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Total Solar Eclipse in Kerkennah: 9-Day Circuit

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Total Solar Eclipse in Kerkennah: 9-Day Circuit

  • Kerkennah Islands
  • 9 days
  • Total solar eclipse on 2 August 2027
  • Kerkennah and traditional fishing
  • Carthage, El Jem, Kairouan and Dougga
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Excursion overview

From Sidi Bou Said to Tunis via Carthage, El Jem, Kairouan and Dougga, with the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 seen from Kerkennah.

This 9-day / 8-night circuit combines some of the best Tunisia has to offer, from the blue-and-white charm of Sidi Bou Said and the ancient heritage of Carthage to the Roman splendour of El Jem, the cultural character of Sfax and the peaceful island atmosphere of Kerkennah.

The highlight of the journey is the Total Solar Eclipse on 02 August 2027, experienced from a specially arranged viewing area. Let’s enjoy this amazing event together!

Duration
9 Days / 8 Nights
Eclipse
02 August 2027
Destination
Kerkennah Island
Experience
Cultural · Heritage · Island

Itinerary

Day by day, from arrival to departure. · 9 stops

  1. Arrival at Sidi Bou Said
    Day 1

    Arrival at Sidi Bou Said

    Welcome to Tunisia! After landing, you will meet our representative and, according to your flight timing, drive to the charming village of Sidi Bou Said. The rest of the day is at your leisure to wander through this unique destination. You will marvel at the blue-and-white façades, elegant doors and windows, and the atmosphere reminiscent of an Andalusian-Arab town.

    Meals

    • Breakfast

    Overnight

    • Overnight and dinner

    Check in at the hotel, rest and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere while contemplating the exciting Tunisian journey ahead.

  2. Sidi Bou Said – Bardo Museum – Carthage
    Day 2Sidi Bou SaidBardo MuseumCarthage

    Sidi Bou Said – Bardo Museum – Carthage

    Your first full day in Tunisia will be packed with exploration. Start at the Bardo Museum in nearby Tunis. Housed in a historic 15th-century Beylic palace, the museum is renowned for its exceptional collection of Roman mosaics and archaeological treasures.

    Meals

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner

    Overnight

    • Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight

    After lunch, travel back in time to the ancient city of Carthage, one of Tunisia’s most significant archaeological sites. Founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC, Carthage preserves remarkable Punic and Roman remains. Visit Byrsa Hill, once the heart of the ancient city, and the impressive Baths of Antoninus.

  3. Tunis – Sousse – El Jem – Sfax
    Day 3TunisSousseEl JemSfax

    Tunis – Sousse – El Jem – Sfax

    After breakfast, travel to Sousse, one of Tunisia’s oldest cities. Explore its Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit the Sousse Archaeological Museum, housed in the historic Kasbah and home to an impressive collection of Roman mosaics.

    Meals

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner

    Overnight

    • Dinner and overnight in Sfax

    Continue to El Jem and visit its remarkable Roman amphitheatre. Nearly as large as the Colosseum in Rome, it could accommodate around 35,000 spectators and stands as one of North Africa’s greatest Roman monuments. Visit the El Jem Museum before continuing to the port city of Sfax.

    Check in at the hotel and enjoy a walk through the impressive Medina.

  4. Sfax – Kerkennah Island
    Day 4SfaxKerkennah Island

    Sfax – Kerkennah Island

    After breakfast, board the ferry to Kerkennah Island, an extraordinary archipelago where local traditions, fishing culture and the natural environment remain closely connected. Enjoy the calm and serenity of island life.

    Meals

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner

    Overnight

    • Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight

    Check in at your hotel. After lunch, visit the El Abbassia Heritage Museum, where you can discover exhibits, models and objects illustrating the island’s history and traditional fishing techniques.

    Continue with a bicycle or carriage ride to discover the villages and landscapes of Kerkennah.

  5. Total Solar Eclipse – Charifiya Boat Village
    Day 5Total Solar EclipseCharifiya Boat Village

    Total Solar Eclipse – Charifiya Boat Village

    After breakfast, attend the Total Solar Eclipse event at the specially arranged viewing area, with the programme scheduled to begin around 09:00 AM.

    Meals

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner

    Overnight

    • Dinner and overnight on Kerkennah Island

    Later, depart for the traditional port and board a fishing boat for an exceptional local experience. Discover the traditional Damassa fishing techniques, observe the fishermen at work and, where possible, participate in the experience. Enjoy lunch on board while taking in the island scenery.

    Return to the hotel, relax and enjoy the panoramic sunset.

  6. Kerkennah – Sfax – Kairouan
    Day 6KerkennahSfaxKairouan

    Kerkennah – Sfax – Kairouan

    After breakfast, take the ferry back to Sfax and continue towards Kairouan.

    Meals

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner

    Overnight

    • Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight

    Check in at the hotel. After lunch, discover Kairouan’s impressive Islamic monuments and historic medina, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take time to explore the attractive souks and enjoy the atmosphere of one of the most important historic cities of the Maghreb.

  7. Kairouan – Kesra – Makthar – Le Kef
    Day 7KairouanKesraMaktharLe Kef

    Kairouan – Kesra – Makthar – Le Kef

    After breakfast, visit the Great Mosque of Kairouan before heading towards the Berber village of Kesra. Explore its stepped streets, traditional architecture, megalithic heritage and fascinating museum.

    Meals

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner

    Overnight

    • Check in at the hotel, dinner and overnight

    Continue to Makthar to discover the Roman archaeological remains of ancient Mactaris, with its impressive monuments and traces of a flourishing Roman-era city.

    Proceed to Le Kef, a historic town with strong Andalusian influences and a distinctive cultural atmosphere.

  8. Le Kef – Dougga – Tunis Medina
    Day 8Le KefDouggaTunis Medina

    Le Kef – Dougga – Tunis Medina

    After breakfast, visit the Ottoman fortress of Le Kef before continuing to Dougga, a UNESCO World Heritage archaeological site and one of Tunisia’s best-preserved Roman cities. Explore its temples, theatre, streets and monumental remains, which offer an exceptional insight into ancient life in North Africa.

    Meals

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner

    Overnight

    • Dinner and overnight

    After lunch, continue to the Medina of Tunis and check in at the hotel.

    Explore the UNESCO-listed Medina, its narrow streets, historic architecture and lively souks.

  9. Day 9

    Departure

    Today marks the end of your Tunisian journey. After breakfast, transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule. We hope you leave Tunisia with unforgettable memories of its heritage, landscapes, island culture and the extraordinary total solar eclipse experience.

    End of the programme.

Let’s enjoy this amazing event together!

  • Total Solar Eclipse in Kerkennah: 9-Day Circuit — Kerkennah Islands (1)
  • Total Solar Eclipse in Kerkennah: 9-Day Circuit — Kerkennah Islands (2)
  • Total Solar Eclipse in Kerkennah: 9-Day Circuit — Kerkennah Islands (3)

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Duration
9 days
Destination
Kerkennah Islands
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