Dougga and Bulla Regia Via Testour
A full-day trip departing from your location (Tunis, Hammamet or nearby).
Details of the visit
Dougga represents the pinnacle of Roman influence in Tunisia and stands majestically atop the hills. Perhaps its beauty comes from its geography: situated on high ground, it stands proudly above a lush countryside, its stone columns contrasting with the surrounding greenery. It holds an atypical place among Roman cities, as it came into existence long before the arrival of the Romans. Indeed, it was a Numidian stronghold and enjoyed great prosperity under the reign of Masinissa, its king.
Bulla Regia is a notable Roman city located in the northwest of Tunisia, near the contemporary city of Jendouba. It is known for its semi-subterranean houses, a feature that undoubtedly met the need to protect against the oppressive summer heat and the harsh winter cold. It is absolutely incredible to explore well-preserved and complete villas; Bulla Regia remains an exceptional Roman city with its two-level houses, one of which is buried underground.
Highlights
- Discovery of Dougga: Take a tour of the remarkable Roman theater and the impressive ruins, including residential areas and the Baths of Licinianus.
- Scenic drive through Testour: Enjoy a journey through Testour, known for its Andalusian architecture and its majestic and unique mosque.
- Explore Bulla Regia: Admire the well-preserved two-level villas featuring an underground floor.
- Optional lunch: Enjoy an excellent meal of local specialties that showcase Tunisia’s rich culinary heritage.
- All entrance fees included: Access to all sites is included, offering you a seamless experience.
What the experience entails
- 100% private activity, exclusively for your group.
- Travel at your own pace, without waiting or other participants. Voyage at your own pace, without waiting or other participants.
- Pickup and drop-off from your hotel, Airbnb, or chosen address.
- Recent private vehicle, air-conditioned and comfortable.
- Possibility to adjust the stops and the time spent at each site.
- Experienced chauffeur sharing information and anecdotes about Tunisia during the ride.
- WhatsApp support 24/7 before, during, and after the experience.
🔹 Private experience
🔹 Comfortable transport
🔹 Flexible visit
🔹 Driver – Host
🔹 Support
Inclusions
✔ Transfer and return to your accommodation in Tunis or Hammamet
✔ Transport in a vehicle with air conditioning
✔ Insurance
✔ Help with photos at viewpoints.
✔ Lunch recommendations according to your preferences.
✔ Mobile Wi-Fi hotspot (upon request, subject to availability).
✔ Pickup information sent the day before via WhatsApp.
✔ E-book offered with interesting facts about Tunisia.
Exclusions
✖ Lunch and additional drinks
✖ Personal expenses (souvenirs or handicrafts)
✖ Tips for the driver-guide (optional)
✖ Optional activities not mentioned in the program
✖ Pickup in certain remote areas (additional fees may apply)
✖ Entrance tickets to monuments (approximately €3.5 per person).
✖ Meals and drinks.
✖ Professional historical guide (optional).
Itinerary
From your accommodation in Tunis or Hammamet, start the tour toward Dougga, where you will have the opportunity to explore the pinnacle of Roman heritage in Tunisia.
From your accommodation in Tunis or Hammamet, start the tour toward Dougga, where you will have the opportunity to explore the pinnacle of Roman heritage in Tunisia. You can start with the grand theater, built in 168 AD by Marcus Quadratus and capable of seating up to 3,500 spectators. From there, explore the residential areas, the temples, and the immense Licinian baths, which offer perfect spots to capture the impressive Capitol in photos.
Then, heading to Testour, a city famous for its Andalusian imprint. Then, head to Testour, a city famous for its Andalusian influence. You will have the opportunity to explore the Great Mosque, renowned for its unique clock with reversed hands. Moreover, you will be able to admire the charm of its buildings and the cultural diversity it offers.
Continue to Bulla Regia, a site where you will find distinctive two-level villas, one floor of which is preserved underground - a notable feature of this ancient Roman city. Continue on to Bulla Regia, a site where you will find distinctive two-level villas, one floor of which is preserved underground - a notable feature of this ancient Roman city.
Enjoy an optional lunch before ending your visit and returning to your accommodation in Tunis or Hammamet. Enjoy an optional lunch before concluding your visit and returning to your accommodation in Tunis or Hammamet. Enjoy an optional lunch before concluding your visit and returning to your accommodation in Tunis or Hammamet.
