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This holiday of, 8 days in the desert of Morocco from Marrakech. will allow you to immerse yourself in the most magnificent part of the Moroccan Sahara desert, contemplating the contrasts and diversities offered by its different landscapes as it crosses ancient villages, ports, mountain passes and valleys.
Our travel agency Agency offers you an unforgettable Moroccan holiday. The 8-day 7-night private trip to the Merzouga desert from Marrakech is the best approach to immerse yourself in the country’s rich heritage. Participants will tour urban empires with ancient medinas, walls and winding labyrinthine alleys.
You will stroll through the souks (traditional markets), where you can buy everything from hand-woven handicrafts to local delicacies, and stay in riads, or traditional Moroccan historic residences.
Marrakech / Tangier
8:00 Am
The 8-day trip through the Moroccan desert begins with an early pick-up at the airstrip or your hotel in Marrakech, then travel through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains and cross the Tizi-passN-Tichka, with breaks to enjoy wide views of the magnificent surroundings, before reaching the Kasbah of Telouat.
Then we will travel to the well-known Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. It is a fortified village declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The Kasbah has also appeared in several films, including Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy and others. As well as in TV shows like Game of Thrones. Afterwards, we will continue towards Ouarzazate, known as “the desert gate”. Dinner and hotel night are included.
After breakfast, we will head to the Todra Gorges, where the Todra River excavated a huge canyon through the mountains, giving rise to a steep valley of red cliffs. Feel free to explore the gorges and soak up the scenery. Then we will cross the palm farmland of Touroug and Tinjdad. There will be time for lunch along the way.
We will arrive in the afternoon at Merzouga, in the Sahara Desert. You will be transported by camel to tour the arid desert. You will be taken to the top of a high dune to witness the stunning sunset. Then you will head to the luxury desert camp. There he will dance around a bonfire under a starry sky while listening to Berber drum music. Dinner and rest in the camp.
On the fourth day of your Marrakech Desert tour program, you’ll need to wake up early in the morning to watch the breathtaking sunrise in the middle of the desert. You will then return to Merzouga by dromedary, where the driver awaits you. During the 4 days of your route through the desert of Morocco you will visit the area of Merzouga. Sand dunes, wild lakes, mines, fossil deposits and a beautiful oasis are other outstanding features of the area. Which are perfect for a variety of outdoor sports.
In Merzouga, we started our journey driving off-road to an old mine of eyeliners. Then we will go to see the nomads in their hand-woven tent. While enjoying a cup of Berber tea, we will learn about their way of life. Our next excursion is the village of Khamlia, where you will see performances of gnaoua music and dance.
After breakfast, we will leave the desert to visit the city of Rissani, former capital of Tafilalet. Rissani is still an important shopping centre in the region, with a large souk bustling on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. After a walk through the souk of Rissani, we will continue towards Erfoud where we will visit one of the fossilized marble workshops
On day 5 of its program, it will leave the Sahara towards Rissani, an ancient city of the area known for trade, and its great souk. After a walk through Rissani, we will head to Erfoud to visit one of the marble workshops.
Next, we skirt the Ziz River and stop for a panoramic view of the Ziz Valley. In Midelt, we have lunch. Then we travel to Ifrane, a city famous for its cold weather, snow and alpine-style residences. It is said to be the Switzerland of Morocco. Finally, we drop you at your hotel in Fez.
On the 6th of your 8-day circuit from Marrakech, the driver will meet you to visit the main places of Fez. The city is one of the cultural, royal and religious cities of Morocco.
We will start the day by visiting the Royal Palace, also known as Bab Boujloud, which leads to the ancient Medina. Upon entering the Medina, you will be accompanied by a local guide. You can see the Bouanania madrasa, the Najjarine fountain, the Tenerías and, finally, the mosque and the Quaraouin university, the oldest in the world. Then we will leave Medina to visit the Jewish quarter known as “el Mellah”. Then we will go to a medieval fortress with wide views over the Medina of Fez and the city. Then return to your riad.
After breakfast, we head to Meknes, Ismaili capital and one of the royal cities. We will explore Bab Al-Mansour, the Sahrij Souani pond, the Royal Stables and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. We will have lunch in the riad or at the hotel. Next, we will drive 30 km from Meknes to contemplate the ancient Roman walls of Volubilis, classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO as they are considered a historical set of arches and arcades.
After visiting the ruins, we head north through Ouazzane to Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. The city is known as the Blue City. In addition to its houses and streets painted blue. overnight in a hotel.
You may have free time after breakfast to stroll through the magnificent blue city passages, depending on your departure time, before we cross the Rif Mountains to Tangier and transfer you to the airport. The 8-day trip to Morocco has come to an end.