Tunisia Family Adventure: Carthage, Camels & Djerba

Today the whole family explores the great sights around Tunis in a fun, engaging way. You visit the ruins of Carthage, the great Punic and Roman capital above the sea, where children can imagine Hannibal and his elephants and clamber among ancient baths and ports. You marvel at the world-class Bardo Museum, whose brilliant Roman mosaics of gods, sea monsters, animals and chariots delight all ages like ancient comic strips in stone. You then climb to the enchanting blue-and-white village of Sidi Bou Said, wandering its lanes, enjoying ice cream and admiring the sweeping sea views. Your guide keeps the stories lively and fun. As the day ends, you return to your hotel. This evening, savour a family dinner in the capital. Rest well, ready for the big journey south to the desert tomorrow.

Today is an exciting journey south to the great desert. You travel from Tunis through changing landscapes, pausing to glimpse the colossal amphitheatre of El Jem, where the family can picture gladiators in one of the greatest arenas of the Roman world, before continuing to Douz, the gateway to the Sahara. In the golden light of late afternoon everyone rides camels out among the dunes with friendly Berber hosts, the caravan swaying across the sand, climbs a high dune to watch a spectacular sunset, and perhaps rolls down the slopes. As night falls, you dine and sleep at a family-friendly desert camp beneath a canopy of brilliant stars. The camels, dunes and starry skies are magical for children and parents alike. Rest well amid the golden dunes of the Sahara at Douz.

This morning, after a beautiful desert dawn and perhaps a last look at the dunes, you journey south towards the arid Berber hills and the extraordinary village of Matmata. Here the Berber people created remarkable underground troglodyte homes, dug deep into the earth as sunken courtyards ringed by cave rooms, cool in summer and warm in winter. The family is often welcomed inside one of these otherworldly dwellings, and you visit the famous Star Wars filming location where one became the boyhood home of Luke Skywalker, a huge thrill for young fans. Children love the caves and the film connection. As the day ends, you settle into your accommodation in Matmata, perhaps a fun converted troglodyte hotel. This evening, savour the unique setting. Rest well, ready to reach the island of Djerba and its beaches tomorrow.

Today you leave the desert behind and travel to the sunny island of Djerba, the relaxing beach finale of your family adventure. Crossing to the island by causeway or a fun short ferry ride across the lagoon, you arrive on Djerba, a whitewashed island of palm groves, fishing villages and long sandy beaches with a warm, calm, shallow sea perfect for children. On arrival you settle into your family-friendly beach hotel and begin to unwind, with a first swim in the sea or a splash in the pool. You may explore the lively souks of Houmt Souk. The island's beaches and gentle pace are a lovely reward after the desert. As the day ends, you relax by the sea. This evening, savour a family seafood dinner. Rest well, ready for fun-filled beach days on Djerba.

Today the whole family enjoys the beautiful island of Djerba. You might spend the day on the long sandy beach and swimming in the warm, calm, shallow sea, ideal for children, building sandcastles, trying gentle water sports and enjoying the hotel pool. For extra fun you can visit the Djerba Explore park with its crocodile farm and heritage museum, take a boat trip on the lagoon, or explore the whitewashed villages and the colourful street-art murals of the Djerbahood quarter. There is something for every age. The beaches, warmth and family fun are delightful. As the day ends, you relax by the sea. This evening, enjoy a family dinner by the water, perhaps watching the sunset. Rest well, ready for a final relaxing day on the island tomorrow.

Today is a final, flexible day for the family on beautiful Djerba, at your own pace. You might spend it relaxing on the beach and by the pool, swimming, playing and enjoying long lunches by the sea, or take a boat trip, a bike ride through the palm groves, or a last wander through the souks of Houmt Souk for souvenirs. This easy day lets everyone unwind and reflect on the wonderful adventure you have shared, from Carthage and the Bardo to camels in the Sahara, the Star Wars homes of Matmata and the island beaches. The warmth, fun and relaxation are delightful. As the day ends, you savour a final island sunset together. This evening, enjoy a family farewell dinner by the sea. Rest well, carrying happy memories, ahead of your departure tomorrow.

After a final morning on the beautiful island of Djerba, perhaps a last swim in the warm sea or a beach stroll, you are transferred to Djerba-Zarzis International Airport for your onward departure (or a connecting flight to Tunis). You leave having shared a fun, varied and enriching family adventure through Tunisia, the ruins of Carthage and the dazzling mosaics of the Bardo, the blue-and-white village of Sidi Bou Said, camel rides and a starry desert camp in the Sahara at Douz, the amphitheatre of El Jem, the Star Wars homes of Matmata, and the beaches of Djerba. The images stay vivid long after you land, the camels against a desert sunset, the cave homes of Matmata, and the warm island sea. Tunisia offers fun, discovery and quality family time in abundance, and you depart already dreaming of a return.