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Archaeological Discoveries at Carthage and Scenic Sidi Bou Said Village Tour
4.8
40 Ratings
Tunis
Explore the ancient ruins of Carthage and immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of Sidi Bou Said village. Discover the archaeological wonders of Carthage and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the charming streets of Sidi Bou Said.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Carthage Museum - Departure to Carthage, founded by the Phoenicians in 814 BC. The earliest settlements of Punic Carthage can sill be seen on Byrsa Hill, just below the renowed Carthage National Museum. Although destroyed by the Romans in 146BC and later built over by them, recent excavation has revealed the foundations of five-story Punic houses, each with its own cistern and drainage system. The most remarkable early remains are the two basins of the Punic Ports, an evidence of the Carthaginian’ mastery of the sea, which fascinated and frustrated the Romans. Another important site of pre-roman Carthage is the Tophet, a burial ground and a sanctuary of the Punic deities Tanit and Baal.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Minimum payment of 02 Participants
- Entrance fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Tips
Additional Information
Embark on a journey to Carthage, established by the Phoenicians in 814 BC. The very first establishments of Punic Carthage are still visible at Byrsa Hill, situated beneath the renowned Carthage National Museum. Despite being demolished by the Romans in 146BC and later reconstructed atop, modern excavations have exposed the foundations of Punic buildings five stories high, each equipped with its own water storage system and sewers. The most impressive early remains include the two basins of the Punic Ports, an illustration of the Carthaginians’ command of the sea that both enticed and exasperated the Romans. The Tophet is yet another significant legacy of pre-roman Carthage.
Moving on to Sidi Bou said: This stunning village is poised upon a cliff, overseeing the Mediterranean. Taking a relaxed walk through its meandering paved lanes is an absolute pleasure. White walls that distinctly stand out against doors and window grilles painted in shades of sky blue lend the place its characteristic aesthetic. You can shop for keepsakes at the boutiques around, or unwind at a Moorish café located at the edge of a cliff.
Location
Hotel Royal Victoria
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Toru
May 19, 2024
Definitely a must - A series of archaeological sites along the railway leading to Sidi Bou Said. Luckily many of the sites are located near each other. Admission allows visits to several sites at once. Two days are enough to visit most of the major sites.
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Bruno_y
May 15, 2024
Exactly what I dreamed of for Carthage - Tour was thorough and left the perfect amount of time to leisurely stroll through and look at ruins of Carthage. There was no sense of urgency - a rarity for a tour that doesn’t take a full day.
Schedule was flexible enough that we didn’t spend much time in Sidi Bou Said itself(which we had seen a lot of already) and this had more time for Carthage.
Tour guide was knowledgeable, not just about the tour material but the area as well.
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Sonnys107
Mar 12, 2024
Do not miss this visit - A beautiful place, my son loved walking through the middle of the ruins... We only stayed there for about an hour and a half. The view is magnificent....I didn't understand the presence of a barrier on the entrance alley. But later the guide told me that there is the presidential palace right next to it and it is forbidden to take photos... To do....
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Philip_a
Mar 2, 2024
Great Tour, Great Hosts - Our tour guide, Chekib, and the rest of the team were fantastic - responsive, flexible, and thoughtful about making our experience as easy and enjoyable as possible. I particularly appreciated their willingness to adjust our pickup locations and timing, and adapt the itinerary for our schedule, energy, and interests. The substance of the tour, commentary, and local knowledge displayed were also excellent; I couldn't imagine a better way for a new visitor to Tunis to see these sights!
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Mason_k
Jan 16, 2024
Historical Stories & Culture - Our guide Mr. Anis Melki was an exceptional book of history and knowledge. He was informative and brought the sites to life through intricate details the ruins have left behind. The bath house, Carthage port, and theater bring you back in time to where it all began.
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Vigneshwar_c
Dec 27, 2023
A great tour - Chakib the Guide for the day was splendid. He was on the dot when he came to pick me up. He also kept me informed by what’s app a day in advance about the day tour and what we get to do. He was also very informative and tried to make it interesting. Not one question went unanswered and he was always cheerful.
He imme see us in the many millennia’s history of Carthage and also how the village of Sidi came to be. The car he brought and the drivers were great too. He was never rushed and was flexible on the time spent on each site. I would gladly recommend this tour
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Paul_a
Dec 24, 2023
Carthage tour - Great host and tour. Chekib was very informative and an all around fun guide. Tunis has much to see. I would highly recommend
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Christine_s
Nov 13, 2023
Great taste of Tunis! - Great tour to see some highlights of Carthage and Sidi Bou Said. Rafik was a wonderful and knowledgeable guide providing so much of the history for the area.
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Happiness54105561107
Oct 21, 2023
Magnificent stay - Superb excursion to Carthage and Sidi Bou Said, magnificent to see absolutely! Tunis, very pretty city to visit!
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Pedro_c
Oct 16, 2023
Perfect Afternoon During First Visit to Tunisia - My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our first visit to Tunisia touring the archaeological sites of Carthage and the picturesque village of Sidi Bou Said. Our tour guide, Chekib, was outstanding. He is knowledgeable, professional, friendly, accommodating and patient. The ideal person to show you around. Highly recommend the tour with Chekib.
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