Algeria

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Algeria is Africa's largest country by area, stretching from the Mediterranean coast in the north to the sweeping dunes and rocky plateaus of the Sahara Desert, which covers more than 80% of its territory. It is home to ancient Roman ruins at Timgad and Djémila, the labyrinthine Casbah of Algiers — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — and the dramatic Hoggar Mountains in the deep south. Travellers are drawn by its extraordinary desert landscapes, Berber and Arab cultural heritage, and relative off-the-beaten-path status compared to its North African neighbours. Hiking, 4WD desert expeditions, and exploring well-preserved historical sites are among the most popular pursuits.

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Algeria · 8 days

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Self-Launched Timeless Algeria: Algiers to the M'Zab Valley in 8 Days

A self-launched DIY version of Across Africa Tours & Travel's 8-day Algeria loop — same UNESCO Casbahs, Roman Timgad, Tipasa's seaside ruins and the M'Zab Valley — built with hostels and budget hotels, domestic flights and shared taxis instead of a private guide and 4-star hotels. You'll need to sort an Algerian visa in advance (invitation letters are usually arranged through your accommodation or a local agency), and many sites are best done with a licensed local guide engaged directly on the day. Costs are rough per-person estimates in GBP and exclude international flights.

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