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10-Day Oasis & Sahara Tour From Djanet
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Sun and Sand, Architecture, Culture

  • Duration

    10 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    Arabic, English, French, German

Description

Embark on a captivating 10-day tour through diverse Algerian landscapes. Begin in Algiers, transitioning seamlessly to Taghit to glimpse the Western Sand Sea's oasis. Then, explore Taghit's architectural marvels, visit Charles De Foucauld's Chapel in Beni Abbes, and journey to Timimoun for a scenic drive-through oasis. Next, discover El-Goléa's palm groves and historical landmarks, including the Citadel and Sahara Museum. Afterwards, venture to Ghardaia, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before returning to Algiers. Wrap up your tour as you explore Algiers' Casbah, Notre-Dame d'Afrique Church, and Jardin d'Essai before departing from Houari Boumediene International Airport.

Highlights
  • Explore Taghit's Western Sand Sea oasis 
  • Visit Charles De Foucauld's Chapel in Beni Abbes
  • Journey to El-Goléa, exploring a 9th-century Citadel 
  • Immerse in Ghardaia's UNESCO World Heritage site with five villages
  • In Algiers, explore UNESCO Casbah and historic Jardin d'Essai in Hamma.
  • Day 1: Algiers-Taghit expand_more
    • Reception and assistance at Houari Boumediene International Airport (Algiers).
    • Transit on foot to the domestic airport (3-5 minutes' walk).
    • Fly to Bechar.
    • Upon arrival at Bechar airport (Boudghene Ben Ali Lotfi), take transport to the hotel in Taghit (85 Kms).

    Spend the first overnight at the hotel.

  • Day 2: Taghit expand_more
    • Begin the day with breakfast. Explore the famous small oasis on the Grand Erg Occidental, known as the Western Sand Sea.
    • Visit the town, including Old Ksar, Ksour valley, and Berrebi Oasis.
    • Note the use of red mud or brick in house architecture, a common feature in the region's oases.
    • End the day with a sunset view during dinner.
    • Optional sand skiing activity.

    Return to our traditional residence or similar.

  • Day 3: Taghit-Beni Abbes expand_more
    • Depart from Taghit to Beni-Abbes (150 Kms) after breakfast.
    • Arrive at Beni Abbes, the White Oasis, in about half an hour.
    • Visit the town, Charles De Foucauld's Chapel, and the priest's first hermitage (1901-1903).
    • Have lunch in the chapel's garden or another location. Explore the Old Castle in the palm grove and the Beni Abbes Museum, featuring desert fauna, fossils, and Algerian arts and crafts.
    • Return to the residence for an overnight stay at the end of the day.
  • Day 4: Beni Abbes-Timimoun expand_more
    • Early morning drive to the Red Oasis, Timimoun, after breakfast.
    • Transit through oases: El-Ouata, Kerzaz, Timoudi, Ouled Khdir, and Charouine.
    • Cover the 342 km journey to Timimoun in 4 hours.
    • Upon arrival, lunch at a guest house or hotel.
    • After a rest, afternoon stroll in the town and its bio local produce-filled covered market.
    • Witness the sunset on the outskirts of the oasis.
    • Conclude the day with dinner and traditional Gnawa music (using Qraqeb and hand-made drum).

    Return to the guest house or similar.

  • Day 5: Timimoun expand_more
    • Shortly after breakfast, visit Timimoun's old castle, Ouled Haroun castle, and the Fougaras (hydraulic heritage) of Ouled Said & Hadj Guelmane.
    • Explore the less populated towns covered by desert sand dunes and palm groves, enjoying a traditional lunch.
    • In the afternoon, continue the exploration of open museums, including the cave and cliffs of Ighzer and the dunes of the Oasis.

    Overnight at the residence or hotel.

  • Day 6: Timimoun-El-Golea expand_more
    • Early morning breakfast, then drive to the oasis "El-Meniaa" (formerly El-Goléa).
    • Cover a 362 km distance by road in 4 hours, situated at the center of Algeria as a gateway to Southern Algeria.
    • Renowned for mineral water and agricultural products, including a palm grove with about 180,000 palm trees.
    • Rest at M'Guiden's Café on the way to El-Goléa.
    • Lunch at the hotel or guest house upon arrival.
    • After a short rest, visit the church of Bel-Bachir and the tomb of Catholic priest Charles De Foucault.
    • Enjoy the sunset on the dunes during dinner.

    Return to the hotel.

  • Day 7: El-Goléa expand_more
    • Depart from the residence to visit the 9th-century Citadel, known as 'Vieux ksar,' situated on a 75m high hill.
    • Explore the old castle, a refuge for ancestors, with ruins of houses and a well used for water.
    • Visit the Sahara museum in the town center, housing collections gathered by René Le Clerc.
    • Embark on an excursion to the dunes of the Grand Erg Occidental for the afternoon.
    • Dine in the dunes and return to the residence.
  • Day 8: El-Golea -Ghardaia expand_more
    • Early morning departure to Ghardaia (M'Zab Valley), covering 270 kms in 3 hours.
    • Arrival in Ghardaia around 11 a.m., followed by lunch at the hotel.
    • Explore one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites, Beni Izghen, formed by five villages.
    • Continue the journey to Boulila Tower.
    • Conclude the day with a visit to the town center and its ancient rectangular market.

    Overnight stay at the residence.

  • Day 9: Ghardaia-Algiers expand_more
    • Have breakfast, then visit Mélika and Bounoura.
    • After lunch, transfer the group to Moufdi Zakaria (Noumérat) domestic airport, located 15 kms away.
    • Fly to the capital, Algiers.
    • Transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay.
  • Day 10: Algiers expand_more
    • On the last day, explore the UNESCO World Heritage site, Casbah of Algiers, for 2 hours.
    • Drive to the Church of Notre-Dame d'Afrique, located 4 kms from the Casbah.
    • Conclude the visit with a trip to Jardin d'Essai in Hamma, a unique garden dating back to the 1900s.
    • Transfer visitors to Houari Boumediene International Airport for departure.
    • Provide assistance until boarding.
What's Included
  • Airport transfers and assistance.
  • Accommodation in 3-4 star hotels, traditional guest houses, or similar (twin share).
  • Full board basis: breakfast, lunch, and dinner with water and soft drinks.
  • Comfortable buses or cars with drivers.
  • Experienced tour guides.
  • Domestic flights: Algiers - Timimoun & El-Golea - Algiers (economy class).
  • Entrance fees to museums or sites included.
  • Letter of invitation for visa application.
What's Excluded
  • International flights not included.
  • Travel insurance is the traveler's responsibility.
  • Visa fees are not covered.
  • Additional expenses and personal costs are excluded.
  • Single supplement available for €245.
Meeting Point

Houari Boumediene Airport, Dar El Beïda, Algérie

Cancellation Policy

No refund in case of any cancellation.

Price Details
Persons
1 To 16 EUR 1680 Per Person

This is a group tour

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USD 1881 / person