Kairouan and El Jem Colosseum tour with lunch from Sousse
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Kairouan and El Jem Colosseum tour with lunch from Sousse

4.4/5
Excellent
Based on 71 reviews
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£69.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • It's a humbling day exploring Tunisia's dazzling holy sites and vast Roman triumphs
  • You'll visit the intricately decorate Great Mosque of Kairouan – one of the oldest in Africa
  • There's time to get lost in the winding streets of the old medina in Kairouan and browse the souk
  • You'll step back into the days of the gladiators in a tour of the Roman built El Djem Colosseum
  • Your local expert guide will get you up close to the ancient beauty of Kairouan and El Djem
What to expect

The past is part of the landscape in Tunisia and nowhere more so than Kairouan – the country's holiest city – and in the Roman amphitheatre of El Djem. You'll make a pilgrimage back in time to both during this history-drenched full day excursion. Shayma, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘The Great Mosque of Kairouan is Africa's second oldest. The interior is dazzling, with ornate tiles, colourful carpets, and pine-shaped chandeliers that add to the beauty of the space. Even the drains are decorated with intricate tilework.'

You'll kick off the tour in the walled city of Kairouan. Protected by sandstone walls, the medina offers quiet narrow streets, whitewashed houses with brightly painted shutters and brick-laid archways, perfect for exploring. Kairouan's unmissable Great Mosque is 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, a courtyard and a minaret. Another important site in Kairouan is the Sidi Sahbi mausoleum, a significant site for Muslims around the world and known for its beautiful tilework and stucco decorations.

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. Today, you can still see the impressive structure that has stood the test of time and learn about its historical significance.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Lunch
  • check Entrance fees
What to remember
  • Please contact your TUI Rep to confirm the day of the tour and the pick-up time.
  • Pick-ups are available from the selected area in the following resorts.
    If you don't see the option to add a hotel for pick-up, please provide the details at checkout
    - Aqua Skanes Famıly Resort
    - Sahara Beach
    - Jaz Tour Khalaf
    - Marhaba Royal Salem
    - Riadh Palms
    - TUI BLUE Scheherazade
    - Sentido Bellevue Park
    - El Mouradi Palace
    - Royal Kenz Thalasso & Spa
    - Seabel Alhambra Beach Golf & Spa
  • Dress appropriately – no shoulders or knees showing – when visiting religious buildings
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
  • Not suitable for guests with poor health
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
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Provider
TUI TUNISIA
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.4/5

Based on 71 reviews from verified customers

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Value for money

4.4/5

Safety

4.6/5

Service

4.6/5

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4.6/5

  • Lee Evans

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Poor

    Overall rated

    2/5

    The colosseum was the only enjoyable part throughout the tour with the restricted time we had in the colosseum

  • Laura

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Our guide Mohamed was very knowledgeable about the sites. We saw two mosques first and then went to El Jen to see the colosseum where we had 1 hour an ...

  • Anonymous

    From United Kingdom - June 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    A well organised trip. Our guide Mohamed was excellent, his knowledge was very good and his English was flawless. The length of time at each location ...

  • Katie

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Soma s Choudhury

    From United Kingdom - May 2025

    Solo traveller

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The programme itinerary was excellent. Our guide Fares was exceptional .He was passionate about his country,it's history,culture and politics.He broug ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The whole experience was brilliant

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