Hammamet to Sousse

Leave the beaten track and embark on a journey back in time, where the history DE Tunisia resonates through the millennia-old stones and calls to prayer. This unique excursion offers you a day between spirituality and gran DE ur romaine, between the ochre walls of the first Maghreb capital and the colossal shadow of the largest amphitheatre in Africa. Discover the spirituality DE Kairouan and contemplate its sacred architecture Explore the Roman amphitheatre of El Jem and relive the gladiatorial history Soak DE the unique atmosphere of the media enjoy authentic cuisine

Visit Hammamet and immerse yourself in this lively seaside resort, between golden beaches and vibrant nightlife. Savor the beauty of its turquoise waters, the serenity of its medina and the charm of the modern city of Yasmine Hammamet with its lively marinas. Continue to Monastir and stroll along the seafront, admire the Fort and the panoramic view from the Ribat, and explore the cobbled streets of the medina. Don’t miss the lively quays and the fishing port. End with Sousse and enjoy the long beaches, ancient stones and majestic palm trees. Discover its medieval medina, its historical monuments, and the modern complex of Port El Kantaoui with its Andalusian atmosphere. Return to your place of residence with unforgettable memories.

Kairouan and El Jem sit inland from Tunisia's coast, and reaching them both takes the kind of planning most people would rather avoid on vacation. On this full-day tour, start in Kairouan, one of Islam's holy cities, to visit the Great Mosque and Aghlabid Basins. After lunch, continue to El Jem's Roman amphitheater, where a guide connects two very different chapters of Tunisian history.

From your Hotel to the city of Kairouan, the fourth holy city of Islam and spiritual capital of Tunisia. You will visit the great mosque which is the oldest religious building in the Muslim West. Afterwards you will have free time in the medina of Kairouan. Then El Djem the ancient city of Thysdrus, one of the most prosperous in Roman Africa for the visit of its amphitheater and finish the excursion with Monastir, ancient Punic and then Roman city of Ruspina.

Ôthentic Travel invites you to a day of discovery of two emblematic monuments of Tunisian history. Start with Kairouan, the Aghlabid capital and the birthplace of Islam in Africa, the starting point for its expansion in Europe. Continue your adventure at the Roman Amphitheatre of El Jem, formerly Thysdrus, famous for its gladiatorial tournaments. Discover the majesty of this coliseum, the largest in Rome in Africa and the third in the world, after those in Rome and Capua.

Set off on an unforgettable adventure through the history of Tunisia with our day trip to Dougga, Bulla Regia and Testour! Explore the impressive Roman ruins of Dougga, discover the unique semi-underground houses of Bulla Regia, and be seduced by the Mediterranean charm of Testour. Our expert guides will share captivating stories for total immersion. Don’t miss this opportunity to go back in time – book today!

Tunisian traffic is not for the faint-hearted. Skip the hassle of self-drive and share the insights of a licensed guide on this private tour of three key coastal locations: Mahdia, where the medieval Fatimid caliphate originated, Monastir, birthplace of the founder of modern Tunisia, and Sousse, with its UNESCO World Heritage–listed medina. Your guide leads a walking tour so you can soak up the atmosphere without getting lost.