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TUNISIAN ADVENTURE - 2010
9 days incl. air, or 8 days from Tunis to Tunis (CO-6760)
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Vacation Overview
From Berber villages and awesome historical architecture to
spectacular rocky gorges, Tunisia’s enchanting blend of European
sophistication and Arabian exoticism awaits you. Start your Tunisian
vacation in Tunis, Tunisia’s capital. From Tunis, it’s on to the medina
and mosque of Sousse, where Phoenicians, Romans, Byzantines, and Arabs
who settled in this city have left their mark. Then head to the old town
of Monastir and impressive El Djem, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
featuring the remains of a 3rd-century Roman Colosseum that originally
seated 30,000. Then on to Sfax on the Gulf of Gabes, Tunisia’s
second-largest city. At Matmata, see the incredible underground
troglodyte village used in the original ‘Star Wars’ movie and then the
salt lake of Chott El Jerid, an important oasis on the ancient caravan
route between Algeria and Tunisia. Be enthralled with the ‘Red Lizard’
train through the spectacular gorges of Selja before visiting the Roman
ruins at Sbeitla. After the Grand Mosque at Kairouan, your Tunisian
adventure vacation culminates with a two night stay in Tunis with
opportunities to visit Carthage, Sidi-Bou-Said, and the famous Bardo
museum. This tour—Tunisian Adventure—features ancient cities, natural
beauty, and warm hospitality. What a vacation!
Itinerary
Day 1 Sat. BOARD YOUR
OVERNIGHT TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT
Day 2 Sun. ARRIVAL IN
TUNIS, TUSNISIAN
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you
to see some of Tunis. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow
travelers.
Day 3 Mon.
TUNIS-SOUSSE-MONASTIR-EL DJEM-SFAX
This morning, drive to Sousse, known as the
“Pearl of the Sahel” and blessed with a mild climate. Phoenicians,
Romans, Byzantines, and Arabs who settled in this beautiful fertile city
have left their imprint. Walk through the medina with its tiny, colorful
shops and bustling with local activity, and enjoy a visit to the Mosque.
Leave Sousse and head towards Monastir, a city nestled in the shade of
its walls. Here, visit the Old Town. Then we head for El Djem. This
impressive UNESCO World Heritage Site features the remains of an imposing
3rd-century Roman colosseum that originally seated 30,000. Today’s
destination is Sfax on the Gulf of Gabes, a former Barbary pirate
stronghold and now Tunisia’s second-largest city. (B,D)
Day 4 Tue.
SFAX-GABES-MATMATA-TAMEZRET-DOUZ
After a visit to the Medina of Sfax, journey to Gabes, an
oasis by the sea and famous for its spice market. Later, turn inland and
head for Matmata, renowned for its underground troglodyte village that
was inhabited until the 1960s and served as the setting for the original Star Wars film. Follow the twisting
road and stop in Tamezret, a complete contrast to Matmata and featuring
stone houses and streets lined with high walls. Continue to the desert
outpost of Douz, the largest oases in western Tunisia and gateway to the
Sahara. Later, take an optional camel ride into the desert. (B,L,D)
Day 5 Wed.
DOUZ-KEBILI-CHOTT EL JERID-TOZEUR
Travel via Kebili and cross the salt lake of Chott el
Jerid to Tozeur, an important oasis on the ancient caravan route between
Algeria and Tunisia. How about an exciting optional Jeep excursion to the
mountain oasis of Chebika? This evening, consider an optional folklore
show with dinner. (B,L)
Day 6 Thu. TOZEUR-RED
LIZARD TRAIN-GAFSA-SBEITIA-KAIROUAN
Grand Mosque in Kairouan
After breakfast, drive to Metlaoui Selja to board the “Old
Bey’s” train, known as the “Red Lizard.” The spectacular 2-hour rail
journey through the narrow Selja gorges affords plenty of opportunity to
take stunning photographs. Following a lunch stop in Gafsa, travel to
Sbeitla for an included visit to the Roman ruins. On to the sacred city
of Kairouan for an overnight stay. (B,L,D)
Day 7 Fri.
KAIROUAN-DOUGGA-TUNIS
This morning, visit the Grand Mosque in Kairouan before
the journey to El Fahs, then on to Dougga for lunch and a visit to the
best-preserved Roman remains— the most extensive in Tunisia and
spectacularly set against the backdrop of the Atlas Mountains. Later,
head for the capital city of Tunis for the next two nights. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Sat. TUNIS.
EXCURSION TO CARTHAGE & SIDI-BOU-SAID
The ancient Carthage city ruins
A delightful blend of ancient and modern, Tunis has a
colorful medina and a contemporary city center. Enjoy included excursions
to the ancient Carthage city ruins and to the traditional village of
Sidi-Bou-Said, and also visit the famous Bardo Museum, housing the finest
Roman mosaics in the world. (B,D)
Day 9 Sun. YOUR
HOMEBOUND FLIGHT ARRIVES THE SAME DAY
(B)
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Airport transfers may be included when you make your
international flights arrangements.
Dates and Prices
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Departure
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Departure
Date
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Tour
Start Date
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Return
Date
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Land/Cruise
Price Only
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Status
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Popular Departure
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2/6/2010
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2/7/2010
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2/14/2010
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$1,019.00
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Available
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2/20/2010
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2/21/2010
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2/28/2010
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$1,019.00
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Sold Out
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3/6/2010
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3/7/2010
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3/14/2010
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$1,059.00
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Sold Out
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Popular Departure
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3/13/2010
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3/14/2010
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3/21/2010
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$1,059.00
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Available
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3/20/2010
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3/21/2010
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3/28/2010
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$1,059.00
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Available
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Popular Departure
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3/27/2010
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3/28/2010
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4/4/2010
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$1,059.00
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Available
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4/3/2010
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4/4/2010
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4/11/2010
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$1,089.00
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Available
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4/10/2010
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4/11/2010
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4/18/2010
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$1,089.00
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Available
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4/17/2010
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4/18/2010
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4/25/2010
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$1,089.00
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Available
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5/1/2010
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5/2/2010
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5/9/2010
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$1,089.00
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Available
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Popular Departure
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5/15/2010
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5/16/2010
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5/23/2010
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$1,089.00
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Available
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5/29/2010
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5/30/2010
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6/6/2010
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$1,059.00
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Available
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6/12/2010
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6/13/2010
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6/20/2010
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$1,059.00
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Available
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6/26/2010
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6/27/2010
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7/4/2010
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$1,059.00
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Available
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7/10/2010
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7/11/2010
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7/18/2010
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$1,019.00
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Available
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Popular Departure
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7/24/2010
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7/25/2010
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8/1/2010
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$1,019.00
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Available
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8/7/2010
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8/8/2010
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8/15/2010
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$1,019.00
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Available
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8/21/2010
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8/22/2010
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8/29/2010
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$1,019.00
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Available
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Popular Departure
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9/4/2010
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9/5/2010
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9/12/2010
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$1,089.00
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Available
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9/11/2010
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9/12/2010
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9/19/2010
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$1,089.00
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Available
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9/18/2010
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9/19/2010
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9/26/2010
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$1,089.00
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Available
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Popular Departure
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10/2/2010
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10/3/2010
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10/10/2010
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$1,089.00
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Available
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10/9/2010
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10/10/2010
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10/17/2010
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$1,089.00
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Available
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10/16/2010
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10/17/2010
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10/24/2010
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$1,089.00
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Available
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10/30/2010
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10/31/2010
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11/7/2010
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$1,019.00
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Available
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11/13/2010
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11/14/2010
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11/21/2010
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$1,019.00
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Available
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11/27/2010
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11/28/2010
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12/5/2010
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$995.00
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Available
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12/11/2010
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12/12/2010
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12/19/2010
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$1,075.00
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Available
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12/18/2010
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12/19/2010
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12/26/2010
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$1,100.00
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Available
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2/5/2011
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2/6/2011
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2/13/2011
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$1,050.00
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Available
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Popular Departure - due to itinerary and time of year,
this departure historically sells out quickly. Early booking is
encouraged.
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