Discover the wonders of Tunisia for 16-day with Far Horizons
Forged along the North African coastline, Tunisia offers an impressive variety of landscapes. In the North, you’ll find lush green mountains, lakes, and rivers. Meanwhile, the southern region is dominated by the vast Sahara Desert, broken only by scattered oases. Tunisia’s location near Sicily’s narrow straits has placed it at the center of Mediterranean history. For millennia, numerous armies have passed through, leaving fascinating traces of their presence. The Phoenicians, Romans, Vandals, and others have all left their mark. On this journey, led by Roman expert Dr. Jennifer Tobin.
Why join the Wonders of Tunisia Tour?
We’ll visit all seven of Tunisia’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Dougga, Carthage, and the grand El Jem amphitheater.
Explore Phoenician remains, Roman amphitheaters and aqueducts, Byzantine fortresses, desert oases, thousand-year-old mosques, and vibrant Berber (Amazigh) fortified villages as we travel from the fertile northern mountains to the deserts of the south and the Mediterranean Sea coast of the east. Don’t miss this in-depth journey of the Wonders of Tunisia!
“Dr Jennifer Tobin was fabulous! She made this tour so great, with the depth of her knowledge, and her obvious enthusiasm for Turkish culture and ancient history. Also, she has a wicked sense of humor which added to our enjoyment. I also loved her ‘hand-outs’ for each site!” – Christine Kaferly
The Wonders of Tunisia Itinerary in a glance:
Begin with a visit to the ancient city of Carthage and the picturesque village of Sidi Bou Said. Explore the Roman ruins of Chemtou, Le Kef, and Maktar.
In Kairouan, visit the Great Mosque, and then uncover the Roman city of Sufetula. Discover the stunning landscapes and history of Chebika, Tamerza, and Mides before heading to the desert town of Matmata.
Next, visit the Ksars of Tataouine and the Berber village of Chenini, followed by the island of Djerba to see El Ghriba Synagogue and Borj el Kebir. Explore the grand El Jem amphitheater, the Ribat of Sousse, and the Great Mosque.
Explore the ancient city of Kerkouane and the Hammamet fortress in Cape Bon. The journey continues to Uthina, Thuburbo Majus, and the Zaghouan aqueduct. Finally, visit the Roman cities of Dougga, Bulla Regia, and Tunis medina before departing Tunisia.
