Timeless Tunisia: Culture, Coastlines, and Charm

Day 1

Arrival in Tunis Dar El Jeld Hotel and Spa 5*

Arrive at Tunis-Carthage International Airport and transfer to your boutique hotel in the heart of Tunis. Take the evening to relax or enjoy a welcome dinner featuring local delicacies like brik and couscous.

Dar El Jeld is one of the most popular hotels in Tunis. It is a 5-star property located within the historical medina. The décor is magnificent with beautiful archways and a courtyard with old lemon trees. Don’t miss the lovely rooftop restaurant that offers the most delicious lamb stew. The spa with a hammam and various massage treatments are exceptional.

Overnight: Tunis

Day 2

Exploring Tunis and the Medina

Spend the day uncovering Tunis’ vibrant history. Start with a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Medina of Tunis, a maze of narrow streets filled with colourful souks and historical mosques. In this tour you will be visiting the Royal Mausoleum of Tourbet el Bey - a resting place for many rulers of the Husainid dynasty. Keep on walking towards Zitouna Mosque, the largest and oldest mosque in Tunisia (non-Muslim visitors are not allowed to step inside the prayer hall). Inside the Medina you will also visit Dar Othman, one of the most beautiful palaces in the city. 

The medina is the perfect place to shop for groceries and mingle with the locals. Here there are three main areas: the cheese and meat; the fresh seafood area and the vegetable and fruit section. Don’t miss the Souk Chaouachia and the skull hats vendors!

Overnight:  Tunis

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3

Day Trip to Carthage and Sidi Bou Said

From Tunis, you will depart on a day trip to Carthage and Sidi Bou Said to uncover some of the most incredible Roman ruins and waterfront landscapes. Upon arriving to Carthage, your guide will show you the Punic Ports and the Antonine Baths. These ruins used to be a complex built by the Phoenicians and rebuilt by the Romans: there is a Colosseum, an amphitheatre, baths, a Cathedral and a well-preserved Roman Villa.

Afterward, head to Sidi Bou Said, known for its whitewashed buildings and blue doors. Stroll through its charming streets, enjoy the views of the Mediterranean, and sip mint tea at a traditional café. You can almost imagine you are in Santorini!

Overnight: Tunis

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 4

Gastronomic Tour in Tunis

Dive into Tunisia’s culinary delights with a private cooking class. Start the day with a visit to the Central Market of Tunis to shop for spices and local ingredients. Then, head to the cooking school quarter to learn how to prepare classic dishes such as harissa, tajine, and makroudh. 

On this delicious adventure, you will learn more about the gastronomy and culture of Tunisia while savouring incredible Arab, Berber, French, Italian, and Ottoman cuisine. Did you know that pork is not consumed in Muslim countries? Also, the spicier, the better! Locals love adding heat to their dishes and combining sweet and savoury flavors.

Overnight:  Tunis

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5

Transfer to Hammamet and Beach Relaxation
Hotel la Badira 5*

Travel to Hammamet, Tunisia's premier beach destination. Today you will spend the afternoon relaxing on golden sands or indulging in a spa treatment at your luxurious seaside resort.

Your hotel in Hammamet will be La Badira.  There are 130 beautifully designed suites to choose from and some of them come with a private pool. For wellness treatments, there is the on-site Spa By Clarins that offers everything from massages with essential oils and a hammam, to an infrared sauna and treatments in hot salt water. Once you get hungry, go to one of the hotel’s restaurants and try delicacies such as forest risotto, stewed lamb, and shrimp ravioli.

Overnight: Hammamet

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 6

Hammamet Medina and Cap Bon Peninsula

Explore the Medina of Hammamet, famous for its fortifications and sea views. Later, embark on a private tour of the Cap Bon Peninsula, visiting traditional pottery workshops and tasting local wines.

Hammamet is often referred to as the St. Tropez of Tunisia, and it is really unique with its colourful medina with a 13th-century fort, a modern area with malls, theme parks and casinos, and the Punic ruins and Roman remains.

Overnight: Hammamet

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 7

Departure from Tunis

After breakfast, transfer to Tunis-Carthage International Airport for your departure. Take with you memories of Tunisia’s unique blend of history, culture, and coastal beauty.

Meals included: Breakfast