Escape to the Winter Sun: Last Minute Holidays to Tunisia

Tunisia in the summer is hot and sunny - it is located in North Africa and appears in most travel brochures as a winter sun destination. With its sunny weather, well-established resorts, stunning beaches and superb excursions, Tunisia makes a great holiday setting. The average high in October is 25c, and temperatures do not get much worse as Christmas approaches. With lows of below freezing in the UK this Winter, why not treat yourself to last minute holidays in the sun?



Those looking for all inclusive holidays in Tunisia should aim for January or February and September or October, when hotel rates are cheaper and the weather is cool and there is some rain. During the hot high season, from June to August, it is much harder to find a cheap holiday to Tunisia as hotel rates are up, car rentals to be scarce and the street markets and museums are filled with tourists. During this period the coastal towns are at their most lively and it's also when the Tunisian tourist authorities lay on a number of superb festivals in old Roman sites.



Djerba is an island in the south of Tunisia with beautiful sandy beaches and beautiful, peaceful and silent countryside. One from the best ecological destinations in the World, this island preserves its traditions and its unique architectural theme. Enjoy the sandy beaches, visit Ras R'mel peninsula, rent a bicycle and visit the small villages; enjoy a simple and typical architecture, a silent countryside and beautiful sunsets and sunrises. A great place to watch sunsets is at the northwest side of the island is Borj Djillidj before turning left to Ajim. The quiet little port and lighthouse hosts the traditional fishermen who still catch octopus with clay pots and come back against sunset with their wins of the day.



Tunisia even provides the opportunity for last minute holidays that include travel by train and ship. Ships sail several times each week, with comfortable ensuite cabins, restaurants and bars, plus an open deck to watch the coast of Africa approach. You'll see the blue waters of the Med give way to the green of the Bay of Tunis, with the ruins of Carthage up on Byrsa hill to your right as the ship heads in. Once in Tunis, travel south by air-conditioned express train to the delightful town of Sousse.



This country has a long history, with many spectacular sights to enjoy from the vast Roman amphitheatre at El Djem to the breathtaking Sahara desert cave dwellings at Matmata and much, much more. So, iIf you’re looking for a brilliant holiday break next summer, next winter, or even if you’re looking for a bargain last-minute deal to Tunisia, then whatever you do book now to get the very best choice of all our holidays.