11 days
Oasis Road Trip
Palm groves, red ksars and camel trekking through the golden dunes
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Mzab & Djanet Trip
Roman shores at Tipaza, the ksars of the M'Zab, and the Tassili plateau
Step into a journey where ancient civilizations, desert wisdom, and raw Saharan beauty intertwine. From the Roman shores of Tipaza to the UNESCO-listed ksars of the Mzab Valley, and deep into the mythical landscapes of Tassili n'Ajjer, this experience is designed for travellers seeking authentic culture and true adventure.
Guided by local experts and Tuareg nomads, you will cross canyons, dunes, plateaus, and forgotten valleys, discovering prehistoric rock art, ingenious irrigation systems, and the living heritage of the Sahara.
Day by day
01
Arrival in Algiers
- Arrival at Algiers Airport, where you are welcomed and transferred to your hotel
- Time to rest after your journey
- Overnight in Algiers (Hotel Best Night 2 or equivalent)
02
Tipaza & Flight to Ghardaïa
- Travel west along the Mediterranean coast to Tipaza, one of Algeria's most remarkable Roman sites
- Visit the ancient ruins of Tipasa and the Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania (Tombeau de la Chrétienne)
- Lunch break (extra)
- Continue to Cherchell Museum, home to impressive Roman artifacts
- In the late afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight to Ghardaïa
- Arrival in the evening and transfer to a local guest house
- Dinner and overnight
Tipaza is a place where Roman history meets sea and sky — a timeless dialogue between civilisation and nature.
03
Ghardaïa & The Mzab Valley
- Begin your discovery of the Mzab Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit Ksar Tajnint (El Atteuf)
- Visit the Mausoleum of Cheikh Ami Brahim
- Explore the artisanal market of Taghardait
- Lunch break (extra)
- Visit Ksar At Izjan (Beni Isguen)
- Dinner and overnight in Ghardaïa
The five ksour of the Mzab Valley represent an exceptional example of human adaptation to desert life, preserving social harmony and architectural genius for centuries.
04
Mzab Valley Traditions
- Continue exploring the valley's unique urban and social heritage
- Visit Ksar At Bounoura
- Visit Ksar Tafilalet, a modern ksar inspired by ancestral principles
- Lunch break (extra)
- Discover the traditional irrigation and water-sharing system, a masterpiece of sustainability
- Dinner and overnight
05
Algiers & Night Flight to Djanet
- Morning flight to Algiers
- City tour including historical districts and viewpoints
- Lunch break (extra)
- Visit the Casbah of Algiers, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and living testimony of Ottoman history
- Dinner
- Late evening flight to Djanet
- Arrival at Tiska Airport in the early hours of the morning, where your Tuareg team welcomes you
- Departure by 4x4 vehicles to Tin Amali for your first Saharan bivouac
Tassili n'Ajjer Desert Adventure — Days 6–10
06
Tadrart Massif
- After breakfast, set off toward the Tadrart Massif
- Explore the El Berdj region, a labyrinth of wide canyons bordered by towering sandstone cliffs
- Discover your first prehistoric cave paintings and engravings, silent witnesses of a green Sahara long gone
- Dinner and overnight in bivouac
07
Heart of the Tadrart
- Travel deeper into the Tadrart Tassili, crossing volcanic landscapes and eroded rock formations
- Admire ancient engravings of giraffes and elephants, symbols of a fertile prehistoric past
- In the afternoon, reach the spectacular Moul n'Aga dune, a monumental natural amphitheatre of sand
- Gueltas, arches, dry lakes, and sculpted peaks reveal the immense beauty of southern Algeria
- Dinner and overnight in bivouac
08
Tin Merzouga
- Cross varied terrains where sandstone giants rise from the desert floor
- Visit the legendary Cathedral of Tamezguida, a natural stone arch revered by the Tuareg
- Continue through wadis lined with dunes toward Tin Merzouga, one of the highest dunes in southeast Algeria
- Climb its summit for a breathtaking 360° panorama of red and orange dunes stretching endlessly
- Dinner and overnight in bivouac
09
Tin Abadène Canyon
- Journey across a vast plateau crowned by jagged peaks forming a dramatic natural cirque
- In the afternoon, explore Tin Abadène Canyon, where narrow passages and filtered sunlight reveal intense shades of red and ochre
- Camp setup at sunset
- Dinner and overnight in bivouac
10
Tegharghart & Djanet
- Visit the legendary Tegharghart site to admire the iconic engraving of the “Weeping Cow”, dating back over 7,000 years — a masterpiece of Neolithic art
- Return to Djanet, the cultural heart of the Tuareg people
- Visit the old town and local market, rich with handicrafts, jewelry, and vibrant fabrics
- Possibility of a shower before departure
- In the evening, return to Tin Amali for your final desert night
- Dinner and overnight in bivouac
11
Departure
- Early morning transfer to Djanet Airport
- Flight to Algiers at 08:45
- Arrival in Algiers and end of services, carrying unforgettable memories of the Sahara
Included
- Accommodation in double rooms (Algiers & Ghardaïa)
- Desert bivouac in Djanet
- Half-board catering in the north
- Full-board catering in Djanet
- Transportation throughout the journey
- Airport and hotel transfers
- 4×4 desert excursions
- Domestic flight tickets
- Access to cities and museums
Not included
- International flights to and from Algeria
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and tips
- Optional desert activities (camel ride, quad, buggy)
- Lunches during the northern part of the itinerary
