8 days tour

Algeriaโ€™S Roman Heritage

Algeriaโ€™S Roman Heritage

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Accommodation in standard hotels

Guide

โ–บ English speaking tour leader from Penguin (at minimum 8 participants) and English speaking local guide

Transport

Ground transportation and airport transfers

Others

โ–บ Visa invitation

Meals

Meals according to the itinerary

Not included:

Flights

International Flights

Others

Meals not mentioned in the program, personal expenses, tips

Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Algeriaโ€™S Roman Heritage

  • Day 1 Arrive Algiers
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrive Algiers

      Arrival in Algiers. Reception at Algiers international airport and transfer to the hotel. - Panoramic tour of Algiers (depending on the time of arrival). Dinner at the restaurant. Night in Algiers.

  • Day 2 Algiers - Tipaza - Algiers
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Algiers - Tipaza - Algiers

      Departure towards Tipaza. Visit the site of Mauritania "Tomb of the Christian". Continue to Cherchell or Caesarea during the reign of Juba II. Visit the Archaeological Museum and the Mosaic Park. Lunch. Visit of Tipaza, Roman site, which in the first century BC became a city of art and the centre of Greco-Roman civilization in North Africa. Visit the archaeological museum. Dinner and overnight in Algiers.

  • Day 3 Algiers - Setif (Setifis)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Algiers - Setif (Setifis)

      Departure to Setif to reach the Roman site of Djemila, meaning "the beautiful one" in Arabic. Visit the archaeological site that was founded during the reign of Emperor Nerva (96-98). Its sublime Roman ruins are in an excellent state of conservation and were declared a Unesco World Heritage Site in 1981. Djรฉmila or "Cuicul" which was built on uneven ground is one of the most important Roman cities of the late 2nd century. Lunch. Panoramic tour of Setif. Check - in at the hotel and free time. Dinner and overnight in Setif.

  • Day 4 Setif - Batna
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Setif - Batna

      Departure for the city of Batna. After lunch visit Timgad or "Thamugadi" - one of the most famous Roman cities in North Africa. Visit of the Pompeii of North Africa and its museum. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The history of the Roman colony of Timgad dates back to the year 100 A.D. It was founded by Emperor Trajan. Dinner and overnight in Batna.

  • Day 5 Souk Ahras (Thagaste) - Guelma (Galama)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Souk Ahras (Thagaste) - Guelma (Galama)

      Visit of Souk Ahras, the birthplace of Saint Augustine (Aurelius Augustinus) born on November 13, 354. Visit of the olive tree of Saint Augustine and Madaure, Numidian city which was under Roman occupation from the 1st century AD. Madaure was famous and known for its schools. Saint-Augustin studied there. The ancient remains extend over an area of 30 hectares with a Roman forum, basilicas, oil mills, theater to be seen on site. Visit of Khamissa - Thubarsicu Numidarum - a Roman colony under the reign of Emperor Trajan in the 2nd century AD. Important Bishops are mentioned to have been there between 354 and 411 such as Fortinius, Maurentius and Jamarius. Departure to Guelma. Dinner and overnight at GUELMA.

  • Day 6 Guelma (Galama) - Constantine
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Guelma (Galama) - Constantine

      Guelma became a Roman city at the end of the 3rd century AD. Visit its archaeological museum and the Roman theater with its 4,500 seats. This Numidian city shelters the statue of Saint Augustine in its museum. The citiy had several bishops including Donatius, Megalius and Possidus. Dinner and overnight in Constantine.

  • Day 7 Constantine - Annaba (Hippo Regius) - Algiers
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Constantine - Annaba (Hippo Regius) - Algiers

      Visit the old city of Constantine and its suspension bridges. Visit the Cirta Museum and the Great Mosque. We continue to Annaba where we visit the museum and the "Basilica of Hippo" dedicated to St. Augustine. Saint Augustin,bishop of Hippo (354-430 after J-C), is one of the four Fathers of the Latin Church. From the forecourt, the view extends over the Annaba golf course. Visit the Roman archaeological site of Hippo at the foot of the basilica. Walk on the main Boulevard du Front de mer. Lunch. In the early evening, transfer to Annaba airport and flight to Algiers (approx. 1 hour flight). Dinner and overnight in Algiers.

  • Day 8 Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Departure

      Visit of the Kasbah of Algiers. The Casbah is the heart of the city and remains an architectural reference with its narrow streets and its Moorish art treasures. The Kasbah of Algiers is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit of the Basilica of Our Lady of Africa, established on a promontory overlooking the district of Bab El Oued and the Bay of Algiers, the basilica was built from 1858 to 1872. Lunch. Visit of the Palais des Raรฏs (Bastion 23) is one of the most important historical monuments of the city of Algiers and represents one of the last witnesses who physically attest to the extension of the Medina of El Djazaรฏr (Kasbah) to the sea in the Ottoman era (16th / 19th century). Transfer to the airport and departure.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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