Algeria · Archaeology

5-Day Algeria Heritage Tour from Algiers to Oran via Tipaza

5 Days Round trip from Alger Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah in Algiers
02 Explore the Roman archaeological site and museum in Tipaza
03 Learn about Cherchell's ancient Roman past through its archaeological museums
04 Discover Tlemcen's important Islamic heritage and the ruins of Mansourah

This Algeria tour takes you from Algiers to the port city of Oran, exploring spectacular Roman sites such as Tipaza and Tlemcen along the way. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah in Algiers, learn about the ancient Roman past in Cherchell, and visit important Islamic landmarks in historic Tlemcen. The journey also includes Oran's historic and modern sites, with museums, palaces, forts, and breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea.

The Tipaza archaeological site holds the largest basilica in North Africa, as well as the Basilica of St Salsa, a local martyr from the 4th century.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Algiers, Oran, Cherchell, Tlemcen, Tipaza

Languages Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Algiers and Kasbah Visit

This Algeria tour takes you from Algiers to the port city of Oran while exploring spectacular Roman sites such as Tipaza and Tlemcen along the way.
If you arrive early, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah in the afternoon.

Day 02

Tipaza, Cherchell, and Transfer to Oran

After breakfast, depart for the Roman sites of Tipaza. Here, you will visit the museum and the archaeological site. The Tipaza archaeological site holds the largest basilica in North Africa, as well as the Basilica of St Salsa, a local martyr from the 4th century.
Your next stop will be Cherchell, where you will learn about its ancient Roman past and visit two archaeological museums.
When ready, continue by road to Oran, the second-largest city in Algeria.

Day 03

Historic Tlemcen Excursion

After breakfast, take an early morning departure to the historic city of Tlemcen. This city was once an important center for Islam in the region. Explore the 13th-century Mosque of Sidi Bel Hassan, the Great Mosque, and the 13th-century ruins of ancient Mansourah.
Return to Oran for the night.

Day 04

Oran Heritage Tour and Return to Algiers

Today, you will enjoy the historic and modern sites of Oran.
You will explore Bey's Palace, the 14th-century fort of Merinid Sultan Abou Hassan, the Cathedral de Sacre Coeur, and the Ahmed Zabana National Museum. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea from the Cathedral of Sacre Coeur mountainside site.
After visiting the sites in Oran, return to Algiers for the night.

Day 05