TTA 2T : BARDO - MEDINA - CARTHAGE - SIDI BOU SAID From 08:00 to 18:00

Program :
The day will start with a visit of the National Museum of the Bardo, one of the best archaeological museums of the Mediterranean world, especially known for its beautiful collection of mosaics, the World’s largest, and located in an old palace that belonged to the BEY’S, the rulers of Tunisia. Later we continue to the nearby Medina of Tunis the largest in North Africa. Visit the popular districts of Tunis, the area of the Ottoman Palaces, and the Dar Ben Abdullah, house of arts and traditions which illustrate the way of life and customs of the nineteenth century Tunis. Spend some time in the Medina and its Souks, colourful local markets to discover the exquisite craftsmanship of Tunisia's artisans and discover the traditions and cultural heritage of Tunisia in the various libraries and bookstores.

Afternoon, visit to the Sites city of Carthage, the oldest Phoenician settlement on the coast of North Africa, and its glorious monuments: the Anthonin thermes, the Tophet at Salambo, the Amphitheatre, the Punic ports, the Acropolium and the archaeological museum of Carthage.

Finish the day at Sidi Bou Said, a village with immaculate white and blue houses that has managed to preserve its charm and peacefulness. Stroll through Sidi Bou Said narrow streets Bordered by whitewashed houses with blue shutters and doors. Check out the various art galleries, try a bambalouni, light and crispy Tunisian style doughnut with some mint tea in one of the cafes of Sidi Bou Said and enjoy the superb view of the gulf of Tunis from one of Sidi Bou Said traditional café.
Come back to the hotel at 19h00.

Description :
Step back in history at the Carthaginian and roman ruins of Carthage, a fascinating day out, taking to the major sights around the cosmopolitan city of Tunis. Delight at the picturesque artist’s village of SIDI BOU SAID, known as the “sugar cube” Village, and capture on film the spectacular views across the gulf of TUNIS. Marvel at the mosaics in the BARDO MUSEUM, home to a magnificent collection of roman mosaics depicting scenes from mythological, cultural, economical and day to day life in TUNISIA during roman times.