Top Djerba Day Trips

Embark on a full-day private adventure from Djerba into the heart of Berber country, where tradition, history, and cinematic landscapes meet. This unforgettable experience takes you through the Roman Causeway, across vast olive fields, and into the magical world of Tataouine and its surrounding ksours. Visit the legendary Ksar Ouled Soltane, one of the most beautiful examples of Berber architecture and a famous Star Wars filming location. Explore the ancient village of Chenini, where homes are carved into the rock and history whispers from every stone. Taste a delicious traditional meal in a local setting, full of authentic flavor and hospitality. Your journey continues to Ksar Hadada, another spectacular site tied to Tunisia’s rich heritage and movie history. With a certified local guide, private transport, and breathtaking scenery at every turn. ✨ Private. Authentic. Unforgettable. Perfect for history lovers, culture seekers, photographers, and curious explorers of all ages.

Djerba is known for its coastal scenery, but it can be hard to break free from the crowds. On this full-day cruise, swim in crystal-clear water and lounge on a tranquil stretch of white-sand beach as you soak up scenery in Flamingo Island, an uninhabited peninsula. Enjoy the trip there as you party on a pirate ship and spot dolphins in the water. A traditional Tunisian lunch is included.

Nicknamed “The Island of Dreams,” Djerba is a unique destination full of history, culture, and charm. This 5-hour guided tour offers the perfect introduction to its treasures — from ancient synagogues to colorful markets and vibrant street art. With a professional guide, you’ll explore must-see sites including the Roman Causeway, Guellala Museum, El Ghriba Synagogue, and the world-famous Djerbahood street art village. Your tour ends in Houmt Souk, the island’s lively capital, where you can wander through traditional markets and discover local crafts. Whether you're interested in history, culture, or simply soaking up the island’s relaxed atmosphere, this half-day tour is a perfect and convenient way to discover the highlights of Djerba.

Enjoy this full day out immersing yourself in all things that Ksar Ghilane has to offer. You will have a guide and driver today who will take care of logistics and inform you about what you'll see. You’ll visit Ksar Ghilane and Matmata, get to the desert gate and ride a quad or camel on the dunes, swim in a hot spring if you desire, visit two Berber villages and even visit a local family in their troglodyte house.

A day in Tataouine and Matmata is a total immersion in southern Tunisia, a region where history, culture and nature blend harmoniously. Whether you’re passionate about architecture, nature or cinema because of Tataouine’s links to Star Wars, these two destinations offer an authentic and unforgettable experience, far from the usual sightseeing tours.

Leave Djerba behind for the day on this fun cruise through the Mediterranean. First up, you’ll board a replica galleon at Houmt-Souk, Djerba’s capital. Settle on deck and watch a swashbuckling pirate show. The sight that awaits you here is really something special – think sugar-white sands, straw huts and blue-green shallows. Once your boat has dropped anchor, you’ll have time to do whatever you like. Swim in the crystal-clear waters, sprawl out on the sands, or sip drinks in the shade as you’re entertained by the island’s folklore troupes of drummers and musicians. Later, a tasty lunch, washed down with free-flowing non-alcoholic drinks, will be served at one of the huts. After that, there’s more time to sunbathe before sailing back to Djerba.

Ksar Ghilane is known for its unique desert landscapes, but with limited public transportation through the Sahara, a car is indispensable for exploring this remote and rugged territory. Ideal for anyone looking to get off the beaten path but with limited travel days to spare, this full-day excursion takes in the highlights from Djerba and whisks you back in your hotel by dinnertime.

Discover the desert communities of Tataouine and Cheneni on a full-day, small-group tour from Djerba following the ancient Roman road. Door-to-door transport in a climate-controlled vehicle ensures a comfortable day of exploring the arid landscape, with stops to browse a market, eat an included restaurant lunch, visit a Berber village, and more.

Djerba lies tantalizingly close to the rugged, vast Sahara Desert, but to explore this picturesque region safely, a 4x4-equipped vehicle and guide are essential. On this full-day private tour, swap packed beaches for endless desert vistas as you take in attractions such as the oases and millennia-old ruins of Ksar Ghilane and the fortified Berber granary of Ksar Hadada, a “Star Wars” filming site.

If you dream of a complete change of scenery, ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic culture, don't miss the one-day excursion to Tataouine and its legendary Berber villages. Ksar Ouled Soltane will transport you back in time with its stacked ghorfas, once used as communal granaries and made famous by Star Wars. Ksar Hadada, also a film location, will amaze you with its impressive architecture and peaceful atmosphere. Chenini, perched in the mountains, will welcome you with its troglodyte homes, its ksar, and its legendary mosque of the Seven Sleepers. All of this is part of a well-organized tour, with comfortable transportation, a passionate local guide, and a traditional lunch under the desert sun.

Visit an oasis hot spring in the Sahara Desert on a full-day, small-group tour from Djerba to Ksar Ghilane, as well as the Berber villages of Tamazret and Toujane. Round-trip transport from Djerba ensures your trip into the Sahara is comfortable and hassle-free, and the itinerary combines some of the region’s top highlights to make the most of your time on the road.

Discover the highlights of Djerba on a full-day guided tour that blends culture, art, nature, and local life. Travel comfortably around the island and explore traditional villages rich in history and charm. Visit the Guellala Museum and enjoy a live pottery demonstration showcasing Djerba’s famous ceramic heritage. Wander through Djerbahood, the iconic street-art village filled with colorful murals. Stroll through the lively markets of Houmt Souk, visit the historic El Ghriba Synagogue (closed Saturdays), and enjoy a fun stop at Djerba Explore Park, home to the famous crocodile park. A delicious local lunch and hotel pickup/drop-off are included for a seamless, unforgettable Djerba experience.

From the island of Djerba to the desert oasis of Ksar Ghilane and the famous sites around Tataouine. Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Tunisian desert. Explore historical ksour, relax in a desert oasis, and witness a magical sunset. This tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.

Tataouine and surrounding areas are famous for their desert scenery, cave homes, and vibrant Berber communities—but with limited public transportation, it is difficult to get around without your own car. On this full-day tour, get access to areas you couldn’t otherwise reach as you travel by air-conditioned vehicle. Highlights include free time at a local market, a visit to Chenini village, and a peek at “Star Wars” filming locations.

The tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Djerba and first takes you to Guellala, a village renowned for its pottery crafts and rich cultural history. You can visit pottery workshops where artisans create unique pieces using traditional techniques passed down for centuries. Then the tour heads to El Ghriba, one of the oldest synagogues in the world located in the village of Hara Seghira in Djerba. You will have the opportunity to explore this important pilgrimage site for the Jewish community, admire its traditional architecture and discover the fascinating history that surrounds this sacred place. After El Ghriba, the tour continues to Houmt Souk, the capital of the island of Djerba. You can stroll through the bustling medina, exploring the traditional souks where you will find a variety of local handicrafts such as carpets, pottery and jewelry.

Experience the landscapes and culture of southern Tunisia without the hassle of planning transportation, navigating desert routes, or coordinating multiple remote stops on your own. This guided 4x4 tour from Djerba takes you to the oasis of Ksar Ghilane, where you can relax by natural springs and choose optional desert activities, before continuing to the Berber communities of Matmata and Toujane. With logistics and route planning handled for you, it’s an easy way to explore the Sahara and its cultural heritage in a single day.

Whether you’re a “Star Wars” fan or interested in Tunisia’s Berber culture and desert scenery, a visit to Ksar Ghilane shouldn’t be missed—but with limited public transportation, getting there and navigating the area can be a challenge. On this full-day private tour, experience rugged, out-of-the-way locations you’d miss otherwise without worrying about logistics. Highlights include hot springs, sand dunes and lush desert oases, and encounters with Berber communities.

"The journey goes through the Legend" ! Live an unforgettable Saharan day with Legend Travel Story, visiting magnificent oases and Berber villages accompanied by a qualified national guide in a Tunisian ambience and increase your adrenalin by crossing the desert dunes !

live desert adventure and ksar Ghilane Oasis at sunset This excursion promises an immersive experience, combining desert landscapes, historic sites and moments of relaxation in an oasis, all enhanced by the magic of the sunset. Enjoy this unforgettable day in the heart of Tunisia this tour offers you the opportunity to visit the ancient Attic of Ksar Hadada, a unique place chosen among the wonderful filming site of STAR WARS, not to mention the pleasure of dinners in Dara Sana

You will have lunch in a restaurant in the Oasis. A day that offers a total change of scenery. Besides, Ksar Ghilan is close to Djerba, A light day. The two deserts of mountains and sand are to be discovered. The desert of Ksar Ghilan with ochre red sand is the best place to go for the camel ride or quad bike (extra) The Roman fort located 7 km from the oasis is a great curiosity that testifies to the presence of the Roman Empire in the region (to reach it you have to register for a quad bike ride: extra)

Discover highlights of Djerba Island on a full-day, small-group tour that goes from street art to open-air markets and museums. Stay cool and comfortable while exploring the island in a climate-controlled vehicle, making the most of your time by visiting a list of top sites in a single day. This small-group trip is a personal alternative to larger tours, ensuring even more individual service from the guide.

True discovery of troglodyte architecture and Berber culture in the mountains of Matmata and its surroundings, with a typical meal at home to live a real experience that will be etched in your memory forever.

The day starts with a transfer from your hotel in Djerba. Set off on a captivating journey through the diverse landscapes and cultural treasures of southern Tunisia. Start with a panoramic tour of Ksar Jouamaa, an ancient fortified attic offering insight into traditional Berber architecture and history. Continue exploring to Ksar Ghilane, where an oasis awaits you, inviting you to relax in its natural hot springs. Then head to Matmata, famous for its cave dwellings carved into the desert rock. Explore a cave house to discover the unique lifestyle of its inhabitants. Continue your adventure at Sidi Idriss Restaurant, a Star Wars filming location nestled in the heart of Matmata’s lunar landscape. Conclude your day, enriched with memories of Tunisia’s ancient heritage, and cinematic charm, before returning to your accommodation.