8 Days in Tunisia

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1

Bonjour and Merhaba! We are warmly greeted to Tunisia and are driven to the hotel. Our first exploration of this unique land starts with a tour of Carthage. Founded by the Phoenician Elyssa Didon in the 9th century B.C., Carthage still reveals its splendid Antonine Spas, Amphitheatre, Theatre, Punic Port and Roman villas. We continue to Sidi Bou Said, a splendid Moorish village perched atop a headland and wreathed in flowers.
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2

Tunis / Kairouan (Drive 165kms / 101miles)
Morning depart for Kairouan with a stop en-route to visit the Roman Aqueducts. Afternoon tour of Kairouan includes the Grand Mosque, Sidi Saheb Mausoleum and Aghlabite Basins.
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3

Kairouan / Tozeur (Drive 319kms / 197miles)
Today we cross the desert to Sbeitla, ancient Sufeitula, founded in 69 B.C. by Vespasian. The city's Diocletian's Triumphal Arch, its three magnificent temples dedicated to Jupiter, Juno and Minerva, and its Forum are unforgettable. We then continue to Tozeur with a brief stop at Gafsa.
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4

Tozeur / Douz (Drive 113kms / 70miles)
Adventure begins this morning with visits at Tamerza & Chebika, Berber villages, hidden behind a mountain chain and overlooking a magnificent oasis. Next we visit the charming village of Metlaoui, known for its numerous mining activities and board the Lezard Rouge (Bey's former train). In the afternoon we leave for Chott El Jerid, Lake Tritonis and the enchanting sea with its disconcerting mirages. Whole armies are said to have vanished here! We continue to Douz, a town of sandy houses and dusty roads to enjoy camel rides and the beautiful sunset over the Sahara.
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5

Douz / Djerba (Drive 222kms / 139miles)
Head out for a short journey to the village of Matmata. We tour the unique underground Troglodyte dwellings used in the making of the famous films "Star Wars" & "Raiders of the Lost Ark". Our journey continues to Medenine, a well-known Berber village famed for its Ghorfas, a fascinating dwelling once used by the nomad tribes. Our afternoon tour of Jerba includes the Ghriba, one of the oldest synagogues in the world and a famous pilgrimage site where an 8th century Torah is preserved. We continue for Guellala, a Djerban village famous for its original potteries "les Dieux de l'Argile". Our last stop is the main "Houmt Souk" with its original potteries, magnificent carpets and filigree silver. The evening is free to join the many activities that this resort town has on offer.
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6

Djerba / Sousse (Drive 135kms / 85miles)
Depart for El Jem with a brief stop en-route to visit Sfax. El Jem, ancient Thysdrus, one of the richest towns of Roman Africa. Discover its splendid Amphitheatre, the most impressive historical monument left by the Romans in North Africa. The site museum offers superb mosaic pavements and interesting statues. Continue onto one of the most attractive resorts in Tunisia today. Sousse, the ancient "Hadrumete", is a multifaceted town filled with a far off echo of the Aghlabite era. Discover the ancient ramparts surrounding the old 9th century town Ribat, the rich museum where history is written in mosaics, and the catacombs dug by the Christians from the 2nd to the 4th century.
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7

Sousse / Tunis (Drive 157kms / 98miles)
Return to Tunis to visit the Bardo Museum, famous for its fine collection of mosaics. The Punic vestiges, array of Roman mosaics and unique sculptures in this museum are truly astounding! Afternoon is free.
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8

Depart Tunis
After an interesting and unforgettable journey through the life of the Berbers and the richness of Tunisia, we transfer to our modern jet aircraft and head back home.