The Best of Tunis
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Port
La Goulette (Tunis), Tunisia
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Activity Level
Strenuous Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$160
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 8 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Take your experience to the next level with a tour showing you the highlights of Tunisia. Here you’ll see a diverse tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty in this North African gem.
To start today’s tour, the coach will take you to the bustling medina (Old Town) of Tunis.
Disembark your coach to take in the organized chaos of the city – fruit stalls, water-bearers, leather merchants and carpet weavers. A guided walking tour will take you through the narrow, colored streets of the medina, including the bustling Jamaa Ezzitouna.
Pause briefly at the Mderesa Slimania, one of the monuments of the Ottoman era and one of Tunisia’s greatest treasures. Then enjoy some free time for shopping before boarding the transportation to the next stop.
Next, you will visit the Punic and Roman ruins at Carthage – the center of the Phoenician civilization reputedly founded by Queen Dido. This busy city was once Rome's most dangerous enemy and bitter rival; today, its ruins are scattered among the area's more modern construction. The ruins include the enormous Roman public baths near the seashore, the Tophet children's cemetery, and the remains of what was once a five-story amphitheater where Christians were sacrificed. The Punic ports and the ruins of Roman temples, monuments and columns will be your window on the history of these two great civilizations.
Continue along and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant where you can reflect on everything you’ve seen so far.
Finally, you’ll head to Sidi Bou Said, which is one of the prettiest villages in Tunisia, famous for its Moorish architecture of white houses with blue shutters covered in bougainvillea. A short walk uphill will bring you to the village that sits proudly atop a cliff, commanding stunning views of the Gulf of Tunis. Browse in the shops selling crafts, enjoy a mint tea at one of the cafés, or stroll at your leisure.
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses, wear biodegradable sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Tour does not operate on Mondays