With its endless beaches bathed in sunshine for around 300 days a year, its unspoilt, diverse hinterland, its colourful villages and rich heritage shaped by historical civilisations, Tunisia is a wonderful place to escape to. Tunisia has a reputation as a global wellness retreat, boasting a unique expertise in physical and mental wellness treatments. Many hotels make this their speciality, offering state-of-the-art facilities where ancestral rituals and the healing powers of water are celebrated.
This southern Tunisian island owes its nickname "Djerba la Douce" ("Djerba the gentle") to its mild climate all year round, ever-present sun and pleasant sea breeze. The island is fringed with magnificent sandy beaches leading up to turquoise waters and its inland is dotted with traditional whitewashed houses and lush, green palm groves. Djerba’s charming scenery, rich cultural heritage, strong sense of hospitality and excellent hotel facilities make it an ideal destination for a friendly and relaxing break at any time of the year.
Midoun is the second biggest town on the island of Djerba. It is located in a region known for its typically Djerbian dwellings known as menzels and its irrigated gardens. The old town is located inland while the hotel areas are spread along the coast. Midoun is also home to three different souks and an old olive oil mill which dates back three centuries. Distance from the airport: 25 km.
Houmt Souk is the administrative capital of Djerba and its name means "market district". It is famous for its old town, museums, historical monuments and bustling, colourful souks which attract the residents of the neighbouring towns and travellers in search of a change of scenery. Distance from the airport: 8 km.
Zarzis has only recently established itself as a seaside resort and continues to grow into the tourist extension of Djerba on the continent. Located on the mainland opposite Djerba, it boasts long beaches and large palm groves at the gates of its new districts. Distance from the airport: 50 km.
Excursions will allow you to discover your destination from all perspectives. LuxairTours offers a range of selected tours that will allow you to discover unmissable places, paradisiacal beaches, typical dishes... LuxairTours organises a range of quality excursions for you.
This trip begins by crossing the 7 kilometre long Roman road that links Djerba to the mainland. You will then stop at the Berber village of Tamezret to take photos, before continuing to Douz, a sandy village known as the "gateway to the Sahara", where you will have the chance to meet local camel breeders and enjoy a ride on the back of a camel. Afterwards, you will have a break for lunch in a local restaurant in the city centre (drinks included). In the afternoon, the excursion will continue on to the troglodytic village of Matmata, then to the small village of Toujane through the Dahar Mountains. Here, you will be able to stop to take pictures whilst learning more from the guide, before returning to Djerba.
Duration: full day
This tour takes you along the Roman road connecting the island to the mainland to Guellala, a mecca for handmade pottery, to visit its cultural heritage museum devoted to traditional arts, customs and folklore. The tour continues with a visit to the village of Erriadh and one of the oldest synagogues in the world, La Ghriba, where pilgrims flock in May every year to pray. During this stop, you can also admire the work of street artists from all over the world in Djerbahood, an open-air art museum. In Houmt Souk, you can wander through the colourful alleys of the souk and be intoxicated by the smell of spices. After lunch (drinks not included), the trip will end with a visit to the Djerba Explore Park, the largest crocodile farm in the Mediterranean.
Duration: full day
This two-day excursion will give you the opportunity to discover another authentic aspect of the country:
Day 1: You will leave the island of Djerba via the Roman road towards the salt lake Chott El Djerid, where you will stop briefly to watch the phenomenon of vaporization, before taking the road to Tozeur. You will then check into a hotel in the city (full board) and after lunch, you will board a jeep to Chebika to explore the beautiful mountain oasis of Tamerza and its waterfalls.
Day 2: After breakfast, you will head to the old town of Tozeur, where you will be able to discover its unique architectural heritage and stroll through the charming and extremely well preserved streets. The tour will continue with a visit to Douz and an optional camel ride between the dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental.
You will then head to the Berber village of Matmata for lunch and a visit to the troglodyte dwellings. These unique houses, carved into the side of the mountains, were designed to maintain coolness during the hot spells that the region experiences. At the end of this visit, you will return to Djerba via the Roman road.
Duration: 2 days
At the port of Houmt Souk, you will board a lively pirate boat that will take you to the island of the pink flamingos. During this hour-long journey, keep an eye out for dolphins, which are often spotted on this route and will even let you take their picture. On the island, you can go for a swim or just relax on the sandy beach before sitting down for a delicious lunch prepared by the crew. On the way back to the harbour, you will also be able to watch a net fishing session.
Duration: full day
For more information and bookings, please contact your LuxairTours guide on site.
Entry formalities:
From 1 January 2025, European nationals will only be able to enter Tunisia with a passport valid for at least 3 months after the planned date of return.
Until 31 December 2024, identity cards will continue to be accepted only if accompanied by a voucher with details of the hotel reservation. For travellers of German nationality, the passport or identity card must be valid for more than 6 months after entry into Tunisia.
Security measures concerning baggage transport:
For Tunisia, Luxair applies security measures that comply with the instructions issued by the Luxembourg Civil Aviation Authority.
To facilitate the implementation of these measures, we favour the use of rigid baggage with an integrated padlock or baggage that can be padlocked or sealed to prevent the intrusion of illicit objects. We therefore strongly encourage our customers to use this type of baggage and to ensure that it is in good condition, so that seals can be affixed without leaving a gap of more than one centimetre. Customers carrying baggage that cannot be fully secured with a seal must have their baggage laminated at their own expense before checking in at Djerba.
We would be grateful if you would comply with the instructions given by the staff at the destination airport, and would remind you that any failure to comply with these procedures may result in your baggage not being transported.
Good to know:
The Ramadan period is likely to affect the opening and menu of certain bars and restaurants located outside the hotel, as well as certain activities offered by the hotel and external service providers.
Correct dress is required in the hotels at dinner time (long trousers for men).