M’Zab Valley & Sahara Desert Tour
per person
11 Days ~ 10 Nights
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Accommodations Described in Tour PlanAirport Pick-up & Drop-offBreakfastsDomestic FlightsDriver & Private TransportationEnglish-Speaking Guide/ManagerEntrance Fees to SitesLetter of Invitation for Visa ApplicationSecurity Escort Where Needed (determined by Tour Manager)Water in VehicleNot Included
Algerian VisaAll Lunches and Dinners While in the North of AlgeriaAll Meals & Water While in the Southern Sahara RegionDinnersDrinksGratuitiesInternational FlightsLunchesPersonal Spending MoneyTravel Insurance
Tour Plan
1
Arrival - Algiers
Arrive in Algiers and transfer to your hotel for two nights.
If you have an earlier arrival, your guide will take you on an afternoon tour of the city, which may include site visits to the Place des Martyrs (17th century El Djedid Mosque), Bastion 23, and the Grande Poste. Accomodation options: 3, 4, 5-stars
2
Algiers - Tipaza - Cherchell - Algiers

Archeology museum with Roman mosaics and sculptures in Cherchell
3
Algiers - Ghardaia
Today you will take a flight to Ghardaia, which is located in the picturesuqe UNESCO World Heritage region of the M’Zab valley. You will transfer to your hotel and if time is available, explore the markets and architecture which is unique to this region. Accomodation: Traditional Guesthouse
4
Full Day in M'zab Valley - El Attefu - Bon Noura - Ghardaia
Today you will step back in time as you enjoy the local customs and culture while visiting the historic cities and sites in the M’Zab valley. Visit traditional markets, enjoy the lively atmosphere colors, and unique architecture. You will explore important religious monuments and mosques, while admiring this region’s natural beauty. Accomodation: Traditional Guesthouse
5
Drive to Timimoun

Tower in roundabout in Timimoun
6
Timimoun - Tindjillet - Timimoun
After breakfast, you will visit the beautiful palmary, the ‘red’ building architecture, dunes, the 9th century hillside Ksour, and the fascinating caves and village of Tindjillet. Accommodation: 4-star hotel
7
Timimoun - Beni Abbes - Taghit
Today you will begin the day with a trip to the Beni Abbes, a village found in the 11th century. Here you will also visit the Hermitage of Father Charles de Foucauld and surrounding dunes. Once you are ready continue on to the beautiful town of Taghit for the night. Accommodation: 4-star hotel
8
Taghit

Desert oasis of Taghit surrounded by sand dunes
9
Taghit - Bechar - Algiers
Today you will travel to Bechar for your departure flight to Algiers. If you have time before your flight your guide will take you to the market in Bechar. Accomodation options: 3, 4, 5-stars
10
Algiers
Today you will have a full day city tour with your guide. You may start the day off exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah and wind your way through the labyrinth of streets and alleys. Enjoy learning about its ancient past as you visit ancient mosques and museums. In the afternoon you will have time to visit the Bardo Museum or the Museum of Archaeology and Islamic Art. Accomodation options: 3, 4, 5-stars
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Departure from Algiers
Your guide will take you to the airport for your departure flight.
*Itinerary subject to modification according to local conditions.