Algiers, Tipaza, Cherchell & Timimoun

7 Days / 6 Nights

Discover Algeria through a unique journey combining the Mediterranean heritage of Algiers and Tipaza with the breathtaking landscapes and traditions of the Sahara.

🏛️ Day 1 – The Casbah & Downtown Algiers

Upon arrival at Algiers International Airport, you will be welcomed by the Timiventure Travel team and transferred to your hotel.

After check-in, meet your professional guide and begin exploring the historic and modern sides of Algeria’s capital.

📍 Tour highlights

• Guided walking tour of the UNESCO-listed Casbah of Algiers
• Traditional Ottoman houses and narrow streets
• Ketchaoua Mosque
• Martyrs’ Square
• Palace of the Raïs – Bastion 23
• Algiers waterfront
• The Great Post Office
• Didouche Mourad Avenue
• Downtown Algiers

🍽️ Lunch and dinner are not included.

🏨 Overnight in Algiers.

🌊 Day 2 – Tipaza & Cherchell

After breakfast, depart for a full-day excursion along Algeria’s beautiful Mediterranean coast.

🏺 Tipaza

Discover the impressive Roman archaeological site of Tipaza, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

📍 Visits include

• Roman archaeological park
• Ancient theatre
• Roman forum
• Basilica of Saint Salsa
• Ancient harbour remains
• Panoramic views of Mount Chenoua

🍽️ Lunch at a seaside restaurant is not included.

Continue to Cherchell, the former ancient capital of Mauretania Caesariensis.

🏛️ Cherchell

📍 Visits include

• Archaeological Museum
• Roman Theatre
• Ancient Forum
• Historic town centre
• Cherchell harbour

On the way back to Algiers, stop at the Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania, also known as the Tomb of the Christian Woman.

🚐 Return to Algiers.

🏨 Overnight in Algiers.

✈️ Day 3 – Flight to Timimoun, the Red Oasis

After breakfast, transfer to Algiers Airport for your domestic flight to Timimoun.

Upon arrival, meet the local Timiventure team and transfer to your accommodation.

🍽️ Full Board begins upon arrival in Timimoun and includes breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout your stay.

After lunch, begin your discovery of the magnificent Red Oasis.

📍 Afternoon highlights

• Timimoun Old Town and traditional ksar
• The palm grove
• Traditional foggara irrigation system
• Local architecture
• Sunset over the red dunes

🍽️ Dinner at the accommodation.

🏨 Overnight in Timimoun.

🚙 Day 4 – The Small Loop 4×4 Expedition

After breakfast, depart by 4×4 vehicle for a full-day adventure through the Gourara region.

📍 The journey includes

• Ighzer
• Tinjellet
• Kali
• Aghlad Ksar
• Beni Mehlal
• Tala
• Hiha Oasis
• Traditional villages and palm groves

🥗 Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by palm trees and Saharan landscapes.

In the late afternoon, return to Timimoun.

🍽️ Dinner at the accommodation.

🏨 Overnight in Timimoun.

🏜️ Day 5 – The Red Dunes of Gourara

After breakfast, depart on another exciting 4×4 expedition through the spectacular landscapes of the Gourara.

✨ Today’s experiences

• Giant red sand dunes
• Desert tracks
• Traditional Saharan villages
• Palm oases
• Panoramic viewpoints
• Traditional tea break in the desert
• Sunset over the dunes

🍽️ Lunch during the excursion.

🚙 Return to Timimoun.

🍽️ Dinner at the accommodation.

🏨 Overnight in Timimoun.

🌴 Day 6 – Saharan Culture & Traditions

After breakfast, enjoy a cultural journey through the heritage and traditions of Timimoun and the Gourara region.

📍 Visits and experiences

• Guentour Zaouia
• Traditional market
• Local handicraft workshops
• Discovery of regional architecture
• Encounters with local communities
• Free time for shopping and photography

In the evening, enjoy a memorable Saharan experience.

🌌 Dinner under the stars.

🎶 Traditional folklore evening with local music and cultural performances.

🏨 Overnight in Timimoun.

🛫 Day 7 – Return to Algiers

After breakfast, enjoy some free time depending on the flight schedule.

Transfer to Timimoun Airport.

✈️ Domestic flight from Timimoun to Algiers.

End of the tour and Timiventure Travel services.

✅ What’s Included

• 🤝 Personalized airport welcome and assistance
• 🚐 Airport and ground transfers
• 🏨 Six nights of accommodation
• ☕ Daily breakfast in Algiers
• 🍽️ Full Board exclusively during the stay in Timimoun
• 🗓️ Full Board from lunch on Day 3 until breakfast on Day 7
• 🧑‍🏫 Professional English-speaking guides
• 🚐 Private air-conditioned transportation
• 🏛️ Guided tour of the Casbah and downtown Algiers
• 🌊 Full-day excursion to Tipaza and Cherchell
• ✈️ Domestic flights between Algiers and Timimoun
• 🚙 4×4 excursions throughout the Gourara region
• 🥗 Saharan picnic lunch
• 🌌 Dinner under the stars
• 🎶 Traditional folklore evening
• 🤝 Local assistance throughout the circuit

❌ Not Included

• 🌍 International flights
• 🍽️ Lunches and dinners in Algiers
• 🥤 Drinks and beverages
• 🛡️ Travel insurance
• 💳 Personal expenses
• 🎟️ Optional activities not mentioned in the programme
• 💶 Tips and gratuities
• 🛂 Visa fees, unless otherwise specified

ℹ️ Important Information

The programme may be adjusted depending on domestic flight schedules, weather conditions, local regulations and operational requirements.

Any adjustments will be made while preserving the overall quality and spirit of the journey.