10-Day Cultural Heritage Discovery Tour in Tunisia

Tunisian Cultural heritage 10-Day trip:

Tunisia, at the crossroads of Mediterranean civilizations, boasts an exceptional cultural heritage. This 10-day itinerary is designed to explore the legacy of the various civilizations that have shaped the country.

Day 1: Arrival in Tunis

• Morning: Arrival at Tunis-Carthage International Airport. Meet and transfer to your accommodation.
• Afternoon: Visit the Medina of Tunis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore its alleyways, souks, and historical monuments.
• Evening: Dinner in a traditional restaurant in the Medina.

Day 2: Carthage and Sidi Bou Saïd

• Morning: Explore the archaeological site of Carthage, an ancient Phoenician and Roman city, including the Antonine Baths, the Roman Theater, and the Tophet.
• Afternoon: Visit the picturesque village of Sidi Bou Saïd, famous for its white-and-blue houses, cobbled streets, and panoramic views of the Gulf of Tunis.
• Evening: Return to Tunis for the night.

Day 3: Dougga and Bulla Regia

• Morning: Departure to Dougga, a UNESCO-listed Roman site renowned for its well-preserved theater, temples, and baths.
• Afternoon: Continue to Bulla Regia to discover its unique underground Roman houses.
• Evening: Overnight stay in Jendouba.

Day 4: Kairouan

• Morning: Travel to Kairouan, the first holy city of Islam in North Africa.
• Afternoon: Visit the Great Mosque, the Aghlabid Basins, and traditional souks.
• Evening: Overnight stay in Kairouan.

Day 5: El Djem and Sfax

• Morning: Depart for El Djem to admire its impressive Roman amphitheater, one of the best preserved in the world.
• Afternoon: Continue to Sfax to explore its authentic Medina and historic ramparts.
• Evening: Overnight stay in Sfax.

Day 6: Gabès and Matmata

• Morning: Drive to Gabès to visit its unique seaside oasis and spice market.
• Afternoon: Head to Matmata to discover traditional Berber troglodyte dwellings.
• Evening: Overnight stay in a troglodyte hotel in Matmata.

Day 7: Tataouine and the Ksour

• Morning: Depart for Tataouine, a region known for its fortified granaries (ksour) such as Ksar Ouled Soltane and Ksar Hadada.
• Afternoon: Visit the Berber village of Chenini, perched on a hill with exceptional panoramic views.
• Evening: Overnight stay in Tataouine.

Day 8: Tozeur and the Mountain Oases

• Morning: Travel to Tozeur, gateway to the Tunisian desert.
• Afternoon: 4×4 excursion to the mountain oases of Chebika, Tamerza, and Mides, known for their spectacular canyons and waterfalls.
• Evening: Overnight stay in Tozeur.

Day 9: Chott el-Jérid and Douz

• Morning: Cross the vast salt flat of Chott el-Jérid, famous for its mirages and lunar landscapes.
• Afternoon: Arrive in Douz, known as the “Gateway to the Sahara.” Optional camel ride through the sand dunes.
• Evening: Overnight stay in Douz.

Day 10: Return to Tunis

• Morning: Travel back to Tunis.
• Afternoon: Visit the Bardo National Museum, home to a vast collection of Roman mosaics and artifacts tracing Tunisia’s history.
• Evening: Farewell dinner in a traditional restaurant in Tunis.

This tour provides a comprehensive immersion into Tunisia’s rich cultural heritage, showcasing the legacies of the many civilizations that have shaped its history.