7-Day Morocco Berber Adventure
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Embark on one of the most exciting desert tours through tomorrow on this 8-day adventure!
Marrakesh blends antiquity and modernity with vital, cosmopolitan energy. Heading towards Ouarzazate, you will enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the gorgeous Atlas Mountains and learn about the ancient history of trans-Saharan caravans.
Breathe in the fresh air of the oases of the Sahara Desert; discover the old mystical Berber villages, wander in fascination of each Kasbah and let the spectacular sunset on the dunes of Merzouga become the backdrop of your abundant memories of Morocco.
The extreme contrasts and splendour of the region all make Morocco a magical place of romance, legend and secrecy. However you choose to encounter Morocco, your experience will be one you will treasure for a lifetime.
Marrakesh blends antiquity and modernity with vital, cosmopolitan energy. Heading towards Ouarzazate, you will enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the gorgeous Atlas Mountains and learn about the ancient history of trans-Saharan caravans.
Breathe in the fresh air of the oases of the Sahara Desert; discover the old mystical Berber villages, wander in fascination of each Kasbah and let the spectacular sunset on the dunes of Merzouga become the backdrop of your abundant memories of Morocco.
The extreme contrasts and splendour of the region all make Morocco a magical place of romance, legend and secrecy. However you choose to encounter Morocco, your experience will be one you will treasure for a lifetime.
Itinerary
Day 1
Embark on One of the Best Luxury Desert Tours through Morocco
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Upon your arrival at Marrakesh airport, a driver will be waiting for you with your name on a whiteboard, he will assist you with luggage and transfer you to your Riad. Once settled in, you'll have free time to explore the city.
Accommodation
Hotel La Maison Arabe★5 star
Transportations
Private Driver from Marrakesh Menara Airport to Hotel La Maison Arabe
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Marrakesh
Day 2
Guided Visit of Marrakesh
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After breakfast, the driver and tour guide will meet you and take you on a guided tour of the city. You will be visiting the 12th century Koutoubia Mosque, El Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs with their delicate decorations that considered by many to be a beautiful architectural feature, the Koranic school, Ben Youssef Madrasa and the Jamaa El Fna Square.
Accommodation
Hotel La Maison Arabe★5 star
Activities
Koutoubia Mosque
Tombs of Saadian
Bahia Palace
Ben Youssef Madrasa
Jemaa el-Fna
Transportations
Private Driver from Marrakesh to Marrakesh
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Marrakesh
Day 3
Ouarzazate and Dades Gorge
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After breakfast, you will head to the beautiful south of Morocco, escaping the busy life of Marrakesh. The journey will take you through small Berber villages and across the High Atlas Mountains, to the famous peak of Tizi'n'Tichka. You will have lunch by Ouarzazate, then continue through the beautiful roses valley and the oasis of Skoura before reaching Dades Gorge.
Accommodation
Hotel Xaluca Dades★4 star
Activities
Tizi n'Tichka
Dades Gorges
Transportations
Private Driver from Marrakesh to Dadès Gorges
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Marrakesh
Tizi N'Tichka
Boumalne Dades
Drâa-Tafilalet
Day 4
Todgha Gorge, Erfoud and Merzouga
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After breakfast in Dades Gorge, you will head to Tinghir and Todgha Gorge through a magnificent valley full of green palm trees and olive trees. You will have a walking guided visit on the valley. Lunch will be in Tinghir before you continue to Merzouga where camels are waiting to take you across the golden dune of Erg Chebbi to a luxury camp for the night. This will be a highlight of your luxury desert tour in Morocco.
Accommodation
Sahara Stars Luxury Desert Camp★4 star
Activities
Todras Gorge
Erfoud
Camel Ride in the Merzouga Desert
Transportations
Private Driver from Dadès Gorges to Merzouga
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Boumalne Dades
Tinghir
Erfoud
Hassilabied
Drâa-Tafilalet
Day 5
Merzouga to Ouarzazate via Draa Valley
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After the beautiful sunrise in the Sahara and breakfast, it is time to slowly make your way back to Marrakesh. You will be coming back through the southern route via the village of Aged, the Draa Valley before arriving in Ouarzazate in the afternoon where you will stay for the night. You'll have time to explore the city a little before the night draws in.
Accommodation
Temple des Arts★5 star
Activities
Ouarzazate
Transportations
Private Driver from Merzouga to Ouarzazate
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Drâa-Tafilalet
Ouarzazate
Day 6
Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and Marrakesh
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After breakfast, you will go visit of the iconic Kasbah Taourirt, possibly the Atlas Studios if you get the permission, then depart for the Ait Ben Haddou village, where you will visit the ruins of this ancient Kasbah. Have lunch at Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou before you continue via the Tiz-In-Tichka pass (7,415 ft / 2,260 m) and Taddert before arriving in Marrakesh.
Accommodation
Hotel La Maison Arabe★5 star
Activities
Taourirt Kasbah
Ait Ben Haddou
Transportations
Private Driver from Ouarzazate to Marrakesh
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Ouarzazate
Aït Benhaddou
Marrakesh
Day 7
Departure
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You will be transferred from your hotel to the airport for final departure.
Transportations
Private Driver from Hotel La Maison Arabe to Marrakesh Menara Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Marrakesh
Included in Price
- 6 nights accommodation
- 12 activities
- 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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