Full-Day Kairouan and El Jem Islamic and Roman Heritage Tour
Highlights
Kairouan, El Djem
religious, architectural, sightseeing
Group Tour
1 Day
Medium
English, French, German, Italian
Languages
English, French, German, Italian
Description
Discover Tunisia’s Islamic and Roman heritage on this immersive 1 day tour to Kairouan and El Jem. Explore the Great Mosque of Kairouan, admire the ancient Aghlabid Basins, and stroll through the UNESCO listed old medina. Continue to El Jem to witness its monumental Roman Amphitheatre and visit the archaeological museum, where beautifully preserved mosaics reveal everyday life in ancient Africa, offering a compelling journey through centuries of history and cultural significance.
Itinerary
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Full-Day Kairouan and El Jem Journey
- Depart in the morning towards Kairouan, the first capital of Islam in the Maghreb and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Visit the Great Mosque of Kairouan, one of the oldest and most important Islamic monuments in North Africa.
- Explore the Aghlabid Basins, impressive ninth century hydraulic reservoirs showcasing early Islamic engineering.
- Walk through the old medina of Kairouan, discovering traditional streets, historic buildings, and local life.
- Visit the Mausoleum of Sidi Sahbi, also known as the Barber Mausoleum, an important religious landmark.
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing the journey towards El Jem.
- Explore the massive Roman Amphitheatre of El Jem, one of the largest and best preserved Roman monuments in the world.
- Visit the El Jem Archaeological Museum to admire detailed mosaics illustrating daily life in Roman Africa.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
| Adult | |
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| 1 to 5 | /person |
| 6 to 13 | /person |
| 14 to 27 | /person |
| 28 to 48 | /person |
| 49 to 127 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 127 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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