Private Excursion to Constantine by a local expert

5.0
(13 reviews)

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Constantine takes its name from Emperor Constantine I. Little the
know, it is a masterpiece of history and a show to the sky
open. The ancient capital of Numidia Cirta is surely one
of the most impressive cities in the world. It is built on
a block of limestone. A large canyon splits the city in two and
many bridges were built. Her nickname is: "The
City of Bridges”. The city of hearts that orphaned Enrico Macias,
account of emblematic districts. The Ottoman Kasbah in the
Medina with the Palais du Bey is an architectural gem. The neighborhood
du Bardo reminds us of the French presence.

What's Included

Bottled water
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The driver of the vehicle will wear a sleeveless down jacket with our logo.

OR
Meeting point

Our driver will meet you in front of the Novotel

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Pont Sidi M’Cid

    The Sidi M'Cid bridge is a suspension bridge that crosses the Rhummel gorges and connects the medina of Constantine to the center of the CHU. Its construction was decided after the inauguration of the city hospital, avoiding the long journey of the Constantine dynasty to the CHU via the El-Kantara bridge.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Pont d'El-Kantara

    The El Cantara bridge crosses the Rummel Valley of Constantine. The first bridge with a siphon aqueduct was built by the ancient Romans. A new bridge was built over the ruins and its construction was ordered by Salah Bey in 1792 and entrusted to his Maltese architect Bartolomeo. It was then formed of four stone arches. Site of a failed French attack during the Siege of Constantine in 1836. After the bridge collapsed in 1857, it was rebuilt between 1860 and 1863 as the main metal arch above the two cairns. This new bridge linked the monumental gate, but was demolished in 1922 because it had become unsuitable. The bridge was completely redesigned in 1951.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Emir Abdelkader Mosquee

    The Emir Abdelkader Mosque is an Algerian mosque located in Constantine in the Emir Abdelkader district. This religious building can accommodate up to 19,000 people and covers a total area of 13 hectares, including the mosque and the buildings of the Islamic University. In 1984, an Islamic university attached to the mosque was established and the opening of the mosque was postponed to 1994. The mosque is both a place of prayer and a university which teaches Islamic sciences. It has two minarets of 107 meters.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Palais d'Ahmed Bey

    The Ahmed Bey Palace is a historic palace in Constantine, Algeria. The palace is considered one of the main tourist sites of the city by a centuries-old architect with an Ottoman air.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Monument Aux Morts

    The Constantine War Memorial was established to honor the city's children who died during World War I. The names of more than 800 soldiers, Muslims, Christians and Jews from the city of Constantine were inscribed on bronze plaques.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Riwaya Travel

Tags

Full-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Show more

Rating

5.0 Based on 13 13 reviews
5 stars
13
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0
from per person
Was {{currencySymbol}}{{ summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount }}