11 days · from €1,450
Oasis Road Trip
Palm groves, red ksars and camel trekking through the golden dunes
Discover the enchanting world of Algeria's Saharan oases on this immersive 11-day road trip through some of the most spectacular desert landscapes in North Africa. This journey takes you deep into the heart of Algeria's oasis region, where ancient palm groves, traditional ksars, and Berber hospitality create an unforgettable travel experience.
From the UNESCO-listed M'Zab Valley in Ghardaïa to the red-earth architecture of Timimoun, the white oasis of Beni Abbès, and the golden dunes of Taghit, each destination reveals a unique chapter in the story of Saharan civilisation. Experience traditional irrigation systems that have sustained life for centuries, explore fortified villages that have stood the test of time, and witness sunsets over the Grand Erg Occidental that will take your breath away.
Day by day
01
Arrival in Algiers
- Arrival at Algiers International Airport
- Warm welcome, reception, and private transfer to the hotel
- Dinner and overnight in Algiers
02
Algiers City Discovery → Ghardaïa
- Guided city tour of Algiers, including the Casbah (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Martyrs' Monument
- Lunch break
- Transfer to the airport and domestic flight to Ghardaïa
- Arrival in Ghardaïa and transfer to the hotel
- Dinner and overnight
Located 600 km south of Algiers, the M'Zab Valley is a unique UNESCO-listed cultural landscape. Its five fortified ksour reflect a deeply rooted desert civilisation that has preserved its traditions, architecture, and social cohesion for centuries.
03
M'Zab Valley Exploration
- Visit of Ksar Tajnint (El Atteuf) and the Mausoleum of Cheikh Sidi Brahim
- Visit of Ksar Aït Bounour
- Lunch break
- Discovery of the traditional irrigation and water-sharing system
- Dinner and overnight in Ghardaïa
04
M'Zab Valley Immersion
- Visit of Ksar Taghardait and its artisanal market
- Lunch break
- Visit of the Artisanal Museum
- Guided visit of Ksar Aït Izjen (Beni Isguen), the spiritual heart of the valley
- Dinner and overnight
05
Ghardaïa → El Goléa
- Road journey toward El Goléa
- Visit of the Church of Saint Joseph
- Lunch in a traditional guest house
- Visit of the salt lake
- Dinner and overnight in El Goléa
El Goléa (also known as El Menéa) is a lush Saharan oasis famous for its palm groves, fruit trees, mineral water, and roses that bloom throughout the year.
06
El Goléa → Timimoun
- Visit of the old ksar of El Goléa (Taourirt)
- Lunch break
- Scenic drive toward Timimoun
- Dinner and overnight
Timimoun, the jewel of the Gourara region, lies between the Grand Erg Occidental and the Tadmaït Plateau, renowned for its red-earth architecture and palm-fringed oases.
07
Timimoun Oasis & Heritage
- Visit of Ksar Aghlad
- Discovery of the traditional Foggara irrigation system
- Lunch in the palm grove
- Visit of Ksar Ighzer
- Dinner and overnight in Timimoun
08
Timimoun → Beni Abbès → Taghit
- Road journey to Beni Abbès, the “White Oasis”
- Visit of the Church of Charles de Foucauld
- Lunch break
- Visit of the old ksar of Beni Abbès
- Continue by road to Taghit
- Dinner and overnight
Beni Abbès owes its name to the Beni Abbès tribe, one of the earliest communities to settle in the region, shaping its spiritual and cultural identity.
09
Taghit → Béchar → Algiers
- Visit of the old ksar of Taghit
- Lunch break
- Visit of the prehistoric rock carvings
- Sunset experience over the dunes of the Grand Erg Occidental
- Dinner in a local guest house
- Transfer to Béchar Airport
- Evening flight to Algiers
Taghit is a Saharan oasis nourished by the underground Oued Zousfana, where golden dunes meet ancient palm groves.
10
Algiers → Tipaza → Cherchell
- Road to Tipaza
- Guided visit of the Roman ruins of Tipaza and the Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania (Tombeau de la Chrétienne)
- Lunch break
- Visit of the Cherchell Museum
- Return to Algiers
- Overnight in Algiers
Tipaza, once known as Tipasa during Roman times, is celebrated for its archaeological heritage and Mediterranean coastal scenery.
11
Departure
- Transfer to Algiers International Airport
- Assistance with departure procedures
- End of the programme — wishing you a safe journey and hoping to welcome you again
Included
- Visa assistance and invitation letter
- Domestic flight tickets
- Airport–hotel transfers
- Transportation by bus and 4x4 vehicles
- Accommodation in double or twin rooms
- Dinners throughout the tour
- Lunches during the southern (Sahara) portion of the journey
- Entrance fees to cities and museums
- Professional accompaniment throughout the stay
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
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