8 DAYS TUNISIA ODYSSEY (17 – 24 Dec 2024) *Confirm Departure*
Tunis, Tozeur, El Jem, Monastir, Kairouan, Sousse
Outdoor & Adventure, History & Culture, Off the Beaten, Nature & Wildlife
Tunisia, the northernmost country of the African continent, with a unique blend of Arab and Berber cultures and influence. Delve into the Tunisian culture and expansive history of Tunisia, once part of the Roman and Ottoman Empire, and later colonized by French before gaining independence in 1956. Explore its diverse landscape, from Sahara Desert to mountain oases to the gorgeous Mediterranean coastline, as well as the various old cities listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Centre.
Step back in time as you set foot into the UNESCO-listed Amphitheatre of El Jem, which is one of the oldest and best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world.
Twin Sharing: S$ 8,980 per person
Single Supplement: S$ 1,680 per person
Early Bird Offer
First two bookings with deposit (limit to two rooms) will get complimentary upgrade to a 1 Bedroom Suite in Hilton Skanes Monastir Beach Resort for 2 nights
Deposit Amount
20% deposit at sign up
*Registration Closing Date
31 Oct 2024 or when tour is fully subscribed
Transfer: Airport to Hotel
Transfer to your hotel upon your arrival at the Tunis airport.
Free Day at Leisure
Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure until dinner.
Explore Dougga and Bulla Regia
In the morning, drive 2 hours to UNESCO World Heritage site Dougga, one of the best-preserved ancient Roman sites in North Africa, which comprised of a Capitol, theatre, forum, and Roman baths built in the second century.
After lunch, we will continue driving 1.5-hour further north-west of Tunisia to the archaeological site of Bulla Regia, an ancient Roman settlement with subterranean villas. Thereafter, another 2.5 hours’ drive brings us back to Tunis.
Tunis Highlights
Be wowed at the Bardo National Museum, which houses one of the largest collections of Roman mosaics in the world.
Next, explore the UNESCO-listed Medina of Tunis, a historical core containing about 700 monuments, including palaces, mosques, mausoleums, madrasas, and fountains.
End the day with a tour through Avenue Habib Bourguiba, the central throughfare in the new city from the Tunis Clock Tower to the Cathedral of St Vincent de Paul.
Flight Transfer to Tozeur
We take a domestic flight to Tozeur, a city on the borders of the Atlas and the Sahara Desert, and check-in to your luxurious desert hotel.
Discover Tozeur
Embark on a full day adventure in Tozeur and its neighbouring Chebika and Tamerza mountain oases. Also, enjoy a camel ride experience in the desert!
After lunch, we will drive slightly more than an hour to Ong Jmel, which means “Camel Head”, a sandstone formation that resembles the upper body of a camel. Afterward, take an hour’s drive to the Medina (Old City) of Tozeur that is surrounded by beautiful stone walls.
EL Jem Amphitheatre
We will drive about 5 hours to El Jem and visit the El Jem Museum. Next, be awed by the remarkable UNESCO-listed El Jem Colosseum that is the oldest and most well-preserved Roman amphitheatres and the second largest in the world.
Later, drive about 1 hour to Monastir and check-in to your seafront hotel.
Kairouan and Sousse
Drive about 1.5 hours to Kairouan, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre as well as one of the most celebrated cities in the Islamic World. Marvel at the impressive Great Mosque of Kairouan, also known as Sidi Okba Mosque, the oldest and holiest mosque in North Africa.
Next, visit Sousse, a major port even before Carthage was founded. Over the centuries, Sousse has been inhabited by the Romans, Byzantines, Normans, and Spaniards. Visit the Sousse Archaeological Museum as well as the Medina of Sousse, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Carthage and Sidi Bou Said
This morning, we take a 2.5-hour drive back to Tunis. Discover the UNESCO-listed archaeological sites of Carthage, exploring the Antonin Roman Baths, Byrsa Hill, and Tophets.
Then, venture to the picturesque Sidi Bou Said Moorish village, nestled atop a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean, renowned for its charming white-washed houses adorned with vibrant blue doors and windows.
Olive Oil Estate Visit
Tunisia’s history with olives dates to pre-Roman times, and Tunisia is one of the world’s top producers of olive oil. This morning, we visit an olive oil estate for olive oil tasting and lunch.
Transfer: To Airport
In the afternoon, we transfer to the Tunis airport for your flight home.
Four Seasons Hotel Tunis • Anantara Sahara Tozeur Resort & Villas • Hilton Skanes Monastir Beach Resort
Qatar Airways
17 Dec, Singapore – Doha (QR 945), 02:00 – 05:00
17 Dec, Doha – Tunis (QR 1399), 09:15 – 13:10
24 Dec, Tunis – Doha (QR 1400), 16:05 – 23:15
24 Dec, Doha – Singapore (QR 948), 02:05 – 14:55(+1)
Registration Closing Date: 31 Oct 2024 or when tour is fully subscribed
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