Planned by an African tour operator with trusted local partners. Ten days from Algiers into the Sahara: the M’zab Valley, the dunes of Timimoun, the oasis of Beni Abbes and Taghit. Ancient ksour, desert landscapes and authentic Saharan culture. Tap Send request: no payment now, and we reply within one business day.

Day 1, Arrival: A ZayVoyage by SARI representative meets you at Algiers airport (Houari Boumediene), takes you to your hotel, helps you check in and talks you through your itinerary. Overnight: Ghardaia.

Day 2, Ghardaia: Discover the ksour of Ghardaia, Beni Isguen, Melika and El Atteuf, with local markets, traditional mosques and panoramic viewpoints. Overnight: Ghardaia.

Day 3, Ghardaia to El Goléa: Travel south through desert landscapes and palm groves to El Goléa. Overnight: El Goléa.

Day 4, El Goléa: Explore the historic ksar, the palm groves and the tomb of Charles de Foucauld. Overnight: El Goléa.

Day 5, El Goléa to Timimoun: Journey to the “Red Oasis” as the landscape turns to rolling dunes. Overnight: Timimoun.

Day 6, Timimoun: Discover the ksour, salt flats and towering dunes, and watch the sunset over the Grand Erg Occidental. Overnight: Timimoun.

Day 7, Timimoun to Beni Abbes: Travel to the “Pearl of the Saoura Valley” and explore its oasis, palm groves and dunes. Overnight: Beni Abbes.

Day 8, Beni Abbes to Taghit: Continue to Taghit, a village framed by golden dunes and rocky escarpments, and see its ancient rock carvings. Overnight: Taghit.

Day 9, Taghit to Bechar to Algiers: Transfer to Bechar for your flight to Algiers, then to your hotel for a relaxed evening. Overnight: Algiers.

Day 10, Algiers: Visit the Casbah (UNESCO World Heritage Site), colonial architecture and the Mediterranean waterfront before departure.

Included
Airport and ground transfers, accommodation, guided experiences, local flights where applicable, invitation letters for your visa, and support services.

Not included
International airfare, visa fees, travel insurance (strongly recommended), meals not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses (laundry, room service, minibar, shopping), optional tours and activities, tips for guides and drivers, early check in or late check out unless arranged in advance, and extra nights caused by flight or schedule changes.