Visit Algeria and discover a myriad of beautiful surprises. Roam through Roman ruins, navigate the Sahara Desert and explore invigorating cities, like Algiers, on one of our small group tours to Algeria.
Algeria is jam-packed with adventure, from its impressive ancient sites to the Sahara Desert’s undulating landscapes. Africa’s largest country may have been out of the tourist spotlight for many years, but now the travel tides are beginning to change – and joining an Algeria group tour is the best way to explore this enthralling country.
Besides, you really wouldn’t want to miss out. Our Algeria desert tour spends a couple of days in the stunning M’Zab Valley; this striking area is rich with history, distinctive architecture and date palm groves. Or discover Roman relics in ancient cities like Timgad and Djemila, whose centuries-old stories are hidden in the details with mosaic-clad walls and well-preserved grid towns.
Along Algeria's northern coastline lies Algiers; visit the Church of Notre Dame d’Afrique and Ottoman-era mosques, palaces and houses, and simply explore by foot to tick-off some of Algeria's best landmarks and attractions.
Our small group tours to Algeria cover all the best places to visit, as well as lesser-known spots and authentic experiences, all with the help of your expert tour leader. Discover the best of Ancient Algeria, delve into the deserts of Algeria, or embrace the best of both worlds on our Ancient Algeria and the Sahara Desert tour.
Algerians, still unaffected by medium and large-scale tourism, are genuinely welcoming. The safest way to visit Algeria is part of a small group tour - by joining one of our Algeria holidays, you'll follow a carefully planned itinerary with an expert tour leader and like-minded travellers. As for Algeria tourist visas, you should check your government's travel advisory; relevant government website links for UK, US, Canadian, Australian and New Zealand citizens are available on our Travel Safety page.
Algeria travel tips:
Entry requirements: Paper or embassy visa required; see more here Capital city: Algiers Currency: Algerian Dinar. We recommend you take spending money in Euros or GBP cash, and try to avoid using ATMs where you can Languages: Arabic, Berber Religion: Islam Population: 46 million (Algiers: 3 million)
Stretching from coast to vast desert, Algeria is a huge country, so choosing the best time to visit depends on where you want to go! Algeria's climate varies across its regions, but generally, the ideal time is during the spring and autumn months when temperatures are milder. Southern Algeria The best time to join a Sahara desert tour is between April and May or October and November, as you'll avoid the swelteringly hot temperatures. The south of Algeria is home to most of the Sahara Desert which is characterised by extreme heat during the day and cooler nights, with very little rainfall. Northern Algeria
The coastal areas experience a Mediterranean climate with mild, rainy winters and hot, sunny summers; if you're looking at Algiers tours, then May and June are ideal times to visit. Inland, the northern hills and mountains have a more moderate climate with some rainfall and overall cooler temperatures.
To make the most of your time away, aim to spend at least one week in Algeria - especially if you want to visit the Sahara Desert! You will likely arrive at International Algiers Airport (aka Houari Boumedienne Airport), and to complete your safe travel to Algeria, your Explore tour leader will be waiting for you at the arrivals hall. Our tours to Algeria range from 9 to 16 days - spending one to two weeks in Algeria ensures you see the must-sees and lesser-known sites, while factoring in travel days and down time.
It's understandable to wonder whether it's safe to visit this North African destination. On our small group tours to Algeria, you'll follow a well-planned itinerary, stay at comfortable accommodation and be guided by a range of expert tour leaders, local guides and drivers taking you safely from A to B. That means you can focus on what's important - experiencing the best that Algeria has to offer!
Our main Algeria travel safety advice is to check your government travel advice websites, and it's widely recommended that for tourists safety, you should stay in major cities and tourist areas, avoiding remote regions. In fact, travelling as part of a small group tour is one of the safest ways to visit Algeria, and you can rest assured we’re doing everything possible to keep you safe.
Algeria has the largest swathe of the Sahara Desert within its borders. It also has the intoxicating capital of Algiers – a city many travellers consider to be the most beautiful in the Mediterranean, while its coastline is renowned for its beautiful light and wild beaches.
Visit Algeria and you'll be wowed by its relics and great buildings from the Phoenician, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and French colonial periods, plus a fascinating Berber culture that produces mesmerising textiles and ornate silversmithing.
From big wows to hidden gems, our tours leave you feeling that you've really explored.
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