Premium Tunisia

Quite a bit of walking is involved when visiting some of the historic and other sites on the trip. Sometimes there is no shade, so bring a hat, sun protection and sturdy, comfortable walking shoes., Some long travel days are required to see the best of the country, but you will make regular stops to experience different cities on the way., Outside of main tourist hotspots, Tunisia is an emerging travel destination, so please keep that in mind for your expectations versus more developed tourist spots., Accommodation may not always live up to western expectations and may lack some amenities you would expect from other Premium accommodation. The accommodation chosen will be among the best available, it will be well-located and comfortable.

1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.

2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

Below are some ideas and helpful tips on what you specifically need for this trip.

GENERAL PACKING LIST
- Passport & photocopy + copy saved on phone
- Visa (if required) & photocopy + copy saved on phone
- Flight tickets
- Credit/debit cards
- Personal medication + copies of prescriptions
- Phone
- Charger
- Travel adapter (plug types C or E)
- Power bank
- Daypack
- Toiletries
- Sun protection: sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
- Hand sanitizer
- Insect repellent
- Tissues
- Earplugs & eye mask
- Refillable water bottle
- Quick drying towel
- Underwear & socks
- Sleepwear
- Swimwear + something to cover up for women ie. sarong, caftan, etc
- Light-weight, loose, long-sleeved tops for good sun protection
- Tops that cover the shoulders & midriff for both men & women
- Light-weight, loose, long pants or skirts
- Scarf for women for when visiting religious sites or to cover nose & mouth if windy in the desert
- Wind & waterproof jacket
- Warmer layers for nights in the desert
- Gloves, scarf & hat if travelling in colder months (Dec - Mar)
- Flip-flops or sandals
- Closed-toed shoes suitable for rocky terrain

LUGGAGE LIMIT
On this trip, you must pack as lightly as possible because you will be expected to carry your own bag and, although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage, we strongly recommend keeping the weight under 15kg.

VALUABLES
Please try to avoid bringing unnecessary valuables, and use your hotel safes to store extra cash, passport, and airline tickets. It’s also a good idea to purchase a money belt or pouch that is easily hidden. We strongly recommend that you photocopy all important documents, e.g. air tickets, passport, vaccination certificate, etc. and keep the copies separate from the originals. While not valid, a photocopy makes it very much easier to obtain replacements if necessary.

RESTRICTED ITEMS
Generally, drones are not permitted into any North African destination, or they require registration and pre-approval. Please refer to your airline carrier if you are considering taking a drone on your travels, or check out drone laws by country online. We have also had some reports of binoculars being confiscated or causing a delay in customs if carried in hand luggage.  

Hotel Belvedere, 10 Av. Des Etats Unis, Tunis , Tunisia, Tunis, 1002, TUNISIA

Alternate Joining Point

A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.

For your confirmed arrival transfer, please pass through customs and take a right towards the travel agencies desk. Here you will be met by someone with an Intrepid t-shirt and sign.

In case of flight cancellations, changes, if you experience severe delays at immigration, baggage collection or customs, or if you are not able to find the driver, please contact +216 27522442.

Alternatively, the hotel can be reached by a yellow taxi which are available from outside the arrivals hall.

Hotel Belvedere, 10 Av. Des Etats Unis, Tunis , Tunisia, Tunis, 1002, TUNISIA

Alternate Finish Point

Intrepid can assist with pre-booking a departure transfer to the airport - enquire with your agent. Please advise your flight arrival details at least 14 days prior to the start of your trip.

If you have a confirmed departure transfer your leader will advise your pickup time the day before your trip ends.

Should you wish to book a taxi to the airport, please ask the hotel staff for assistance in arranging a taxi.

Breakfasts included: 8

Lunches included: 4

Dinners included: 2

While meat or seafood is often the default option, for vegetarians many traditional dishes may be made without meat on request such as couscous, kafteji (eggplant & potato dish eaten with bread), sandwiches, slata mechwiya (grilled, mashed vegetables) and pasta. Vegans will find things harder due to the inclusion of eggs and dairy in many dishes and may have very limited options while travelling. For those following a gluten-free diet, travel in Tunisia may be very challenging as bread, pasta & couscous are staples of many meals so bringing some of your own supplies might be required.

CLIMATE
Tunisia has a Mediterranean climate that is characterised by a dry, hot summer (average 31C) and fresh, humid winters (average 16C).

RAMADAN
The important month of Ramadan will be in progress from 11 Mar - 9 Apr 2024 & 1 Mar - 29 Mar 2025 with the Eid ul-Fitr festival held directly at its conclusion for 3-4 days. Ramadan is a festival of sacrifice where the devout refrain from eating or drinking during daylight hours. During Ramadan, business hours are shortened, including opening hours at some tourist attractions. Alcohol is not permitted during daylight hours and many restaurants will be closed. While you should expect some delays and inconveniences during this period, the month is a fantastic opportunity to travel in a Muslim country and witness this unique period, particularly the nightly celebrations when the sun sets and the fast is broken. Please note that although the Eid ul-Fitr festival can also be a fascinating time to travel it's a period of national holiday. Most government offices and businesses will be closed and some tourist site opening hours may be affected.

Ramadan month can differ from country to country and region to region, it can be a wonderful inclusion in your travels. If you have concerns about travelling at this time, please check with Intrepid or your booking agent before your departure.

While we always endeavour to provide the best possible holiday experience, due to the nature of travel and the areas we visit sometimes things can and do go wrong. Should any issue occur while you are on your trip, it is imperative that you discuss this with your group leader or local representative straight away so that they can do their best to rectify the problem and save any potential negative impact on the rest of your trip.

We recognise that there may be times when your group leader or local representative may not be able to resolve a situation to your satisfaction - if this is the case, please ask the group leader or local representative to speak to their direct manager.

You may also choose to provide details in your online feedback, which we ask you to complete within 30 days of the end of your trip. Please do be aware that it is very difficult for us to provide any practical help after the trip is completed, so informing us while still travelling will give us the opportunity to resolve the issue in real-time., For general contact details please use the following page: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/contact-us, In case of a genuine crisis or emergency, you can reach our local office on the numbers below:

, Intrepid's Local Operator: +216 27522442