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March 22–April 5, 2026

From Carthage to Djerba: The Archaeology of Tunisia

Discover Tunisia’s extraordinary blend of ancient cities, sacred landscapes, and desert fortresses on this new Friends of 17³Ô¹Ïtour coming Spring 2026.

Join Friends of 17³Ô¹Ïfor an unforgettable journey across Tunisia, where the legacies of Phoenician traders, Roman conquerors, early Christian communities, and Berber kingdoms intertwine. Guided by expert scholars, this 15-day tour combines on-site lectures, museum visits, and cultural excursions for those eager to understand the deep history of the Maghreb. Highlights include:

• Bardo National Museum
• Carthage
• Medina of Tunis
• Uthina (Oudna)
• Dougga
• Sousse
• El Jem
• Tataouine
• Djerba, and more!

Group size will be a minimum of 14 participants — register now to travel with fellow archaeology enthusiasts and 17³Ô¹Ïexperts! Reserve your place on the tour today by submitting a $250 contribution to Friends of 17³Ô¹Ïby selecting the donation category Friends of 17³Ô¹ÏTours. For more details on registration rates, deadlines, cancellation policy, and more, please click here.

*Full itinerary is subject to change.

June 14–23, 2026

Cyprus Across the Ages: Tour with 17³Ô¹ÏArchaeologists

Friends of 17³Ô¹Ïis excited to venture to the eastern Mediterranean Sea and announce a 2026 tour exploring the expansive archaeology, history and culture of Cyprus from June 14–23.

Next summer, join 15+ 17³Ô¹Ïarchaeologists* for an unforgettable journey through Cyprus, where archaeology meets breathtaking Mediterranean beauty. Immerse yourself in behind-the-scenes tours with scholars, archaeologists, excavators, and museum curators who will personally guide the group through a curated itinerary of sites and museums, including:

• Kourion
• Idalion
• Nea-Paphos
• Koukila
• Larnaca Saint Lazarus Cathedral
• Troodos Geopark
• Cyprus Archaeological Museum
• The Cyprus American Archaeological Research Institute (CAARI), among many other sites.

Tour leaders will be ASOR’s own Dr. Rachel Bernstein and Dr. Andy Vaughn. Tour highlights include exploring Idalion with Dr. Pamela Gaber, investigating the new excavation areas around Kalavasos with Dr. Kevin Fisher, conversing with Dr. William Dever over dinner, and touring and dining at the Cyprus American Archaeological Research Institute with Dr. Lindy Crewe.*

Space is limited to 28 people — register now to travel with fellow archaeology enthusiasts and 17³Ô¹Ïexperts! Reserve your place on the tour today by submitting a $250 contribution to Friends of 17³Ô¹Ïby selecting the donation category Friends of 17³Ô¹ÏTours. For more details on registration rates, deadlines, cancellation policy, and more, please click here.

*Speakers and full itinerary are subject to change.