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9 DAYS ALLURING ALGERIA (8 – 16 Dec 2024) *Full*

Algiers, Constantine, Djanet, Ghardaia

Outdoor & Adventure, History & Culture, Off the Beaten, Nature & Wildlife

Highlights

  • A journey that traverses 5 out of Algeria’s 7 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Explore magnificent and well-preserved Roman ruins at Tipasa and Djemila, with barely another tourist in sight
  • Awe-inspiring dramatic Saharan desertscapes, with a private Tuareg dance performance in the desert
  • Guided walk with village elders in Ghardaia village to experience snippets of traditional Algerian life
  • Most fully inclusive arrangements and accompanied by Intriq’s Travel Concierge

Welcome to Algeria, where spectacular Saharan desertscapes and magnificent Roman archaeological sites beckon. Compared to its neighbours like Morocco, Algeria remains effectively undiscovered by tourists, despite its rich history and architecture.

In the north along the Mediterranean coastline, find charming cities like Algiers and Constantine, and well-preserved Roman ruins such as Tipasa and Djemila. Further south, we journey to Djanet and into the heart of the Sahara Desert, where awe-inspiring sand dunes, windswept canyons and ancient rock paintings unveil nature’s raw beauty. Venture into the medieval city of Ghardaia, for a glimpse into Algeria’s most traditional way of life. Join us to uncover the allure and wonder of Algeria!

Land Tour Price

Twin Sharing: HKD 58,580 per person
Single Supplement: HKD 6,780 per person

HKD 58,580 Per person
Per Person

Early Bird Offer
First two bookings with deposit (limit to two rooms) will get complimentary upgrade to an Executive Suite in the Constantine Marriott Hotel for 1 night

Deposit Amount

HKD 11,716/- Per person

20% deposit at sign up

9 Days 8 Nights

*Registration Closing Date
06 Sep 2024 or when tour is fully subscribed

Cancellation Charges:
Before 06 Sep 2024: forfeit deposit From 06 Sep 2024: 100% cancellation fees apply

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 01
8 DEC 2024 (SUN) ARRIVAL IN ALGIERS

Algiers
Lunch, Dinner included

Transfer: Airport to Hotel

Upon your arrival at the Algiers airport, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Martyrs Memorial & Botanic Gardens

Explore the iconic Martyrs Memorial (Maqam Echahid) and the Museum of El Moudjahid, landmarks that symbolise Algeria’s path to independence and its rich cultural heritage. Next, venture into the heart of Algiers to discover a tranquil sanctuary, the Botanic Gardens (Le Jardin D’Essai du Hamma).

Day 02
9 DEC 2024 (MON) ALGIERS

Algiers
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Excursion to Tipasa

Drive 1.5 hours to visit the Phoenician, Roman and Byzantine ruins at Tipasa, a UNESCO World Heritage site with beautiful remains of basilicas, baths and theatres along the Mediterranean coast. En route, we also visit Tombaeu de la Chretienne, an ancient Roman mausoleum showcasing a blend of Roman and North African cultures.

Algiers Old City (Kasbah)

After lunch, head back to Algiers to visit the Kasbah (ancient old city), also a UNESCO World Heritage site and an outstanding example of a historic Maghreb city with a blend of Ottoman, Moorish and French influences.

Day 03
10 DEC 2024 (TUE) ALGIERS / CONSTANTINE

Constantine
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Explore Djemila

Drive 3.5 hours to the UNESCO World Heritage Roman site Djemila, which means “beautiful” in Arabic. At 900m above sea-level, Djemila with its forum, temples, basilicas, triumphal arches and houses, is a spectacular example of Roman town planning adapted to a mountain setting.

From Djemila, we take a 2-hour drive to Constantine.

Day 04
11 DEC 2024 (WED) CONSTANTINE / DJANET

Djanet
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Constantine, The City of Bridges

Constantine is unique for its breathtaking location atop dramatic cliffs.

Explore the beautiful Mosque of Amir Abd-el-Kader with its exquisite showcase of Moorish architecture and a spiritual cultural centre for the local community. Also visit the Museum of Cirta for its extensive collection of artifacts and artworks across Constantine’s diverse history.

Enjoy old city with its many suspension bridges, such as the iconic Pont Sidi M’Cid. Built in 1912 and at 175m high, this suspension bridge stretches across the Rhumel River in Constantine and was once the highest in the world.

Flight transfer to Djanet

After dinner, fly to Djanet, an oasis town in the heart of the Sahara Desert in Southeast Algeria and gateway to the lunar-like landscapes of the Sahara.

Day 05
12 DEC 2024 (THU) DJANET

Djanet
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Tikoubaouin & Prehistoric Rock Art

Visit Djanet city, the vibrant local market and the museum for an introduction to the local Tuareg culture.

Embark on 4×4 cars to the Tasili N’Ajjer National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its prehistoric rock art and geological wonders. The Tassili N’Ajjer National Park is also the largest national park in Africa spanning 72,000 square km of the Sahara Desert.

Here, we visit Tikoubaouin with its fascinating rock formations, large rock arches and pre-historic wall paintings of hunting scenes. End the day with a private Tuareg dance and drum performance in the serenity and expanse of the vast desertscape.

Day 06
13 DEC 2024 (FRI) DJANET

Djanet
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Hiking at Issendilen Canyon

Discover the Issendilen canyon, a long and deep canyon in Tassili N’Ajjer National Park surrounded on two sides by rock towers. Here, we traverse the canyon’s rugged terrain via hiking to a small lake – guelta at the end of canyon (about 2 hours, round trip).

Erg Admer Sand Dunes and Tighargharet

Visit Erg Admer for its mesmerizing desertscape with vast sand dunes and Tighargharet for the famous 7,000 year ‘Crying Cow’ rock carving. Local myth holds that they were drawn by a cow-herd, who had traveled to this area in search of a spring only to find that it had run dry.

Day 07
14 DEC 2024 (SAT) DJANET / ALGIERS / GHARDAIA

Ghardaia
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Flight transfer to Algiers

Flight transfer back to Algiers for sightseeing before a flight to Ghardaia later in the day.

Palais des Rais (Bastion 23)

Visit the Palais des Rais Arts and Culture centre (Bastion 23) in Algiers, housed in a set of 3 palaces dating from the Ottoman era.

Flight transfer to Ghardaia

Transfer to the airport for a flight to Ghardaia.

Day 08
15 DEC 2024 (SUN) GHARDAIA

Ghardaia
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Ghardaia & M’Zab Valley

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage M’Zab Valley, a pentapolis of 5 fortified villages, with Ghardaia serving as the main urban centre. These cities are known for their well-preserved Berber architecture, traditional way of life and ancient irrigation systems. This morning, we visit the Melika village and the market of Ghardaia.

After lunch, stroll through narrow cobbled streets of two other villages. We visit the Mausoleum of Sidi Ibrahim in El Aatteuf and Beni Isghen (with the oldest medina in M’Zab) and its traditional auction market.

Day 09
16 DEC 2024 (SUN) GHARDAIA / ALGIERS

N.A.
Breakfast, Lunch included

Flight transfer to Algiers

We fly back to Algiers in the morning.

Basilica of Our Lady of Africa

Visit the Grand Poste Post office, famous for its Moorish arches and ornate mosaics and the Basilica of Our Lady of Africa overlooking the bay of Algiers – known for its distinctive white façade, elegant domes and panoramic views of the city and sea.

Transfer: To Airport

After lunch, we transfer to the Algiers airport for your flight home.

Intriq Journey's Curated Hotels

Tour Cost Per Person

Twin Share HKD 58,580
Single Supplement HKD 6,780

El Aurassi Hotel • Constantine Marriott Hotel • La Grotte des Ambassadeurs • Hotel M’Zab

ALGIERS

ALGIERS

El Aurassi Hotel

Overlooking the Bay of Algiers from its elevated position, El Aurassi Hotel is a spacious 5-star bayfront accommodation in the heart of Algiers. (Renovated: 2012; Rooms: 455)

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CONSTANTINE

CONSTANTINE

Constantine Marriott Hotel

The Constantine Marriot Hotel is a 5-star hotel decorated in an Arabic-Moorish style, nestled in the heart of the city, near Oued Rhumel River and Cirta Museum. (Renovated: 2018; Rooms: 180)

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DJANET

DJANET

La Grotte des Ambassadeurs

La Grotte des Ambassadeurs is a cosy traditional hotel located in the Ifri district in Djanet, and the best accommodation option in Djanet (Opened: 2018; Rooms: 32)

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GHARDAIA

GHARDAIA

Hotel M'Zab

M’Zab is a traditional hotel, newly renovated and restored in 2022. It is nestled on a promontory overlooking the M’Zab valley, offering a panoramic view of the M’Zab pentapolis (Renovated: 2022, Rooms: 150)

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DEPOSIT
HKD 11,716/- Per Person
EARLY BIRD PROMOTION
First two bookings with deposit (limit to two rooms) will get complimentary upgrade to an Executive Suite in the Constantine Marriott Hotel for 1 night

Registration Closing Date: 06 Sep 2024 or when tour is fully subscribed

COST INCLUDES:

  • Domestic Flights on Economy class as stated in the itinerary
  • Accommodation as stated on double occupancy basis, unless on single supplement, on bed & breakfast basis
  • All shared transportations and transfers as stated on an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Service of local English-speaking guide
  • All entrance fees of sites as stated
  • Lunches and dinners with 1 glass of beverage per person per meal
  • All tipping to local guides, porters and other local service staffs
  • Service of Intriq’s Tour Concierge throughout the trip

COST EXCLUDES:

  • International airfare and airport taxes
  • Visa and entry taxes (if required)
  • Airport transfer before or after stated travel dates
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses such as spa, laundry, telephone and bar bills

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