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7-Day M'zab Valley & Oases Tour From Algiers
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Sun and Sand, Architecture, Archeology

  • Duration

    7 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    Arabic, English, French, German

Description

Embark on a captivating tour of Algeria's cultural and natural gems, starting at Algiers' Houari Boumediene International Airport. Next, explore UNESCO-listed sites in M'zab Valley and Ghardaia's city center. Then, we journey to El-Golea, visiting landmarks like the church of Bel-Bachir and the Sahara Museum. After that, dive into history with a tour of the 9th-century Citadel. Continue to head to the Red Oasis, Timimoun, for traditional entertainment and market exploration. Wrap up the tour with visits to the UNESCO-listed Casbah of Algiers, the Church of Notre-Dame Afrique, and the historic Jardin d'Essai in Hamman, ending with a transfer to Houari Boumediene International Airport.

Highlights
  • Visit and entertain while exploring UNESCO classified sites

  • Learn more about the specifics of different cultures in Southern Algeria

  • Discover a different architecture of ksours in the oases

  • Know more about the religious and cultural expeditions in the oases

  • Day 1: Algiers-Ghardaia expand_more
    • Reception and assistance at Houari Boumediene International Airport (Algiers).
    • Transit on foot to the domestic airport (3-5 minute walk) to fly to Ghardaia.
    • After arriving at Ghardaia domestic Airport, Moufdi Zakaria (known as Noumérat).
    • Take transport to the City Centre (15 Km) where the first overnight will be spent.
  • Day 2: Ghardaia expand_more
    • After breakfast, we drive to visit 3 sites of M'zab Valley: Mélika, Bounoura, and the palm gardens of Beni-Izghen where we have lunch (these 3 sites are classified by the UNESCO World Heritage committee).
    • After a rest, we visit Boulila Tower, Ghardaia's city centre, and its magnificent rectangular ancient stone market.

    Dinner and overnight at the guest house or similar.

  • Day 3: Ghardaia-El-Golea expand_more
    • In the early hours of the morning, we have our breakfast. We drive towards the Pearl of the Oases, El-Meniaa (ex-El-Goléa). The distance of 270 Km can be crossed by road in 3 hours.
    • The oasis is situated in the center of Algeria, at the eastern end of the Grand Erg Occidental, as a gateway to Southern Algeria. It is famous for its mineral water and agricultural products, including its palm grove of about 180,000 palm trees.
    • When we reach El-Goléa around 11 a.m., we head to the guest house or similar to have lunch.
    • Following the short rest, we head towards the church of Bel-Bachir (close to the church, there is the tomb of the Catholic priest Charles De Foucauld).
    • Then we enjoy the sunset on the dunes while having our dinner.

    Return to the hotel.

  • Day 4: El-Golea expand_more
    • Today we leave the residence to visit some places starting with the 9th-century Citadel known as 'Vieux ksar,' built on a 75 m high hill. In this old castle, which was the refuge for the ancestors who dwelt for centuries, there are still ruins of the houses and the well used by settlers as water.
    • Next, we visit the unique Sahara museum (town centre) where there are lots of collections gathered for decades by René Le Clerc (b.1925-d.2010).
    • Afterward, we go on an excursion to the dunes of the Grand Erg Occidental where we spend the afternoon, dine, and return to the residence.
  • Day 5: El-Golea-Timimoun expand_more
    • Early in the morning after breakfast, we will drive southwards to the Red Oasis, Timimoun.
    • We rest in M'Guiden's Café for a while.
    • The journey to Timimoun (362 kms) is to be crossed in 4 hours.
    • Arriving at our destination, we move to a guest house or a hotel where we have our lunch.
    • In the afternoon, a visit is organized to Foggaras (hydraulic heritage) of Ouled Said and Hadj Guelmane, ending with a traditional dinner accompanied by traditional local folk amusement.
    • Then, the day is finished by having dinner while enjoying the traditional dance (using musical instruments Qraqeb and hand-made drum).

    Return to the guest house or similar.

  • Day 6: Timimoun expand_more
    • Shortly after breakfast, we stroll in the town and its covered market full of Bio local produce.
    • After lunch, we move to Timimoun Airport (4 Kms).
    • Transfer from Houari Boumediene domestic Airport to the hotel.

    Overnight at the residence or the hotel.

  • Day 7: Algiers expand_more
    • In the last day of the visit, we visit another UNESCO World Heritage site, Casbah of Algiers for 2 hours.
    • Then we drive to the Church of Notre-Dame Afrique (4 kms distant from the Casbah).
    • We finish the whole service with a visit to Jardin d'Essai in Hamman (the unique garden in Africa dated to 1900's).
    • The visitors are transferred to Houari Boumediene International Airport for departure.
    • Assistance is given until the boarding.
What's Included
  • Airport transfers and assistance
  • Accommodation:
    • In hotels (3-4 stars, local standards), traditional guest houses, or similar accommodations during the tour (Twin share accommodation)
  • Full board bases:
    • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (water & soft drinks only)
  • Comfort bus or cars + driver
  • Experienced tour guides
  • Domestic Flights:
    • Algiers - Timimoun & El-Golea - Algiers tickets (Economic class)
  • Entrance fees to museums or sites included in the itinerary
  • Letter of invitation for visa application
What's Excluded
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Extras and personal expenses
  • Single Supplement: € 245
Meeting Point

Houari Boumediene Airport, Dar El Beïda, Algérie

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Persons
1 To 16 EUR 1380 Per Person

This is a group tour

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USD 1545 / person