Full-Day Kairouan and El Jem Tour from Sousse

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About this activity

Departure for Kairouan, the 4th holiest city in the Islamic world. The visit starts from the 9Th century Aghlabides basins seen from the top of the tourist information building with an introduction to the foundation of Kairouan and its glorious ages.

Move to the grand mosque, the oldest in north Africa, continue to the nearby Sidi Sahbi (a companion of prophet Mohamed) with an introduction to some Tunisian traditions. End the visit by a walk through the medina with its exotic charm

Visit of El Jem (Thysdus) Roman amphitheatre, the third biggest & the best preserved one in the Roman world. Terminate with the visit of the famous Museum of El Jem.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Arabic, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Dutch
Operated by: Batouta Voyages

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: Lunch
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Included: Surcharges on fuel: Fuel surcharge
Included: Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Not included

Not included: Drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Kairouan

Departure to Kairouan from your Tunis accommodation. The visit starts with the last two 9th century Aghlabite Basins which were among the greatest waterworks of the middle Ages. The basins are seen from the top of the Tourist Information Building and they form an introduction to the foundation of Kairouan and its glorious age. Proceed to visit the 7th century Great Okba Mosque, the oldest one in North Africa. The clients will appreciate the powerful and beautiful expression of faith inherent in the 9th century building. Proceed to the nearby Sidi Sahbi, to visit the 17th-19th century building with its minaret & beautiful courtyards lined with green-blue tile work & white plaster stucco. Then on to the entrance of the Medina and the guided walk through the main street of the mystic Medina up to "Bir Barrouta". Free time is given for individual discovery & shopping at the Medina. Lunch at a local restaurant.
El-Jem

Transfer to El Jem (70 km / 1h 15mn drive). El Jem’s amphitheatre is the main attraction and is one of Tunisia’s most often visited sites. This monumental amphitheatre, built in the mid 3rd century AD (230-240 AD), is the largest Roman monument left in Africa, and ranks 3rd in the Empire after those of Rome and Verona. Being one of the last large amphitheatres built during the Roman era, its architectural design is an improvement over that of the Coliseum of Rome, though it is not a great deal smaller.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Pickup points

Location Name: your hotel in Sousse

Location Address: your hotel in sousse

Return Location: your hotel in sousse

Using your ticket

Dress code is smart casual
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.