Sousse Medina heritage tour with visit to Hergla
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Sousse Medina heritage tour with visit to Hergla

4.3/5
Excellent
Based on 55 reviews
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£34.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • It's a day of contrasts as you go sightseeing in two of Tunisia's history-drenched coastal towns
  • You'll explore the clifftop town of Hergla, known for its intricate woven basketware
  • The ancient Medina of Sousse, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one Tunisia's best treasures
  • You can soak up the atmosphere, explore quaint lanes and haggle for goodies in the souks
  • You'll be led by a local expert guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Tunisia and its history
What to expect

Haggling skills at the ready for the souks and shops in these two charming seaside towns. Contrast the quiet village streets of Hergla with the vibrant medina of Sousse. Classic Tunisian crafts you'll see include colourful Kairouan rugs, embroidered textiles, copper lamps, leather slippers and olive wood pieces. Karim, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Look out for traditional raffia-ware in Hergla. Berber artisans use Halfa grass – a dry plant grown in the region – for making hand-woven crafts such as baskets which we use to store fruit, vegetables and bread. They're a great souvenir, and they won't weigh down your luggage.'

We'll begin with a stroll around the whitewashed village of Hergla, sitting pretty on top of the coastal cliffs. It's a charming place where the blue of the windows and doors echoes the sea below. Wander the lanes to see the old mosque and watch the basket weavers at work. Maybe you'll catch the fishing boats coming back to harbour with their catch.

Oozing old-world Tunisian character, Sousse medina's web of lanes are bursting with activity. Karim says, ‘This medina is one of the largest in the Islamic world encircled by walls, and it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site back in 1988 for its fine Arab architecture which hasn't changed for centuries. The Great Mosque and the Ribat fortress are my favourite monuments.' As well as the main market at Bab Jadid, don't miss Bab il Gharbi, a great area for shopping, watching local craftsmen, trying street food, or stopping at a café.

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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 55 reviews from verified customers

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  • Michal

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    przewodniczka Gosia bardzo mila i kompetentna

  • Agnieszka

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Pani Gosia byla fantastyczna, we wszystkim pomagala, nawet podczas tej krótkiej wycieczki opowiedziala mnóstwo informacji o Tunezji i dodatkowo urozma ...

  • Sylwia

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Wycieczka, w której uczestniczylam, byla dobrze zorganizowana: od transferu, przez zakwaterowanie, az po program wycieczek fakultatywnych. Przewodnik ...

  • Wiki

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Pani przewodnik bardzo ciekawie opowiadala, bez nudzenia, czulismy sie zaopiekowani, interesowala sie nami. Ciekawy program wycieczki, taki akurat. Mo ...

  • Irena

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Troche za malo czasu wolnego

  • T.R.

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Hergla soll einen Kunsthandwerkermarkt haben, wir haben 3 Stände gesehen mit Miniangebot. Es gab 5 schöne Häuser in Blauweis. Die Fahrt hat sich wirkl ...

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