EXTRA VIRGIN 8 DAYS TUNISIA DISCOVRY TOUR
Days includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Explore the highlights of Tunisia. A variety of landscapes and sights, from Mediterranean beaches to the Sahara desert, from ancient souks to Star Wars film sets. A real opportunity to experience Tunisia culture both ancient and modern, discover the mysterious troglodyte houses of the Berbers, the most important archaeological sites in Tunisia, The great Sahara Desert and more… Day 1: Arrival to Tunis Salam! Welcome to Tunis, capital of Tunisia. The city has two main sections – the 19th century Ville nouvelle grid (created by French colonialists) and the eighth century medina where all alleyways lead to the Great Mosque. You’ll explore both tomorrow. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm. If you have spare time before the welcome meeting, maybe head out to sample some specialties like lablabi (chickpea soup), tajine (different from the Moroccan version), or, if you have a sweet tooth, bambalouni (deep fried doughnut). Day 2: Tunis Carthage Sidi Bou Said Tunis Medina BREAKFAST at the hotel then Departure to Carthage, spot some of Tunisia’s most exclusive villas along the way. Explore the city with your guide, taking in ancient landmarks with sweeping views of the surrounding coastline. Learn about how Carthage was famously destroyed by the Romans in 146 BC, but excavations have revealed homes, sewage systems, and the remains of the city walls. After visiting the UNESCO listed archeological site, continue to Sidi Bou Said, a blue and white, picturesque village that looks over the Mediterranean. Pause for lunch at a local restaurant. Make the final stop of the day in the Tunis Medina, the city’s UNESCO listed old city. Follow your guide through the narrow streets to the Zitouna Mosque, a traditional cap makers market, and Tunis colorful perfume market. This tour concludes with drop off at the hotel in Tunis. Check in for 1 night in Tunis (**** 4 Stars Hotel)