate the labyrinthine streets of the Medina of Tunis and see its many shops, monuments, and mosques. As you explore the city, your guide will elaborate on Tunis’ rich architectural heritage, pointing out examples of Islamic and Roman architecture. Stop by the Tourbet el Bey and see the Tunisian royal mausoleum. Stroll through the fresh fish, fruits, and vegetables at the vibrant Central Market of Tunis. 

Walking Tour of the Medina

3. Walking Tour of the Medina

Classified as a Unesco heritage since 1979, it is one of the biggest medinas of the Islamic world , covers 260 Hectares and hosts some 700 historical monuments. You will go on a trip into the memory of the Mediterranean. Founded originally as a military base , Tunes Lemdina will become one of the most prosperous and attractive cities of the the Mediterranean. The Zaytouna mosque and university will make the medina of tunis a keystone of islamic knowledge and culture in Africa . Amazingly located at the borders between the four corners of the world , Tunes has attracted all students, pirates ,scholars, traders, soldiers , curious and artists . You will experience the mase of souks ; onve thete was a separate souk for each activity; gold,perfumes,traditional clothes,copper,leather,wool and much more. Enjoy the special smells of pastery mixed with traditional perfumes , coffee and old books .. Experience the composition of sounds of artisans graving visitors’s names on copper dishes or canting their merchandise..There is one shop in every 2 metres , each is playing a different music .. Then experience, the calm and tranquility of the Great Mosque, the medressa ( school of Coran) . Get into the courtyard..Enjoy the atmosphere and explore the colourful ceramics and amazing ornamentation of the roofs .. Enjoy a green tea with nuts or an arabic coffee or a fresh lemonade , at the roof of old palaces that give you a breathtaking panorama of Tunis. You will walk away from the souks , through the medina narrow streets to explore the neighbourhood and stop at the government yard “la kasbah”..surrounded by the Prime Ministry and some of the most important ministries of the country , the kasbah mosque,a small part of the old rampart and fort and Assadiquia School, Tunisia first modern school.

From Tunis: Kairouan and El Jem Private Day-Trip with Lunch

4. From Tunis: Kairouan and El Jem Private Day-Trip with Lunch

Explore Kairousan on a day-trip from Tunis, that includes the greatest waterworks of the middle ages, the Aghlabite Basins. Discover the Great Okba Mosque, one of the oldest in North Africa, and enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off, plus lunch at a local restaurant. Depart from Tunis by getting picked up from your accommodation and head toward Kairouan. Once there, transport back in time to the 9th-century Aghlabite Basins, that are witnessed from the top of the Tourist Information Building. Take this first visit as the introduction to the foundation of Kairouan and its glorious age. Next, proceed to the 7th-century Great Okba Mosque, the oldest in all of North Africa. Appreciate the powerful and beautiful expression of faith inherent in the 9th-century building. Find next the nearby Sidi Sahbi, and explore the building with its minaret and stunning courtyards, lined with green-blue tile work and white plaster stucco. Upon the entrance to the Medina, enjoy a guided walk through the main street of this mystical place. Take advantage of the free time available to embark on a quest for individual discovery and shopping nearby. Stop at a local restaurant and taste new flavors at a local restaurant. Relax during the hour and fifteen-minute drive toward El Jem's amphitheater. As one of the main attractions in Tunisia, this monumental site is the most commonly visited by tourists from around the world. Learn its ancient history, from its construction in the mid 3rd-century AD to understanding how it became the largest Roman monument in Africa. As of the last large amphitheaters built during the Roman era, its architectural design is an improvement over that of the Coliseum of Rome. After fulfilling your thirst for knowledge about this spectacular place, ride back to Tunis in a comfortable and air-conditioned vehicle.

Cape Bon Peninsula: Full-day Tour from Tunis or Hammamet

5. Cape Bon Peninsula: Full-day Tour from Tunis or Hammamet

After pickup from your hotel, start your tour with a visit to the Archeological Museum of Nabeul. Also know as Neapolis in ancient times, the city of Nabeul was founded in the 5th century BC. The Archeological Museum was renovated in 2003, and although it is only the size of a house, it boasts an amazing collection of mosaics and other rare specimens from various archaeological sites in the region of Cape Bon. Next, head to Kelibiya to explore the fortress of Kelibia, one of the most important monuments of Cape Bon. This historic fortress is built on a massive rock 150 meters high. It is the largest and best-preserved Muslim fortress in Tunisia. You’ll also stop at the nearby port of Kelibia, the fourth largest fishing port in Tunisia and enjoy spectacular views of the fortress from there. Then discover the ruins of Kerkouane, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing on to Ghar el Kebir, to visit the caves of Haouaria. These artificial caves were dug by prisoners and slaves under the authority of the Carthaginians and Romans. The blocks of stone that were extracted were shipped by sea to Carthage, on the other side of the Gulf of Tunis. Near the end of the tour, enjoy a hike along the Ras ed-Ddar 393 meters above Cape Bon. From the summit marvel at an extraordinary view that extends all the way to Sicily on a clear day. Finally, visit the hot natural baths of Korbous before heading back to your hotel.

Tunis: Private Full-Day Tunis Highlights Tour

6. Tunis: Private Full-Day Tunis Highlights Tour

Start the day with pickup at your hotel in Tunis. Make the 25-minute trip to Carthage in a comfortable, air-conditioned car, spotting some of Tunisia’s most exclusive villas along the way. Explore the city with your guide, marveling at ancient landmarks with sweeping views of the surrounding coastline. Carthage was famously destroyed by the Romans in 146 BC, but excavations have revealed five-story homes, sewage systems, and the remains of city walls that once stretched 21 miles across Byrsa Hill. After visiting the UNESCO-listed archeological site, continue to Sidi Bou Said, a blue-and-white, picturesque village that looks over the Mediterranean Sea. Pause for lunch at a local restaurant, then return to Tunis to visit the Tunis Medina, the city’s UNESCO-listed old city. Follow your guide through the narrow streets to the Zitouna Mosque, a traditional cap-makers market, and Tunis' colorful perfume market. The tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel in Tunis.

From Tunis: Overnight to Kairouan, El Jem, Monastir & Sousse

7. From Tunis: Overnight to Kairouan, El Jem, Monastir & Sousse

Depart Tunis for Kairouan in an air-conditioned van and explore last two 9th-century Aghlabite Basins which were among the greatest waterworks of the Middle Ages. Proceed to the 7th-century Great Okba Mosque, the oldest mosque in North Africa. Nearby is the Mosque Sidi Sahbi (Mosque of the Barber), known for its minaret and beautifully tiled courtyards. Walk through the hustle and bustle of the medina (old city) and take a picture of the camel at "Bir Barrouta." Enjoy lunch on your own and free time to explore the medina.  Regroup and travel approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes to El Jem and admire its monumental amphitheater. Built in the mid-3rd-century AD, it is the largest Roman monument left in Africa, and ranks 3rd in the Empire after those of Rome and Verona. One of the last large amphitheaters built during the Roman era, its architectural design is an improvement over that of the Colosseum of Rome. After the tour, continue to a guesthouse for dinner and overnight.  The following day, enjoy breakfast in the hotel before travelling 40 km to Mahdia. Visit the Skifa Kahla, a massive fortified gate that survives the original Fatimid city, and spend time exploring the souk (market). Regroup and travel 1 hour and 15 minutes to Monastir to visit its grand cemetery where Habib Bourguiba, Tunisia’s first president, was put to rest.  In Monastir, admire the old Ribat (fortress) which has been used as a location for films such as "Life of Brian" and "Life of Christ." Eat lunch in a local restaurant before travelling 20 km to Sousse. Wander through labyrinthic streets to visit the Grand Mosque, the Ribat, and the Dar Esid, a Tunisian Family House museum. Along with its enchanting medieval Islamic history, Sousse wears another hat as a modern resort filled with hamams and beautiful beaches. Visit the El Kantaoui port before meeting the driver for the return transfer to Tunis.

From Tunis: Day Trip to Kef & Jugurtha Tableland with Lunch

8. From Tunis: Day Trip to Kef & Jugurtha Tableland with Lunch

Kef :Be picked up at your accommodation in Tunis and head to the northeast of Tunisia to explore the city of Kef. If you arrive, visit the kasbah of Kef, a fortress built in 1600 by the Ottomans to defend the city of Kef. Leave behind Tunis and the beaches of the coast and discover a little known side of Tunisia: the Atlas Mountains and the plains of the “hauts plateaux”. In these contrasting landscapes of the west of Tunisia you’ll find Le Kef, a charming little town with a tumultuous past. Natural beauty is not the only thing this region has to offer: the town has held on to countless memories of its vibrant history, including its Ottoman fortress. The imposing Atlas Mountains boast stunning panoramas, including, for example, the Ottoman fort in El Kef. You can also enjoy fabulous views of the mountains of the Jugurtha Tableland. Take a stroll through the old town of El Kef, which is nestled into the cliff face overlooking stunning valleys. One of its attractions is the plethora of different monuments and relics from all eras and all religions. You’ll be able to see cisterns and Roman baths, an ancient church dedicated to St Peter, an 18th century Jewish synagogue that is also honored by the town’s Muslims, and three neighboring cemeteries: Muslim, Jewish and Christian. But El Kef’s most iconic monument is the Sidi Bou Makhlouf Mausoleum, with its ribbed white domes and its octagonal minaret decorated with emerald green ceramics. Next, buy your original kef food and take the road to explore kalaat snan where a 1271 m high plateau, a rare or unique geological structure in the world. The jugurtha table is so called because it served as a fortress for the army of the Numidian king jugurtha during his war against Rome. The table is accessible by a staircase cut in the rock.

From Tunis: Day Trip to Beja, Testour and Dougga with Lunch

9. From Tunis: Day Trip to Beja, Testour and Dougga with Lunch

In the vicinity of Beja, a few kilometers to the east of the region, lies the village of Testour. This small village is the best witness of the Andalusian occupation for certain regions of Tunisia. Here, between the alleys, you will feel a strong Andalusian presence that manifests itself in the urbanistic composition, the Western architectural style, and the crafts still exercised in the village. The next stop of the day will be the archaeological site of Dougga. The World Heritage Site of Ancient Thugga is a Roman archaeological site in Tunisia. An Area of 60 hectares offers both a beautiful landscape of plains that extend on the flanks of the surrounding hills and ruins of Punic, Numidian, Roman and Byzantine monuments that tell you the story of an ancient city as well. Before the end, a little to the north-west of Téboursouk, on the flanks of Jebel Ghorra, the park of Djebba was arranged to facilitate you the hike. Take time to admire the waterfall and take pictures in the wilderness with breathtaking panoramic mountain scenery.

From Tunis: Full-Day Cape Bon Tour

10. From Tunis: Full-Day Cape Bon Tour

NABEUL: -After pickup from your hotel, start your tour with a visit to the Archeological museum of Nabeul. Also known as Neapolis in ancient times. City of Nabeul famous for its colorful pottery and bustling weekly market (Friday mornings). Tours of local ceramics manufacturers can be interesting and worth a look at the massive kilns. Make no mistake about it, though; these tours are thinly veiled attempts to encourage tourists into the showrooms. Much of the same thing can be found in each store. KELIBIA: - This quiet fishing town continues to survive mainly on its fishing fleet and as a service center for the surrounding farmland. The fabulous old fort overlooking the harbor has nearly 2500 years of history contained within its walls. KERKOUANE: - Kerkouane’s small museum displays the beautiful Punic jewelry made of gold and other precious metals, as well as other artifacts. Kerkouane is the first Carthaginian site in Tunisia to produce more than a few funerary objects. HAOUARIA: - During the Roman era, sandstone blocks were quarried from the length of the coast to build Carthage and other nearby Roman towns. The interconnected Haouaria caves are the most picturesque of these grottoes

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Great walking tour through the maze of the Medina. We went inside buildings and through streets that we wouldn’t have been able to without a guide. Good information, without being too much. Better joining instructions would have been helpful. The square is very busy with lots of people and it was awkward standing outside the hotel as the security kept asking us questions.

BEST experience ever!!!!!!!!! Fehmi and the agence Yahoo Travel tailored the perfect trip for us. I’ve been travelling for 30 years and I’ve never experienced that. The level of knowledge and friendliness from these people is above excellent.

guide was prompt and very knowledgeable. His English was very good. We visited the Tunis Medina on a Sunday, when shops were not open and it was easy to see the architecture.

It was wonderful! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and showed us places that we wouldn’t see by ourselves! Highly recommended it

I had the greatest quality tour with Mr. Yousef. A very well structured tour.