8 DAYS 7 NIGHTS FULLY ESCORTED TOUR ON A FULLBOARD BASIS
We have pleasure in presenting our new 7 nights tour visiting a selection
of the best tourist attractions, the most ancient archaeological sites,
the most beautiful examples of islamic art and the most fascinating scenery
and traditional villages which constitute all the richness that is Tunisia.
A selection of 3 and 4 star hotels are used on the tour depending on
availability for the particular dates of travel. The actual hotels to
be used are confirmed at the time of booking.
Itinerary
Day 1
Outbound flight from UK with transfer from arrival airport to hotel
for dinner and accommodation.
day 2
After breakfast depart from hotel to visit the 9th century mosque in
Sousse, continue to Monastir and visit the Ribat (the Islamic military
and religious monument) before continuing on to El Jem to visit the Roman
amphitheatre which is the most imposing of the Roman monuments in Africa.
Lunch at El Jem.
After lunch depart for Gabes to visit the market (Jara) with an optional
horse and carriage ride through the Chenini oasis before arrival at hotel
for dinner and accommodation.
day 3
After breakfast depart for Medenine and visit the Ghorfas (ancient Berber
granaries) before continuing on to Tataouine with visits to Berber villages
where ochre-coloured houses are built into the hillsides offering refuge
to the local tribes.
Lunch at Tataouine.
After lunch depart for the Berber village of Ksar Haddada with its architectural
style inspired by the Ghorfas. Travel on to Matmata for a visit to the
troglodyte homes. This area, with its lunar landscape, has become famous
as the setting for such films as Star Wars. Continue towards Douz, the
gateway to the Sahara, with its large sand dunes with the option of a
camel ride in the area of Zaafrane before arrival at the hotel for dinner
and accommodation.
day 4
After breakfast depart hotel to cross the vast salt lake of Chott El
Jerid where you will see mirages and be able to buy mineral samples. Travel
on to Tozeur to visit the old town before checking into your hotel for
lunch.
Afternoon at leisure or optional excursion to the mountain oases of Chebika,
Tameghza and Mides where you can admire the canyons and ravines sculpted
by the rare torrential rains. After dinner visit the museum of Tunisian
traditions in the Dar Cherait complex before returning to the hotel for
your accommodation.
day 5
After breakfast depart for Metlaoui for an exceptional excursion on
the Red Lizard train which once belonged to the Bey (King) of Tunisia.
From the train you will be able to admire the magnificent mountainous
desert scenery.
Lunch near Gafsa.
After lunch depart for Sbeitla for a visit to the remains of the Roman
town of Sufeitula with its majestic arc de triomphe erected to the glory
of the Emperor diocletien. Continue on to Kairouan for dinner and accommodation.
day 6
After breakfast visit the Arabic-Islamic monuments in this the holiest
Islamic centre in North Africa including visits to the Great Mosque built
in 670 A.D. by the Arab conqueror Sidi Okba and the Mausoleum of Sidi
Sahbi who was one of the prophet Mohammed's companions. Followed by a
visit to the Aghlabites pools, which are ancient water reservoirs, and
a local carpet shop to see the typical craftwork of the region before
travelling on to Dougga for lunch.
After lunch visit the best preserved Roman ruins in Tunisia which are
designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel on to the capital Tunis
for dinner and accommodation.
day 7
After breakfast a guided tour of the old walled city of Tunis and the
Medina with its maze of ancient narrow alleyways housing hundreds of varied
and colourful shops. Visit the Bardo Museum, home of the world's finest
collection of Roman mosaics, as well as many works of art from the different
periods that mark Tunisia's history.
Lunch at the hotel.
After lunch visit the ruins of the first South Mediterranean capital
Carthage to see the Antonin Baths and the Museum followed by a visit to
the picturesque village of Sidi Bou Said which is built on the hillside
overlooking the Bay of Tunis. The houses are blue and white Andalusian
architecture and the streets have souvenir shops and small art galleries.
Farewell dinner and accommodation.
day 8
Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to airport for return flight to UK.
Transport during the tour will depend on the number of passengers and
will be in air-conditioned vehicles.
The group will receive the services of English speaking professional
guides.
Please note - optional excursions are paid locally.
It is possible to combine the tour with an extended stay, before
or after the tour, at any of the hotels in the programme. Please contact
our reservations department for details.
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