Algeria's Eclipse
Encounter a Total Solar Eclipse
On August 2, 2027, a total solar eclipse will sweep across North Africa, casting its shadow on Algeria, a lesser-traveled country marked by centuries of cultural exchange and a generous spirit of hospitality. This small group journey celebrates this historic occurrence, as one of the rarest celestial events of the century envelops a country brimming with exceptional cultural treasures (and few fellow travelers).
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What to Expect
Uncover Algeria’s fascinating sites, from the UNESCO-listed Roman city of Djemila and the coastal ruins of Tipasa and Cherchell to the whitewashed alleyways of Algiers’ Casbah. The trip culminates with a private viewing of the total solar eclipse in Oran. Throughout the journey, revel in the expertise and guidance of the trip's exclusive trip astronomer and an unmatched trip leader.
Trip Highlights
Experience a total solar eclipse in comfort and exclusivity in Oran, Algeria’s most cosmopolitan city
Travel in the company of an expert astronomer and a renowned GeoEx Trip Leader
Explore the UNESCO-listed Casbah of Algiers, a maze-like medina inhabited since 600BCE
Wander Djemila, Cherchell, and Timgad, among the best-preserved archaeological destinations in North Africa
Upcoming Departures
- July 25 – August 3, 2027Led by Bill Jones(Waitlist only; please call)
- July 25 – August 3, 2027Led by Issam Gharib
- July 26 – August 4, 2027Led by Tese Wintz Neighbor(Waitlist only; please call)
Trip Pricing
- Group Trip: From $11,850
Based on double occupancy
Inclusions
All handpicked accommodations, ground transportation, and airport transfers
All guided sightseeing, events, and experiences
Premier Astronomer, GeoEx Trip Leader, and top-tier local guides
Most meals
All gratuities, excluding GeoEx Trip Leader
Emergency evacuation services and secondary medical expense insurance
Dedicated support from GeoEx’s travel experts and in-house air reservations team
Your Route Through Algeria
Journey at a Glance
Days 1 – 2Algiers & the Highlands
Arrive in scenic Algiers and connect with your group over dinner. Journey into the mountainous Sétif Province. Visit the Sétif Archaeological Museum, famed for its exceptional Roman mosaic.
Days 3 – 4Exploring Ancient Cities
Experience Djemila, an ancient Roman stronghold and home to some of northern Africa’s best preserved Roman ruins. Continue to Constantine and explore its architectural treasures, including its soaring and scenic bridges. Fly to Algiers.
Meet Your Trip Leaders
Dr. David Grinspoon
Astrobiologist David Grinspoon's research explores the evolution of planets, their climates and atmospheres, and the conditions that allow life to emerge and endure. A longtime member of NASA mission science teams, David is passionate about sharing the story of our place in the cosmos and helping others experience the wonder of the night sky.
Issam Gharib
Issam is a celebrated Jordanian program director known for his expertise in English-Arabic translation. Driven by a love for history and a passion for travel, he has been leading trips in the Middle East and North Africa for over 15 years.
Prof. Zach Berta-Thompson
Zach Berta-Thompson is a professor of astrophysics and planetary science at the University of Colorado Boulder. He studies the tiny eclipses of exoplanets (worlds orbiting stars other than our own Sun) to observe the atmospheres of distant extrasolar planets. He loves teaching how to meet the Universe through hands-on observations.
Tese Wintz Neighbor
Tese Wintz Neighbor began guiding in the early 1980s and has since led more than 50 trips. As the Global Classroom Senior Director of the World Affairs Council, she organized teacher training around an international King Tut exhibit and hosts college students and professionals from the Middle East and North Africa at her home in Seattle.
Prof. Erica Ellingson
Erica Ellingson is Professor Emerita of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder and a member of the Center for Astrophysics and Space Astronomy (CASA). In addition to her academic work, she has led numerous public outreach programs and eclipse expeditions, sharing her passion for the night sky with students and travelers alike.
Prof. Nick Schneider
Nick Schneider is a planetary scientist at the University of Colorado in Boulder and leads the Imaging UltraViolet Spectrograph Team on NASA's MAVEN mission to Mars. He has lectured in support of four large eclipse events, focusing on participants’ appreciation of how eclipses work.
Bill Jones
British-born raconteur-explorer Bill Jones has led tours in more than 180 countries over the past 40 years. Bill’s deep knowledge of local history and firsthand experience of the contrasts between the tribulations of some countries and the prosperity of others gives him a unique understanding of the regions in which he leads tours. He is deeply knowledgeable, experienced, caring, informative, and fun.
