Ancient cities await on this journey through North Africa

Tunisia and Algeria

With visits to UNESCO sites and destinations such as El Jem’s Roman Amphitheatre and the antique city of Djémila, this trip is equal parts adventure and education.

Overview

A journey through the splendor of the past

We begin in Tunis with a walking tour and a visit to the Grand Mosque. Next up is Dougga in northern Tunisia, where we see how an Indigenous city develops over millennia. The sacred city of Kairouan is intellectually and spiritually awe-inspiring. A highlight of the trip is our four-wheel drive through the golden triangle of Chebika, Mides, and Tamerza, which have provided scenery for filmmakers in search of Biblical landscapes.

Our time in Algiers and Constantine is filled with excursions to ancient towns, archaeological museums, and cities that have brought modern necessities and burgeoning populations to areas that maintain a fascinating historical perspective. Both rustic and upscale cuisine will be enjoyed throughout our journey.

Dates

March 21–April 5, 2026

Duration

16 days

Price

From approx. $9,495 per person

Trip size

26 participants

Minimum age

18 years

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Faculty leader

A different kind of classroom

With renowned Stanford faculty and scholars leading the way, every Travel/Study trip is a one-of-a-kind educational experience.

Martha Crenshaw

Political Science   

Martha is a senior fellow emerita in Stanford’s prestigious international-focused institutions: the Center for International Security and Cooperation, part of the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies.

Learn more about Martha

“Professor Crenshaw possesses that rare combination of extensive knowledge and the ability to communicate it flawlessly and effectively. She is a star!”

—Dick Foley

Trip details

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Getting around

Several of our days require several hours of driving, from 5 to 8 hours, not including stops along the way for visits and lunches and to stretch our legs. We travel by motor coach and also by four-wheel-drive vehicle due to conditions of some of the roads.

Activity level

We consider this trip strenuous and physically demanding. Much of the walking takes place at ancient sites, where paths can be rocky and uneven. In some instances where there are steps, handrails may not be present. Participants must be physically fit, active, and in good health.

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