15 Days Family-Friendly Itinerary for Algeria

  • Day 1: Algiers
    15 minutes (6.1 km) from Houari Boumediene Airport

    Start your trip with a visit to Casbah of Algiers, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located at the city center. Take a stroll around the narrow streets surrounded by Ottoman buildings and enjoy the view from the top of the hill. End the day with a picnic at the lush Botanical Garden of Hamma.

  • Day 2: Blida
    30 minutes (24 km) from Algiers

    Take a day trip to the city of Blida, known for its beautiful parks and gardens. Start with The National Park of Chréa, located in the Djurdjura mountain range where you can go hiking or skiing in winter. Then visit The Garden of Saint Cyriaque, a romantic garden spread over 20 hectares with beautiful fountains and a lake.

  • Day 3: Medea
    1 hour 5 minutes (77 km) from Algiers

    Visit the city of Medea, located south of Algiers. Start with a visit to The Tassili N'Ajjer Park to see rock paintings and natural arches. Then visit The Medea Roman Theatre, one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the country. End the day with a stroll in The Ain Dhab Nature Reserve, a protected area with beautiful landscapes and multiple hiking trails.

  • Day 4: Tizi Ouzou
    1 hour 15 minutes (98 km) from Algiers

    Explore the city of Tizi Ouzou, located in the valley of Soummam. Start with a visit to The Tizi Ouzou Museum of Regional Studies, which explores the history and culture of the area. Then visit The Beni Yenni Village, a beautiful Berber village known for its traditional crafts and stunning views. End the day with a delicious meal at The Tizi Ouzou Kabyle Restaurant.

  • Day 5: Bejaia
    2 hours (165 km) from Algiers

    Take a day trip to Bejaia, located east of Algiers by the Mediterranean Sea. Start with a visit to The Gouraya National Park, which features beautiful beaches, forests, and mountains. Then explore the old city center of Bejaia and visit The Bejaia Kasbah Museum, which tells the story of the city's history. End the day with a seafood dinner and a night walk along the beach promenade.

  • Day 6: Djelfa
    3 hours (265 km) from Algiers

    Head south to the city of Djelfa, known for its painted rock art sites. Start with a visit to The Djelfa Megaliths Park, which features ancient tombs and monuments. Then visit The Ain Oussera Menhirs Park, which displays a collection of impressive Neolithic megaliths. End the day with a traditional dinner at The Bab El Oued Restaurant.

  • Day 7: Timimoun
    10 hours (1025 km) from Algiers

    Take a domestic flight from Algiers to Timimoun, a city located in the heart of the Sahara Desert. Start with a visit to The Timimoun Palm Grove, a stunning oasis town with palm trees and traditional mud-brick houses. Then explore the dunes and enjoy a camel ride at The Erg Z'har Dunes. End the day with a stargazing night sky experience at The Adrar Observatory.

  • Day 8: Tlemcen
    2 hours 30 minutes (252 km) from Oran Es Sénia Airport

    Take a domestic flight from Aguenar – Hadj Bey Akhamok Airport to Oran Es Sénia Airport and head to Tlemcen, located in the northwest of Algeria. Start with a visit to The Tlemcen National Park, which features beautiful landscapes, waterfalls, and trails. Then explore The Mansourah Mosque, a magnificent monument of Islamic architecture built in the 14th century. End the day with a dinner at The Adel Restaurant.

  • Day 9: Ghardaia
    10 hours (948 km) from Tizi Ouzou

    Take a domestic flight from Oran Es Sénia Airport to Ghradaia, a city located in the M’Zab valley. Start with a visit to The Beni Isguen Medina, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a well-preserved example of Islamic urban planning. Then explore the old city of Ghardaia and visit The Ghardaia Museum of Local Art and Traditions, which displays traditional crafts and practices of the area. End the day with a sunset view at The El-Atteuf Dunes.

  • Day 10: Constantine
    5 hours (460 km) from Ghardaia

    Take a domestic flight to Constantine, a city located in the northeast of Algeria. Start with a visit to The Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, which features beautiful landscapes and archaeological sites. Then explore The Constantine Old City and visit The Emir Abdelkader Mosque, a beautiful Ottoman-era mosque. End the day with an authentic meal at The Chez Rahim Restaurant.

  • Day 11: Batna
    4 hours (360 km) from Constantine

    Travel to Batna, a city located in the northeast of Algeria. Start with a visit to The Timgad Roman Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the desert of the Aurès. Then visit The Batna Museum of Antiquities, which displays a collection of Roman artifacts found in the area. End the day with a walk at The Fossil Forest of Guelma to see petrified wood.

  • Day 12: Bouira
    2 hours (160 km) from Batna

    Take a day trip to Bouira, a beautiful city located in the Kabylia region. Start with a visit to The Beni Rached Dam, which features beautiful landscapes and an artificial lake. Then visit The Sour El-Ghozlane Cave, a beautiful natural cave with beautiful formations. End the day with a stroll in The Aqvayli Ait Irathen Park, a beautiful park with stunning views of the area.

  • Day 13: Annaba
    5 hours (470 km) from Bouira

    Travel to Annaba, a city located in the northeast of Algeria by the Mediterranean Sea. Start with a visit to The El Kala National Park, which features beautiful beaches, forests, and wetlands. Then explore The Annaba Old Town and visit The Basilica of St Augustine, a beautiful basilica built in the 19th century. End the day with a seafood dinner at The Le Petit Rocher Restaurant.

  • Day 14: Algiers
    40 minutes (18 km) from Houari Boumediene Airport

    Return to Algiers and spend the last day exploring the city at your leisure. You can visit The Notre Dame d'Afrique Cathedral, a beautiful neo-Byzantine church located on a hill overlooking the sea. Then visit The Martyrs' Memorial, a monument built in honor of the Algerian independence war. End the day with a souvenir shopping at The Bab El Oued Market.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Casbah of Algiers (2 hours, free)
  • Botanical Garden of Hamma (1 hour, free)
  • The National Park of Chréa (4 hours, 500 DZD)
  • The Garden of Saint Cyriaque (1.5 hours, 200 DZD)
  • The Tassili N'Ajjer Park (6 hours, 1000 DZD)
  • The Medea Roman Theatre (2 hours, 300 DZD)
  • The Ain Dhab Nature Reserve (3 hours, free)
  • The Tizi Ouzou Museum of Regional Studies (2 hours, 400 DZD)
  • The Beni Yenni Village (4 hours, free)
  • The Tizi Ouzou Kabyle Restaurant (1.5 hours, 1500 DZD)
  • The Gouraya National Park (4 hours, 600 DZD)
  • The Bejaia Kasbah Museum (2 hours, 200 DZD)
  • The Adel Restaurant (2 hours, 2000 DZD)
  • The Djelfa Megaliths Park (3 hours, 500 DZD)
  • The Ain Oussera Menhirs Park (2 hours, free)
  • The Bab El Oued Restaurant (1.5 hours, 700 DZD)
  • The Timimoun Palm Grove (2 hours, free)
  • The Erg Z'har Dunes (3 hours, 1000 DZD)
  • The Adrar Observatory (2 hours, 500 DZD)
  • The Tlemcen National Park (3 hours, 600 DZD)
  • The Mansourah Mosque (2 hours, free)
  • The El-Atteuf Dunes (1.5 hours, free)
  • The Beni Isguen Medina (3 hours, free)
  • The Ghardaia Museum of Local Art and Traditions (2 hours, 300 DZD)
  • The Emir Abdelkader Mosque (1.5 hours, free)
  • The Chez Rahim Restaurant (2 hours, 2000 DZD)
  • The Timgad Roman Ruins (4 hours, 1000 DZD)
  • The Batna Museum of Antiquities (1.5 hours, 200 DZD)
  • The Fossil Forest of Guelma (2 hours, free)
  • The Beni Rached Dam (2 hours, free)
  • The Sour El-Ghozlane Cave (1.5 hours, free)
  • The Aqvayli Ait Irathen Park (1 hour, free)
  • The El Kala National Park (5 hours, 800 DZD)
  • The Basilica of St Augustine (2 hours, free)
  • The Le Petit Rocher Restaurant (2 hours, 1500 DZD)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 21,600 DZD

Transportation

Domestic flights are highly recommended for long-distance travel in Algeria. Air Algérie is the main domestic airline with cheap and frequent flights to major cities in the country. Car rental is another option, which is available at major airports and cities. However, highways can be congested and difficult to navigate, especially in urban areas. The estimated cost of domestic flights is 20,000 DZD per person, while the estimated cost of car rental is 5,000 D

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