Biking tour of Carthage
Joined 2022
Sport , sun , sea, green and ruins .
An exceptional atmosphere for biking at the same time exploring the history of this land .
Carthage was once a huge city , one of the biggest and the most prosperous of antiquity.
Today , it is the most prestigious residential area of Tunisia . Unfortunately it is all built on top the ruins , layers of stones from Punic, Roman , Vandals and Byzantine civilisations.
We offer a unique experience, biking between the corners of the city tracing old times
Itinerary
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Meeting Point
Le Kram Salambo
Le Kram Salambo
Tophet of Salambo
It is a Punic cemetery ,
an exeptional archaeological site with stels from the first millenarium BC .
and stories about human sacrifices..We don’t know if the carthageneans had really sacrificed their male children or it is just roman propaganda..
Punic Ports
These ports were the basis of Carthage’s power and prosperity. A 7-hectare commercial port once bordered by quays and warehouses. A narrow channel linked this merchant port to the northern circular naval port. The military base with moorings for an incredible 220 vessels in dry docks and around the quay-lined edge.
Magon District
The Magon district is located by the sea, a short distance south of the famous Antonine baths, the land was the last that had escaped urbanization.
The excavations that have been carried out there have brought to light the only visible part of the ramparts of Carthage, dating from the end of the 6th or the beginning of the 5th century BC, with its foundation blocks, of which only one weighs more than 13 tons, as well as traces of a postern next to the first bastion and casemates added in the 4th century BC.
They also allowed the discovery of remains of Punic period houses from the last period in the state of the destruction of the city by the Roman armies, and houses dating from the Roman period.
The Antonius Baths
The biggest roman baths of their time..It is simply the best site of the visit ; although not much of the stones are left , all the upper parts disappeared ..Only the baths basements are visible , yet it gives a nice idea about the roman architecture; materials and techniques..
Le Kram
Ending Point
Le Kram
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Entry
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Tour Important Information
A very calm and chic residential area
Green , amazing views
Flat
No traffic
Important message from the supplier
I am based in Tunis but i can show you the four corners of the country .
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Ahmed R.
Holder of a Bachelor's of English Language and Literature, I had many professional experiences in Tourism industry before I
was certified as an official tour guide by the Tunisian Ministry of Tourism in 2011.
During the past decade, my freelance activities have led me from one fascinating experience to the next — from working as a translator and guide to hosting official guests of the Tunisian government like foreign ministers, MP's and corporate leaders . I accumulated a very good knowledge of Mediterranean history and culture, but above all exceptional communication skills and a pleasure to share my knowledge and my passion for history.
My areas of expertise include cultural history, art, architecture, archaeology, culinary arts and photography. I speak English, French, Italian and Arabic.
I take guests to undiscovered neighborhoods, historical areas, streets, restaurants and brings them along on a treasure hunt of local food , art and music in Tunis. I am a lover of painting, music and architecture and frequently attend music festivals and cultural events.
$65/ per person
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