Antiquities of Roman Algeria
Amongst the most impressive ancient Roman remains in the world
Duration: 11 Days
Key Features: Tipasa , Djemila, Timgad, Tiddis & Guelma
Accommodation: Hotels
Your 11-Day Roman Algeria Tour at a Glance
Follow in the footsteps of the Roman Empire on this carefully planned 11-day journey through Algeria. From the magnificent Roman cities of Tipasa, Timgad and Djemila to the spectacular Aures Mountains and Constantine, each day combines outstanding archaeology, dramatic scenery and expert local guiding.
Arrive in Algiers, transfer to your city-centre hotel and, subject to arrival time, enjoy an orientation walk through central Algiers.
Travel west from Algiers to the Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania before continuing to Cherchell, the ancient Roman city of Caesarea.
Explore the historic Casbah, Dar Essoltane, the Bardo Museum and the Museum of Antiquities and Islamic Arts.
Visit the ancient city of Hippo Regius, associated with St Augustine and shaped by Phoenician, Berber, Roman and Vandal history.
Discover Thagaste, the birthplace of St Augustine, before continuing to Roman Madauros and the historic city of Tebessa.
Spend the day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Timgad, the Roman legionary town of Lambaesis and the Numidian royal tomb of Medracen.
Journey through the breathtaking scenery of the Aures Mountains towards Biskra, widely known as the gateway to the Sahara.
Visit the ancient mausoleum of Medracen and the remarkable hillside Roman settlement of Tiddis, with sweeping views across the surrounding landscape.
Explore Constantine, formerly Cirta, a dramatic cliff-top city famous for its deep gorge and historic bridges.
Discover the ancient Roman city of Cuicul, including its forum, temples, basilicas, triumphal arches and outstanding mosaic museum.
Visit the Martyrs’ Memorial, the Museum of the Liberation and the Museum of Fine Arts before your departure arrangements.
Depsit Payment:
Once you obtain your visa, a 10% deposit payment will be due, payable in GBP via Bank transfer to a UK Bank (details will be sent to you).
Balancing Payment
-The balance: payable in cash (EU/GBP/USD) on arrival if you wish,
or
-Via Bank transfer, (two weeks prior to arrival) whatever is suitable for You.
Refunds:
The deposit is fully refundable up to day of travel.
Our Unique Antiquities of Roman Algeria Tour
Our 11-day Roman Algeria Tour has been carefully designed for travellers with a passion for history, archaeology and culture. Accompanied by experienced English-speaking guides and knowledgeable local experts, you’ll discover the story of Roman North Africa through magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Sites, ancient cities and dramatic landscapes that once marked the southern frontier of the Roman Empire.
The journey includes visits to the extraordinary Roman cities of Timgad, Djemila and Tipasa, together with the mountain settlement of Tiddis, the ancient city of Hippo Regius in Annaba, and Guelma, each revealing a different chapter in Algeria’s remarkable Roman past. Along the way you’ll also experience the spectacular scenery of the Aures Mountains, Constantine’s famous bridges and the gateway to the Sahara at Biskra.
Whether you are an archaeology enthusiast, photographer, historian or simply looking to discover a destination few travellers have experienced, this tour offers an unforgettable opportunity to explore one of North Africa’s greatest historical treasures. With carefully planned itineraries, quality accommodation, private transport, visa support and over 30 years’ experience organising tours throughout Algeria, Adventure Algeria provides a unique insight into a country whose remarkable Roman heritage is only just beginning to be rediscovered.
Testimonials
Some kind words
I am deeply indebted to my friend Ahcicene Segouini, who hasn’t only taken exemplary care of my tour groups through his company but also, at his expense, facilitated this journey. I was driven skilfully and with good humor over a very large distances by Mustapha Gueraini and was accompanied for the much of the time by Abdelkader Bensalah, who I have also long counted as a friend and whose acquaintance with antiquities staff through the country greatly facilitated my task.
Dr Philip Kenrick is an archaeologist who has been a frequent visitor to Algeria with Adventure Algeria team. Philip has recently published a new book Classical Antiquities of Algeria: a Selective Guide. Philip’s view on Algeria is a beautiful landscape with rich heritage but is yet to be discovered by mass tourism:
“The Roman sites rank among the most impressive anywhere in the Mediterranean and represent an important aspect of the nation’s past”.
Antiquities of Roman Algeria
The tour ventures across Algeria’s most impressive landscape, discovering the Aures mountains of Batna, high plateaus of Setif through the canyon of El Abiod to Biskra, gateway to the desert.
Highlights includes
- Tebessa: Arch of Caracalla, Byzantine walls and French market
- The Roman antiquities of Tipasa , Djemila, Timgad, Tiddis Guelma
- Neo-Byzantine cathedral of Notre Dame D'Afrique
- Hippo Regius (also known as Hippone)
- Breathtaking scenery of Aures mountains
- Constantine and her seven beautiful bridges
