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Kairouan and El Jem Small Group Tour from Tunis
Tunis, Tunisia
8 hours
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Date
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What You Will Do
Kairouan, the 4th holiest city in the Islamic world. The visit starts from the 9Th century Aghlabid basins with an introduction to the foundation of Kairouan and its glorious ages. Moving to the grand mosque, the oldest in North Africa, then the nearby Sidi Sahbi with an introduction to some Tunisian traditions. End the visit with a walk through the medina and its exotic charm. Visit of El Jem (Thysdrus) Roman amphitheater, the third biggest & the best-preserved one in the Roman world. Terminate with the visit of the famous Museum of El Jem.
What's Included?
- Transportation in a tourism approved vehicle (insured for tourists)
- Pickup and drop-off from hotels in Tunis, Hammamet or Sousse
- Transport by air-conditioned private car
- Licensed Tour Guide
What's Not Included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels in other cities
- Lunch
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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The Great Mosque of Kairouan
1 hour
The Great Mosque of Kairouan, also known as the Mosque of Uqba, is a historic Islamic landmark in Kairouan, Tunisia. Built in the 7th century, it boasts a blend of Islamic, Byzantine, and Roman architecture. Its iconic minaret, the "Tower of Uqba," is a symbol of its grandeur. Serving as a center for worship, scholarship, and culture, it remains a revered site for Muslims worldwide and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: SAHARANSKY.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of 02 people per booking is required
Guide Options
- Guide - Arabic
- Guide - German
- Guide - English
- Guide - Italian
- Guide - French
- Guide - Spanish
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