Description
This 10-day desert tour departing from Agadir invites you to discover the many faces of Morocco, from its imperial cities to its golden dunes. You will explore Marrakech, Rabat, Fez, and Meknes, while crossing the Atlas Mountains, green valleys, oases, and Atlantic coastlines. This comprehensive trip will provide you with unforgettable experiences: camel rides in the Sahara, magical nights under the stars, visits to World Heritage-listed kasbahs, and immersion in Moroccan traditions.
Highlights of the tour
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Authentic discovery of the Sahara in Merzouga: camel ride in the dunes of Erg Chebbi and night in a Berber tent.
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Tour of Casablanca and the majestic Hassan II Mosque, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
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Explore the impressive Todgha Gorge, a natural gem surrounded by towering cliffs.
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Cultural and spiritual discovery of Fez, famous for its thousand-year-old medina and Islamic universities.
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Tour of Rabat, the capital of the kingdom, including the Hassan Tower, the Kasbah of the Udayas, and the Royal Palace.
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Stopover in Essaouira, a coastal city listed by UNESCO, renowned for its artistic atmosphere and lively port.
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Crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains and stopping in Azrou and Midelt, among majestic cedars and Barbary macaques.
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Visit the Ksar of Aït Ben Haddou, a World Heritage Site and the setting for numerous international films.
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Discover Taroudant, nicknamed “Little Marrakech,” and Taliouine, the capital of Moroccan saffron.
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Return to Agadir along the picturesque southern road, passing mountains, kasbahs, and Saharan landscapes.
What’s included
- Comfortable and comprehensive services throughout the tour
- Moroccan private driver, speaking several languages
- Accommodation including breakfast and dinner each day, depending on the category chosen
- Certified local guides in major cultural and historical cities
- Round-trip transfers to and from the airport at the beginning and end of the trip
- Camel ride in the Merzouga desert (for desert tours)
- Overnight stay in a Saharan camp with traditional entertainment (for desert tours)
What is excluded
- Accommodation.
- Drinks.
- Entrance fees to tourist sites.
- Personal purchases.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Agadir – Essaouira
After breakfast, depart for the coastal city of Essaouira. On the way, you will pass through the rural areas of Souss before arriving at this charming fortified city. Explore its multicultural heritage—Phoenician, Berber, Portuguese, and French—through its narrow streets, art galleries, and bustling port. Stroll along the beach or discover the region's traditional craftsmanship in working with thuja wood.
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Day 2: Essaouira – Marrakech
After breakfast, departure for Marrakech through the argan forests, unique in the world. You will have the opportunity to visit women's cooperatives producing argan oil. Arrival in Marrakech at the end of the day.
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Day 3: Guided tour of Marrakech
A day dedicated to discovering the "Red City." You will visit the main historical and cultural sites: the Saadian Tombs, the El Bahia and El Badi palaces, the Ben Youssef Madrasa, and the Koutoubia Mosque. In the afternoon, stroll through the Majorelle and Menara gardens before immersing yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Jemaa El-Fna Square, among snake charmers, storytellers, and musicians.
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Day 4: Marrakech – Casablanca
After breakfast, departure for Casablanca. Free time to explore this modern metropolis and its dynamic atmosphere on the Atlantic coast.
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Day 5: Casablanca – Rabat – Meknes – Fez
After breakfast, visit the Hassan II Mosque before continuing on to Rabat, the administrative capital. Discover the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of the Udayas. Continue on to Meknes, the former imperial capital, to admire the monumental Bab El Mansour gate and the Sahrij Swani basin. Arrive in Fez at the end of the day.
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Day 6: Fez – Azrou – Midelt – Imilchil
Departure after breakfast for the Middle Atlas Mountains. Pass through Ifrane, nicknamed "Little Switzerland," then stop in Azrou in the cedar forest where Barbary macaques live. Lunch en route before crossing Midelt and the Atlas valleys. Arrival in Imilchil, a Berber village perched between mountains and lakes.
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Day 7: Imilchil – Todgha Gorges – Merzouga
Early departure for the spectacular Todgha Gorges, where you can admire cliffs over 300 meters high. Lunch on site, then drive to Erfoud and Rissani before reaching Merzouga. There you will meet your camels for an unforgettable ride through the golden dunes of the Sahara and enjoy the sunset. Dinner and overnight stay in a traditional camp under the stars.
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Day 8: Merzouga – Draa Valley – Aït Ben Haddou
Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the dunes. Return by camel, then depart for Rissani and continue through the desert landscapes of southern Morocco. Pass through Tazarine and N'Koub before arriving in the Draa Valley, famous for its palm groves and kasbahs. Dinner and overnight stay in Aït Ben Haddou.
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Day 9: Aït Ben Haddou – Taliouine – Taroudant
After breakfast, visit the famous UNESCO-listed ksar of Aït Ben Haddou. Then drive to Tazenakht, a center for traditional weaving, before continuing on to Taliouine, a region known for its saffron production. Visit the saffron museum, then continue on to Taroudant, a charming fortified town.
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Day 10: Taroudant – Agadir
After breakfast, explore Taroudant, nicknamed "Little Marrakech" for its ochre ramparts and traditional souks. Then depart for Agadir, arriving in the afternoon. End of the tour.
