Often overlooked by travellers, the former French colony of Algeria is packed with layer upon layer of rich history. This richness can be seen in its ancient Numidian Pyramids, well-preserved Roman Ruins, and its European-styled capital of Algiers. All of these blend with the North African culture that has existed here for thousands of years to create a country unlike any other.
Itinerary
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Day One, May 3 2026 Arrival in Constantine
• Those only taking the Tamanrasset extension arrive in Constantine at any time before 18:30.
• If continuing from Algeria: Hiking the Atlas tour, we will be transferred to Constantine airport to take our evening local flight to Tamanrasset.
• Overnight in Tamanrasset.
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Day Two, May 4 2026 Assekrem
• After breakfast, we will start our journey to the Ahaggar National Park, stopping in Mount Hoggar for a scenic photo opportunity.
• Next, we head to the Afilal Guelta for a leisurely walk along the oasis for approximately 2 hours. Depending on the water level of Afilal, we will have the opportunity to swim in the oasis.
• We will then continue to Assekrem, where we will hike up to Charles de Foucauld Hermitage to see the sunset. This is also a small hike uphill for approximately 30 minutes. We will then have a tour of the hermitage by one of the resident monks.
• Afterwards, we will descend to the mountain shelter where we will have dinner and spend the night. Accommodation will be in shared basic rooms.
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Day Three, May 5 2026 Mount Tahat
• Today we will have the chance to see the sunrise over the Hoggar Mountains, a spectacle not to be missed. Then, we will be transferred to the base of Mount Tahat, the highest mountain in Algeria and one of the highest in the Sahara.
• We will spend the day climbing Mount Tahat, 3,003 metres above sea level. The climb is not technical but moderate to challenging. The gradient gets steeper and steeper the closer we get to the summit and the paths are not clearly marked. The duration is expected to be approximately 7 hours with plenty of breaks to enjoy the surrounding views.
• After we finish the climb, we will continue to a dried guelta to wild camp for the night with views of the imposing Ilamane mountain. We will experience the desert starry night and if we are lucky, even the Milky Way.
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Day Four, May 6 2026 Back to Tamanrasset
• After breakfast, we will have a small walk to the ancient Ilamane mosque, a structure hundreds of years old in the middle of the desert. We will then start to make our way back to Tamanrasset, stopping along the way to visit the Tadjmart Museum, where we will learn about the environment in the Ahaggar National Park and the cultures that call it their home. We will also see petroglyphs at this site.
• Upon arrival in Tamanrasset, we will visit a handicraft workshop and shops where we can find an array of Touareg traditional items.
• Overnight in Tamanrasset.
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Day Five, May 7 2026 Algiers
• Today, we will be transferred to the airport after breakfast to take our flight to Algiers.
• We will then spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure.
• Overnight in Algiers.
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Day Six, May 8 2026 Tour Ends
• Tour ends today. Depart for your next destination.
- Algeria: Hiking the Sahara Extension Tour
- Tour Price: £915
- Deposit: £250
- Single room supplement: £90
- Tour Price: £915
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