Constantine and the Roman Sites of Timgad, Djemila
Discover Constantine, the dramatic City of Bridges.
Overview
From Constantine to the ancient cities.
Quality partner-hotel accommodation, guided visits, comfortable transport, full board and a bilingual guide. Discover Constantine’s bridges and the archaeological sites of Timgad and Djemila, remarkable witnesses to the past.
- Duration
- 5 days / 4 nights
- Departure & return
- Constantine
- Availability
- Availability : Contact us
- Minimum age
- 4 years
Read the full overview
Constantine, named after Emperor Constantine, occupies a dramatic limestone plateau cut by the Rhumel gorge. Its many bridges have earned it the name City of Bridges. Explore the former Numidian capital of Cirta through the Ottoman-era Casbah, the Palace of the Bey and neighbourhoods reflecting later chapters of its history.
Discover two outstanding Roman sites: Djemila, ancient Cuicul, with its theatre and monuments, and Timgad on the edge of the Aures. Their streets and public buildings offer remarkable insights into Roman North Africa.
Constantine’s cultural identity also lives through malouf, its Arab-Andalusian musical tradition. Melancholic passages gradually give way to livelier rhythms, offering another way to encounter the city beyond its monuments.
Sample Constantine’s sweet and savoury street food. Djouzia, a delicate walnut confection, is one of its best-known specialities.
Itinerary
Your journey day by day.
Day 1Arrival in Constantine
Fly to Constantine, where a French-speaking representative welcomes you at the airport and accompanies you into the city. Its rocky setting, deep gorge and bridges offer a dramatic introduction. Confirm English-guiding requirements with your adviser when planning the trip.
After an orientation tour, discover the city’s dramatic setting and historic buildings. Enjoy a traditional dinner featuring chakhchoukha dfer in a lively local restaurant.
Day 2Visit historic Setif
Explore the UNESCO-listed Roman ruins of Djemila, with well-preserved monuments including the Arch of Caracalla and Christian basilicas. Walk through the site to discover how the ancient city was organised.
In the afternoon, continue to Setif to see Ain El Fouara and other historic landmarks. Learn about the city’s role in modern Algerian history, then enjoy dinner featuring local specialities in a traditional restaurant.
Day 3Constantine through history
Return to Constantine and explore the winding lanes of the Casbah. Cross Sidi M’Cid Bridge for impressive views into the Rhumel gorge.
Visit the richly decorated Palace of the Bey and the impressive Emir Abdelkader Mosque. Finish the day sampling Constantine’s street food in a sociable local setting.
Day 4UNESCO-listed Roman ruins of Timgad
Travel towards Timgad, stopping at the ancient Medghassen mausoleum. Continue to the Roman city founded by Emperor Trajan and explore its remarkably preserved streets and monuments.
Discover the remains of Lambaesis, another important Roman site, before returning to Constantine for a relaxed evening.
Day 5A final day in Constantine
Transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule. Enjoy a final view of Constantine before your return journey to France.
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Before you travel.
Departure & return
Mohamed Boudiaf Airport, Constantine