Top Tunis Day Trips & Excursions

Exploring ancient Carthage and other sights around Tunis without a guide may mean missing out on important detail and history. Make the most of UNESCO-listed Carthage’s relics with a guide to navigate and share their history on this private full-day tour from Tunisia's capital. Then, visit Sidi Bou Said, the Bardo National Museum, and Tunis' old medina. Lunch, entry fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off make your day complete.

If you want to visit the Top sites and highlights around Tunis then look no Further. !!!!My passion in life is history; or understanding why things happened when and where they did and what happened as a result. Whether it's an impressive building I've never seen before or a battlefield I've never previously visited or an event in history I didn't know about, I love finding out more. And I've found that others like hearing about my discoveries.In my guiding career over 25 years, I have had the pleasure to guide groups from all kind of nationalities and Background to all attractive parts and destinations of my country showing our way of life and culture .I take pride in providing an excellent service to my guests and any visitor of my country. I am here to ensure that you have an enjoyable tour , provide you with all the informations you need , and answer your questions. My objective is to make sure that you enjoy your short visit and to give you a great impression.

Enjoy a full-day tour from Tunis visiting Kairouan and El Jem. Discover the Aghlabid Basins, the Great Okba Mosque, Sidi Sahbi, El Jem’s Roman amphitheater and museum, and Medina, where you can explore at your own pace. A local lunch is included and so is a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned vehicle. Plus, a Blue Badge guide leads the small group for a more personalized experience.

Enjoy a scenic guided excursion to the Roman city of Dougga during this hassle-free day trip from Tunis. Listen to historical background from your private guide as you marvel at ancient temples, baths, and public squares. Travel between locations in an air-conditioned minivan and enjoy a tasty Tunisian lunch. Tours also include a stop at the Andalusian village of Testour for a one-of-a-kind cheese tasting.

Departure to Carthage, founded by the Phoenicians in 814 BC. The earliest settlements of Punic Carthage can sill be seen on Byrsa Hill, just below the renowed Carthage National Museum. Although destroyed by the Romans in 146BC and later built over by them, recent excavation has revealed the foundations of five-story Punic houses, each with its own cistern and drainage system. The most remarkable early remains are the two basins of the Punic Ports, an evidence of the Carthaginian’ mastery of the sea, which fascinated and frustrated the Romans. Another important site of pre-roman Carthage is the Tophet.Sidi Bou said: Perched high atop of a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean, this picturesque village is a delightful place for a leisurely stroll through winding cobbled streets. Its trademark white walls, contrasting sky blue doors and ornate window grids, make for a wonderfully inspiring setting. Wander around the boutiques for souvenirs or relax at a cliff-side Moorish café.

The Dougga tour is perfect for lovers of Roman and Carthaginian ruins, a total change of scenery, the magnificent water temple, the starting point of the aqueducts that carried water to Carthage, you also visit the ancient Roman city Thuburbo Majus and finish with the famous Dougga site listed on the World Heritage List by UNESCO.

Take a step back in time and experience the history of North Africa. The Carthaginian era, the Roman era, and the early Christian era are all visited. This in-depth tour will take you on a journey to relive key moments in each of those eras. Guided by a local expert, you will get to experience the culture and local cuisine. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience Tunisia!

A visit to the Medina of Tunis is a journey in one of the first and the most important historical , economical and cultural centres of Africa..We can find traces of the different civilizations of the Mediterranean , from Roman columns and marble , Muslims schools and mosques , Jewish handicrafts and traditions , Turkish taste and minarets , Spanish forts and Andalousian industries , Italian colours and arts ..Its a journey to the depths of human experience of tolerance and peace..UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979The Medina contains some 700 monuments, including palaces, mosques, mausoleums, madrasas and fountains

Cover two standout historical sites in a single day during this enriching double-duty private tour to Dougga and Bulla Regia. You’ll escape the city and discover a serene, ruin-filled countryside setting, with front-door hotel pickup included. Enter millennia-old, subterranean villas and get informative guided commentary on the impressive ancient cities, dating back to Roman and Numidian times. Tours include a tasty lunch.

Hit the highlights of Tunisia on this three-for-one guided day trip, which covers the seaside village of Sidi Boy Said and two UNESCO World Heritage sites. Discover Roman ruins alongside Tunisia’s stunning coastline at the archaeological site of Carthage and get an insider’s perspective on traditional markets and mosques in the Old City of Tunis. Tours include a tasty local lunch along the coast.

Visit the ancient city of Carthage, a seaside village, and the Tunis medina on a full-day, small-group tour from Tunis that includes lunch and round-trip transport from your hotel. This 8-hour tour takes in two of Tunisia’s 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in a single day, and is limited to 12 participants for a personalized experience.

Combine a visit to Kairouan, a holy Islamic city, with a trip to El Jem in a full-day tour from Tunis. Discover the Aghlabides Basins, the Great Okba Mosque, and Sidi Sahbi, with time for independent exploration and shopping. Take a lunch break at a local restaurant before heading to El Jem to view the Roman amphitheater and museum. A small group and air-conditioned transportation make this tour extra convenient.

Save time and money by visiting Cap Bon’s attractions on a small-group, guided day tour from Tunis. Highlights include viewing the Roman Quaries (Les Grottes), washing your feet at the Ain El Atrous hot spring that runs into the sea, admiring Nabeul’s colorful pottery, and exploring Hammamet, home to famous artists, such as Paul Klee and Andre Gide. Lunch and air-conditioned transport are included.

Dougga is a UNISCO Site and considered as one of the Best Archeolgical Roman Site in North Africa . If you are a fan of History and Archeology then this Site should in your Top 10 Bucket list.

Cover thousands of years of history on this full-day guided tour to Zaghouan, a history-packed Andalusian city that once supplied spring water to ancient seaside Carthage. Listen to in-depth commentary and background on a host of top sights, from a millennia-old aqueduct and Roman-built temple to historic battle sites. Tours also include a tasty lunch stop.

Great opportunity to Visit 2 unique UNESCO sites in Tunisia The Holy city of Kairaouan , and the mosque of OKBA IBN NEFFEAand the Roman Amphitheater of Eldjem

First step of this excursion Kairouan, the 4th holy city of Islam and spiritual capital of Tunisia. You will visit the Great Mosque which is the oldest religious building of the Muslim West. Afterwards, you will discover the "mausoleum of the barber" and you will have free time in the medina. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Aghlabid basins, built in the 9th century, to supply the city of Kairouan with drinking water.Continuation towards the city of El Jem the ancient city of Thysdrus, one of the most prosperous of Roman Africa, for the visit of its Amphitheater.

This Tour is perfect for anyone who wishes to visit the Top sites of Tunis. ( Highlights of Tunis Capital)if You are on a Business Trip or a short Stay in Tunis and you want to maximise your Visit , think no Further !! This Trip is exactly what you need !!

This Phoenician city, once an important commercial port, was conquered by the Romans at the end of the Punic Wars. These destroyed and rebuilt Carthage, so we find today a lot of Roman remains in Carthage

Dougga is situated in the mountains inland of Tunisia (1h30 from Tunis)in an area that was densely populated by the Numidians. The city served as one of the capitals of Massinissa, a Roman ally, and one of the contenders to Carthage.It is a visit to a huge archaeological site of about 3 km², the most intact Roman city in North Africa.The beautiful theatre at Dougga dates back to 168 CE and was donated to the city by one of its wealthiest families. Its condition is so good that it used for the concerts at the Dougga Festival in summer.The Capitol of Dougga must be one of the most impressive remains from the Roman era.It is fascinating to see a brothel built so pragmatically and bluntly to service its function: An open court for courting, and rooms immediately in for the services.The Licinian Baths are quite interesting for having much of its original walls intact, as well as a long tunnel used by the slaves working at the baths.NB: Transport can be arranged upon demand

Take a day trip from Sousse to explore one of Tunisia’s most preserved Roman ruins, Dougga, on this private tour. Stop at Testour along the way to see its beautiful mosque and enjoy a cheese tasting. At Dougga, visit the archaeological site to see the market place, the Capitoline Temple, the Forum, public baths and more. Stop for a delicious lunch (included) on your way back to Sousse.

This 5-hours is a break to enjoy the Tunisian the local wine and food tasting. Discover how rich are the local vineyards and the good quality of its wines as well as how spicy is the local food. It's also an opportunity to appreciate the beautiful countryside of Tunisia. It's a blend of history, culture and nature, which makes it a memorable experience.

Departure to Sidi Bou said: Perched high atop of a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean, this picturesque village is a delightful place for a leisurely stroll through winding cobbled streets. Its trademark white walls, contrasting sky blue doors and ornate window grids, make for a wonderfully inspiring setting. Wander around the boutiques for souvenirs or relax at a cliff-side Moorish café.Continue to the Medina (~18km, 20 Minutes drive, the heart of historic Tunis) one of the best preserved Islamic cities in the world. Walk through the meandering streets, viewing the architecture of some residential quarter, as well as the activity and excitement of the souks. Also see the great Mosque of Djamaa-ez-Zitouna, walking through Souk Echaouchia (Traditional cap makers market) and Souk El Attarine (Perfume market).

An In Depth and Customized Tour of the Tunisian Capital with all its highlights including the Old Medina, The Bardo museum, The archaeological site of Carthage and the picturesque village of Sidi Bousaid.