Stop At: Utica, north-west of Carthage, Bizerte 7000 Tunisia
Utica is one of the very first Phoenician trading posts established on African soil, probably around 1100 BC. The oldest of Carthage, Utique played the role of capital for a long time before being overshadowed by its neighbor, founded at the end of the 9th century BC, but rapidly gaining momentum. Associated with the fate of its neighbor, the city experienced good times and dark hours. But, at the decisive turning point of the confrontation between Carthage and Rome, it knew how to side on the right side, which, in 146 BC. J-C., Earned him the privilege of once again becoming the capital of Africa for 130 years. The archaeological site of Utica, which covers a very modest area, is today located 12 km from the sea as a result of the deltaic embankment of the mouth of the Medjerda River. It has a few buildings on the surface, in particular, this superb "waterfall house", but also other houses, temples, a forum, thermal baths, traces of theaters, circuses, amphitheaters.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Ghar El Melh, Ghar El Melh, Bizerte Governorate
Founded at the beginning of the installation of the Phoenicians in Tunisia (1101 BC), like the Utica, the ancient Rusucmona is quickly becoming a renowned counter to be the Utica's port. It later became an important base for Barbarian privateers. Since ancient times, the population of Ghar El Melh has worked, almost exclusively, in agriculture and fisheries. Designated a Wetland of International Importance, Ghar el Melh was the first North African and Middle Eastern city to receive Ramsar’s Wetland City Accreditation Award, in recognition of its formal commitment in efforts towards wetland protection and sustainability. Ghar el Melh actively promotes the ecological importance of its wetlands, and it also recognizes their sociocultural value and their place in the region’s rich historical heritage. A drive surrounding the lake to the wetlands with a stop for street food of the local flavor
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Qsiba, Bizerte Tunisia
The Qsiba is in the heart of BIZERTE, joins the old port and the historic fort of the old Medina. BIZERTE medina! A great resemblance to the city of Venice but with a typical Muslim Arabo style! To visit day and night without regrets!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ichkeul National Park, Bizerte 7000 Tunisia
The Ichkeul lake and wetland are a major stopover point for millions of millions of migrating birds, such as ducks, geese, storks and pink flamingoes, which come to feed and nest there. Ichkeul is the last remaining lake in a chain that once extended across North Africa. The site is Unesco listed for its rich fauna and flora. For the lover of nature and birds, we offer a special guided tour of the park, accompanied with a professional born in situ guide to the best views of the birds and the natural life. (Climbing for a 30 minutes up)
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
