Kairouan Holy City and El Jem Colosseum Tour from Sousse
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Monastir, Tunisia
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Uncover the history of one of the world’s oldest Muslim spiritual centers on a day trip to Kairouan from Sousse. Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site on a tour not only provides a round-trip transportation, but also helps you delve deeper into Kairouan’s rich history than you could alone. You’ll also stop at El Jem Amphitheatre, a Roman masterpiece that’s Tunisia’s answer to the Colosseum.
- Check off the Great Mosque, Aghlabid Basins, and Barber Mosque in one easy tour
- Go beyond the guidebook with commentary from your guide
- Save yourself hours of planning travel logistics
- Take more of a deep dive into local culture and heritage than you would alone
What's Included
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off included
- Discover the city with a local expert guide
- Entrance fees for El Jem Amphitheatre, including access to the Colosseum and Museum
- Enjoy a delicious and varied buffet lunch
- Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
Pick up is provided from selected hotels only. Your exact pick up time and place depend on the hotel where you stay at. After confirming the booking we will contact you to inform you about the exact pick up time and place. If you haven´t heard from us at least 48 hours before the activity start time, please contact us. If no hotel information is given, we won't be able to provide our services.
Operating hours.7:00 am
Itinerary
1
The Great Mosque of Kairouan
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
2
Mosque of the Barber
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
3
Basins of Aghlabides
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
4
Amphitheatre D'el Jem
4 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.6
based on 17 reviews
Patrick_F, Feb 2026
Very well organized and operated tour of some of the most significant sites to visit in Tunisia. Drivers were great, guide very good and other guests delightful.
Highly recommended.
Ben_M, Nov 2025
Great tour, the amphitheatre at El Jem is a must see. In Kairouan, the two mosques are impressive although it would've been nice to see more of the medina. We also did not get to see the Aghlabid Basins, although it looked like they were closed due to construction work.
Marjory_M, Apr 2025
Tour guide imformative
Not much time in places
Carpet shop visit which is not on the agenda
Long day
charanprite_d, Dec 2024
Loved it! Beautiful sights, really insightful, very educational and learned at lot about Tunisia. Highly recommended.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
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Terence_B, Dec 2024
The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The places we visited were fascinating. The one thing I was perplexed with and they was the lack of non-Muslims not being allowed into the mosque. Strange given the Blue Mosque in Istanbul welcomes all to enjoy and pray in their amazing building.
El Jem is fascinating. The architecture at a time of limited tools shows how talented these people were.
Lunch was provided. It was tasty and plentiful.
A memorable day was had by all.
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Your comments are very important for us to improve our services and we are glad you were satisfied with our services.
We hope to be your choice for your future holiday destinations.
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Liam_A, Dec 2024
The guide Faris, was super knowledgeable, friendly and charismatic. He helped us understand the history of Kairouan, El Jem, and Tunisia as a whole. I definitely enjoyed the day and got my money's worth
Response from Host, Jan 2025
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Clare_P, Dec 2024
The guide was very knowledgeable and kind. He talked about the general history of Tunisia, as well as the specific places of Kairouan and El Jem. We were given time on our own in the museum and at the amphitheatre at El Jem.
No real downsides to the trip, maybe some more time walking in the Medina in Kairouan but it was already a full day.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Dear valued Guest,
Thank you for your very positive feedback.
We appreciate your kind words for our guide and we are happy you enjoyed every part of the tour.
We hope to be your choice for your future holiday destinations.
Kind regards,
Customer Service team
Clarence_F, Nov 2024
Fares is a great guide. He took care of all the guests on tour, providing all the necessary information in a very interesting manner. He was always inviting questions and ensured we got the best experience. The bus driver (Naser?) was also experienced. The bus was in good condition. The highlight of the tour was El Jem amphitheatre. The El Jem Museum was also so well explained by Fares. I would have liked to spend more time in Kairouan as some important sites like the 3 doors mosque were skipped. I personally didn't like the visit to the carpet showroom in Kairouan but I understand that it is part of the cultural experience. The good thing is that the carpet salespersons are not pushy. The lunch at Ammar Restaurant in El Jem was very average. Overall, I highly recommend this tour and cheers to Fares
Response from Host, Jan 2025
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Thank you so much for your very positive feedback and the time you have dedicated to write it. We really appreciate the very detailed description. Your comments are very important to us to keep our service level up to the standards. We are happy that you have enjoyed every part of the tour and hope to see you back on one of our activities in your future holiday destination.
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Ilker_M, Nov 2024
It was all in all a good and informative tour with a nice tour guide. The holy city Kairouan with the first mosque in Africa is a must-see! As a muslim I was lucky to go inside and make a short prayer.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Dear valued Guest,
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Yangshen_Y, Apr 2024
This is the kind of experience that everyone would enjoy no matter their preferences or ages. We had great fun. Pick-up was on time and our tour guide knew everything about the places we were visiting. The lunch was provided at a very nice hotel outside El Jem with great food.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Dear valued Guest,
Thank you for your positive feedback. We are happy you enjoyed every part of the tour and we met your travelling expectations.
We hope to be your choice for your future holiday destinations.
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Bettina_S, Jan 2024
Aida was a fantastic tour guide and made this a fabulous trip! Itinerary was very good and the spare time at El Jem Colosseum excellent!
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Dear valued Guest,
Thank you for your very positive feedback.
We appreciate your kind words for our guide and we are happy you enjoyed every part of the tour.
We hope to be your choice for your future holiday destinations.
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Matthew_C, Oct 2024
On a visité Kairouan (les bassins des Aglabides, une mosquée où est enterré un saint islamique, et finalement la grande mosquée) ainsi que El Jem (musée des mosaïques et l’amphithéâtre). Le guide Fares était très aimable et il nous a fourni beaucoup d’informations non seulement à propos des endroits visités, mais aussi sur la culture et l’histoire de la Tunisie.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
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Thank you for your very positive feedback.
We appreciate your kind words for our guide and we are happy you enjoyed every part of the tour.
We hope to be your choice for your future holiday destinations.
Kind regards,
Customer Service team
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