Algeria’s Roman Empire

5.0 (6 reviews) 7–8 hours Free cancellation

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Javier enjoying the view from the tower — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Villa street — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Tipasa Roman ruins is a UNESCO site on the Algerian coast, providing amazing experience and deep understanding of the Roman history. A city first occupied by the old Phoenician traders, and became and important source for Romans that occupied most the Algerian north after that. Walking through it’s fabulous sites and historical monuments that were and still a great witness of Roman architecture, lifestyle and art. With a visit to a museum that’s full with art pieces and fascinating mosaics. A walk through city of Cherchell that’s a mix of history and modern Algerian culture. Summarising the visit with the unique circular royal Mausoleum that stands as an important witness of the Numidian architecture and Egyptian influence and connection.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: Arabic, English, French
Operated by: Riad

Ages: Infants (0–8 years) · Adults (9–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Hotel pickup and Dropoff
Included: Bottled water
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: All tickets and fees
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: In-person guide

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: On-board restrooms: Restroom on board

Itinerary

Algiers

one hour

Pick up from hotel of your choice for around 1hour drive to Tipasa
Musee Public National de Cherchell

one hour Admission included

After pickup from Hotel, you will drive to National Museum of Cherchell to start learning about Algerias ancient history and Roman history. Discovering the breathtaking mosaics and statues and all Roman remains discovered in the Area.
Cherchell

one hour

After the Museum you will walk around the centre of Cherchell, from the view over the ancient Phoenician port, through the French garden arriving to the unique Al Rahma Mosque (the ex cathedral)
Tipasa Archaeological Park

3 hours Admission included

Driving to the UNESCO Roman ruins of Tipasa, walking on Roman foot steps, from the Amphitheater and the temples, through the Villa street with a magnificent sea view, hiking up to 3rd century Basilica with the panoramic view and original Roman mosaics, ending the walk with the old theatre and fountain crossing the Cardo and Decumanus roads. With a chance of lunch stop next to the Grand therms.
Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania

30 min Admission included

Royal Mausoleum that was built by 1st century BC Numidian king for his late Egyptian wife Cleopatra Selene. He buried her body inside the mausoleum that was built around the year 25 BC. The magical circular pyramid with it’s humongous stones and unique shape, still holds secrets waiting to be discovered.