Silversea Expedition Cruises À SOUSSE

El Djem Amphitheater - a UNESCO World Heritage Site rates as one of the most impressive Roman monuments in North Africa. This ancient colosseum dwarfs the matchbox buildings of the modern town. Its 427m outside circumference is 100m shorter than the Colosseum in Rome. It was constructed in the early 3rd century and may well have been the last such amphitheater built in the Roman Empire.

Depart from the port of Sousse for the scenic one hour drive to El Djem, known as Thydrus in ancient times, was one of the richest Roman cities in North Africa in the 3rd century. Visit the amphitheater, which is considered the third largest in ancient roman times. Its three floors could accommodate more than 35,000 spectators. The amphitheater was used for filming some of the scenes from the Academy Award winning film Gladiator starring Russell Crowe. The tour will conclude with a visit the museum before returning to the pier.

Please Note: Recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes. Leave your valuables on the ship. There is a extensive amount of walking on this tour. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair

Kairouan, west of Sousse, is Tunisia's holy city. It was here that Islam gained its first foothold in the Maghreb.

From the port of Sousse enjoy the scenic 1.25 hour drive to Kairouan, the first city of Islam in North Africa and the fourth holiest city in the Islamic world. Visit the Aghlabite pools, built by Emir Ibrahim during the 9th century, the great mosque of Okba, built in 1670 by the famous conqueror Okba Ibn Nefaa; who established there the capital of Arab- Muslim Ifriquia and the holy city of Islam, and the Zaouia Sidi Sahbi, called the barber's Mausoleum - it contains the tomb of a companion of the prophet Mohammed who chose to live in Kairouan.

Kairouan is also world renowned for its carpets, leather goods and brassware. Enjoy some free time to explore around the old city called Medina before being served lunch.

Afterwards return to Sousse to visit Port El Kantaoui, Tunisia's largest planned tourism centres, built in the architectural style of Sidi Bou Said before returning to the pier.

Please Note: Recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes. Leave your valuables on the ship. There is a moderate amount of walking on this tour. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair

Departing from the port enjoy the scenic 30 minute drive to Monastir, in ancient times known as Ruspina, is a town with an ancient civilization living side by side with progressive modernism.

Visiting the Ribat of Monastir, which is located inside a Kasbah (fort) which overlooks and dominates the esplanade, was founded around 796 AD by Harthama Ibn Ayan, it was enclosed into even stronger fortifications between the 9th and the 11th centuries.

Inside the Ribat, a museum of Islamic arts has been built housing superb manuscripts in Cufic script, exquisite ancient textiles, glassware, pottery, and miniatures from different periods. After crossing a paved courtyard we reach the Bourguiba family mausoleum, a beautiful square building with golden dome flanked by twin minarets.

Returning to Sousse, we will visit the old Medina and its archaeological museum with its beautiful Roman mosaics and Punic sanctuary before returning to the pier.

Please Note: Recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes. Leave your valuables on the ship. There is a moderate amount of walking on this tour. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair

Explore Sousse at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Participation is limited to 2 guests per car. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this program. Please see the Tour Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

Explore Sousse at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Participation is limited to 2 guests per car. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this program. Please see the Tour Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

Explore Sousse at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Participation is limited to 12 guests per van. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this program. Please see the Shore Concierge Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

Explore Sousse at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Participation is limited to 12 guests per van. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this program. Please see the Shore Concierge Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.