Kairouan and El Jem Colosseum tour with lunch from Sousse
Excursions & day trips

Kairouan and El Jem Colosseum tour with lunch from Sousse

4.3/5
Excellent
Based on 79 reviews
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£71.00
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

4.3/5

Based on 79 reviews from verified customers

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  • Hani33

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Bad

    Overall rated

    1/5

    We didnt get to go on the excursion. We were supposed to leave at 7.25. We waitted until 8.30 and the driver never turned up. He alleges he was there ...

  • Will56

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Poor value for money. Mostly German language spoken by guide, limited English in comparison. Underfoot conditions hazardous, handrails hot to touch, s ...

  • Revive

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The guide Ayeeda was excellent as was the driver, ayeeda was very knowledgeable and friendly, the whole trip was relaxed and unhurried. However, I th ...

  • Sam D

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Our guide was really very informative however due to the distance covered it was more of a coach tour and it was obvious that we stopped at certain pl ...

  • Paul and Ann

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Usual delays in picking up from multiple hotels and then a further wait in a village for a bus with a set of guests from a different resort to join us ...

  • Briggs

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Poor

    Overall rated

    2/5

    The coach had air conditioning that was hardly different from the temperature outside. The first stop at what was supposed to be a good view of the c ...