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Bou Saada in private weekend by a local

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Bou Saada in private weekend by a local

About this activity

Bou Saada is the ideal destination to escape for a weekend. Located just three hours drive from Algiers, this oasis offers a real change of scenery.

The Ksar of Bou Saada is a must. Although some streets are in poor condition, walking through its inhabited streets is a unique experience. Locals, warm and welcoming, will be happy to share their anecdotes and show you the way to historic mosques dating back centuries. Also take the opportunity to visit the school where former President Mohamed Boudiaf studied in the 1930s, a fascinating dive into local history.

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At a glance

Duration
2 days
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–5
Guide
Arabic, English, French
Written guide
German, Italian, Spanish
Operated by
Riwaya Travel

Ages: Adults (5–90 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Dinner
  • Included: Breakfast

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1 · Bou Saada: Gastronomy, culture and old town

  1. Bou-Saada

    3 hours

    3h drive in the early morning to get to the door of the Bou Saada desert

  2. Musee National Nasr Eddine Dinet

    2 hours Admission included

    Visit of the Museum of Nasr Eddine (ex Etienne) Dinet in Bou Saada. Explanation of Orientalism and the character who converted to Islam and who is buried there.

  3. Stop 3

    one hour Admission included

    The mill of the same name was built by Antoine Ferrero, an Italian who immigrated to Algeria in 1867, and is located 2 km from Busada. Near Oued Bousaada and the waterfall where young people bathe on hot days. Today, only the ruins of the factory remain, destroyed over time.

  4. Stop 4

    2 hours

    Visit of the village of El Allig

    Dinner dancing under the stars if the weather and musicians are available.

    Introduction to the Naili dance.

One night at the 5 star hotel of Caid or equivalent (Kerdada)

Day 2 · Bou Saada: Desert activities and rest in a hotel with swimming pool

  1. Bou-Saada

    3 hours

    Choice of introduction to fantasia or nomadic life with a tea on the sand dunes/.

    There are several souvenir and handicraft shops in downtown Busada and near the hotel. You can also visit the Maison de l'Artisana, a collection of paint, clothing and tableware shops. Prices are always negotiable. The space brings together many artisans who produce local handcrafted items and clothing... They also sell items imported from abroad, especially from Tunisia.

    Return at the end of the afternoon.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Inn Le Caïd Bou Saada

  • Our driver will be waiting for you in front of the Great Post Office stairs. It will be easily identifiable by its down jacket bearing the official logo of our agency.

End point

  • Inn Le Caïd Bou Saada

  • Our driver will be waiting for you in front of the Great Post Office stairs. It will be easily identifiable by its down jacket bearing the official logo of our agency.

Pickup points

  • Tres Bien
  • Hotel L'Olympic
  • Moflon Dor
  • Hotel Le Lido
  • El Ghanami Hotel
  • Hotel Best Night 2
  • Residence Ikama
  • Hostel Appart
  • Radisson BLU Hotel Algiers Hydra
  • Hotel Audin
  • Hotel El Hadika
  • Hotel El Dey 1

and 107 more pickup points

Drivers and guides identifiable by a down jacket bearing the official logo of our agency..

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel You get back
At least 3 days before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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