From Tunis, Sousse and Hammamet: Visit Kairouan and its great mosque
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About the Activity
- An excursion on a day, with not many kilometers to go but rather a lot to discover. Visit Kairouan, the city Aghlabide par excellence and Islamic and religious capital of Tunisia is well worth the visit. - Visit of the Great Mosque considered as one of the most important in the world Muslims - Visit of the Medina inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage - Visit of the Aghlabides basins - Visit of Bir Barrouta - Visit the mausoleum of the barber. - An exit far from the tourist attractions but rather in the heart of the local life10 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch meal included (excluding drinks)
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance to monuments (mosque - Aghlabide Basins)
Drinks and personal expenses
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
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The Great Mosque of Kairouan
Kairouan, Tunisia, 3100The Great Mosque of Kairouan, considered the 3rd most important Islamic monument in the Arab world after Mecca and Jerusalem1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location2
Mosque Sidi Sahbi (Mosque of the Barber)
, Kairouan, TunisiaThe mausoleum of Sidi Sahab, one of the most visited by Tunisians who flock there especially during the festival of Mouled, is a revered place where we celebrate, besides the Mouled, other festivities such as marriage contracts, circumcisions..etc
30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Bir Barouta
Medina, , Kairouan, Tunisia, 3100Bir Barrouta, one of the oldest wells of Kairouan, Bir Baroutan is a tourist attraction really unattractive. Bir means "well" and Routa was the name of the dog of the companion of the Prophet, become Barouta by abuse of language. This well was built around 796 and restored in 1690, and is 20 meters deep, 18.5 meters long and 13.5 meters wide. People come here to drink the holy water, as it is said that the well connected (communicating in depth) to the holy well of Mecca Bir Zemzem in Saudi Arabia.
The monument is on the main artery of the medina of Kairouan. From the outside, the building overlooks the street by two niches housing a trough above which are placed marble taps. The facade features a commemorative white marble plaque with a naskhi poem that celebrates the construction of the building and dates back to 1690.
A legend says that this well is connected to the Bir Zemzem in Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Another legend says that whoever drinks the water from this well will return once again to Kairouan30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free4
Medina of Kairouan
Rue Bouhaha, Houmet Jemmaa la medina de Kairouan, Kairouan, Tunisia, 3100The Medina of Kairouan is a true open-air museum and still alive with Arab-Muslim art and architecture by its monuments (more than a hundred), its souks, its houses and its alleys which remain a convincing testimony of his prestigious past.
Since 9/12/1988, the Kairouan Medina has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List by answering 5 of the six evaluation criteria (Criteria for inscription: I - II - III - V - VI).
"The Great Mosque is one of the major monuments of Islam" and a "masterpiece of universal architecture" (I).
"The Grand Mosque served as a model for several Maghreb mosques; especially with regard to the decorative motifs. "The Mosque of the Three Gates is the oldest mosque with carved facade of Islam [...]" (II).
"... Kairouan offers an exceptional testimony to the civilization of the first centuries of the Hegira in Ifriqiya (III).
The traditional Muslim architecture of Kairouan, associated with its spatial configuration, has "become vulnerable under the effect of economic changes and constitutes a precious heritage ..." (V).
"Kairouan is one of the holy cities and spiritual capitals of Islam" (VI).1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Bassins Aghlabites
Avenue De La Republique, Kairouan, Tunisia, 3100The basins of Aghlabides are a Tunisian historical monument located in Kairouan. Dating from the beginning of the second half of the 9th century and located outside the walls of the Kairouan Medina, they are considered the most important hydraulic works in the history of the Muslim world.15 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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In front of the reception of your hotel, your accommodation at the port or at the airport, our guide and driver will take care of picking you upView Location
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In front of the reception of your hotel, your accommodation at the port or at the airport, our guide and driver will take care of picking you upView Location
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In front of the reception of your hotel, your accommodation at the port or at the airport, our guide and driver will take care of picking you upView Location
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In front of the reception of your hotel, your accommodation at the port or at the airport, our guide and driver will take care of picking you upView Location
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In front of the reception of your hotel, your accommodation at the port or at the airport, our guide and driver will take care of picking you upView Location
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In front of the reception of your hotel, your accommodation at the port or at the airport, our guide and driver will take care of picking you upView Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We pick you up where you are in Tunis, Sousse and Hammamet (at any hotel, port or airport)
- Travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Arabic
- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Africa/Tunis time to receive 100% refund.
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