Eight days to discover eastern Algeria from Constantine, the city of bridges: Roman cities, ancient ruins, thermal springs and the Mediterranean coast, with traditional meals and a warm local welcome all along the way.
- Constantine, the City of Bridges: Sidi Rached, Ahmed Bey Palace and Malah Slimane Bridge
- Roman Timgad, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Djemila ruins and the city of Sétif
- The Roman theatre and thermal baths of Guelma
- Annaba: Saint Augustine Basilica and the Seraïdi hills
- Traditional local cuisine all along the route
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Itinerary
1Day 1: Arrival and Welcome
- Arrival at Constantine Airport: upon arrival at Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport, a team will greet you and transport you comfortably to your hotel.
- Dinner at the hotel.
2Day 2: Exploring Religious and Historical Landmarks
- Morning: the day begins with a visit to the Sidi Rached shrine, one of Constantine's spiritual landmarks, followed by the Affane Mosque and its beautiful Islamic architecture.
- Next: we visit Sidi M'Gharaf, then enjoy a scenic walk along the shore of Constantine. Lunch is served at Aghrassane Restaurant.
- Photo stop at Malah Slimane Bridge to capture the stunning views.
- Afternoon: a visit to Ahmed Bey Palace, one of the city's monuments built during the Ottoman era.
- Dinner at the hotel.
3Day 3: Bridge Tour and Natural Sights
- Morning: cross the famous Sidi Rached Bridge, then enjoy a scenic bus tour over the bridge to the city centre.
- Landmarks: on the way we pass by the Silouq, then head to the grand Emir Abdelkader Mosque.
- A stop at the Waterfalls Bridge to take in the breathtaking natural views.
- Lunch: an outdoor lunch at Souika.
- Afternoon: a trip to the ancient ruins of Tiddis, then back to Constantine to visit the Cirta Museum and its historical treasures.
- Evening: a night tour of Malah Slimane Bridge, then a visit to the War Memorial, an iconic monument of the city, followed by dinner in a traditional restaurant with a charming night view over the city.
4Day 4: Trip to Timgad and Return to Constantine
- Morning: we begin the day with a visit to Massinissa's Tomb, a significant historical landmark of the region.
- Explore Timgad: a guided tour of the ancient Roman city of Timgad, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Lunch: a traditional Batna meal in Batna.
- Evening: return to Constantine with a stop to admire the sunset.
- Dinner at the hotel.
5Day 5: Excursion to Sétif
- Morning departure: head to the historic city of Djemila to explore its ancient ruins.
- Lunch: experience the local cuisine with a traditional meal in downtown Sétif.
- Sétif Museum: a visit to the museum, followed by a walk through Park Mall, where you can see various historical artifacts.
- Return to Constantine: enjoy another traditional Constantine dinner on arrival.
6Day 6: Rest Day and Visit to Guelma
- Morning: take a break and relax in Bardo Park, then visit the bridge located beneath Sidi Rached Bridge.
- Trip to Guelma: discover the Roman Theatre of Guelma, an impressive historical site.
- Lunch: a traditional meal is served in Guelma.
- Thermal baths: unwind and relax at one of the area's famous thermal baths.
- Return to Constantine: conclude the day with a traditional dinner in the city.
7Day 7: Excursion to Annaba
- Morning: set off to the coastal city of Annaba.
- Saint Augustine Basilica: a visit to this site rich in cultural and religious history.
- Seraïdi Hills: a breathtaking natural excursion overlooking the sea.
- Lunch: an outdoor lunch by the sea, with the chance to enjoy some recreational activities.
- Return to Constantine: prepare for a special evening full of charming Constantine music.
8Day 8: Departure
- Return to Algiers or directly back to France, depending on your travel plans.
- This programme blends rich cultural heritage, breathtaking natural landscapes and traditional cuisine for an unforgettable experience in Constantine and its surroundings.