15 days in Mali Itinerary

Gao is known for historic sites and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Tomb of Askia.

To see reviews, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, read Gao online trip planner.

Newark, USA to Gao is an approximately 26-hour flight. Traveling from Newark to Gao, you'll lose 5 hours due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Newark, expect a bit warmer days and much warmer nights in Gao, ranging from highs of 87°F to lows of 87°F. You will leave for Mopti on the 6th (Wed).

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Thu): admire the landmark architecture of Grand Mosque of Mopti and then trek along Bandiagara Cliffs (Dogon Country).

To see maps, photos, and tourist information, use the Mopti driving holiday tool.

Traveling by car from Gao to Mopti takes 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and car. Traveling from Gao in September, Mopti is slightly colder at night with lows of 75°F. You will leave for Djenne on the 8th (Fri).

On the 9th (Sat), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Great Mosque Of Djenne, explore the ancient world of Jenne-Jeno, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Niger River.

To see maps, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Djenne tour itinerary website.

Getting from Mopti to Djenne by car takes about 2.5 hours. In September, daily temperatures in Djenne can reach 92°F, while at night they dip to 75°F. On the 10th (Sun), you're off to Bamako.

Bamako is known for nature, shopping, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the galleries of Musee National de Bamako, hunt for treasures at Bamako City Centre Market, take in the spiritual surroundings of Yacouba Guindo Mosque, and admire nature's wide array of creatures at Zoo National du Mali.

To see photos and other tourist information, go to the Bamako road trip planning app.

Traveling by car from Djenne to Bamako takes 9 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Bamako can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 71°F. You will leave for home on the 15th (Fri).