Step Back into the Millennium, Small Group Tour
Step Back into the Millennium, Small Group Tour
Step Back into the Millennium, Small Group Tour
6 Days Starting and ending in Tunis, Tunisia
Visiting: Tunis, Kairouan, Hammamet
Tour operator:
Tour code:
354745
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
2-
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through Tunisia with the "Step Back into the Millennium" tour. This cultural adventure begins in Tunis, where you'll explore the picturesque village of Sidi Bou Said, the ancient ruins of Carthage, and the vibrant Medina. Delve into the rich history of Dougga, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Roman town of Bulla Regia. Discover the Roman ruins of Sufetula and the strategic fortress of Makthar. Visit the Great Mosque of Kairouan and the Roman amphitheater of El Djem. Enjoy luxurious accommodations and savor local cuisine as you traverse this fascinating country, ending your journey back in Tunis.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Tunis
Location: Tunis
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*
Upon your arrival at the Tunis International Airport, meet and greet by the guide is followed by the transfer directly to the hotel in Tunis, the capital of the country and its greatest metropolitan area. If you are tired from the journey, you can simply put your feet up in the hotel and take advantage of the available services. Otherwise, you can head out and start enjoying the wonders of this exotic city.
Overnight in Tunis.
Day 2 : Tunis - Sidi Bousaid – Carthage – Medina – Tunis (45 Km – 1.15 Hrs)
Location: Tunis
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake up to the tasty breakfast at the hotel. Today you start with the discovery of unique historical sites of the country. Your first stop is picturesque village Sidi Bou Said, known for its whitewalls and blue windows and doors, and a dazzling view on the Mediterranean Sea. Trip continues to Carthage, located on a magnificent coastline. Although the ancient city was destroyed by the Romans, it still nowadays features excavations of homes, baths and sewage systems. In the same area is the Amphitheatre of Carthage, built towards the 1st century and later rebuilt by the Romans. The theatre today hosts some 30000 visitors at the yearly International Music Festival of Carthage. After lunch, you will head towards downtown Tunis to visit the National Museum of Bardo, renowned for its rich collection of Mosaics and location on an old beylical castle in the middle of the old city of Tunis. The day is wrapped up by visiting the ancient Medina of Tunis. The rest of the day at leisure.Â
Overnight in Tunis.
Day 3 : Tunis - Bulla Regia – Dougga – Kairouan (380 Km – 5.5 Hrs)
Location: Kairouan
Accommodation Name: Hotel Kasbah Kairouan or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The third day of this roundtrip continues to yet another one of Tunisia’s riche archaeological sites, the site of Dougga, qualified by UNESCO as a world heritage for containing of the best-preserved Roman sites in the area. After the breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to learn about this site that contains a heritage of a variety of civilizations amongst which the Roman, the Punic and the Byzantine. Its most significant monuments are the Capitol and the Theatre. After a local lunch, you will continue to Bulla Regia a Berber, Punic, and Roman town. Its surviving ruins are noted for their Hadrianic-era semi-subterranean housing, a protection from the fierce heat and effects of the sun. Many of the mosaic floors have been left in place; others may be seen at the Bardo Museum in Tunis. After the visit you will continue to Kairouan. The rest of the day at leisure.Â
Overnight in Kairouan.
Day 4 : Kairouan - Sufetula – Makthar – Kairouan (300 Km – 4.45 Hrs)
Location: Kairouan
Accommodation Name: Hotel Kasbah Kairouan or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and get ready for your following destination. The Roman ruins of Sufetula, containing the best preserved Roman forum temples in Tunisia. It was the entry point of the Muslim conquest of North Africa. After lunch, you will head towards Makthar, a strategic fortress built by the Numidians in the 3rd century BC, chosen to control at that time the trade routes between Sbeitla, Kairouan, and El Kef. Once back at the hotel in Kairouan, spend the rest of the day at leisure.Â
Overnight in Kairouan.
Day 5 : Kairouan – El Jem – Sousse – Hammamet (240 Km – 3.15 Hrs)
Location: Hammamet
Accommodation Name: Hotel Golden Tulip Yasmine Hammamet or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After the breakfast at the hotel meet your guide and together walk through the old Medina of Kairouan to the Great Mosque of Kairouan, located in the middle of the centre. The site attracts thousands of local and international visitors for its magnificent architectural and spiritual value. Afterward visit the Aghlabid pools, two large basins and cisterns that persist for the centuries after they have served during decades of scarce drinking water resources. After lunch, the tour heads towards El Djem home of the Roman amphitheatre of El Djem, the second largest Roman Amphitheatre, built in 18 century. The site was mainly used for spectator events, namely gladiator battles. The day will finish by a short walk in the leisure harbour of Port El Kantaoui, where you will have opportunity to purchase some souvenirs or simply enjoy the scene while sipping some Tunisian coffee or fresh juice. Late afternoon you will be transferred to your hotel in Hammamet and the rest if the day at leisure.Â
Overnight in Hammamet.
Day 6 : Hammamet - Departure Tunis (75 Km – 1 H)
Location: Tunis
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy your last breakfast at the hotel and at indicated time you will be transferred to the Tunis International Airport to take your flight for onwards destinations.Â
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.
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Accommodation
5 nights’ accommodation in superior hotel categories.
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Meals
5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners.
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Transport
Pick-up and drop-off transfers from/to Tunis International Airport on a shared basis and shared transportation in an air-conditioned car throughout the tour.
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Entrance Fees and Activities
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Sidi Bou Said, Carthage sightseeing, Medina (Day 2), Dougga tour (Day 3), Sufetula tour (Day 4), City tour of Kairouan (Great Mosque of Kairouan included; Day 5).
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Other
Meet and greet upon arrival at the airport.
What's Not Included
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Tips or Visa Fees
Tips or visa fees are not included.
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Flights
International or domestic flights are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not included.
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Meals or Drinks Not Listed
Meals or drinks not listed in the itinerary are not included.
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Insurance
Any type of personal or travel insurance is not included.
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Porterage and Gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Tunisia though a warm jumper and jacket are advisable in the cooler months. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Please Note
- Please note that the inbound/outbound transfers between the airport and hotel are included only as part of the package. If pre or post-night stay is booked additional transfers should be purchased separately
- A room upgrade is available on request with an additional supplement
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
- Late check-out, early check-in, connecting or adjoining rooms at the hotel are all subject to availability and not guaranteed
- The triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed
- In case of Bardo National Museum closure, the visit will be replaced with the Museum of El Djem.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 2 Tunis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth similar 5*
Day 3, 4 Kairouan:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Kasbah Kairouan or similar 5*
Day 5 Hammamet:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Tulip Yasmine Hammamet or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre- night in Tunis on bed and breakfast basis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*Â
Post- night in Hammamet on bed and breakfast basis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Tulip Taj Sultan or similar 5*
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably with shared transportation in an air-conditioned car throughout the tour, including pick-up and drop-off transfers from/to Tunis International Airport.
Accommodation
Enjoy 5 nights of superior accommodation in Tunisia, including stays at Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth, Hotel Kasbah Kairouan, and Hotel Golden Tulip Yasmine Hammamet, all rated 5 stars.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 2 Tunis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth similar 5*
Day 3, 4 Kairouan:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Kasbah Kairouan or similar 5*
Day 5 Hammamet:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Tulip Yasmine Hammamet or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre- night in Tunis on bed and breakfast basis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*Â
Post- night in Hammamet on bed and breakfast basis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Tulip Taj Sultan or similar 5*
Check out our Q&As
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What languages are available for the tour guide?
The tour guide is available in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 5 nights' accommodation in superior hotel categories: Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar in Tunis, Hotel Kasbah Kairouan or similar in Kairouan, and Hotel Golden Tulip Yasmine Hammamet or similar in Hammamet.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes pick-up and drop-off transfers from/to Tunis International Airport on a shared basis and shared transportation in an air-conditioned car throughout the tour.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour?
Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included, such as visits to Sidi Bou Said, Carthage sightseeing, Medina, Dougga tour, Sufetula tour, and the Great Mosque of Kairouan.
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What should I wear during the tour?
Comfortable and light clothing is recommended, though a warm jumper and jacket are advisable in cooler months. Visitors should avoid sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent are also recommended.
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Is there an option for pre or post-night stays?
Yes, there are optional extras for pre-night stays in Tunis and post-night stays in Hammamet, both on a bed and breakfast basis.
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What happens if the Bardo National Museum is closed?
In case of Bardo National Museum closure, the visit will be replaced with the Museum of El Djem.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.Â
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of tunisie voyages charges.
At 4 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.