Description
Embark on a 7-day tour from Marrakesh, combining natural landscapes and cultural treasures.
Upon arrival in Marrakech, you will be transferred to the medina, the bustling heart of the city, where narrow streets are filled with colors, scents, and local merchants.
This trip will take you to the authentic south of Morocco, crossing the imposing Atlas Mountains and visiting the historic fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou.
You will experience a magical night in the desert, under a breathtaking starry sky.
Finally, you will discover the peaceful atmosphere of Essaouira, offering a pleasant contrast to the hustle and bustle of Marrakech, for an experience combining culture and nature.
Highlights of the tour
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Guided tour of the medina of Marrakech.
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Crossing the Atlas Mountains with panoramic views.
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Discover the village of Ait Ben Haddou and the Todra Gorge.
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Overnight stay in a desert camp and camel ride.
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Explore the coastal city of Essaouira with tastings of local specialties.
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Immersion in Moroccan culture.
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Découverte de la gastronomie traditionnelle et expérience de shopping dans les souks.
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: Arrival in Marrakech
Upon arrival, transfer to your accommodation. In the afternoon, guided tour of the main cultural sites and monuments of Marrakech.
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Day 2: Marrakech – Atlas Mountains – Tizi N'Tichka – Ait Ben Haddou – Skoura – Dades Valley
Early morning departure towards the southeast, crossing the Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi N'Tichka pass.
Guided tour of the historic village of Ait Ben Haddou, famous for its adobe buildings and as the setting for numerous films.
Continue to Skoura and Kelaa Mgouna to reach the Dades Valley, with its breathtaking landscapes and impressive rock formations.
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Day 3: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Erg Chebbi
After breakfast, departure for the Erg Chebbi dunes. Stop at the impressive Todra Gorges, surrounded by palm groves irrigated by the river.
Continue to Erfoud via Tinjdad and Jorf, with a lunch break.
In the afternoon, departure for a camel ride to the camp in the heart of the dunes, with free time to watch the sunset and go sandboarding. Overnight stay in a traditional tent in the desert.
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Day 4: Erg Chebbi – Rissani – Alnif – Nkob – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate
Early wake-up to admire the sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast.
Departure for Ouarzazate, passing through Rissani (if it is market day). Continue via Alnif and Nkob with a lunch break.
In the afternoon, cross the Draa Valley, famous for its palm groves, and drive through the Anti-Atlas Mountains to Ouarzazate for the night.
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Day 5: Ouarzazate – Marrakech – Essaouira
Morning dedicated to exploring the surroundings of Ouarzazate and the picturesque Ounila Valley.
Return to Marrakech via the Tizi N'Tichka Pass.
Free evening to stroll through the souks and Jemaa El Fna Square.
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Day 6: Essaouira
A day dedicated to exploring Essaouira, a charming and peaceful city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Stroll through the medina, visit the Sqala and the old port to watch the fishermen.
Seafood lunch and walk on the beach.
Depending on your flight the next day, you can choose to spend the night in Essaouira or return to Marrakech.
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Day 7: Transfer to the airport
Free morning depending on flight schedule and transfer to Marrakech airport for the end of the tour.
