06 days fascinating Morocco tour to discover Marrakech and Sahara desert of Merzouga in Morocco.
Description :
Taste the exotic Morocco starting a short tour from the imperial cities of Marrakesh. Lose yourself in the labyrinthine alleyways of Marrakech's famed Djemaa el Fna Square and wander through the ancient medina. Drive through the snow capped Atlas Mountains to the impressive Ait Benhaddou, with its starring role in a number of famous movies, and the majestic sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga where you will have the opportunity to ride camels and spend a celestial overnight in a luxury desert camp.
Highlights :
- Discover the attractive city of Marrakech and its magical medina.
- Drive through the scenic landscapes of the Atlas Mountains.
- Explore old Kasbahs, Magical gorges & authentic Berber villages.
- Taste delicious traditional local food.
- Ride camels into the Sahara Desert.
- Spend a celestial overnight in a luxury desert camp.
- Explore Morocco’s beautiful architecture.
- Refresh yourself driving through the shadowy groves of Draa Valley.
Introduction :
Travel to the pink city of Marrakech to discover the treasures of Morocco spending wonderful time exploring the majestic medina including the famous square of Djemaa Lefna. You will travel to the snow capped Atlas Mountains and the UNESCO heritage of Ait Benhaddaou to reach the majestic dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga Sahara Desert. It is a magnificent travel exploration of Morocco’s highlights.
Program details :
Day 1: Arrival to Marrakech
- 06 days fascinating Morocco tour to discover Marrakech and Sahara desert of Merzouga in Morocco.
Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival to Marrakech you will meet your driver and transferred to your hotel for the check in. The driver will provide a short overview of your entire trip in Morocco. The rest of the day is at leisure. It’s possible you’ll like to begin your exploration of this exceptional and vibrant city, or chill out in your lodge and uncover its facilities. Spend the overnight with dinner at the hotel or Riad.
Meals: Dinner included
Day 2: Marrakech City Tour
- 06 days fascinating Morocco tour to discover Marrakech and Sahara desert of Merzouga in Morocco.
After breakfast, you will be escorted by a local tour guide to explore the city of Marrakech. You will visit the main historical monuments including: the gorgeous Bahia palace built in 19th century, the Saadian tombs a 17th century Royal necropolis, the Koranic School of Ben Youssef, and the Koutoubia mosque built in 12th century. You will also visit the famous Souks; a great place for shopping where you can buy presents for your family, friends or yourselves. Relax in the Majorelle Gardens, a peaceful space in the New Town with exotic botanical plants brought from all over the world. You will finish your tour in the main square of Djemaa Lefna with its story tellers, snake charmers, musicians, acrobats and open air food stalls. You will also have free time to enjoy a soft drink in one of the cafes where you can get amazing panoramic views across the square. Spend the overnight with breakfast at the hotel or Riad.
Meals: Breakfast included.
Day 3: Marrakech - Ait benhadou Kasbah - Rose valley - Dades gorges
- 06 days fascinating Morocco tour to discover Marrakech and Sahara desert of Merzouga in Morocco.
After breakfast, we leave Marrakech venturing through the magnificent Atlas Mountains offering an impressive landscape in the heart of the Atlas Mountain chain to Ouarzazate where many famous movies have been shot such Alexander the Great, The Mummy, The jewel of the Nile, Kingdom of heaven Etc...The scenery is absolutely stunning. We stop to visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou one of the most spectacular fortresses in the South of Morocco and a UNESCO world heritage site. We arrive to Ouarzazate as "The Hollywood of Africa" for lunch. We continue our journey to the valley of Roses known for its annual festival during the roses harvest in May. Spend the night with dinner in Dades valley.
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.
Day 4: Dades gorges - Todra gorges - Erfoud - Merzouga - Erg Chebbi dunes
- 06 days fascinating Morocco tour to discover Marrakech and Sahara desert of Merzouga in Morocco.
After breakfast, we start our day with a drive towards the Todra Gorges where many of rock climbers come to enjoy their preferred sport. Later we continue our journey, following the ancient Bedouin trading routes parallel with the Middle Atlas, passing a series of the fortified villages with outstanding architecture. The route to Erfoud is one of the most pleasing of all the Southern routes. The town is in a dry red built of desert and was built by the French as a central administration town. It is known for its rich black fossils marble. The stone is sculpted to bring the fossils into relief on everything from ashtrays to washbasins and more. We head down to the spectacular Merzouga dunes where sand dunes signify the start of the mighty Sahara Desert. We leave our vehicle and take a camel ride into the desert to a Berber camp. To seal this as an experience of a life time, why not surf the Sahara Desert and try sand Dunes Boarding! After dinner we gather round the fire and enjoy the desert night with traditional Berber drums.
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.
Day 5: Merzouga Desert - Draa Valley - Ouarzazate - Marrakech
- 06 days fascinating Morocco tour to discover Marrakech and Sahara desert of Merzouga in Morocco.
Wake up early to enjoy the fascinating sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi. You will have breakfast at the desert camp before you ride camels to meet your driver and travel back to Marrakech via the stunning Draa valley and Ouarzazate. You will have free time for lunch on the way before you will continue to Marrakech travelling across the High Atlas Mountains. You’ll arrive to Marrakech in the evening around 6.30 pm. Spend the overnight with breakfast at the Riad or Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast included.
Day 6: Marrakech - Back to the Airport
- 06 days fascinating Morocco tour to discover Marrakech and Sahara desert of Merzouga in Morocco.Transfer to Marrakech Menara airport for your return flight with plenty of tales of Arabian and Berber days and nights.
Inclusions :
- Private air conditioned vehicle at disposal.
- Private English Speaking driver throughout your Journey.
- 05 nights' accommodation in the category of hotel chosen.
- Daily breakfast.
- Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Camel treks, where applicable, with the services of a local camel guide.
- Sightseeing by English Speaking local guide as per itinerary in Marrakech.
- Hotel Taxes.
Exclusions :
- Air fare tickets.
- Travel Insurance.
- Lunches.
- Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance fees to the monuments & Museums.
- Drinks.
- Tips.
What you expect :
Explore hundreds of years of history as you tour the important imperial city of Marrakesh.
Feel the unique pulse of Africa in the mythical Djemaa el Fna square of Marrakesh where snake charmers, acrobats and story tellers breathe in the sweet aromas of spices wafting through the air.
Travel through the High Atlas Mountains; enjoy the lush forest area and the sight of Berber homes.
Visit the ancient Kasbah of Benhaddou that was used as a backdrop for legendary Hollywood movies like Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia and Jewel of the Nile.
Discover the hidden delights of a desert camp in the desert of Merzouga. Savor a magical sunset and dine under the stars while enjoying a musical performance by a local band.
Explore the Draa Valley, a stunning oasis home to Berber villages, sumptuous Kasbahs and endless stretches of palm trees and Morocco’s largest river.
Additional Info :
You will receive the final confirmation at time of booking.Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults.
Adult pricing applies to all travelers over 12 years.
Vegetarian food option is available during the tour.
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
Good to know :
Arrival : MarrakechDeparture : Marrakech
Group Size : 02 people and more
Duration : 06 days/ 05 nights
Transportation : 4x4 Jeep - Minivan - Minibus - Coach
Guide : English/French/Spanish/Italian/German/Portuguese
Accommodation : Riads/Boutique Hotels/Guest Houses/Kasbah Hotels/Villas/Desert Camps.
Clothing : Depends on the season of your travel to Morocco.
Note :
The price for the tours will be dependent on numbers, the higher the number of people in your party the lower the cost per person.All accommodation will be private, you will only share vehicles, if applicable.
We are not liable for personal injury or loss of your own property. You should take reasonable care with your belongings at all times.
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