Tunisia itinerary - Tour Through Time - Best Of Tunisian History - 7 Day

Detailed 7 Day Itinerary
Arrival City: Tunis
Departure City: Tunis

Day 1 ARRIVE TUNIS

Upon arrival in Tunis, the capital of Tunisia, you will be met by your driver and transferred to your hotel. After check-in you will have free time to rest after your journey.

Accommodations: Downtown Tunis 3*, 4*, or 5* options or you may also want to consider a hotel along the beautiful Mediterranean coast.

Day 2 TUNIS / CARTHAGE / SIDI BOU SAID

After breakfast, your driver will transfer you to the Bardo Museum for a visit. This museum contains a vast collection of important Mosaics from the Roman period. There are numerous rooms in this world-class institution offering artifacts from the Punic to Islamic period. This is one museum that you will not want to miss! After lunch, we visit the ancient archaeological site of Carthage, once the largest ancient cities in northern Africa. This site holds ruins from many eras of history: the Punics, Romans, Vandals and Byzantines all made claim to this area at some point. We then continue to the quaint village of Sidi Bou Said, built on and around several hills overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. We will explore its beautifully paved lanes and spectacular sea views.

Accommodations: Downtown Tunis 3*, 4*, 5* options or you may also want to consider a hotel along the beautiful Mediterranean coast.

Day 3 TUNIS / DOUGGA

Today will be filled with important ancient Islamic and Roman history. After breakfast you will explore the ancient Medina (old city) and 'souk' which is the traditional market of Tunis. You will make your way through narrow lanes and alleyways stumbling upon local artisans such as copper, leather and wool workers and intricately designed carpets. You will also pass by the famous Zitouna Mosque. When you have completed your Medina tour you will travel about one hour's drive to Dougga, the Roman Archaeological site. This enormous site is one of the best preserved Roman ruins in Tunisia, and it is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The site overlooks the vast regions surrounding it and it's not uncommon to see locals herding their sheep through the Roman ruins.

Accommodations: 3* in Sbeitla

Day 4 SBEITLA / KAIROUAN

After breakfast, you will visit the archaeological site of Sbeitla. As you explore this site you will see numerous ancient church sites along with intricately designed baptisteries, temples, baths, and the Arch of Diocletian. Sbeitla also has a museum which contains a variety of mosaics and other objects found at the site. After lunch our tour departs for the famous and important Islamic city of Kairouan, where you will find numerous mosques and see evidence of its important carpet-making trade. You will have time to relax in the evening.

Accommodations: 3*, 4* or 5*

Day 5 KAIROUAN / EL DJEM

This morning we will visit the grand mosque Okba Ibn Nafaa and the mausoleum of the Berber companion of Mohammed. Afterwards, you may be interested in a visit to a carpet-making workshop where you can observe, admire, and learn about this incredible artisan work. There is an ancient medina with winding streets, which make for a nice place to have lunch. After lunch we will depart for El Djem. The Roman Coliseum in this city is one of the best preserved in the world. It was constructed between 230 and 238 AD and is believed to at one time have hosted between 30,000 to 45,000 spectators. Take time exploring this enormous structure and do not forget to go down to the rooms where the gladiators waited their upcoming battle. There is a museum in the town that hosts a plethora of mosaics. After your visit we will travel to the gorgeous seaside town of Sousse.

Accommodations: 3*, 4* or 5*

Day 6 SOUSSE / THUBURBO MAJUS / TUNIS

After breakfast we will visit the Catacombs of Sousse. Although these catacombs are small they are worth the visit because here you will discover an important part of the ancient Christian heritage of Tunisia. Originally there were up to 5 kilometers of tunnels with 15,000 graves, many of which held martyrs for their faith during the Roman Empire. When you are ready you will take time to relax and enjoy the Sousse market in the ancient medina. Enjoy the variety of colors and traditional wares found in its many streets. There is also a walkway along the coast. After lunch we will depart for Thuburbo Majus, a Roman site that has a small coliseum, baths, and various Roman houses allowing one to imagine life in a quintessential Roman African city. After exploring these ruins, we will return to Tunis for the night.

Accommodations: 3*, 4* or 5*

Day 7 TUNIS / DEPARTURE

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for departure thus bringing to a close an unforgettable Tunisian Tour through Time...

Tour Includes:

  • English speaking driver and private transportation
  • All Accommodations at Half-Board (breakfast and dinner)
  • Entrance Fees
  • Guided tours through historical sites
  • Airport transfers

Tour does not include:

  • Airfare
  • Drinks
  • Lunches
  • Personal Spending
  • Tips
  • Travel Insurance