Cultural Tunisia offers a unique experience that combines rich ancient history with impressive natural landscapes. This tour is ideal for those wishing to explore the country’s main historical and archaeological sites, many of which have been declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
Explore ancient history
Tunisia is a real treasure for history lovers. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to visit renowned historical sites, such as Carthage, an ancient Phoenician city whose ruins are an impressive testimony to the glorious past of the Mediterranean. In addition, visit Dougga, one of the best preserved Roman cities in North Africa, where you can admire theatres, temples and spas that tell the stories of ancient civilizations.
Natural wonders and oasis
The tour takes you beyond the historical ruins, allowing you to discover the stunning natural landscapes of southern Tunisia. Meanwhile, it explores the magnificent oases, where lush vegetation contrasts with the arid desert, creating an unparalleled beauty scene. In addition, visit the salt lake of Chott el Jerid, a vast expanse of white salt that looks like a frozen sea and offers spectacular views, especially at sunset.
Troglodite villages
One of the most fascinating experiences of this tour is the visit to the Troglodite villages, such as Matmata, where the houses are dug into the rock to protect the inhabitants from the intense heat of the desert. Yeah, these villages offer a unique glimpse of traditional life and are known to have served as the setting for famous movies like Star Wars. Furthermore, he walks the labyrinthic streets and discovers how the local inhabitants adapted their architecture to the extreme conditions of the desert.
World Heritage Sites
Meanwhile, from the ruins of Carthage to the oases of the desert, each stop on your way offers a new perspective on Tunisia’s rich heritage.
Plan Your Cultural Journey
Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this cultural adventure in Tunisia. Book your seat on this tour and prepare for an unforgettable journey combining history, culture and nature in a harmonious way. So let yourself be enchanted by the ancient stories, marvel at the dazzling landscapes and create memories that will last forever.
Tunisia awaits you for a unique cultural discovery!
8 Days
Since 1545€ / Per Person
Visit the Bardo Museum in Tunis, which has the largest collection of Roman mosaics,
Explore the fascinating ruins of Carthage, including Byrsa Hill,
Explore the old residential neighborhood,
Explore Tofet (an ancient Punic shrine),
Explore the Punic ports and the Antonino Baths,
Visit Sidi Bou Said, a charming village of blue and white houses,
Exploring Bulla Regia, an important archaeological site that was a thriving Roman city in the 1st and 2nd centuries AD,
Travelling to Dougga, a crucial Roman archaeological site in Tunisia and UNESCO World Heritage since 1997,
Visit Kairouan, the holy city of Islam and the first Arab-founded city in Tunisia,
Explore its ancient monuments, such as the Water Tanks of the Aglabids, the Barber Mausoleum (Sidi Sahib), the Great Okba Mosque and the Medina moved with its picturesque souks,
IN/OUT (Airport-Hotel-Airport)
Transportation by vehicle with air conditioning
Spanish language guide during the tour
Assistance at the airport
7 nights’ accommodation in 5 star hotels
Visits mentioned in the program
Entrances to archaeological sites, museums and mosques
Meals as indicated in the program (7 Breakfast + 6 Dining)
Travel Insurance (Possibility of Upgrade)
International flights (We will help you buy them if you wish)
Drinks, lunch and dinner on the day of arrival
Visits not mentioned in the program
Optional excursions
Tips for the guide and the driver
Rate of stay in 3TND hotels (1 €) per person and night
Traveller medical appointment
Upgrade travel insurance
Itinerary
Day 1
Airport - Tunis
Arrival at the airport of Tunis, reception by our team and transportation to the city of Tunis.
Hotel accommodation. (Dinner not included)
Day 2
Bardo - Cartago - Sidi Bou Said - Túnis
After breakfast, you'll visit the Bardo Museum in Tunis, which has the most extensive collection of Roman mosaics. Afterwards, you'll explore the fascinating ruins of Carthage, including Byrsa Hill, the old residential quarter, Tofet (an ancient Punic sanctuary), the Punic harbours and the Baths of Antoninus.
To end the day, you'll visit Sidi Bou Said, a charming village of blue and white houses, where you'll have free time to stroll around.
The day will end with dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Day 3
Tunes - Bulla Regia - Dougga - Kairouan
After breakfast, you'll explore Bulla Regia, an important archaeological site that was a thriving Roman city in the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. Its unique underground houses, with innovative architecture and beautifully preserved mosaics, offer a fascinating insight into life in ancient Rome.
Next, you'll travel to Dougga, a crucial archaeological site from the Roman era in Tunisia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. Its impressive ruins include a theatre, a Capitol, a forum, thermal baths, houses, a wind rose square, an arch of triumph and a Libyan-Punic mausoleum, among others.
Finally, you'll go to Kairouan for dinner and lodging.
Day 4
Kairouan - Sousse
After breakfast, you'll visit Kairouan, the holy city of Islam and the first city founded by Arabs in Tunisia, designated as a World Heritage Site. You'll explore its ancient monuments, such as the Water Tanks of the Aglabids, the Mausoleum of the Barber (Sidi Sahib), the Great Mosque of Okba and the bustling Medina with its picturesque souks.
In the afternoon, you'll set off for the charming city of Sousse, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its fascinating Medina of cobbled streets, ancient walls and impressive medieval architecture.
At the end of the afternoon, we will proceed to the hotel, dinner and accommodation
Day 5
El Djem - Mahdia - Monastir - Hammamet
After breakfast, you'll head to El Djem, known as the Amphitheatre of El Djem, one of the best preserved Roman amphitheatres, with a capacity for around 35,000 spectators. Despite its antiquity, its impressive architecture and imposing size still amaze visitors.
Next, you'll explore Mahdia's charming historic centre, known as the Medina, with its cobbled streets, ancient walls and impressive medieval gateway. You'll visit the marine cemetery and the ancient Punic harbour, reflections of the city's rich maritime history.
You'll then head to Monastir to explore El Ribat, an ancient Arab fortress from the 8th century, and the Bourguiba mausoleum, in honour of Habib Bourguiba, Tunisia's first president.
Departure for Hammamet, dinner and lodging.
Day 6
Hammamet - Nabeul - Kelibia - Kerkouane - El Haouaria - Hammamet
After breakfast, you'll set off for the fertile Cap Bon peninsula, known for its green hills, orchards and long beaches. You'll start in the charming historic centre of Hammamet, where traditional architecture blends with a vibrant cultural life and lively souks full of local handicrafts.
You'll then head to Nabeul, famous for its ceramics, to visit pottery workshops with elegant traditional patterns and colours on tiles, vases and clay bowls.
You'll explore the imposing 5th century Byzantine fortress at Kelibia and the UNESCO archaeological site at Kerkouane, an ancient Punic city destroyed in 310 BC, where you can immerse yourself in the daily life of the ancient Carthaginians, who depended largely on fishing and the production of purple. Next, you'll visit the ancient underground Punic sandstone quarries at El Haouaria (closed due to the risk of collapse).
You will continue to Hammamet and explore the ancient Medina located by the sea. Dinner and accommodation.
Day 7
Hammamet - Thuburbo Majus - Oudhna - Tunes
Depois do pequeno-almoço, seguirás para as ruínas de Thuburbo Majus, um sítio arqueológico de uma próspera cidade romana dos séculos I e II d.C. Estas ruínas exibem notáveis estruturas, como uma palestra, um fórum, termas, casas e elementos arquitetónicos que oferecem uma visão fascinante da vida na antiga Roma.
You'll then continue on to Oudhna (formerly Uthina), a Roman city noted for its well-preserved architecture, which includes an amphitheatre, thermal baths, a Capitol, as well as the remains of temples and dwellings.
At the end, you'll head to the capital, Tunis, to visit the Medina, where you can explore ancient monuments and traditional souks, including Kasbah Square and a panoramic visit to the Ezzitouna and Hammouda Pacha Mosques with Bourguiba Avenue
Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 8
Tunis - Airport
Breakfast at the hotel and, according to flight time, transfer to the airport for the return flight.
End of our services.
Trip information
Travel rates may vary depending on the availability of hotels at the time of confirmation or any unexpected increases in local taxes.
f the sender decides to cancel the trip, they must contact Tacapes Tours by email to formalise the cancellation. It is important to note that the cancellation fee will be automatically deducted from the amount initially
from the amount initially paid by the customer at the time of booking, according to the following structure
Cancellation 07 days before departure: 100% will be retained.
Cancellation 15 days before departure: 50% will be retained.
Cancellation 21 days before departure: 30% will be retained
Cancellation 30 days before departure: 15% withheld
Cancellation 45 days before departure: 7% will be withheld
Cancellation 15 days before departure: If the sender chooses to postpone the trip, the amount paid will be considered as a deposit for a later trip.The value of the flights will depend on the chosen date, this way, we do not present a value for the flights, but we budget for each client.
If you wish to buy the flight with Triskelion Expeditions, please inform us at the time of booking so that we can assist you with the purchase of the flights.
The traveller is responsible for carrying all necessary travel documents.
Portuguese citizens are exempt from visa requirements for tourist stays of up to 90 days, requiring a passport valid for at least 6 months from the end date of the trip.
A minimum payment of 35% of the cost of the trip is required to confirm the booking.
The remaining amount must be paid at least 45 days before the start date of the trip.
The remaining value of the trip can be paid in installments up to 45 days before the beginning of the trip.
