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The old port of Bizerte and the walls of its kasbah reflected in the water

From Tunis · From Hammamet

Bizerte, Utica and Cap Angela, a private day trip to the northern tip of Africa

This private day trip from Tunis combines ancient Utica, traditionally the first Phoenician colony in North Africa, Cap Angela, recognised since 2014 as the northernmost point of the African continent, and the old port and medina of Bizerte. A certified guide, private air-conditioned transport and the entrances to Utica and Cap Angela are included; lunch is up to you.

  • Full day
  • Private tour
  • Certified professional guide
  • Entrance fees · included

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The old port of Bizerte and the walls of its kasbah reflected in the water
The old port of Bizerte and the walls of its kasbah reflected in the water

Overview

Bizerte, Utica and Cap Angela: private day trip to the north of Africa

This is the day for travellers who like history with sea air. It starts in the oldest Phoenician town of the region, continues to the very top of the African continent and ends on the quays of a Mediterranean fishing port.

Utica is an open-air archaeological site, Cap Angela a wild headland and Bizerte a working port town rather than a resort. Lunch is not included, which leaves you free to choose a seafood restaurant by the harbour.

Highlights

  • Stand on the northernmost point of Africa
  • Utica, which ancient writers called older than Carthage
  • The old port and medina of Bizerte
  • Certified guide and entrances included
  • Private air-conditioned car from your Tunis hotel

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The day, step by step

3 stops, in this order. Your guide may adapt the order to traffic and opening hours.

The route

3 stops · Full day

  1. Pick-upAt your hotel
  2. Stop 1Utica
  3. Stop 2Cap Angela
  4. Stop 3Bizerte
  5. ReturnAt your hotel

  1. Utica, older than Carthage

    Entrance included

    Utica is traditionally held to be the first Phoenician colony in North Africa: classical authors dated its founding to around 1100 BC, although the oldest remains found so far are from the 8th century BC. Once a port, it now lies inland, left behind by the silt of the Medjerda river. Walk among the foundations of its temples and houses and the mosaics that remain.

  2. Cap Angela, the top of Africa

    Entrance included

    Since 2014, Cap Angela, near Bizerte, has been recognised as the northernmost point of the African continent. A monument marks the spot, above rocky coves and open views of the Mediterranean.

  3. Bizerte, its old port and medina

    Bizerte’s old port is a small basin lined with white houses, cafés and brightly painted fishing boats. The medina runs along it to the kasbah, a maze of narrow lanes below the octagonal minaret of the Great Mosque.

What is included

The price covers everything listed under "Included". Anything else is up to you.

Included

  • Certified professional guide
  • Entrance to Utica and Cap Angela
  • Private transport
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All fees and taxes

Not included

  • Lunch

Good to know

Wind at the cape
Cap Angela is an exposed headland. Bring a windproof layer outside summer and shoes for rocky paths.
Lunch in Bizerte
Lunch is not included. Bizerte has restaurants overlooking the water: your guide can point you to one and you pay there directly.

Questions about this day

Is Cap Angela really the northernmost point of Africa?

Yes. Since 2014 Cap Angela, near Bizerte, has been recognised as the northernmost point of continental Africa, a title that previously went to the nearby Ras ben Sakka. A monument marks the spot.

How old is Utica?

Ancient historians dated its founding to around 1100 BC, which would make it older than Carthage. Archaeologists have so far found remains from the 8th century BC onwards.

Is the sea visible from Utica?

Not any more. Utica was a port, but the silt carried by the Medjerda river pushed the coastline away and the ruins now stand inland.

Are entrance fees included?

Yes, the entrances to Utica and Cap Angela are included, along with all fees and taxes.

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