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An ancient architectural structure with a series of arches and columns. 1
A cobblestone street lined with white buildings, some with blue doors and green shutters. 2
A historic fortress with two prominent domed structures and a large arched entrance. 3
A tall tower with a dome and arched windows, surrounded by a low wall with people walking in the foreground. 4
A narrow street lined with traditional buildings, a person walking, and a blue door. 5
By Book It Tunisia
Free cancellation available
Price is $54 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Visit Kairouan, the fourth holiest city in Islam.
    • Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Medina.
    • Visit the Aghlabid Basins and Sidi Sahbi Mausoleum.

Activity location

    • Sousse
    • Sousse, Sousse Governorate, Tunisia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Sousse
    • Sousse, Sousse Governorate, Tunisia

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From Sousse & Monastir: Kairouan Guided Trip

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
$54.23 x 1 Adult$54.23
Total
Price is $54.23
Until Thu, Sep 17

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Hammamet area
  • Inclusions
    Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
  • Inclusions
    Professional guide assistance
  • Inclusions
    Visits as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Exclusions
    Meals and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees to monuments (unless specified)
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Souvenirs and shopping
  • Exclusions
    Tips and gratuities

What you can expect

  • Depart from sousse & Monastir for a cultural journey to Kairouan, one of Tunisia’s most fascinating historic cities. Located in the heart of the steppe, Kairouan was the first capital of the Maghreb and remains an important center of Islamic heritage.

    Explore the charming Old Medina, wander through its traditional streets, and visit the impressive Great Mosque of Okba, one of the oldest and most significant Islamic monuments in North Africa. Discover the Aghlabid Basins, a remarkable medieval hydraulic system, and admire the beautifully decorated Sidi Sahbi Mausoleum, dedicated to one of Prophet Mohamed’s companions.

    The visit continues with a stop at a traditional carpet workshop, where you can discover the craftsmanship behind Kairouan’s world-famous handmade carpets.

    This excursion offers an authentic immersion into Tunisia’s history, spirituality, architecture, and traditional arts.

Location

Activity location

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    • Sousse
    • Sousse, Sousse Governorate, Tunisia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Sousse
    • Sousse, Sousse Governorate, Tunisia