Overnight at the Hotel Sufetula. Begin the day at Sbeitla, ancient Roman Suffetula, where we will see splendid triple temples, forum, baths, and the remains of early Christian basilicas with mosaic lined baptismal pools. This is one of Tunisia s most beautiful sites. As we continue south into the desert, we will stop in the town of Gafsa to see the Roman pools, still filled with bright aquamarine hot water. Overnight for two nights in the splendid oasis town of Tozeur.
Dinner is on our own to sample one of the local restaurants.
Tamerza is located in a fabulous setting overlooking a picturesque gorge created by a now dry river. The old village of Mid s once served as an outpost on the Roman frontier. Tozeur is the main market and administrative center for the surrounding oases. We will spend the afternoon exploring the old town, little changed since the 14th century when it was built. This quarter is famous for the unique decorative architecture in brick with exuberant towering facades patterned in bas-relief zigzags, lozenges and chevrons.