Sidi Bou Said Trail Tunisia Tunisia Watch the sunrise over the Sahara, enjoy a gourmet meal at a seaside resort and top off the evening with a midnight swim in the pool of a modern comfortable hotel. All that combined with a first class riding tour with long canters across the wide open beaches on beautiful Arabian and Berb horses is what describes this new trail. Visit interesting sites in and around Tunis - the Medina of Tunis and ancient Carthage. Enjoy the seaside village of Sidi Bou Said from where you catch a glimpse of the emerald sea with the mountain of Bou Kornine and the southern beaches of Tunis across the Bay.  Included: Accommodations - 5 nights in ****hotel, 1 night in camping (optional), 1 night in Artist village with double rooms, breakfast and dinner (lunch included during overnight rides), 5 riding days or with one day of sightseeing. Meeting: Monastir Airport: Monastir/Tunis Transfer: Monastir/ Tunis Riders: Min 4 riders Max 10 riders Trip Rating

Packages and Options

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Transfer Option:

Day 1: Arrival at the airport in Tunis and transfer to the hotel. If arriving early, you have the chance to take a refreshing dip in the hotel pool. The pool is located right at the ocean between two beaches.
Day 2: Introduction to your horse and short trial ride on the riding rink. In the afternoon we explore the area on horseback.
Day 3: Today we ride to the weekly market with a lot of color and folklore. Lunch is served in a traditional Berber village. Then we continue on to Hammam Jedidi where a typical North African barbecued specialty called "Mechoui" awaits us for dinner. We spend the night in a pine grove in comfortable tents that can be heated. We are only a short walk away from an Arabic steam bath (Hammam). 
Day 4: We are off to Zaghouan. Across rolling hills and fields that are either forested or used agriculturally we ride to a farm that was built during the French colonization. After an abundant lunch we leave our horses here and drive to the hotel at the Mediterranean. 
Day 5: Starting in Zaghouan we ride to Bouficha and the village Ken. The objective of this truly unique artisan village is to preserve Tunisian tradition and craft and to give a better understanding of its importance to the visitor. We spend the night here. Therefore we have lots of time to browse and get acquainted with the culture. The village boasts lots of interesting architecture and countless flowering creepers. Or simply relax at the pool or in the Arabic restaurant.
Day 6: Return ride to Hammamet. The beach invites us to a brisk and long canter. Overnight in hotel at the beach.
Day 7: Today you have three options. Either spend the day at the beach to soak in the rays or take a lesson in the morning and go for a ride in the afternoon (5 hrs. altogether). The third option is a tour of Tunis. Visit Medina, the former palace of the Bay of Tunis with its fabulous mosaics from Roman times and excavated treasures, which today houses the museum of Bardo, ruins and the palaces of Carthage and Sidi Bou Said, a coastal town out of the fairy tale Arabian nights.
Day 8: Departure after breakfast.

Climate
 (average monthly data) – due to the location right on the beach and partially forested landscape you can expect a pleasant climate – never too hot.

	Jan.	March	May	July	Sept.	Nov.
High Temp	16	19	24	30	30	22
Sunshine	6	7	10	12	9	6
Water Temp	15	15	19	25	24	19

 

 

…  this list is only a guideline for you
	X = Necessary	Check List
Travel documents and Voucher	X
Flight tickets	X
Passport	X
Visa (check with your consulate)
RIDING GEAR
A combination of light trousers, light boots and half chaps for calf protection can be ideal.	X
Boots with grips on the sole and ankle support (i.e. lightweight walking boots or jodphur boots with tread).   Traditional long riding boots and smooth-soled jodphur boots are also possible..	X
Riding helmet  (some are available at the hotel, however fit cannot be gauranteed so best to bring your own)	X
Riding gloves	X
Hat (with chin strip) for sun protection	X
Lightweight Rain coat	X
PERSONAL CLOTHING
Jacket or sweater for cool evenings	X
Comfortable T-Shirts/Shirts	X
Jeans	X
Shorts	X
Underwear and socks	X
Pyjama	X
Bag for dirty clothes	X
Trekking boots/ comfortable shoes	X
Swimsuit	X
ADDITIONAL THINGS TO BRING
Personal Toiletries	X
Insect protection	X
Personal medications	X
Sore cream (for the emergency)	X
Sewing kit	X
Handkerchiefs	X
Adapter for electric appliances
Camera and enough extra films and batteries	X
Belt pack	X
Sun glasses with strap	X
Sun block and lip balm	X

 

Average ratings from 6 tour feedbacks (see details below) Horses: (5) Excellent (4) Very Good (3) Good (2) Satisfactory (1) Not Satisfactory Saddle/Tack: Accommodations: Meals: Host/Guide: other Riders: Name Date alistair mair 4/13/2008 lisa pektor 11/5/2007 john hubbard 6/8/2007 angela williams 5/22/2007 peter tillman 1/5/2006 kim kudasik 5/10/2001

Five nights in a 4 star resort/hotel with air conditioning, full bathroom, radio, Satellite TV, and balcony.
One night in tent camp (you may elect to transfer back to the hotel instead)  and one night in double rooms in the Artist Village Ken (with swimming pool and restaurant)
The resort has three restaurants (one of them a barbecue next to the pool area), Morish Café de Diwan, Piano Bar Shézazade, Pool Bar, a large pool right above the ocean and an indoor pool, Sauna, Tennis Courts.  Golf is available close by – free shuttle service.

Meals
While staying at the hotel, breakfast and dinner are included. During the overnight rides all meals are provided.

Note: Long hours in the saddle. At the hotel there is also tennis, pool, sauna, and golf close by (shuttle no charge)
Also available: One week at the resort with 12 hrs of riding - available all year

 

Tack:		english
Horses:		arab , anglo arab and berber horses
Pace:
Level:		(3 to 3 out of 5)    Intermediate
Riders:		Min 4 riders	Max 10 riders

Note: Long hours in the saddle. At the hotel there is also tennis, pool, sauna, and golf close by (shuttle no charge)
Also available: One week at the resort with 12 hrs of riding - available all year

 

Passports
Passport valid six months after return date required by all nationals referred to in the chart.

Visas
Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to three months (up to one month for nationals of Greece; up to four months for nationals of Germany and USA), with the following exceptions:
(a) 1. nationals of Australia who do need a visa;
(b) 2. nationals of the Czech Republic, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland and the Slovak Republic, who must travel on a recognised package holiday, and nationals of Cyprus who do need a visa.
Note: Visas are not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above if transit passengers, provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport or ship or continuing their journey within 48 hours of arrival.
Visa Note
(a) All visitors must hold sufficient funds for the duration of stay. (b) 1. Nationals of Australia who do need a visa, can obtain it on arrival at the point of entry. Check with the embassy for details of length of stay. (c) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Types of Visa and Cost
Short-stay: US$34.
Validity
Short-stay usually for stays of up to three months. For up-to-date lengths of stay, contact nearest consulate.
Applications to:
Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see Contact Addresses.
Working Days Required
Approximately three weeks, for both postal and personal applications.

Passport Required?
British	Yes
Australian	Yes
Canadian	Yes
USA	Yes
Other EU	Yes
Visa Required?
British	No
Australian	Yes/1
Canadian	No
USA	No
Other EU	No/2
Return Ticket Required?
British	Yes
Australian	Yes
Canadian	Yes
USA	Yes
Other EU	Yes

This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult the embassy or consulate for updated info.