Cape Bon Peninsula: Full-day Tour from Tunis or Hammamet
ID: GYG277372-480842
Category:
Country: Tunisia
Duration:
1 days
Description
Visit Nabeul, known for its pottery and ceramics and Kelibia, known for its dry muscat and its fishing port on this full-day tour of the Cape Bon Peninsula. Discover the ruins of Kerkouane, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the caves of Houaria.
After pickup from your hotel, start your tour with a visit to the Archeological Museum of Nabeul. Also know as Neapolis in ancient times, the city of Nabeul was founded in the 5th century BC. The Archeological Museum was renovated in 2003, and although it is only the size of a house, it boasts an amazing collection of mosaics and other rare specimens from various archaeological sites in the region of Cape Bon.
Next, head to Kelibiya to explore the fortress of Kelibia, one of the most important monuments of Cape Bon. This historic fortress is built on a massive rock 150 meters high. It is the largest and best-preserved Muslim fortress in Tunisia. You’ll also stop at the nearby port of Kelibia, the fourth largest fishing port in Tunisia and enjoy spectacular views of the fortress from there.
Then discover the ruins of Kerkouane, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing on to Ghar el Kebir, to visit the caves of Haouaria. These artificial caves were dug by prisoners and slaves under the authority of the Carthaginians and Romans. The blocks of stone that were extracted were shipped by sea to Carthage, on the other side of the Gulf of Tunis.
Near the end of the tour, enjoy a hike along the Ras ed-Ddar 393 meters above Cape Bon. From the summit marvel at an extraordinary view that extends all the way to Sicily on a clear day. Finally, visit the hot natural baths of Korbous before heading back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Discover Kelibia, the fourth largest fishing port in Tunisia
- See amazing views from the Ras ed-Dar overlooking Cape Bon
- Explore the beautiful seaside resort off Haouaria
- Visit the Nabeul Archeological Museum
- Enjoy a stop at the Korbous Natural Hot Baths
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• If you are staying outside of Hammamet, Tunis, or Nabeul, pickup can be arranged for an additional fee of $35
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pickup is included within Hammamet, Nabeul, or Tunis. If you are staying in a hotel, please wait for your guide in the hotel reception area. If you are not staying in a hotel, please be waiting outside in front of your exact address.
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
