Algiers
is fabulous architecture
Welcome to Algiers
Algiers (Al-Jazaïr) never fails to make an impression. This is a city of rare beauty and of thrilling, disorientating and sometimes brutal contrast. The country's turbulent history is writ large in the city's richly textured architecture: wide French-built boulevards and elegant apartments and villas, Socialist-era monuments and public buildings, and an enduring Islamic heart secreted in the steep, hillside Casbah. Labyrinthine streets spill down to the yawning big blue of the Bay of Algiers, sea and sky and green ravines glimpsed at every step. Though people often spend just enough time in Algiers to organise an onward journey, it’s a fascinating place well worth at least a couple of days’ exploration.
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Best of Algiers Tour
Enjoy a complementary hotel pick up within Algiers downtown , we'll first start our visit in the upper part of Casbah in which we will stroll down the narrowed streets and visit the centenary house designed in the early 20th centurywhich offers an amazing rooftop view on the bay of Algiers walk down the streets that are filled with history , pass by some craftsmen shops and visit of the palace of khedaouj el amia and the palace of Mustapha Pasha two of the few palaces of the Ottoman era which conceals the Casbah today and which shelter respectively the Museum of Arts and Popular Traditions and the Museum of Calligraphy and the miniature, pass by the Ketchaoua mosque and carry on to The Palais des Rais, also known as Bastion 23, is a classified historical monument, It is notable for its architecture and for being the last surviving quarter of the lower Casbah , afterwards we'll go uphill to the basilica of Notre Dame d'Afrique (lady of Africa) , is a Roman Catholic basilica that was inaugurated in 1872 we usually cater traditional lunch upon request as an extra charge afterwards we'll visit the Hamma botanical garden and its different sections from French to English styles & end up the tour by visiting the symbolic Martyr's monumen and its museum , an iconic concrete monument commemorating the Algerian war for independence. The monument was opened in 1982 on the 20th anniversary of Algeria's independence. It is fashioned in the shape of three standing palm leaves which shelter the "Eternal Flame" beneath hotel pick up 8:30 - 9 am hotel drop off : 5 - 5:30 pm included : hotel transfers admission tickets English guide Excluded : Lunch & drinks Gratuities ( optional
2 Full days M'zab Valley Tour
Day 1 : fly from Algiers to Ghardaia ( early flight only available on Tuesdays , take off 7:45 am ) Go to the discovery of the Mzab Valley to see the ancient village Elatteuf, recognized by the mausoleum Ammi Said, after passing the village where The French architect Le Corbusier was inspired by the architecture of the mausoleum, its columns, its arches,. afterwards head to the market place of Ghardaia ; where you can find craft shops (Ali baba caves). The vegetable and fruit market offers a variety of incomparable local harvest. Lunch is served in the cottage or elsewhere depending on the conditions. In the afternoon, go to the village of Benizguen, and through the market place where the auction rolled out, up the village through the alleys to the watchtower, the summit a panorama of the valley Mzab is offered to us. Dinner & overnight. Day 2 : Go to the village of Ghardaïa, through the narrow streets to discover the daily life of the Ibadites. End of visit is on the market place for souvenirs. After lunch, go to the palm grove of Ghardaia with the local guide, in order to see the water catchment system, the underground canals under the guide's explanations. Dinner & overnight. Day 3 : early morning flight back to Algiers NB : if you fly to Ghardaia from Algiers on other days except Tuesday , it will probably be 6:30 pm , which means you'll be spending one night extra in Ghardaia , which also might apply for extra charge
Tipaza Roman Ruins Tour
Enjoy a trip to Roman ruins in Algeria , roughly around 1 hour drive from Algiers our stop will be Cherchell ( extra option ) , Phoenicians from Carthage founded a town at Cherchell around 400 BC, in an area on the northern Maghreb littoral 100 km west of Algiers. Established as a trading station Cherchell became a part of the kingdom of Numidia under Jugurtha, who died in 104 BC. It served as a key city for the polity's Berber monarchy and generals. Afterwards we'll be headed to Tipaza port , first for grilled fresh fish , lunch is included in your tour package When it was part of the Roman Empire, it was called Tipasa. The modern town was founded in 1857, and is chiefly remarkable for its ancient ruins and sandy littoral. as the city was then called, was an old Punic trading-post conquered by Ancient Rome. It was subsequently turned into a military colony by the emperor Claudius for the conquest of the kingdoms of Mauretania. Once done with the visit , we'll drive back to Algiers and drop off at hotel
Private Round-Trip Transfer: Algiers Airport to Hotel
The moment you reach Algiers and you get our the arrival hall , you'll be greeted by your driver holding your name plate your driver will transfer you to your hotel in Algiers , this is a private transfer , so you can also share this ride with people that have booked with you only . if necessary , to save time , we can also pre-arrange for you a local sim card with data & help you with foreign currency exchange , just send us a note along with your booking , so we'll get you everything ready upon your arrival ( very efficient & time saving ) Thanks to some flight tracking websites , we actually get notified if you have departed on time or not , but still the driver will be at the airport waiting for you at least 1 hour or so prior to your arrival time . Our philosophy : we would rather be ahead in time than late :) on the last day of your trip ,we'll also arrange the transfer from your hotel in Algiers to Algiers Airport . pick up time will be discussed according to your flight time , usually you'd rather want to be at the airport at least 2-3 hours prior to your international flight
3 days Trip to Constantine &Timgad & Djemila
You'll be picked up from your hotel in Algiers and transferred to Algiers airport , you'll fly one hour to reach Constantine , once you reach there your driver will pick you up and go to your hotel to drop luggage and then begin the following trip schedule Day 1 : Day trip to Djemila Roman ruins , it's about 2 hours drive from Constantine , ( LUNCH included ) Djémila Known under its antique name Cuicul, is an establishment of an ancient Roman colony founded during the reign of Nerva (96 - 98 A.D.). The Roman town occupied a singular defensive position. Cuicul is one of the flowers of Roman architecture in North Africa. Remarkably adapted to the constraints of the mountainous site, on a rocky spur which spreads at an altitude of 900 m, between the wadi Guergour and the wadi Betame, two mountain torrents, the town has its own Senate and Forum. Around the beginning of the 3rd century, it expanded beyond its ramparts with the creation of the Septimius Severus Temple, the Arch of Caracalla, the market and the civil basilica. The site has also been marked by Christianity in the form of several cult buildings: a cathedral, a church and its baptistry are considered among the biggest of the Paleochristian period. The site of Djémila comprises an impressive collection of mosaic pavings, illustrating mythological tales and scenes of daily life. Day 2 : Day trip to Timgad Roman ruins from Constantine , 2hours and half drive ( Lunch included ) 110 km to the south of Constantine, is a consummate example of a Roman military colony created ex nihilo. The Colonia Marciana Traiana Thamugadi was founded in 100 A.D. by Trajan, probably as an encampment for the 3rd Augustan Legion which, thereafter, was quartered at Lambaesis. Its plan, laid out with great precision, illustrates Roman urban planning at its height. By the middle of the 2nd century, the rapid growth of the city had ruptured the narrow confines of its original foundation. Timgad spread beyond the perimeters of its ramparts and several major public buildings are built in the new quarters: Capitolium, temples, markets and baths. Most of these buildings date from the Severan period when the city enjoyed its Golden Age, also attested by immense private residences. Day 3 : Constantine city tour ( Lunch included ) a city tour to constantine will include a visit to the bridges , emir abdelkader mosque , the dey palace , the monuments of the deads... then catch late evening flight back to Algiers , once you arrive Algiers you'll be transferred to your hotel
Best of Algeria Roman Ruins Tour
Day 1 : visit the highlights of Algiers ; Casbah , Bastion 23, Basilica Notre dame of Africa , Martyr's monument & Hamma botanical garden Day 2 : visit Cherchell & Tipaza Roman ruins , about 1 hour drive from Algiers , fresh grilled fish for lunch Day 3 : early departure to Timgad , lunch BQQ on the way to the Ruins , visit the Roman ruins of Timgad & overnight in Constantine Day 4 : Constantine city tour, visit the highlights of the city : the bridges , Emir Abdelkader mosque , Dey Palace , Tiddis ... Day 5 : early departure to Djemila , visit the Roman ruins , on our way back to Algiers