Explore Kairouan on a day-trip from Tunis, Hammamet, Sousse or Monastir, that includes the greatest waterworks of the Middle Ages, the Aghlabite Basins. Discover the Great Okba Mosque, one of the oldest in North Africa, and enjoy pickup and drop-off, plus optional Monastir or Sousse.
Depart by getting picked up from your accommodation and head toward Kairouan. Once there, be transported back in time to the 9th-century Aghlabite Basins, which can be viewed from the top of the Tourist Information Building. Take this first visit as the introduction to the foundation of Kairouan and its glorious age.
Next, proceed to the 7th-century Great Okba Mosque, the oldest in all of North Africa. Appreciate the powerful and beautiful expression of faith inherent in the 9th-century building. Find next the nearby Sidi Sahbi, and explore the building with its minaret and stunning courtyards, lined with green-blue tile work and white plaster stucco.
Upon the entrance to the Medina, enjoy a guided walk through the main street of this mystical place. Take advantage of the free time available to embark on a quest for individual discovery and shopping nearby. Stop at a local restaurant and taste new flavors (optional).
Relax during the hour and fifteen-minute drive toward El Jem's amphitheater. As one of the main attractions in Tunisia, this monumental site is the most commonly visited by tourists from around the world. Learn its ancient history, from its construction in the mid-3rd century AD to understanding how it became the largest Roman monument in Africa.
As one of the last large amphitheaters built during the Roman era, its architectural design is an improvement over that of the Coliseum of Rome. After fulfilling your thirst for knowledge about this spectacular place, ride back to Tunis in a comfortable and air-conditioned vehicle.