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8-Day 4x4 Moroccan Highlights Adventure

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Overview

Discover the epic Sahara Desert, the southern oasis and valleys and the Atlas Mountains on a guided 4x4 Morocco adventure tour of our beautiful country.

Travelling by a luxury 4x4 Land Cruiser across Morocco will enable you to cover a vast amount of terrain in the most enjoyable and relaxing way. On your off-road adventure, you'll cover some of the most famous and interesting sites across the desert and mountains while getting to know the cultures and traditions and that are held here.

This way of travelling is highly recommended to first-time travellers to Morocco and also to those who want an intimate, personal experience that is seamless from beginning to end.
Culture & Arts
Outdoors & Nature
Sightseeing
Hiking & Trekking

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Marrakesh

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Arrival in Marrakesh

Transfer from airport to hotel and spend the rest of the day relaxing in Marrakesh. You can either explore the city at your leisure or enjoy the facilities of the hotel where you will also dine tonight.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Atlas Asni4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    MarrakeshOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Marrakesh Menara Airport to Hôtel Atlas Asni

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Marrakesh

Day 2

Sightseeing in Marrakesh

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Sightseeing in Marrakesh

Spend the day visiting the famous sites of Marrakesh where you'll learn about the history of the Imperial Red City and how it came to get this name. In the afternoon, visit of the famous, lively Djemaa El Fna Square with its surrounding souks and handicraft centres. In the evening, you could return here to witness the dramatic change as the evening entertainers come out.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Atlas Asni4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Menara Gardens

    Bahia Palace

    Tombs of Saadian

    Koutoubia Mosque

    Jemaa el-Fna

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    Restaurants

    Dar Essalam RestaurantOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Marrakesh

Day 3

The Morocco Adventure Tour Begins

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The Morocco Adventure Tour Begins

Spend the day driving by 4x4 to Ouarzazate to start your Morocco adventure tour, this slightly bumpy yet scenic ride will take your through the Tizi n'Tichka Pass and past the infamous Ait Ben Haddou before arriving in Ouarzazate. You'll feel as though you are in a movie set - you are!

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    Accommodation

    Riad Lamane3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Ouarzazate by 4x4

    Tizi n'TichkaOptional Activity

    Ouarzazate

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    Restaurants

    L'Oasis D'orOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Marrakesh

    Ouarzazate

    Tizi N'Tichka

    Ouarzazate Province

    Zagora Province

Day 4

Saharan Adventure

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Saharan Adventure

Cross into the Sahara and visit famous kasbahs and explore the sand dunes. Today is all about desert architecture and the fascinating example that can be found in this region. You'll also get to know the people who survive in such arid landscapes and the products that can be made from it.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Tombouctou4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Tamgroute Excursion

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    Restaurants

    Hotel Tombouctou

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Zagora Province

    Tamegroute

    Hassilabied

Day 5

Desert Adventure and Nature Hike

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Desert Adventure and Nature Hike

Enjoy a beautiful sunrise over the Sahara before breakfast and then drive to the stunning Dades Valley. You'll have lots of opportunities to stop to take photographs and do a little hiking through this challenging landscape. You'll explore with Berber guides who have lived in this area as travellers for centuries. At the end of your hike, you'll rest for the remainder of the day.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Xaluca Dades4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Sunrise over the Sand Dunes

    Dades Gorges

    Gorge Todra Hike

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    Restaurants

    Hotel Tombouctou

    Hotel Xaluca Dades

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Todra River to Dades Xaluca Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Hassilabied

    Errachidia Province

    Drâa-Tafilalet

    Province de Tinghir

    Boumalne Dades

Day 6

Explore the Atlas Mountains

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Explore the Atlas Mountains

Continue your journey through the countryside of the Atlas mountains by visiting the Skoura villages. This is a unique opportunity to meet some locals and learn about the history of the area, having once thrived in the 17th century as a trading centre. These dusty plains were once thriving with travellers from all over the world who came to exchange goods. You'll finish the day in Ouarzazate.

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    Accommodation

    Riad Salam Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Skoura Villages

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    Restaurants

    L'Oasis D'orOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Boumalne Dades

    Skoura

    Ouarzazate Province

Day 7

Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Continue our journey back towards Marrakesh, this time stopping at Ait Ben Haddou - UNESCO site and most important kasbah in Morocco. Few people still live in Ait Ben Haddou, however, many still sell their wares within the city. Ait Ben Haddou has featured in many films which brought this area fame and tourism.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Atlas Asni4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Taourirt Kasbah

    Ait Ben Haddou‌

    Telouet Kasbah

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    Restaurants

    Chez Ali MarrakeshOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Telouet to Marrakesh

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Ouarzazate Province

    Ouarzazate

    Aït Benhaddou

    Telouet

    Marrakesh

    Marrakesh-Safi

Day 8

Departure Day

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Departure Day

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and prepare for departure.

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Marrakesh to Marrakesh Menara Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Marrakesh

Included in Price

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • 14 activities
  • 7 breakfasts and 5 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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