The itinerary in detail
Panoramas of Algeria
(Algeri -Djamila-Constantine-Timgad-timimoun-El Menia-Ghardaia-)
From vibrant Algiers, with its historic Casbah and colonial-style palaces, the journey leads to Ghardaïa, in the heart of the M’zab valley, and to numerous perfectly preserved Roman sites. It continues toward El Menia, where history, art, culture, and adventure intertwine, and then to Timimoun, a fascinating oasis in the desert famous for its red sand dunes. The route ends in Constantine, the majestic “city of bridges,” famous for its spectacular suspended architectures and Ottoman heritage.
Note:
- Minimum 6 people
- Accommodation in double or triple room: 4* hotels or traditional houses
- Single room supplement €200
Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrival at the airport, completion of airport formalities, then departure to the hotel.
Day 2:
Discovery of Algiers’ monuments and museums, a journey through stories of the past and modernity.
Day 3:
Exploration of the TIMIMOUN Oasis. Discovery of the FOGGARA and desert landscapes, then departure for a SAFARI towards the village of Talla.
Day 4:
4X4 excursion for the circuit called DE LA SEBKHA.
Visit to the region of IGHZER with its KSOUR and CAVES.
Discovery of the TINDJILLET micro-oasis and the palm grove, one of the vastest in the region.
Day 5:
Departure for EL MENIA, to the discovery
Day 6:
Exploration of the M’Zab Valley, starting from GHARDAIA and its traditional markets.
Day 7:
Departure for EL ATTEUF and BOUNOURA, fortified cities rising on a rocky ridge.
Day 8:
Flight to Algiers. Free walk in the historic center of Algiers.
Day 9:
Departure for the Roman site of DJEMILA and its museum. Departure for Constantine, ancient CIRTA capital of NUMIDIA.
Night visit of the suspended bridges that connect the rocky spurs on which the city is suspended.
Day 10:
Visit to the Emir Abdelkader Mosque.
Departure for the TIMGAD archaeological site then return to Constantine
Day 11:
Exploration of the CIRTA museum which houses findings from the NUMIDO-ROMAN era passing through the OTTOMAN era.
Return flight to Algiers.
Day 12:
Transfer to the airport and return flight to Italy
The trip includes
- International scheduled flights from Italy in Economy class
- Internal flights where provided
- Accommodation in double or triple room depending on the availability of the facility
- Half board (breakfast and dinner)
- All transfers, visits and excursions mentioned in the program
- Means of transport, for the north and central parts, mini van/mini bus (depending on the number of participants) for the south part 4×4 off-road vehicles
- Local guide speaking Arabic/French with Italian-speaking companion/interpreter
- Medical insurance
The trip does not include:
- Visa fees €100 (€160 IF DONE BY US)
- Airline ticket taxes
- Meals and drinks not mentioned
- Tips and personal expenses
- Any departure taxes and everything not indicated under “What’s included”
