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Ancient Algeria and the Sahara Desert

16 days
Start and end in Algiers
4.5
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Ancient Algeria and the Sahara Desert - Explore!
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Age range 16 to 85
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Highlights

  • Historical Temples including ancient Ruins

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join trip in Algiers
  2. Day 2 Visit the Roman sites of Tipaza and Cherchell on the Mediterranean coast. Evening flight to Ghardaia
  3. Day 3 Full day exploring Ghardaia and the settlements of Beni Isguen, Malika and El Ateuf in the M’Zab Valley
  4. Day 4 Drive to M'sila
  5. Day 5 Visit Al Qal'a (fortress) of Beni Hammad and the vast Roman ruins at Timgad, overnight in Batna
  6. Day 6 Visit the tomb of Madghacen near Batna, continue to Constantine, the city of bridges
  7. Day 7 Full day to explore Constantine
  8. Day 8 Explore the Roman ruins of Djemila, continue to Setif
  9. Day 9 Return to Algiers; afternoon tour of the capital. Fly to Djanet deep in the Sahara
  10. Day 10 El Biredj canyon; first night wild camping in the desert
  11. Day 11 Witness the pre historic rock art in the Tassili n'Ajjer plateau, a UNESCO world heritage site
  12. Day 12 Head deeper into the Sahara desert, into the vast sand dunes at Moul El Naga. Overnight at Tin Koukak
  13. Day 13 Visit the striking Djaren Canyon and see desert rock art around Tin Koukak
  14. Day 14 Return to Djanet to freshen up. Afternoon head out to explore Timrass and Tekoubaouine
  15. Day 15 Erg Admer, crying cows engravings. Return to Djanet
  16. Day 16 Fly back to Algiers where the trip ends
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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

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Number of tours

527

Age Range

16 to 85 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

80%

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Customer Reviews

  • Barbara
    · April 14th, 2025
    Mastapha was absolutely the best guide. He looked after us all very well and went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed the tour. Thank you Mastapha! Tashi’s was an excellent driver - very safe and careful. Thank you
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  • DUNJA
    · January 4th, 2025
    With such a AMAZING AND PERFECT GUIDE COULD NOT BE BETTER. But I would suggest to change itinerary little bit. In Goree Island not Sleeping , St luis one day and more days in Gambia.
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  • gloria
    · September 27th, 2024
    Our guide Heri was excellent. Kind, caring, well spoken
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Dates & Availability

16 days
Ancient Algeria and the Sahara Desert
From Algiers to Algiers

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 310011

  • Currency
    د.ج
    Algerian Dinar
    Algeria
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

    Type C
    Algeria
    Type E
    Algeria
    Type F
    Algeria
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Algeria. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Algeria. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Algeria. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Algeria. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Algeria. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Algeria. Ideally 10 days before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before July 7th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 7th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Explore!. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 75 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Explore! will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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  • Cancellation Policy
  • Accessibility
    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.