11 days in Mali Itinerary

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Bandiagara Cliffs (Dogon Country) and Grand Mosque of Mopti.

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Kursk, Russia to Mopti is an approximately 120-hour car ride. You'll gain 3 hours traveling from Kursk to Mopti due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Kursk in January, expect Mopti to be warmer, temps between 90°F and 59°F. You'll set off for Djenne on the 21st (Sat).

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): explore the ancient world of Jenne-Jeno and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Great Mosque Of Djenne.

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Drive from Mopti to Djenne in 2.5 hours. In January, daily temperatures in Djenne can reach 92°F, while at night they dip to 63°F. On the 23rd (Mon), you're off to Bamako.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Musee National de Bamako and Cathedral of Bamako. Escape the urban bustle at Parc national du Mali, Bamako and Niger River. There's lots more to do: meet the residents at Zoo National du Mali, hunt for treasures at Bamako City Centre Market, make a trip to Bamako Grand Mosque, and pause for some photo ops at Monument de l"Independance.

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Traveling by car from Djenne to Bamako takes 9 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January in Bamako, expect temperatures between 91°F during the day and 62°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Thu) to allow time for travel back home.