Discover the oasis of Ksar Ghilan on a day tour.
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Nabeul Market sprawls through the coastal town of Nabeul, near Hammammet in Tunisia. It's one of North Africa's largest market and you can buy pretty much anything there. This authentic and vibrant shopping experience is renowned for traditional ceramics, leather goods, spices and textiles – it's a treasure trove of handicrafts and local artisanal products.As well as being a great place to pick up souvenirs, Nabeul market is also fantastic for trying the flavours of Tunisia. There's a large section for fresh produce and plenty of street foods to sample, so look out for treats like fresh local fruit, aromatic spices, olives, honey, traditional pastries and top quality Tunisian dates.You'll have the chance to engage with friendly local vendors at the market, who are always ready to share stories, traditions, and insights about their products. Feel free to haggle and negotiate prices, as it's all part of the fun. Nabeul market is also an immersive cultural experience, and you'll see lots of local people doing their shopping here, too.
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Friguia Park is more than a zoo – it's an animal kingdom where you can see and meet everything from antelopes to zebras. On this guided tour, you'll spend the morning getting up close to more than 60 species of animals – it's the perfect outing for all the family.Tunisia's first zoo, Friguia protects and preserves the most endangered species. Stroll along the elevated trails and learn about the park's well-cared-for animals, which are divided in spacious habitats per species. Over in the wetlands you can see pink flamingos and pelicans, while in the savannah you can observe zebras, elephants, tigers, lions and leopards.Take a break from exploring and let the cheeky sea lions entertain you during a live performance. What's more, there's a dolphin show where you can see the friendly mammal perform impressive tricks. If you're feeling peckish, grab a snack from the cafeteria and sit back and relax at the picnic area. All this in the space of a morning, meaning you'll be back at your hotel to spend the afternoon doing whatever you like.
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Combining the best of the old and the new, this trip showcases Hammamet's abundant charm. Visit the historic medina for its tranquil maze of lanes that look and feel very much as they would have done centuries ago, before heading to the modern Yasmine Medina - Hammamet's shopping destination par excellence.First up, you'll visit the atmospheric old medina of Hammamet, which dates back to the 15th century. Here you'll have free time to wander its alleys of tightly packed whitewashed homes dominated by the Kabir Mosque minaret – made famous by Paul Klee in a painting. Everywhere you look you'll see Arabic detailing such as the keyhole shaped gateways and the colourful studded doors. The traditional, spice-scented souk is well worth a visit, so get your haggling skills ready.The next stop will be the Medina Yasmine, a much newer but equally appealing walled city built in the style of a traditional Tunisian village. You'll discover the local souks and shops, where you can find unique souvenirs and handicrafts. You'll also have the opportunity to visit the beautiful mosque and the Andalusian gardens, which provide a tranquil escape from the bustling streets.
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Tunisia's culture and cuisine are as exotic as her spice-scented souks suggest. And with hospitality as friendly as this, you'll not want to leave.Experience an evening of traditional Tunisian food and entertainment, worthy of a sheikh's court. You'll start off with a guided tour of a reconstructed medina, where the cafes, market stalls and buildings have all been designed to showcase Arabian culture. From here, you'll head to the Museum of Religions and the Palace of the Thousand and One Nights, before hopping on a replica of the pirate ship Barberousse. The real vessel used to sail around in the 15th century. Afterwards, a meze of tasty local dishes will be waiting to warm up your appetite, courtesy of some of the country's best chefs. Quality live performances will accompany you across the evening as you embrace the arabesque atmosphere. The stars of the night are the storytelling sessions. Scheherazade will seduce you with a spellbinding show based on the classic Middle Eastern folk tale, One Thousand and One Nights.
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Many places that trade on their pirate past, but few can actually match Tunisia's authentic heritage in this department. Now you can immerse yourself in this swashbuckling world with a half-day at sea aboard a replica pirate galley, with snacks and water included.Your adventure begins the moment we sail from Sousse harbour into the Mediterranean, just as the Barbary pirates did for centuries. But while they struck fear into European coastal communities as far afield as Iceland, we'll be going out to have wholehearted fun. Lots of fun.When you've worked up the appetite, snacks to munch on will be served, alongside water. As a fun morning for the whole family, this pirate adventure in a replica Barbary galley is hard to beat.
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Kairouan Holy City and El Jem Tour from Hammamet
Kairouan's old town echoes Tunisia's past, with a peaceful air that hasn't changed much in centuries. On this tour, you'll discover history-drenched locations such as the Roman colosseum of El Djem, Africa's second-oldest mosque and the medina of Kairouan. Karim, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Kairouan is Tunisia's holiest destination, renowned for its fine Islamic architecture. The interior of the Great Mosque is all endless pillars and arches, colourful carpets, and chandeliers shaped like pine trees that add to the beauty of the space. Even the drains are decorated with intricate stonework.'We'll start off in the walled city of Kairouan. Protected by sandstone walls, the old town offers medina is a maze of narrow streets, whitewashed houses with brightly painted shutters and brick-laid archways, perfect for exploring. Then you'll visit Kairouan's unmissable Great Mosque - considered one of the finest examples of Islamic architecture in the region. As well as the mosque's splendid interior, the complex also features a large prayer hall, an arcaded courtyard, and a minaret.Another important site in Kairouan is the Sidi Sahbi mausoleum, known for its beautiful tilework and stucco decorations – it's a popular site for pilgrimages. Next, there's a stop for lunch before visiting El Djem amphitheatre, the third-largest built by the Romans. During its heyday, up to 35,000 spectators would pack its steep stands to watch gladiatorial fights.
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Many are the places that trade on their pirate past, but few can actually match Tunisia's authentic heritage in this department. Now you can immerse yourself in this swashbuckling world with a day at sea which includes snacks and drinks on board a replica pirate galley.
El Jem Colosseum Tour with Pirate Boat Cruise
Prepare for an adventure that takes in Tunisia's Roman roots and pirate past. You'll visit an amphitheatre to rival that of Rome with a tour of El Jem – an ancient colosseum where gladiator games once took place. Then, take to the waves for a swashbuckling afternoon at sea that includes swim stops, lunch and snacks aboard a replica pirate galley.This UNESCO World-Heritage site of El Jem is soaked in history. You'll be captivated by its stone-cut walls, fine-tuned archways and three-floor facade, a testament of glory to what was the Roman Empire. Take a seat in the age-old stadium and admire the arena below, just like they did in times gone by.Then, we'll cast off from Monastir harbour into the Mediterranean, just as the Barbary pirates did for centuries. But while they struck fear into European coastal communities as far afield as Iceland, we'll be going out to have wholehearted fun. There'll be stops to dive into the sea for swimming and plenty of time to dry off on-board while chillin' with water drinks and munching on snacks.
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Tunisian Sahara Two-Day Tour from Sousse
The desert sands of Tunisia are sprinkled with Hollywood stardust. This two-day tour takes you to some of the country's top filming locations. You'll visit ancient Roman ruins and underground houses, cross a vast salt lake and spend the night in an oasis on the fringes of the Sahara. Hamdi, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Luke Skywalker's home is in Matmata, a cave village where the houses are hollowed out of the rock. The sandstone is soft enough to dig deep pits, and then dig out caves around the edge, to form the underground rooms. Each room opens onto the base of the pit, which becomes a central courtyard.'Begin your desert adventure at El Jem Colosseum. This ancient Roman stadium used to seat 35,000 spectators, entertained by gladiatorial fights and chariot races. After your cultural fix, head to Matmata, for lunch and a visit to the rock-cut cave homes that starred in the Star Wars films. Finish the day in your very own oasis for an overnight stay in Douz, the ‘Gateway to the Sahara'.In the morning, you'll cross Chott el Djerid, a rust-washed salt lake, before hopping into a 4x4 for a ride to Onk Jemal. Here, you'll explore a film set city built exclusively for Star Wars. After stopping for a Tunisian lunch at Gafsa, you'll round off the tour with a photo stop at historic Kairouan. You won't be able to resist taking lots of pics of the richly decorative mosques that give the town an abundance of character.
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Look no further than the Zulu dinner show for an evening of Tunisian fun. Tribal groups, belly dancers and Berber drummers come together to deliver this entertainment extravaganza, which will have you on your feet. What's more, you'll tuck into a sumptuous banquet with free-flowing drinks. The tour has all the ingredients for an evening to remember.You'll be picked up from your hotel and transported to Friguia Animal Park, Tunisia's first zoo. On arrival, there's free time to explore the park and get up close to tigers, elephants, giraffes and more animals which roam around large, natural-style enclosures.Then, it's on to the main event. Take your seat in the Shaka restaurant, a circular thatched tent where you'll spend the rest of the evening. The show kicks off in style with a belly dance performance, followed by infectious drumming, tribal dances and melodic songs by African folklore groups. All this while you feast on hearty Tunisian cuisine, washed down with unlimited wine and soft drinks.
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An evening of edge-of-your-seat adventure awaits at Medinat Alzahra dinner show. Transporting you through 3,000 years of Tunisian history, you'll see clashing swords, thundering hooves and cannonballs fly in this entertainment extravaganza. What's more, you'll get a feast of local cuisine and free flowing wine as the perfect side dish to your evening.Like a living museum, Tunisian history and heritage are very much a part of the Medinat Alzahra experience. Even the venue is special – all horseshoe arches, motifs and domes, it's every bit the ancient Moorish castle. Greeted by a Bedouin tent scene complete with pure-bred Arab horses, traditional bread making and even a bit of belly dancing, you'll head to the banquet hall for dinner.After a feast of traditional fare, you're led to a lakeside amphitheatre to be dazzled by a spectacular light and laser show – every flash and bang designed to represent a moment in Tunisia's past. But it's not just strobes and spotlights. You'll also watch stuntmen, sword fights and acrobats bring history to life on this unforgettable night.
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