Touching down at Tunis-Carthage International Airport marks the start of your journey, with a private driver on hand to transfer you to your hotel. Early arrivals have a bonus: a first taste of the Tunis Medina, a UNESCO-listed old city where whitewashed alleys open onto bustling souks and artisan workshops.

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After breakfast, you will visit the ancient archaeological site of Carthage, once the largest ancient city 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.

Continue to the quaint village of Sidi Bou Said which overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. We will explore its beautifully paved lanes and spectacular sea views.

Return to Tunis and visit the Bardo Museum. This world-class museum features the largest collection of mosaics in the world. The museum also has numerous rooms featuring artifacts from the Punic to Islamic periods. Dinner will be at the hotel.

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After breakfast, you will travel to Dougga, which is considered one of the best-preserved Roman ruins in Tunisia. This enormous Roman archaeological site was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1997. Overlooking the vast surrounding regions, it is not uncommon to see locals herding their sheep through the Roman ruins.

Continue on to the important Islamic city of Kairouan. Here you will visit the Aghlabid Basins, which are a series of water reservoirs and hydraulic works built under Aghlabid rule in the 9th century to supply the city with water.

Dinner will be at the hotel.

Accommodation: La Kasbah Kairouan 5★ (Half-Board)

This morning, we will visit the grand mosque Okba Ibn Nafaa, established in 670 AD. You will also visit the mausoleum of the Berber companion of Mohammed.

In Kairouan, there is an ancient medina with winding streets, well worth a visit! You may want to stop at a carpet-making workshop where you can watch, admire, and learn about this incredible artisan work.

Next, visit the archaeological site of Sbeitla with its ancient church sites along with intricately designed baptisteries, temples, baths, and the Arch of Diocletian.  When you are done exploring, you will travel to Tozeur. Dinner will be at the hotel.

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In the morning, travel to the beautiful mountainside oasis village of Chebika. Chebika was once a Roman outpost, but later became a mountain refuge for the Berber people. You can hike through the Chebika canyon to the source of the mountain oasis.

From Chebika, travel to Tamerza which is the largest mountain oasis in Tunisia. Afterward, travel to Mides where you will have a nice panoramic view of the canyon below. The canyon was used for the filming of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The English Patient.

If time permits, you can explore Ong Jemel, ‘the neck of the camel‘ in the afternoon. Travel over barren land and see the Sahara dunes and a Star Wars Mos Espa film location. Return to Tozeur for your night and dinner.

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Morning departure for El Jem. 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 gladiators awaited their upcoming battle. 

Following, you will travel to travel to Sousse. If you have time today, you will wander through the ancient medina exploring the Ribat and tower. Dinner will be at the hotel.

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First thing after breakfast, if you haven’t already, you will check out the remaining historic sites Sousse has to offer.

After lunch, you will depart for Thuburbo Majus, a Roman site that has a small coliseum, baths, and various Roman houses. Onlookers can imagine life in a quintessential Roman African city.

Next, continue to the mountainside Roman site of Zaghouan, where you will find a temple of the ‘water god’. When you are ready, finish the day in the coastal city of Hammamet.

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After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Tunis-Carthage International Airport for departure, bringing an unforgettable Explore Tunisia tour to a close.