The Pompeii of Africa
Walk through the best-preserved Roman cities in Africa — without the crowds of Pompeii or Carthage. Explore Timgad, a perfectly grid-planned legionary colony founded by Trajan in 100 AD. Then continue to Djémila (ancient Cuicul), a UNESCO site built into mountain slopes.
Your specialist archaeologist-guide brings both sites to life with context on Roman Africa’s role in the empire. End at coastal Tipasa, where the amphitheatre overlooks the Mediterranean.
Itinerary Highlights
- Day 1-2: Algiers to Tipasa (St. Salsa Basilica). Overnight in Cherchell.
- Day 3-4: Travel to Djémila. Guided tour of the forum and baths.
- Day 5: Timgad. Walk the Cardo Maximus and visit the museum.
- Day 6: Return to Algiers via Batna.