From Tunis: Private Day Tour to Kairouan and El Jem
ID: GYG713711-1165071
Category:
Country: Tunisia
Duration:
1 days
Description
Explore two of Tunisia's top attractions on a one-day private group excursion. Visit Kairouan and El Jem with an expert guide, and learn about the fascinating history and culture of these cities.
Discover two of Tunisia's remarkable cities, Kairouan and El Jem, on this one-day private tour.
Start the day with a visit to the Great Mosque of Kairouan, the first in the Maghreb, which was founded in 670 and rebuilt in 836. Learn how it served as a model for other mosques in the Muslim West, all the way up to Andalusia.
Next, visit the Aghlabid basins, the Barbier mosque, or Sidi Sahbi mausoleum. Marvel at the beautiful minarets.
Afterward, visit the Roman Colosseum, which was founded in the 3rd century AD and classified as World Heritage in 1972.
Finally, go to the archaeological museum of El Jem. Discover an important collection of Roman mosaics, covering a period from the 2nd century to the 5th century. Admire the statues, terracotta statuettes, vials with Perfume and many other glassworks at the site.
Highlights
- Experience the Great Mosque of Kairouan, the first in the Maghreb
- See the Aghlabid Basins, the Barbier Mosque, and the Sidi Sahbi Mausoleum
- Explore the Kairouan Medina and shop for souvenirs at local markets
- Visit the impressive Amphitheater of El Jem
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour requires good weather. If the tour must be canceled because of poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
