Cherchell + Tipasa Day Trip
Cherchell + Tipasa Day Trip
At 8:30 pm, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Algiers and from there we'll head to Cherchell. In ancient times, this Mediterranean port city was known as Iol Caesarea: the capital of the Roman province of Caesarian Mauritania.
First, we'll take a tour of Cherchell to see its main points of interest, including the port and the Martyrs' Square. In this great esplanade, we'll see the façade of the El Rahman mosque or the 100 columns. This building has the appearance of a Christian church because, until 1574, it was the cathedral of St. Paul. The most curious thing of all is that this Catholic monument was built on top of an old Roman temple.
After the tour, we'll visit the Archaeological Museum of Cherchell to see the remains of its glorious imperial past. At the end of the tour of the permanent exhibition, which contains numerous sculptures and other outstanding pieces from antiquity, we'll take a short walk to the Roman ruins of Cherchell. At this site, we'll see the remains of the columns and other architectural elements that formed part of the forum, the baths and the temples of the ancient Roman city.
We'll continue the excursion towards the coastal city of Tipasa, where we'll enjoy a delicious lunch that'll include a plate of grilled fish. After lunch, we'll visit the Roman site of Tipasa, one of the main archaeological sites on the Algerian coast. In these ruins, declared a World Heritage Site, we'll discover what society and culture were like in Roman imperial times.
The last stop will be on the outskirts of Tipasa, where we'll see the Royal Mausoleum of Mauritania. Here lie the remains of the Berbers Juba II and Cleopatra Selene II, the respective king and queen of ancient Mauritania. Finally, we'll return to your hotel in Algiers, where the arrival is scheduled between 2:30 pm and 4:30 pm.
More Information
Duration
6 - 8h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport by bus
English speaking guide
Tickets
Not included
Food and drink
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Mohamed Amine Guettai
Corporate name: Mohamed Amine Guettai
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
