5-Day Tunisian Cultural Heritage Tour through Carthage and Kairouan

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover ancient Carthage's ruins and panoramic views
• 02 Explore the charming village of Sidi Bou Said
• 03 Visit the Bardo Museum and its remarkable collection of Roman mosaics
• 04 Admire Dougga's impressive Roman Theatre and well-preserved Capitol
• 05 Visit the majestic El Djem Colosseum and Archaeological Museum
• 06 Stroll along the Roman aqueducts and visit the Temple of Water in Zaghouan

Travel back in time on an informative and enjoyable tour of Tunisia's must-see sites. Guided by a field expert and licensed tour guide, discover UNESCO World Heritage sites through a journey into history, religion, art, and storytelling, from Carthage and Sidi Bou Said to Kairouan, El Djem, Dougga, and Zaghouan.

Enjoy a panoramic view of Carthage.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kairouan, Tunis, Zaghouan, El Djem, Dougga, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said

Languages Arabic, English, French, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Carthage Ruins and Sidi Bou Said

• Enjoy a panoramic view of Carthage.
• Visit the Roman baths.
• Explore the Punic ports.
• See the tophet.
• Discover Byrsa Hill.
• View the Roman Aqueduct.
• Transfer to Sidi Bou Said.
• Stroll through the local bazaars.
• Discover Ennejma Ezzahra Palace.
• Visit Dar El Annabi.
• See the Mausoleum.
• Enjoy a panorama of the lighthouse.

2

Day 02

Tunis Medina and the Bardo Museum

• Begin your exploration at the Bab Bhar city gate.
• Visit the Zaytouna Mosque.
• Explore Medressa Souleymenia.
• Wander through Souk el Attarrine, Souk el Berka, and Souk Echawachine.
• Visit the historic La Kasbah.
• Enjoy a traditional meal in a local restaurant.
• Discover the Bardo Museum, home to one of the most extensive collections of Roman mosaics.

3

Day 03

Testour and Dougga's Roman Heritage

• Explore the mosque and medina of Testour.
• Discover the Dougga Theatre.
• See the well-preserved Capitol.
• Explore the historic Mausoleum.
• Come across the ancient Roman baths.

4

Day 04

Kairouan and El Djem Landmarks

• Start your tour of Kairouan and visit the following sites:
  • Okba Mosque
  • The Mosque of the Three Doors
  • Medina of Kairouan
  • Bassins of the Aghlabites
• Continue to El Djem and visit the following sites:
  • The Roman Colosseum
  • The Archaeological Museum

5

Day 05

Oudhna and Zaghouan's Roman Legacy

• Travel to Oudhna to explore the following places:
  • Oudhna Colosseum
  • Villa Laberii
  • Baths of the Fishing Angels
  • The Capitol
• Visit the Temple of Water.
• Enjoy a meal at Dar Zaghouan.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Licensed tour guide
• Private transportation
• Entry fees

What's Not Included

• Lunch
• Souvenirs

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Carthage, Tunisia

Tour start

V83M+MXX, Impasse des Thermes d'Antonin, Site archéologique de Carthage 2016, Tunisie

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.