Tunisia
May 2025

Tunisia

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Tunisia: From Sahara Sands to Mediterranean Shores

 

When we set out to explore Tunisia, we knew we’d encounter history and desert beauty but what we found was a sensory explosion of color, culture, and connection that left our group in awe.

 

We traced the ancient trade routes of empires, wandered medinas scented with jasmine and spices, and shared laughter under the stars in the heart of the Sahara. Tunisia is a land of contrasts, where Roman coliseums rise from olive groves, blue-and-white seaside towns feel like Greek postcards, and Berber villages preserve millennia-old traditions in cave homes carved from stone.

 

This journey wasn’t just about checking off landmarks it was about slowing down, going deeper, and connecting with the heart of a place that few travelers have truly discovered. Tunisia gave us ancient ruins without the crowds, desert magic without the hassle, and hospitality that felt like family.

The Itinerary
DAY BY DAY
1
Tunis & Sidi Bou Said
Your adventure begins in the beating heart of Tunisia, Tunis, a city where ancient history and modern energy meet. Lose yourself in the maze-like alleyways of the UNESCO-listed Medina, every corner reveals a hidden courtyard or artisan’s shop. Then travel back millennia among the ruins of Carthage, once the powerful capital of an empire that challenged Rome. Cap the day in Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia’s iconic coastal village, where whitewashed walls, sky-blue shutters, and sweeping views of the Mediterranean offer a taste of timeless beauty. That evening, gather for a welcome dinner at a restored Ottoman palace, where traditional music and Tunisian cuisine set the tone for the unforgettable journey ahead.