{"id":56988,"date":"2026-02-17T19:16:31","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T17:16:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/?p=56988"},"modified":"2026-04-14T05:51:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T03:51:58","slug":"algeria-itinerary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/algeria-itinerary\/","title":{"rendered":"Algeria Itinerary, North + South in 2 weeks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Algeria-itinerary-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Algeria-itinerary-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Algeria-itinerary-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Algeria itinerary\" class=\"wp-image-56991\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group atc-info-box is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center m-0 has-white-color has-atc-primary-green-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Wanna travel to Algeria with Against the Compass?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns px-5 mb-0 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-normal-font-size\">Join a group of like-minded travelers in our next scheduled tour in Algeria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-atc-primary-green-color has-text-color has-link-color has-normal-font-size wp-elements-b1db5072681121ab309e4a34e3e5eb26\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>December 11th to 18th, 2026<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-atc-primary-green-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/tours\/south-algeria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The largest country in Africa is also one of the most diverse, from the sophisticated French Quarter of Algiers to the heartland of the Tuareg in Tamanrasset and Djanet, passing through the homeland of the Mozabites in the area around Gharda\u00efa.\u2028<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is almost the exact itinerary for Algeria I followed during my first visit to the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eaeaea\">By the way, for general tips on Algeria, including visas, getting there, money, etc., check our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-algeria\/\">travel guide to Algeria<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/PIN1-Things-to-do-in-Algeria-683x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/PIN1-Things-to-do-in-Algeria-683x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/PIN1-Things-to-do-in-Algeria-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in Algeria\" class=\"wp-image-57046\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.6669947057482097;width:420px;height:auto\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"in-this-travel-itinerary-for-algeria-you-will-find\">In this travel itinerary for Algeria, you will find:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group table-of-contents is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group table-of-contents is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"table-of-contents__title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#tours\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#tips-for-egypt\">Tours<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#2\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#all-my-articles-on-egypt\"><\/a><a href=\"#itinerary\">Itinerary<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#4\"><\/a><a href=\"#1\">Day 1: Arrival in Algiers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#2\">Day 2: Algiers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#3\">Day 3: Way to Gharda\u00efa<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#4\">Day 4: Gharda\u00efa<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#5\">Day 5: Fly to Constantine<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#6\">Day 6: Day trip to Timgad<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#7\">Day 7: Tamanrasset &amp; Assekrem<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#8\">Day 8: Assekream and around<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#9\">Day 9 to 12: Djanet and Tassili N&#8217;Ajjer National Park<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#10\">Day 13: Fly back to Algiers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#info\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">More Information<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group atc-info-box is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center m-0 has-black-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fe9900\">our recommended travel insurance for Algeria<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:20px\">With its Backpacker plan, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iatitravelinsurance.com\/en-eu\/products\/iati-backpacker-eu\/?r=30867932099453&amp;cmp=algeria_itinerary_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">IATI Insurance<\/a><\/strong> is the best insurance for any kind of adventurous destination, like Algeria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iatitravelinsurance.com\/en-eu\/products\/iati-backpacker-eu\/?r=30867932099453&amp;cmp=algeria_itinerary_en\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#fe9900;font-size:16px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">GET 5% DISCOUNT HERE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tours\">Tours for Algeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s possible to travel to Algeria on your own. It should not be too difficult for experienced travelers but if you wish to travel with a group of like-minded travelers and do this itinerary with Against the Compass, know that we have several scheduled expeditions to Algeria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next departures to Algeria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>December 4th to 11th, 2026 (North) \u2013\u00a0<strong>SOLD OUT<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>December 11th to 18th, 2026 (South) \u2013&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/tours\/south-algeria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APPLY NOW<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>January 19th to 26th, 2027 (North) \u2013&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/tours\/algeria-january\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APPLY NOW<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>January 27th to February 3rd, 2027 (South) \u2013&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/tours\/south-algeria-djanet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APPLY NOW<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>March 19th to 26th, 2027 (North) \u2013&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/tours\/north-algeria-round-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APPLY NOW<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-atc-primary-green-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/destinations\/algeria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR <\/strong>Algeria <strong>TOURS<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Our-last-group-to-Algeria-What-do-do-in-Algeria-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Our-last-group-to-Algeria-What-do-do-in-Algeria-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Our-last-group-to-Algeria-What-do-do-in-Algeria-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"What do do in Algeria\" class=\"wp-image-56993\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Our last group to Algeria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"itinerary\">Travel itinerary for Algeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This 2-week itinerary focuses on both the north, including Algiers, Gharda\u00efa, and Constantine, and the south, including Djanet, and the lesser-visited Tamanrasset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you only have one week, you can choose either of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3f13304ab133c7c3a462b3019c947aed\" id=\"map\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Map of our Algeria travel itinerary<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the places we visit in our Algeria itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/0\/embed?mid=16QRLFW48ko2xu7GZJ-AwklRkQoHUKW0&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\">Day 1: Arrival in Algiers, capital of Algeria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You landed, perhaps on a morning flight, but take into account that immigration can often take a while, sometimes more than a few hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It just depends on your profile, passport stamps, and the type of visa you are traveling in Algeria with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eaeaea\">For all the information on visas, please check the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-algeria\/#visa\">visa section<\/a><\/strong> of our Algeria travel guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In my case, I traveled to Algeria with a visa on arrival, but my <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-syria\/\">Syria<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-abkhazia\/\">Afghanistan <\/a><\/strong>and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/yemen-travel\/\">Yemen <\/a><\/strong>visas triggered too many questions, making me wait for about two hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eventually, however, you will get your stamp, but do remember that when you plan your first day in Algiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After checking into my hotel, all I did on the first day was walk around the sophisticated French Quarter, checking some pretty cool colonial architecture while exchanging money at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/nvUiDSqYaFJqPtSEA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Port Sa\u00efd Square<\/a><\/strong>, located right in front of the Tantonville\u2019s Caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the evening, I walked along the seaside, stopping for a beer at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ow3xjPFrZna2ifm59\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Restaurant Le Dauphin<\/a><\/strong>, expensive, but it has an outdoor terrace with sea views and beer, it can\u2019t get any better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/The-City-of-Algiers-.-What-to-do-in-Algiers-683x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/The-City-of-Algiers-.-What-to-do-in-Algiers-683x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"56997\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/The-City-of-Algiers-.-What-to-do-in-Algiers-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"What to do in Algiers\" class=\"wp-image-56997\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/A-Mosque-in-central-Algiers-Visit-Algiers-683x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/A-Mosque-in-central-Algiers-Visit-Algiers-683x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"56995\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/A-Mosque-in-central-Algiers-Visit-Algiers-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Visit Algiers\" class=\"wp-image-56995\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-to-stay-in-algers\">Where to stay in Algiers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Budget Hotel<\/strong> \u2013 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/afric.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Afric Hotel<\/a><\/strong>. Located at the heart of the Qasbah.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/afric.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#0c3b7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Check on Booking.com<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mid Range Hotel <\/strong>\u2013 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/city.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">City Hotel<\/a><\/strong>. A standard hotel in the new part of town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/city.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#0c3b7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Check on Booking.com<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>High-end<\/strong> \u2013 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/alger.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sofitel<\/a><\/strong>. One of the best hotels in town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/alger.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#0c3b7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Check on Booking.com<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\">Day 2: Algiers, the Qasbah<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I spent a full second day in Algiers, this time with a higher focus on the Qasbah, which is the old town of Algiers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Casbah of Algiers is worldwide famous but, to be very honest, most of it is in a deplorable state, not very well taken care of, probably due to the lack of tourists, hence lack of investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it is still nice to walk around the many intricate lanes while checking all its viewpoints. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you like seafood, on the upper part of the Qasbah there are a few very local eateries offering super affordable meals, like calamari stew, among other staples. The place is called <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/GcruxGtze4dLWeVX7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Le Petit P\u00eacheur.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eaeaea\"><strong>Post Office of Algiers<br><\/strong>La Grande Poste d\u2019Algiers. Located in the French Quarter, the main post office in Algiers features an impressive colonial building. I don\u2019t know whether you send postcards or not but, since 2024, I do send one postcard to my son from every country I visit. I did send one postcard from this post office and received it in less than 2 weeks. You can find postcards in a nearby bookstore, <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/6Ex8B5ZK9NbbwBev9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>located right here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"other-things-to-see-in-algers\">Other things to see in Algiers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Admiralty Lighthouse.<\/strong> A common spot among families and local people, especially at sunset. I liked coming here for the local vibe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Church of Notre Dame d\u2019Afrique.<\/strong> The largest church in Algeria features amazing views of the city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hotel El Djazair.<\/strong> A vintage hotel that has hosted many celebrities, including Karim Benzema. It\u2019s expensive and probably hasn\u2019t been renovated in decades, but its past glory is still tangible. Worth checking it out and having some wine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/The-colonial-part-of-Algiers-Algeria-in-7-days-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/The-colonial-part-of-Algiers-Algeria-in-7-days-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/The-colonial-part-of-Algiers-Algeria-in-7-days-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Algeria in 7 days\" class=\"wp-image-56999\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The colonial part of Algiers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\">Day 3: Way to Gharda\u00efa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gharda\u00efa is located 600km from Algiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most travelers take the Air Alg\u00e9rie flight but in our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/destinations\/algeria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Algeria tours<\/a><\/strong>, we often make this stretch by land, passing by the Monastery of M\u00e9d\u00e9a and spending one night in Laghouat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also make this journey by bus, but it\u2019ll definitely take the entire day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Either way, on my first visit, the flight to Gharda\u00efa left in the evening from Algiers, so I still arrived there at the end of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-to-stay-in-ghardaia\">Where to stay in Gharda\u00efa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/DS3849JBQhZVo2QT9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maison Akham<\/a><\/strong>. A simple, but traditional hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/belvedere-ghardaia.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Belvedere<\/a><\/strong>. A proper hotel with reception.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/belvedere-ghardaia.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#0c3b7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Check on Booking.com<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4\">Day 4: Gharda\u00efa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gharda\u00efa is the main city of the M\u2019zab Valley, a UNESCO-listed region in Algeria founded in the 11th century by the Mozabites, an Amazigh (Berber) community who follow a distinct version of Islam with very strict social codes, but also a strong sense of community and identity, something they have preserved for nearly a thousand years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The architecture here is very unique and photogenic, a real highlight for most travelers visiting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond its unique architecture, one of the most distinctive things is the traditional dress of Mozabite women, who wear a white veil covering the entire body and face, leaving only one eye visible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/One-of-the-best-viewpoints-in-Ghardaia-Visit-Ghardaia-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/One-of-the-best-viewpoints-in-Ghardaia-Visit-Ghardaia-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/One-of-the-best-viewpoints-in-Ghardaia-Visit-Ghardaia-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Visit Ghardaia\" class=\"wp-image-57001\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">One of the best viewpoints in Ghardaia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Gharda\u00efa is actually an area composed of many different towns, each one with its own character, even rules. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of their old cities don\u2019t allow any outsiders wandering by themselves, but you must always be accompanied by a guide, the office of which is at the main entrance of the respective Qasbah.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s obviously possible, and easy, to sneak in through one of the many streets and lanes, but you are likely to be shouted at in less than a minute by the first local you bump into.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Local-people-at-the-market-of-Ghardaia-People-Ghardaia-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Local-people-at-the-market-of-Ghardaia-People-Ghardaia-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Local-people-at-the-market-of-Ghardaia-People-Ghardaia-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"People Ghardaia\" class=\"wp-image-57003\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Local people at the market of Ghardaia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"places-i-recommend-visiting-in-ghardaia\">Places I recommend visiting in Gharda\u00efa:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gharda\u00efa Market and around. It\u2019s a crowded area and, since it\u2019s a market and an open space, you are allowed to take photos of people.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>El Atteuf. The most beautiful Qasbah.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/usapBmfvLZBXunE69\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">This view point<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beni Isguen. The most conservative town in Gharda\u00efa, not allowed to wander around by yourself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Note that Gharda\u00efa is a super conservative town, with very strict rules on photography, especially of women, it\u2019s strictly not allowed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I did take a few, as you can see, but you are technically not allowed to do that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ghardaia-Market-Ghardaia-travel-683x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ghardaia-Market-Ghardaia-travel-683x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"57005\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ghardaia-Market-Ghardaia-travel-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Ghardaia travel\" class=\"wp-image-57005\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default wp-duotone-unset-2\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_0192-1.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_0192-1.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"56789\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_0192-1.jpg\" alt=\"Ghardaia women\" class=\"wp-image-56789\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5\">Day 5: Fly to Constantine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The distance between both cities is 740 km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In our overland itineraries from our Algeria tours, we do this stretch by minibus in 2 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first time I visited, however, I took a flight, which departed very early in the morning, around 1 am. This allowed me to take a small rest and then have the entire day to visit Constantine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Constantine is one of Africa\u2019s most unique cities, famous for its spectacular suspension bridges linking different parts of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s actually pretty beautiful, quite photogenic, something you have never seen on this continent, plus it also has a different energy, with people being very open and welcoming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can walk across all the iconic bridges, check out the different viewpoints and just get lost in the local market and bazaar, which I recommend visiting first thing in the morning, when it\u2019s packed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the evening, if you\u2019d like a drink, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/novotel-constantine.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Novotel<\/a><\/strong> is located right next to the Qasbah and has a bar serving Algerian wine, which is probably the best wine in Africa after South African.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Constantine-from-a-bridge-Visit-Constantine-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Constantine-from-a-bridge-Visit-Constantine-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Constantine-from-a-bridge-Visit-Constantine-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Visit Constantine\" class=\"wp-image-57009\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Constantine from a bridge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-to-stay-in-constantine\">Where to stay in Constantine<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Backpacker Budget <\/strong>\u2013 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/cirta-hostel.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Hostel le Rhumel<\/a><\/strong>. A hostel for backpackers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/cirta-hostel.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#0c3b7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Check on Booking.com<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Budget Hotel <\/strong>\u2013 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/el-bey-constantine1.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">El Bey<\/a><\/strong>. A little bit outside of town but standard hotel with good rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/el-bey-constantine1.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#0c3b7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Check on Booking.com<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mid range Hotel <\/strong>\u2013 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/novotel-constantine.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Novotel<\/a><\/strong>. Inexpensive for what you get, plus it has a bar and best location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/dz\/novotel-constantine.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=algeria_itinerary_en\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#0c3b7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Check on Booking.com<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6\">Day 6: Day trip to Timgad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Timgad is a 2\u20133-hour drive from Constantine depending on traffic, so it\u2019s quite a drive, and even longer if you are planning to do it by public transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For me, this day trip made sense because at 9 pm I had my direct flight from Constantine to Tamanrasset, so if you follow this very same itinerary and take a taxi, it\u2019s completely doable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Personally, I am not into Roman ruins, but Timgad is supposed to be one of the best-preserved Roman cities in North Africa, founded around 100 AD by Emperor Trajan as a military colony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are likely to get these Roman ruins just by yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By the way, Timgad is located in a village also named Timgad, so you\u2019ll find loads of local restaurants in here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/The-amphitheatre-of-Timgat-Visit-Timgad-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/The-amphitheatre-of-Timgat-Visit-Timgad-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/The-amphitheatre-of-Timgat-Visit-Timgad-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Visit Timgad\" class=\"wp-image-57014\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The amphitheatre of Timgat<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7\">Day 7: Tamanrasset &amp; Assekrem<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned, my flight to Tamanrasset left at 9 pm from Constantine, so we landed in the southern city almost past midnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tamanrasset is a sensitive area, with local police and military being extremely paranoid about AQIM activity on the other side of the border in nearby <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-mali\/\">Mali<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some foreigners have been kidnapped in that area, including a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/world\/africa\/tuareg-rebel-alliance-mali-releases-spanish-hostage-spokesmen-say-2025-01-21\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Spanish tourist who was released<\/a><\/strong> in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a traveler visiting Tamanrasset, however, you should not be worried about it, since all the terrorist activity is concentrated in the south of Tamanrasset, towards the border, while tourist sites such as Assekrem are in a different direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0f0f0\">For more information, check the <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-algeria\/#safety\"><strong>security section<\/strong><\/a> of our Algeria travel guide<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyways, that\u2019s the reason why in Tamanrasset there are barely any tourists, and the few who travel there are always followed by the local police or gendarmerie from the moment you leave the airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It actually took me a while to get the clearance for leaving the airport, which the local tour company I worked with took care of. In fact, I don\u2019t think it\u2019s possible to travel to Tamanrasset on your own without any permit. Well, you can travel there, just that I don\u2019t know whether they\u2019ll allow you to leave the airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By the time I reached the hotel, it was nearly 2 am.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-to-actually-do-in-tamanrasset\">What to actually do in Tamanrasset<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DSC03936-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DSC03936-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DSC03936-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Touareg Algeria\" class=\"wp-image-56852\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A Touareg near Assekrem<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you compare Djanet with Tamanrasset, everyone will say that Djanet is much more spectacular, but I disagree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it\u2019s true that the desert of Djanet is much more beautiful, poetic and also cultural, Tamanrasset has Assekrem, which is the best single site in all Southern Algeria, a dramatic mountain plateau in the Ahaggar Mountains located at 2,780 meters above sea level, and where you get one of the most spectacular sunsets (and sunrises) I can ever think of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cover-Travel-in-Algeria-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cover-Travel-in-Algeria-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cover-Travel-in-Algeria-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Assekrem, Algeria\" class=\"wp-image-56848\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Spectacular<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While it\u2019s true that you do find high-altitude frozen deserts in the Himalayas, I just don\u2019t recall any desert, as per the book, at such high altitudes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the top of the mountain where you see sunset, there\u2019s the hermitage of Charles de Foucauld, inhabited by a Spanish monk who has been living there for almost 20 years. He doesn\u2019t speak English, but speaks French and obviously Spanish. If you are lucky to meet him, he\u2019s super talkative and loves to tell stories, it was my highlight in Assekrem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Assekrem, you can do camping, and your tour company should be in charge of doing that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Traveling-with-friends-always-adds-up-Assekrem-visit-683x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Traveling-with-friends-always-adds-up-Assekrem-visit-683x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"57016\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Traveling-with-friends-always-adds-up-Assekrem-visit-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Assekrem visit\" class=\"wp-image-57016\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Algerian-desert-How-to-plan-a-trip-to-Algeria-683x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Algerian-desert-How-to-plan-a-trip-to-Algeria-683x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"57018\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Algerian-desert-How-to-plan-a-trip-to-Algeria-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"How to plan a trip to Algeria\" class=\"wp-image-57018\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8\">Day 8: Assekream and around<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On this day, what we did was drive slowly to Tamanrasset, stopping in a Tuareg camp on the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Taking-a-break-after-lunch-South-Algeria-itinerary-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Taking-a-break-after-lunch-South-Algeria-itinerary-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Taking-a-break-after-lunch-South-Algeria-itinerary-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"South Algeria itinerary\" class=\"wp-image-57022\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Taking a break after lunch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Something I actually loved from this area in comparison to Djanet is that the Tuareg camps are authentic and untouched, so raw that it\u2019s not allowed to take photos when there are women, but the problem is that there are always women there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Djanet Tuareg camps, on the other hand, tend to be tourist-oriented, but accessing them is much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyways, it was great to see that side of Touareg life. We arrived in Tamanrasset in the evening, walked around town, slept for a few hours, and then took a very early morning flight, leaving at 3 am towards Djanet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flight schedules in this part of the world are at very inconvenient times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By the way, if you wish a drink, there\u2019s only one bar in Tamanrasset, in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/dpUzGmiXBbqwXRUx6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tahat Hotel<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9\">Day 9 to 12: Djanet and Tassili N&#8217;Ajjer National Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Landscapes-in-Djanet-Visit-Djanet-Algeria-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Landscapes-in-Djanet-Visit-Djanet-Algeria-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Landscapes-in-Djanet-Visit-Djanet-Algeria-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Visit Djanet Algeria\" class=\"wp-image-57020\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Landscapes in Djanet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I don\u2019t think you need to book a tour to be allowed to leave the airport but, in any case, you obviously need a local company to venture into the desert. It doesn\u2019t make much sense to come all the way to Djanet just to stay in the town, which isn\u2019t very interesting anyways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyways, the flight from Tamanrasset to Djanet is a very short one, not more than 30 minutes, but a 2-day drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I arrived early in the morning, so after getting a few more hours of sleep, with a team of Touaregs, I ventured straight into the desert into the Tassili N&#8217;Ajjer National Park, where I spent with the group the following 3 nights, a multi-day desert expedition, sleeping in one of the most starring skies in Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tassili N&#8217;Ajjer National Park is a surreal stone forest of eroded sandstone pillars, natural arches, narrow canyons and prehistoric rock art dating back more than 10,000 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Our-ATC-tour-in-Algeria-Algeria-tours-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Our-ATC-tour-in-Algeria-Algeria-tours-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Our-ATC-tour-in-Algeria-Algeria-tours-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"visit Tassili N&#039;Ajjer National Park\" class=\"wp-image-56871\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Enjoying Djanet with friends<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>What I liked about Tassili is its variety, the landscape changing completely every few kilometers, hence each day offering a different experience, all combined with the ancient rock art and occasional herds of camels with their Tuareg shepherds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the last day, we came back after lunch, took a much-needed shower, a powerful nap and then we walked around Djanet, checking out the local market where you can buy souvenirs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Djanet town is all right. I just prefer Tamanrasset, it looks more rough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Touareg-people-around-Djanet-How-to-visit-Djanet-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Touareg-people-around-Djanet-How-to-visit-Djanet-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Touareg-people-around-Djanet-How-to-visit-Djanet-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"How to visit Djanet\" class=\"wp-image-57024\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Touareg people around Djanet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10\">Day 13: Fly back to Algiers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The flight back to Algiers was also super early in the morning, like at 6 am.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon arrival in Algiers, you can either stay at the airport to fly back home or go to the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My flight wasn\u2019t departing until 6 hours from the moment I arrived from Djanet. To kill all those hours, I discovered that the airport has a Hyatt hotel that offers a very good buffet-style breakfast at a very reasonable price, a type of luxury needed after the 7-day desert expedition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some friends had the whole day and decided to take a day trip to Tipaza by taxi, a ruined Roman city by the seaside. They said they loved it, especially the seafood restaurants next to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s all about our Algeria itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned, we offer similar itineraries in our Algeria Expeditions. Any questions, please let us know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"info\"><span class=\"efont\" id=\"copy-emoji\">\u2757<\/span>More information for traveling in Algeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#2b8f2b\">\ud83d\udce2 In my <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-resources\/\"><strong>Travel Resources Page<\/strong><\/a> you can find the list of all the sites and services I use to book hotels, tours, travel insurance and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">All guides and articles for traveling in Algeria destination<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-algeria\/\">Algeria Travel Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Travel guides to other countries in Africa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/tunisia-travel-tips-itinerary\/\">Tunisia Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-ethiopia\/\">Ethiopia Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-eritrea\/\">Eritrea Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-somaliland\/\">Somaliland Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/sudan-travel-guide-backpacking\/\">Travel Guide to Sudan<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/traveling-egypt-itinerary\/\">Travel Guide to Egypt<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-libya\/\">Libya Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-mali\/\">Mali Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/PIN-2-Algeria-itinerary-683x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/PIN-2-Algeria-itinerary-683x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/PIN-2-Algeria-itinerary-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Algeria itinerary\" class=\"wp-image-57101\" style=\"width:420px\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wanna travel to Algeria with Against the Compass? 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