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Kairouan Holy City and El Jem Colosseum Tour from Sousse

4.4/5 Monastir, Sousse from TUI Tunisia S.A.
  • Duration8 hours
  • Max Travelers15 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryBest Conversion, Bus Tours

Overview

Travel through Tunisia’s rich heritage on this full-day tour to Kairouan and El Jem. Begin in Kairouan, a UNESCO-listed city and spiritual center of Islam, where you’ll visit the Great Mosque, the Aghlabid Basins, and the beautifully tiled Barber Mosque. After a buffet lunch, head to El Jem to explore its colossal Roman amphitheatre—one of the best-preserved in the world. This tour offers a unique blend of Islamic and Roman history, ideal for culture and archaeology enthusiasts.

• Guided visit to Kairouan’s Great Mosque, Aghlabid Basins, and Barber Mosque
• Explore the iconic El Jem Amphitheatre, a Roman masterpiece
• Discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites and ancient architecture
• Ideal for lovers of history, religion, and archaeology

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What's included

  • Entrance fees for El Jem Amphitheatre, including access to the Colosseum and Museum

  • Discover the city with a local expert guide

  • Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off included

  • Enjoy a delicious and varied buffet lunch

What's Not included

  • Drinks

Itinerary

  • This architectural masterpiece is one of the oldest and most significant Islamic monuments in North Africa, renowned for its serene courtyards and towering minaret.

  • This beautifully decorated Tunisian Zaouia is dedicated to one of the Prophet Muhammadu2019s companions and is a revered religious site located just outside the ancient medina of Kairouan.

  • Continue to the Aghlabid Basins, a remarkable feat of Islamic hydraulic engineering. These large stone reservoirs were crucial in supplying water to the city and are among the most famous medieval water systems in the Islamic world.

  • Explore this awe-inspiring structure, which once held up to 35,000 spectators, and imagine the dramatic gladiator battles and public events that once echoed through its stone corridors.

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

Reviews

4.4/5 20 reviews
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