Monastir & El Jem Tour

Did you know that Tunisia is home to one of the largest Roman amphitheatres in the world? Discover it on this guided tour of the historic towns of Monastir and El Jem.

Monastir & El Jem Tour Itinerary

At 8 am on the day of your tour, your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Tunis for a three hour drive to the archaeological site of El Jem. Here, you will visit the Amphitheatre of El Jem, one of the best preserved Roman ruins in the world and the third largest amphitheatre after the Coliseum in Rome and the Verona Arena.

After exploring the ancient venue, you'll learn about El Djem’s history and pre-Roman origins as a Carthaginian settlement. Around 1 pm, you will enjoy a typical lunch before departing for Monastir, located a little over an hour away.

Upon arrival in Monastir, your tour will include the Mausoleum of Habib Bourguiba, the final resting place of the first President of Tunisia, and the Ribat of Monastir, an 8th-century fortress providing views over the Mediterranean. The Ribat has also served as a filming location for movies.

Following your guided tour of Monastir, you will return to Tunisia, concluding your tour around 4 pm.