Algiers Casbah
The journey begins in a lived-in capital, before taking the road west.
The Eclipse Moment, Oran 2027
The total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027, from Algiers to Oran
Length10 days / 9 nights
Dates28 Jul – 6 Aug 2027
EffortGentle
Per person1 849 €
1 849 € per person, fixed-date group departure, based on 6 travellers sharing a double room. International flights not included. Prices updated 25 April 2026.
Why we created this trip
We created this trip around a moment that cannot be repeated at will. The eclipse gives a precise reason to be there, but we did not want to reduce ten days to a few minutes in the sky. The route links Algiers, the coast, Tlemcen and Oran to turn the waiting itself into part of the journey, before living together the moment the whole itinerary was imagined for.
Trip highlights
- Watch the total solar eclipse on 2 August 2027 from the outskirts of Oran.
- Algiers and the Casbah before following the Mediterranean to Tipaza and Cherchell.
- Mostaganem and Tlemcen as transition stages towards the Oran region.
- Oran before and after the eclipse, with city time and encounters.
The Znika moments
Day by day
10 daysDay 1 · 28 JulAlgiersWelcome and first discovery
Welcome at the airport, transfer and a first discovery of Algiers depending on arrival time.
Day 2 · 29 JulAlgiersCasbah, gardens and museums
Guided visit of the Casbah, then the capital's great cultural and scenic landmarks according to the programme.
Day 3 · 30 JulTipaza and CherchellAncient sites and a fish lunch
Road to the coast, ancient sites, fish lunch and on to Cherchell.
Day 4 · 31 JulMostaganemCentre, market and urban heritage
Road to Mostaganem, discovery of the centre, the market and the urban heritage.
Day 5 · 1 AugMostaganemOranSettling in before the big rendezvous
Road to Oran and discovery of the city, its districts, markets and main landmarks.
Day 6 · 2 AugThe eclipseWatching the total eclipse
Departure to a clear observation spot on the outskirts of Oran. Observation of the total solar eclipse, then back to the city for lunch and free time/encounters in the historic centre.
Day 7 · 3 AugOranThe city after the eclipse
A full day in Oran: historic districts, seafront and time for encounters, at a freer pace after the astronomical rendezvous.
Day 8 · 4 AugOranTlemcenAndalusian heritage
Road to Tlemcen and discovery of its heritage: palaces, mosques, gardens and historic lanes.
Day 9 · 5 AugTlemcenAlgiersBack to the capital
Domestic flight or road transfer depending on configuration, arrival in Algiers and overnight stay.
Day 10 · 6 AugDepartureAirport transfer
Transfer to the airport and end of the journey.
What you discover
Tipaza & Cherchell
The Mediterranean and the ancient sites accompany the transition between Algiers and the Oran region.
Tlemcen
A cultural stage revealing another facet of western Algeria before Oran.
Total eclipse, Oran
The high point of the journey: a morning built entirely around observing the phenomenon.
Route map
Included
Included experiences
- Access to the planned sites and museums.
- Excursions, guided visits, workshops and experiences planned in the programme.
Logistics & support
- Double-room accommodation in hotels or guesthouses according to the programme.
- Full board according to the programme.
- Transfers and transport by comfortable bus.
- Multilingual local guide.
- Bottled water during excursions.
- 24/7 assistance.
Not included
- International flight (return).
- Visa fees.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Drinks, meals and services not included in the chosen package.
- Personal equipment.
- Optional excursions or activities not planned in the programme.
- Possible luggage fees depending on the airline.
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