Tunisian Adventure with Hammamet

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From Berber villages and awe-inspiring historical architecture to spectacular rocky gorges, Tunisia’s enchanting blend of European sophistication and Arabian exoticism awaits you. Visit the best-preserved Roman remains at Dougga, see the Andalusian-looking port village of Sidi-Dou-Said, and ancient Carthage. From Tunis, continue on to the old town of Monastir...

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Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Inside visits and special features: Shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description including admission charges where applicable. Sightseeing: Visits Tunis, Dougga, Sidi-Bou-Said, Carthage, Monastir, El Djem, Sfax, Matmata, Tamezret, Douz, Chott el Jerid, Gafsa, Kairouan Scenic Highlights: Sahara Desert

What's this trip about?

    From Berber villages and awe-inspiring historical architecture to spectacular rocky gorges, Tunisia’s enchanting blend of European sophistication and Arabian exoticism awaits you. Visit the best-preserved Roman remains at Dougga, see the Andalusian-looking port village of Sidi-Dou-Said, and ancient Carthage. From Tunis, continue on to the old town of Monastir, impressive El Djem with its Roman Colosseum, and Sfax on the Gulf of Gabes. At Matmata, see the incredible underground troglodyte village used in the original Star Wars movie, then via Tamezret, and the salt lake of Chott el Jerid to Tozeur. Be enthralled as you travel on the Red Lizard train through the spectacular gorges of Selja, affording plenty of photo opportunities. After the Grand Mosque at Kairouan, return to Tunis for the night before transferring to the “garden resort” of Hammamet for the next three overnights.

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Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityTunis
End CityTunis

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Tunisia

Attractions

  • Chott el Djerid
  • Star Wars

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Trains & Rail

Trip includes

    • Meals Included
    • Hotels on Your Vacation
    • Sightseeing
    • Coaches
    • Cruise Ships
    • Travel Protection

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Day 1: Arrive in Tunis, Tunisia

Welcome to the capital city of Tunisia! Check into your hotel, then the rest of the day is free to acquaint yourself with Tunis. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.

Day 2: Tunis. Excursion to Dougga, Sidi-Bou-Said & Carthage

A delightful blend of ancient and modern, Tunis has a colorful medina (Old Town) and a contemporary city center. Enjoy the included excursion to DOUGGA ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE, hailed as the best-preserved ruins of a small Roman town in North Africa. Also visit the Andalusian-looking port village of Sidi-Bou-Said and the ancient CARTHAGE CITY RUINS.

Day 3: Tunis–Monastir–El Djem–Sfax

This morning, head to Monastir, a city nestled in the shade of its walls. Visit the opulent BOURGUIBA MAUSOLEUM, final resting place of the founder and first president of Tunisia. Then, on to EL DJEM, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to some of the continent’s mo...

Day 4: Sfax–Matmata–Chot El Jerid–Tozeur

After a visit to the medina of Sfax, journey to Matmata, renowned for its underground troglodyte village that was inhabited until the 1960s and served as the setting for the original Star Wars film. Follow the twisting road to Tamezret with its stone houses and street...

Day 5: Tozeur

Tozeur is an important oasis on the ancient caravan route between Algeria and Tunisia. Today we start the day with a visit to the Eden Palm Museum, situated in an oasis. Your guide will explain the history and traditions of life on the oasis, and there is a chance to ...

Day 6: Tozeur–Red Lizard Train–Gafsa–Kairouan

After breakfast, drive to Metlaoui to board the historic RED LIZARD TRAIN for a spectacular 2-hour journey. Built by the French at the end of the 19th century to transport mined phosphates, in 1940 the train was given as a gift to the Bey of Tunis. Today, it runs alon...

Day 7: Kairouan–Tunis

This morning, visit the GREAT MOSQUE with its 414 marble, granite, and porphyry columns, one of the oldest places of worship in the Islamic world. Next, head north and return to Tunis for a final overnight. Visit the MEDINA and the famous BARDO MUSEUM, housing the finest Roman mosaics in the world.

Day 8   Tunis–Hammamet

Transfer to Hammamet for a 3-night stay at the first-class Sindbad, Hammamet hotel.

Day 9: At Leisure in Hammamet

Relax and enjoy Tunisia’s “garden resort,” spend time on the beach, or maybe go to the Old Town to discover the medina.

Day 10: At Leisure in Hammamet

Relax and enjoy Tunisia’s “garden resort,” spend time on the beach, or maybe go to the Old Town to discover the medina.

Day 11: Hammamet–Tunis

Transfer to the Tunis airport, where your vacation ends.

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Breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 8 Dinners

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18 years and up
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