Kairouan Holy City and El Jem Colosseum Tour from Sousse
At a glance
Kairouan Holy City and El Jem Colosseum Tour from Sousse is a 8h guided experience in Monastir, Tunisia, operated by TUI Tunisia S.A.. Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 20 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $95.92 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Entrance fees for El Jem Amphitheatre, including access to the Colosseum and Museum, Discover the city with a local expert guide, Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off included.
Highlights
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 8h
- Group
- Small group, up to 50 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking · adult required
- Ages
- Infant 0–1 · Child 2–11 · Adult 12–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Kairouan Holy City and El Jem Colosseum Tour from Sousse
from $92.34
Pickup included
- Days:
- Tue, Sat
- Start times:
- 07:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Travel through Tunisia’s rich heritage on this full-day tour to Kairouan and El Jem. Begin in Kairouan, a UNESCO-listed city and spiritual center of Islam, where you’ll visit the Great Mosque, the Aghlabid Basins, and the beautifully tiled Barber Mosque. After a buffet lunch, head to El Jem to explore its colossal Roman amphitheatre—one of the best-preserved in the world. This tour offers a unique blend of Islamic and Roman history, ideal for culture and archaeology enthusiasts.
• Guided visit to Kairouan’s Great Mosque, Aghlabid Basins, and Barber Mosque
• Explore the iconic El Jem Amphitheatre, a Roman masterpiece
• Discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites and ancient architecture
• Ideal for lovers of history, religion, and archaeology
What's included
What's included
- Entrance fees for El Jem Amphitheatre, including access to the Colosseum and Museum
- Discover the city with a local expert guide
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off included
- Enjoy a delicious and varied buffet lunch
Not included
- Drinks
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
This architectural masterpiece is one of the oldest and most significant Islamic monuments in North Africa, renowned for its serene courtyards and towering minaret.
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Stop 2 · 1h
This beautifully decorated Tunisian Zaouia is dedicated to one of the Prophet Muhammad’s companions and is a revered religious site located just outside the ancient medina of Kairouan.
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Stop 3 · 1h
Continue to the Aghlabid Basins, a remarkable feat of Islamic hydraulic engineering. These large stone reservoirs were crucial in supplying water to the city and are among the most famous medieval water systems in the Islamic world.
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Stop 4 · 4h
Explore this awe-inspiring structure, which once held up to 35,000 spectators, and imagine the dramatic gladiator battles and public events that once echoed through its stone corridors.
Meeting point
Pick up is provided from selected hotels only. Your exact pick up time and place depend on the hotel where you stay at. After confirming the booking we will contact you to inform you about the exact pick up time and place. If you haven´t heard from us at least 48 hours before the activity start time, please contact us. If no hotel information is given, we won't be able to provide our services.
Traveller ratings
4.4
20 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 12
- 4 ★ 5
- 3 ★ 2
- 2 ★ 1
- 1 ★ 0
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Kairouan Holy City and El Jem Colosseum Tour from Sousse take?
The experience lasts about 8h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $95.92 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Entrance fees for El Jem Amphitheatre, including access to the Colosseum and Museum; Discover the city with a local expert guide; Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off included; Enjoy a delicious and varied buffet lunch.
Where does it start?
Pick up is provided from selected hotels only. Your exact pick up time and place depend on the hotel where you stay at. After confirming the booking we will contact you to inform you about the exact pick up time and place. If you haven´t heard from us at least 48 hours before…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 20 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Monastir.
