Tunisian Adventure + Hammamet
From bustling Berber cities and awesome historical architecture, to swathes of golden desert and spectacular rocky gorges, Tunisia is an enchanting blend of European sophistication and Arabian exoticism.
At the end of your tour, why not add a relaxing week in Hammamet? On day 8 (Sun) of your tour you will be transferred to your hotel to enjoy a week's stay before returning to Tunis airport for your flight to the UK.
Hammamet nestles amid flower filled orchards, citrus and vine groves and two exquisite sandy bays. Explore the delightful 15th century fort which juts dramatically out into the sea and the charming cafés, bars and restaurants.
Red Lizard Train
Hammamet
Hammamet
Sousse Medina and town
Sousse Medina
Hammamet
Explore nearby Tunis and visit the Place d'Orient
Monastir Fortress
Bourguiba Mausoleum, dedicated to Tunisia's first president
Tunis market place
Carpets for sale in Tunis market
El Djem Roman amphitheatre
El Djem
Back in Hammamet a wealth of watersports are on offer
Hammamet
Matmata
Troglodyte house, Matmata
Relax on the beach in Hammamet
Hammamet beach
Take an optional desert camel ride, Douz
Cross the salt lake of Chott el Jerid
Hammamet
Naturally formed 'Desert Roses', Chott el Jerid
Optional jeep excursion to Chebika Mountain Oasis, near Tozeur
Chebika Mountain Oasis
The Red Lizard train in Selja Gorge
Red Lizard train
Interior of the Red Lizard train
Temple ruins, Sbeitla
Capitol ruins, Sbeitla
Roman ruins at Dougga
Ruins of the Roman amphitheatre at Dougga
The ancient ruins of Carthage
Ruins of the Antonine Baths, Carthage
Roman ruins, Carthage
Sidi Bou Said Marina
Sidi Bou Said
Tunis' lively souk
Medina terraces, Tunis
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Tunis.
Fly to Tunis where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for one night.
DAY 2: Tunis - Sousse - Monastir - El Djem - Sfax.
This morning drive to Sousse. Enjoy a stop in the medina and view the Mosque before heading to Monastir for a visit to the old town and the Mausoleum of Habib Bourguiba, Tunisia's first president. This afternoon, travel to El Djem's impressive heritage site for a visit to the imposing 3rd century Roman colosseum, originally seating 30,000 people, before continuing to Sfax on the Gulf of Gabes, a former stronghold of Barbary pirates and now Tunisia's second largest city, where you'll stay for one night. (B, D)
DAY 3: Sfax - Gabes - Matmata - Tamezret - Douz.
After exploring Sfax medina, journey via the maritime oasis of Gabes to Matmata, an amazing subterranean cave-dwelling village used in the original 'Star Wars' film and inhabited until the 1960s. Later, visit the pretty hilltop town of Tamezret for scenic views of the valley villages en route to the desert outpost of Douz, where you'll stay for one night. This evening, enjoy an optional camel ride in the desert. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: Douz - Chott El Jerid - Tozeur.
Travel via Kebili to spectacular Chott El Jerid, the largest salt pan in the Sahara, and cross the impressive salt lake to Tozeur, an important oasis on the ancient caravan route between Algeria and Tunisia. Enjoy an included visit to the Dar Cherait Museum, to glimpse how a wealthy trading family lived during the late 19th century, before joining the exciting optional jeep excursion to the mountain oasis of Chebika. This evening, enjoy an optional folklore show with dinner. (B, L)
DAY 5: Tozeur - Red Lizard Train - Gafsa - Sbeitla - Kairouan.
After breakfast, drive to Metlaoui Selja to board the 'Old Bey's' train, now called the Red Lizard Train. Prepare to be enthralled as we take a spectacular two-hour rail journey through the Gorges of Selja with plenty of opportunity for stunning photography. After lunch in Gafsa, we travel to Sbeitla for a visit to the Roman ruins before continuing to the once sacred city of Kairouan for one night. (B, L, D)
DAY 6: Kairouan - Dougga - Tunis.
After a visit to Kairouan's Grand Mosque, drive to Dougga for lunch and a visit to the Roman ruins, the most extensive in Tunisia, spectacularly set against the backdrop of the Atlas Mountains. Later, head to Tunis, the capital city and your base for the next two nights. (B, L, D)
DAY 7: Tunis - Carthage & Sidi-Bou-Said - Tunis.
A delightful blend of ancient and modern, Tunis has a colourful medina and a contemporary city centre. Today's included excursions take in the ancient ruins of Carthage and the Andalucian-looking village of Sidi-Bou-Said before returning to Tunis to admire the famous Bardo Museum, which houses some of the finest Roman mosaics in the world. (B, D)
DAY 8: Tunis - Hammamet.
Leave Tunis and transfer to your hotel in Hammamet for a seven-night stay. (B, D)
DAY 9 to 14: Hammamet. At leisure.
Enjoy a relaxing week at your resort hotel or at a beautiful nearby beach. Alternatively, why not venture out to the resort centre and wander around the array of lively workshops, souvenir arcades and boutiques. (B, D)
DAY 15: Hammamet - Tunis - UK.
Transfer to Tunis airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
Sindbad
Sindbad Hotel and Hammamet Beach
Superior double room, Sindbad
Superior double room, Sindbad
Indoor pool, Sindbad
Half board restaurant, Sindbad
Chiraz à la carte restaurant, Sindbad
Grill restaurant, Sindbad
Djinn bar, Sindbad
Ocean view from Sindbad
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Sindbad
This comfortable hotel offers a well-balanced mix of western and oriental styles. Surrounded by beautiful, lush gardens, the Sindbad enjoys a superb beachfront location and is ideal for those who would like a quiet and relaxing holiday.
Location: Set directly on the beach and just 2km from Hammamet city centre. Golf courses Citrus (discount on green fees for hotel guests) and Yasmine are located 6km away and both are served by a free shuttle bus which runs to and from the hotel.
Facilities: 2 outdoor swimming pools; 1 indoor pool; 4 restaurants; lobby bar; pub; spa & wellness centre including steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, massage and beauty centre; internet corner; shop; money exchange; laundry service; safety deposit boxes, minibar and telephone in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a superior twin room with private facilities; balcony/terrace; air-conditioning; satellite TV; garden view.
Options: Twin room with sea view; single room with garden view.
Official category: 5 star.
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Tunisian Adventure + Hammamet
Price from £975.00
Holiday Highlights
- Sousse Visit Medina & Mosque
- Monastir Visit old town
- El Djem Amphitheatre
- Sfax Visit Medina
- Gabes Maritime Oasis
- Matmata Cave dwellings
- Chott El Jerid Salt plains
- Tozeur Visit Dar Cherait Museum
- Red Lizard Train Train ride
- Tunis Medina & Bardo museum
- Roman Ruins Sbeitla, Dougga & Carthage
Departures from
- London Gatwick
- London Heathrow
Departures between
22 Jul 2012 to 25 Nov 2012
NO HIDDEN EXTRAS: All prices shown include ALL compulsory charges (Fuel Supplement, Air Passenger Duty & Flight Supplement where applicable). Book with confidence: We are members of ABTA and all our air-inclusive holidays are financially protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under the ATOL scheme
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