10-Day Algeria Heritage and Sahara October Group Tour with UNESCO Sites

10 Days Round trip from Wilaya d'Alger Moderate pace
From Algiers to the Sahara
From Algiers to the Sahara
From Algiers to the Sahara
From Algiers to the Sahara
From Algiers to the Sahara
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Algiers, Oran, Constantine, Ghardaïa, and Djanet with expert local guides.
  • 02 Visit seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Casbah of Algiers, Tassili n'Ajjer, M'Zab Valley, Djemila, and Tipaza.
  • 03 Experience two unforgettable days in the Sahara, travelling by 4x4 and spending a night under the stars in a traditional desert camp.
  • 04 Discover Algeria's remarkable Roman heritage through Tipaza, Cherchell, Tiddis, and Djemila.
  • 05 Enjoy a perfect combination of Mediterranean cities, Roman archaeology, and breathtaking Sahara landscapes.

Arrive in Constantine after your early morning flight from Djanet and transfer to your hotel for some well-deserved rest. In the afternoon, discover the ancient Roman city of Tiddis, one of Algeria's most fascinating archaeological treasures, perched on a hillside overlooking the dramatic Rhummel Valley. Wander through remarkably preserved Roman streets, temples, baths, houses, and ancient cisterns while learning about the site's unique blend of Roman and Numidian history. Return to Constantine for an overnight stay, ready to continue your journey through Algeria's rich cultural heritage.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Algiers, Constantine, Ghardaia, Oran, Cherchell, Tipaza, Djanet, Tassili n'Ajjer
Languages Arabic, English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

October 21 Arrival in Algiers & Evening Flight to Oran

  • Arrive at Algiers International Airport.

  • Meet and greet with assistance upon arrival.

  • Guided tour of Algiers.

  • Visit the UNESCO-listed Casbah of Algiers.

  • Explore Ketchaoua Mosque.

  • Traditional lunch inside the Casbah.

  • Visit Jardin d'Essai (El Hamma Garden).

  • Stop at Martyrs' Memorial (Maqam Echahid).

  • Visit Grande Poste.

  • Transfer to Algiers Airport.

  • Domestic flight to Oran.

  • Overnight in Oran (Hotel Ibis or similar).

2
Day 02

October 22 Discover Oran & Flight to Djanet

  • Breakfast.

  • Guided city tour of Oran.

  • Visit Santa Cruz Fortress.

  • Explore Place d'Armes.

  • Visit Bey's Palace.

  • Enjoy a seafood lunch.

  • Evening transfer to the airport.

  • Overnight domestic flight to Djanet.

  • Transfer to Hotel Ambassadeur.

3
Day 03

October 23 Tassili n'Ajjer Sahara Adventure

  • Breakfast.

  • 4x4 excursion into Tassili n'Ajjer National Park.

  • Visit prehistoric rock art sites.

  • Discover sandstone formations.

  • Explore natural arches and canyons.

  • Desert lunch.

  • Sunset over the Sahara.

  • Traditional Tuareg dinner.

  • Overnight in desert tents.

4
Day 04

October 24 Deep Sahara Exploration

  • Sunrise breakfast.

  • Continue exploring:

    • Natural arches

    • Canyons

    • Rock engravings

    • Additional prehistoric paintings

  • Return to Djanet.

  • Visit the local market (if time permits).

  • Dinner.

  • Overnight at Hotel Ambassadeur.

5
Day 05

October 25 Arrival in Constantine & Tiddis Roman Ruins Tour

  • Early morning arrival at Constantine Airport following your domestic flight from Djanet.

  • Transfer to your hotel for check-in and time to rest after the overnight journey.

  • In the afternoon, depart for a guided excursion to Tiddis, one of Algeria's most remarkable Roman archaeological sites, dramatically built into the mountainside overlooking the Rhummel Valley.

  • Explore its ancient streets, temples, Roman houses, cisterns, baths, and the unique blend of Roman and Numidian heritage while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

  • Return to Constantine.

  • Overnight stay in Constantine.

6
Day 06

October 26 Djemila UNESCO Site & Drive to Algiers

  • Breakfast.

  • Full-day excursion to Djemila.

  • Visit:

    • Roman Forum

    • Temples

    • Basilicas

    • Mosaic Museum

    • Triumphal Arch

  • Lunch.

  • Scenic drive back to Algiers.

  • Overnight in Algiers.

7
Day 07

October 27 Museums of Algiers & Flight to Ghardaïa

  • Breakfast.

  • Continue exploring Algiers.

  • Visit:

    • Bardo National Museum

    • Museum of Fine Arts

    • Notre Dame d'Afrique

    • Bastion 23

    • Great Mosque of Algiers

  • Evening domestic flight to Ghardaïa.

  • Overnight at Hotel Belvedere.

Overnight stay in Ghardaïa at Hotel Belvedere.

8
Day 08

October 28 Ghardaïa, M'Zab Valley, and Flight to Algiers

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.

  • Enjoy a guided tour of Ghardaïa and the M'Zab Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Explore Ghardaïa old town.

  • Visit ksour fortified villages.

  • Discover traditional Mozabite architecture.

  • Visit the local market.

  • Have lunch during the tour.

  • Transfer to Ghardaïa Airport.

  • Take a domestic flight from Ghardaïa to Algiers at 21:15.

  • Arrive in Algiers and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay in Algiers at Hotel Ralf.

9
Day 09

October 29 Tipaza & Cherchell UNESCO Excursion

  • Breakfast.

  • Drive along the Mediterranean coast.

  • Visit Cherchell Museum and Roman ruins.

  • Continue to Tipaza UNESCO Archaeological Site.

  • Explore:

    • Roman basilicas

    • Amphitheatre

    • Thermal baths

    • Coastal archaeological park

  • Farewell dinner.

  • Overnight in Algiers.

10
Day 10

October 30 Departure from Algiers

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.

  • Transfer to Algiers International Airport for international departure.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Wilaya d'Alger 8 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport meet and greet, and assistance upon arrival and departure

  • Accommodation in the mentioned hotels and guest houses throughout the programme

  • Daily breakfast at hotels

  • Two days in Djanet, including:

  • 4x4 transportation for desert excursions

  • Full board in the desert, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner

  • One night accommodation in desert tents

  • Domestic flights as per the itinerary

  • Professional English-speaking guide

  • All entrance fees to sites and monuments mentioned in the programme

  • Visa assistance for Algeria

  • One night hotel accommodation in Algiers on a bed and breakfast basis for travellers arriving one day before the tour

What's Not Included

  • International flights

  • Personal travel insurance

  • Personal expenses

  • Tips

What to bring

  • Passport (valid for at least 6 months)

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • Layered clothing

  • Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Personal toiletries and medication

  • Travel adapter

  • Camera

Know before you go

  • Visa assistance must start at least 20 days before arrival.

  • Desert regions have warm days and cool nights.

  • Modest dress is recommended at cultural and religious sites.

  • This tour involves long drives and varied terrain.

  • Other languages are available upon request.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Houari Boumédiène, Algérie
Tour start
Wilaya d'Alger, Algérie
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 days finish where they began, in Wilaya d'Alger.

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