2024 - Moroccan Desert Safari Tour
2024 - Moroccan Desert Safari Tour
2024 - Moroccan Desert Safari Tour
7 Days Starting and ending in Marrakech
Visiting: Marrakech, Tinghir, Erfoud, Ouarzazate
Tour operator:
Tour code:
MODS
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 40
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
8-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishFrom:
$836
$794 (USD)
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$42
Tour Overview
This 7 day tour, starts and ends in Marrakech, Morocco. This tour starts with a full day Marrakech city tour, visiting Djemma El Fna Square, Bahia Palace and Koutoubia Mosque. From Marrakech we jump in our 4WD and head towards the Sahara Desert, passing over the Atlas Mountains. Along the way we'll also visit the Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO Heritage site. At Merzouga where we'll spend the night in a Desert Berber camp, in the Erg Chebbi sand dunes. Then onto Zagora before returning to Marrakech.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation: Zalagh Kasbah (4 star)
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival our staff will meet you at Marrakech airport (RAK) and transfer you to your hotel in Marrakech for the start of your trip. They'll help you settle in and introduce you to the local area.
Day 2 : Marrakech City Tour
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation: Zalagh Kasbah (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today's excursion in Marrakech, the city's second oldest Imperial City, commences in the morning. Our itinerary includes visits to the Menara Gardens, the Saadian Tombs, the iconic Koutoubia Mosque featuring its symbolically significant minaret, the Dar Si Said Museum, and the Bahia Palace showcasing exquisite Arabic artistry. After a lunch break at the hotel, our afternoon is dedicated to exploring the vibrant old city center. This bustling area houses diverse traders, aromatic souqs, and artisan quarters, providing an authentic essence of Morocco. Our tour culminates at Djemaa el-Fna Square, a lively hub bustling with street food vendors, musicians, and performers-an unmissable highlight of Moroccan culture.
Day 3 : Atlas Mountains, Tich'n'tichka Pass, Ait Benhaddou
Location: Tinghir
Accommodation: Saghro Hotel (3 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Following breakfast, we bid farewell to Marrakech and embark on a scenic drive through the High Atlas mountains, passing the Tich'n'Tichka pass. Our stop at UNESCO-protected Ait Benhaddou, famous from many films, precedes our journey to the desert via Ouarzazate and Kalaat Mgouna. The day concludes in Tinghir for an overnight stay, allowing a serene embrace of the desert's enchantment.
Day 4 : Todra Gorge, Erg Chebbi Desert Sand Dunes, Erfoud
Location: Erfoud
Accommodation: Erfoud Palace (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Embark on a captivating journey from Tinghir to Erfoud, where the rugged beauty of the Todra Gorge awaits. Towering rock faces, some reaching heights of 250 meters, greet you along the way. Erfoud, nestled on the fringes of the renowned Erg Chebbi sand dunes, promises exhilarating adventures, board a 4x4 vehicle for a drive through the rolling dunes before returning to your Erfoud Hotel for dinner and overnight. Upgrade Option: For an additional fee you may can take a 4x4 safari to the sand dunes for sunset, and then head to a comfortable Berber Camp at the edge of the dunes for dinner and overnight.
Day 5 : Todra Gorge, Road Of A Thousand Kasbahs, Ouarzazate
Location: Ouarzazate
Accommodation: Karam Palace (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Embark on an early adventure as the day begins. Those nestled in the desert camp can relish an enchanting sunrise with a camel ride or a serene stroll through the Erg Chebbi dunes. Meanwhile, guests at the Erfoud hotel can opt for a 4x4 desert excursion to witness the breathtaking dawn over the dunes.
Post-breakfast, our path leads away from the desert to the captivating Tinjdad Oasis. Continuing our journey, we encounter the awe-inspiring Dades Canyon near Tinghir, with towering rock formations rising about 250 meters. Traverse the 'Road of a Thousand Kasbahs', passing through Kalaat Mgouna and the scenic Skoura Valley before reaching Ouarzazate, renowned as the 'place of no noise.' This cinematic landscape has been a backdrop for famous films and hosts the prestigious Atlas movie studios. A brief city tour awaits in the afternoon, followed by a delightful dinner at the hotel.
Day 6 : Tizi N'tichka Pass, Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation: Zalagh Kasbah (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Following breakfast, our journey leads us back through the Atlas Mountains and the Tizi N'tichka col en route to Marrakech. Upon arrival, seize the afternoon to delve deeper into Marrakech's lively souqs and vibrant bazaars, perfect for indulging in final sightseeing and picking up souvenirs. The day culminates with a delightful evening in Djemaa el-Fna Square, offering a charming end to the trip after a fulfilling dinner at the hotel.
Day 7 : Marrakech
Accommodation: ()
Meals Included: Breakfast
As our thrilling week in Morocco draws to a close, today marks the conclusion of the journey. You'll enjoy leisure time until your airport transfer for departure.
Depending on your flight schedule, there are additional choices available such as a remarkable hot air balloon excursion or a full-day trip to the picturesque Ourika Valley, featuring a delightful lunch. For those seeking more time exploring Marrakech or opting for extra activities, additional nights in the city can be arranged to accommodate these preferences and extend your experience.
What's Included
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Entrance fees
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Professional English-speaking local tour guides at each site
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English speaking tour leader throughout the tour
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Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, 4 x 4 Landcruisers
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Tips except Driver and Guide
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Meals
7 breakfasts, 0lunches, 7dinners
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Transportation in 4 x 4 Landcruisers whilst in the desert
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Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
What's Not Included
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Compulsory Travel Insurance
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Tips - Driver and Guide
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Suggested optional activities
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