Nature and Culture, Small Group Tour
Nature and Culture, Small Group Tour
Nature and Culture, Small Group Tour
5 Days Starting and ending in Tunis, Tunisia
Visiting: Tunis, Bizerte, Tabarka, Carthage
Tour operator:
Tour code:
288190
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
2-99
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Ruins-Archaeology
Activities:
Tour Overview
Discover the rich tapestry of Tunisia on the "Nature and Culture, Small Group Tour." This immersive journey begins in the laid-back capital of Tunis, renowned for its stunning Islamic architecture and proximity to the ancient ruins of Carthage. Explore the historic city of Bizerte, with its charming old port and sandy beaches, and marvel at the well-preserved ruins of Dougga, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy guided tours in multiple languages, comfortable accommodations, and delicious meals as you traverse through picturesque landscapes and culturally significant sites. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and historical exploration, making it an unforgettable experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Tunis (25 Km – 1 Hr)
Location: Tunis
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*
Meals Included: Dinner
Upon arrival at the Tunis–Carthage International Airport, you will be met by your professional guide and driver and transferred to your accommodation. Spend the rest of the day relaxing in the hotel facilities or head outside to explore the area and in the evening enjoy delicious dinner at your hotel.
Overnight in Tunis.
Day 2 : Tunis – Utique – Bizerte (110 Km – 2.5 Hrs)
Location: Bizerte
Accommodation Name: Hotel Andalucia Beach Resort or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel. After that, you will be picked up at around 8 am and head towards downtown Tunis to visit the Bardo National Museum, renowned for its rich collection of mosaics and built on an old Beylical castle in the heart of the old city of Tunis. Following the visit of Bardo, you will leave the capital driving towards the north to visit the site of Utique, an ancient Phoenician and Carthaginian city located near the outflow of the Medjerda River into the Mediterranean, between Carthage in the south and Bizerte in the North, which is the northernmost city in Africa and where you will have lunch in a local restaurant and spend the rest of the day discovering the city with your guide. Arrive at your hotel for check in at around 6 pm and devour your dinner in the hotel.
Overnight in Bizerte.
Day 3 : Bizerte – Sejnene – Tabarka (140 Km – 2.5 Hrs)
Location: Tabarka
Accommodation Name: Hotel Golden Yasmine Mehari or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This day is all about natural escape. After breakfast, you will be picked up at around 8 am. The moment you leave Bizerte, you will continue on a road crossing vast green fields, mountains, barrages and an occasional panoramic view on the Mediterranean Sea. Your first stop will be in Sejnene. Famous for its unique pottery style and colors, this small village is internationally renowned for the clay designing done by its women artisans, an art that exhibits the Berber details through its structure and colors. Your next and final stop for the day will be Tabarka, a city colored not only by its nature and architecture but also by its cultural heritage of Berber, Punic, Hellenistic, Roman, Islamic, Genoese and Turkish origin. The town is dominated by an offshore rock, from which you can see all of Tabarka and its surrounding area. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant in Tabarka, and the rest of the day will be dedicated to the visit of its fort and its needle-shaped rocks falling over each other until they reach the sea, its old port and the village and local coral shops. Arrive at your hotel for check in at around 6 pm.
Overnight in Tabarka.
Day 4 : Tabarka – Ain Drahem – Bulla Regia – Dougga – Oudhna – Tunis (300 Km – 4.5 Hrs)
Location: Tunis
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This day highlights the historical and mainly the archeological experience of the roundtrip. You will be picked up after breakfast at around 8 am to start with the visit of Ain Drahem. Its name derived from the Roman language and it is describing the sulfurous hot springs where you will also see ruins of Roman Baths. Your next stop is Bulla Regia, in which you will have a unique experience exploring a complete and well-preserved infrastructure of a Roman city and underground buildings that were once used by the Romans as elegant homes far from the heat. Your next stop is yet another archeological richness in the area, qualified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1997 for being the best preserved Roman small town in North Africa. Its main highlights are the Libyco-Punic Mausoleum, the capitol, the theater, and the temples of Saturn and of Juno Caelestis. You will have lunch in Dougga and continue to your last archeological stop; the site of Uthina before making your way to Tunis. Uthina is significant for its half-way dug theatre seating 16 thousand spectators. Arrive at your hotel for check in at around 6 pm.
Overnight in Tunis.
Day 5 : Carthage - Tunis Departure (25 Km - 1 Hr)
Location: Carthage
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Last but not least, at around 8am and before your departure, you will make the visit of the indispensable ruins of Carthage, capital of the Carthaginian civilization and the trading hub of the Middle East in ancient history. At the agreed time of pick-up, you will be taken to the airport for your return flight. (Depending on your arrival and departure flights, the first and last day itineraries may vary and lunch is either included on the first or last day of the roundtrip).
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with an English, French, German, Italian or Spanish-speaking guide on a shared basis.
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Accommodation
4 nights’ accommodation in superior hotel categories.
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Meals
4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners.
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Transport
Shared transportation as indicated in the itinerary and inbound/outbound shared transfers from/to Tunis-Carthage International Airport.
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Entrance Fees and Activities
All entrance fees and activities indicated in the itinerary, including visits to Bardo National Museum, Utique, Bizerte city tour, Sejnene village, Tabarka town tour, Ain Drahem, Bulla Reia, Dougga, Uthina sites tour, and Carthage ruins tour.
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Other
Meet & greet at Tunis–Carthage International Airport (Day 1).
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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Optional Activities
Optional activities are not included.
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Drinks During Meals
Drinks during the meals are not included.
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Insurance
Any type of personal or travel insurance is not included.
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Other Services
Other services not clearly indicated in the package inclusions 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
- Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice
- Depending on your arrival and departure flights, the first and last day itineraries may vary and lunch is either included on the first or last day of the roundtrip
- On Day 5 we recommend you book your return flight no earlier than 2pm to be able to take part in the morning excursion
- 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 and 4 Tunis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*
Day 2 Bizerte:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Andalucia Beach Resort or similar 4*
Day 3 Tabarka:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Yasmine Mehari or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
 Pre- and Post- night in Tunis on bed and breakfast basis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*Â
Mode of Transport
Shared transportation is provided as indicated in the itinerary, including inbound and outbound shared transfers from/to Tunis-Carthage International Airport.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights’ accommodation in superior hotels, including Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth in Tunis, Hotel Andalucia Beach Resort in Bizerte, and Hotel Golden Yasmine Mehari in Tabarka, with an optional pre- and post-night stay in Tunis.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 and 4 Tunis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*
Day 2 Bizerte:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Andalucia Beach Resort or similar 4*
Day 3 Tabarka:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Golden Yasmine Mehari or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
 Pre- and Post- night in Tunis on bed and breakfast basis:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*Â
Check out our Q&As
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What languages are the tour guides available in?
The tour guides are available in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 4 nights of accommodation. The hotels are: Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5* in Tunis (Day 1 and 4), Hotel Andalucia Beach Resort or similar 4* in Bizerte (Day 2), and Hotel Golden Yasmine Mehari or similar 4* in Tabarka (Day 3).
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
Shared transportation is provided as indicated in the itinerary, including inbound and outbound shared transfers from/to Tunis-Carthage International Airport.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?
Yes, all entrance fees and activities indicated in the itinerary are included. This includes visits to the Bardo National Museum, Utique, Bizerte city tour, Sejnene village, Tabarka town tour, Ain Drahem, Bulla Reia, Dougga, Uthina sites tour, and Carthage ruins tour.
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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 to extend my stay in Tunis?
Yes, there is an optional extra to book pre- and post-night stays in Tunis on a bed and breakfast basis at Hotel El Mouradi Gammarth or similar 5*.
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What are the main highlights of the tour?
The main highlights include visiting Tunis and the ruins of Carthage, exploring the historically rich city of Bizerte, discovering the ancient city of Dougga, and experiencing the cultural heritage of Tabarka.
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What is the recommended time for booking my return flight?
It is recommended to book your return flight no earlier than 2pm on Day 5 to be able to take part in the morning excursion to the ruins of Carthage.
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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.