Cultural Trips

Discover two of the many fascinating aspects of Tunisia: the treasures of history and the Arab cultural heritage.

Dive headfirst into the atmosphere of the medina, the old town that many consider the most beautiful and best preserved of North Africa, made a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1979. After a look at the Great Mosque, topped by an imposing minaret, you sink in the souks ("markets" in Arabic). With their narrow streets full of artisan’s stalls and shops of all kinds, Tunis souks represent not only a place to shop, but also a meeting point for the local population.

Your guide will accompany you through the intoxicating fragrances of the perfume souk, among the colours of the wool souk. Soak up the sights sounds and smells within the storese, where you can admire the famous and traditional Tunisian carpets

After lunch your first stop will be the archaeological site of Carthage which for centuries was was the main port in the Mediterranean until in 146 BC, when the Romans, destroyed it. 

From there travel to Sidi Bousaid, this former town which was once devoted to religion. In 1207, a mystic named Abu Said Khalafa ben Yahia settled there to develop Sufism. Death made him the Town's Patron Saint and the hill of Sidi Bou Said became a center of spirituality.

In the morning visit the old town of Sousse and its marina before heading to Monastir with its Ribat fortress and President Bourguiba mausoleum.

After lunch head back to Tunis for your overnight stay