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The majestic Sahara and its charming dunes is a mythical scenery which discovery, when fulfilled, is a delightfully incomparable once in a lifetime experience for a lot of people. Although the Moroccan Sahara is far from Marrakech, the roads are favourably in good condition. An adventure in the desert accompanied by a discovery of the verdant oases, the collapsing kasbahs, the diverse landscapes and the ochre city of Marrakech is all what it takes to create everlasting stunning memories and a marvellous photo album.
This trip consists of 2 nights at Ait Ben Haddou ,1 night at Erg Chebbi, 2 nights at Skoura and 4 nights in Marrakesh
After an early flight to Marrakech, your driver will meet you at the airport to take you through Tizi-n-Tichka Pass to Ait Ben Haddou where you will spend two nights.
Today, you will explore the UNESCO world heritage site and one of the most famous Moroccan spots for Hollywood film makers; Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou. The latter is a historic ighrem or ksar along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech in present-day Morocco. It is considered a great example of Moroccan earthen clay architecture and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.
Hit the road to the fixed desert camp in the Erg Chebbi. After about six hours’ drive towards the east, past the Dades and Todra Gorges, you will reach the spectacular Erg Chebbi where you will spend the night in a desert camp. You will enjoy a fascinating route through a valley of palmeries called Daraa Valley. Next, a camel trek awaits you to discover the desert and spend a night out enjoying the local food and music under the open sky.
Good morning Sahara. Today you will wake and climb the sand dune to experience the most memorable sunrise. It is absolutely breath-taking and you will enjoy every moment of it! You climb down the dune, you will have your breakfast in a very peaceful atmosphere, then you head on back
to visit the Dades Valley, you will have time to discover not only the splendid gorges but also you will enjoy a full day discovery of the splendid kasbahs and palm lands of Skoura. The latter is considered a fertile Oasis with one-thousand palms and home of the Amridil Kasbah, previously featured on the Moroccan 50 dirham note . A breath taking kasbahs and palmeries that one must not miss!
The entire day is dedicated to the exploration of the Skoura and its kasbahs and palm lands.
Today’s journey involves 4x4 driving along the mountainous road to reach Marrakech through the town of Telouet; known for its notorious Glaoui. You will arrive in Marrakech where you will spend your last four nights.
Having enjoyed your breakfast, your driver and guide will pick you up and take you to discover the wonders of Marrakech. Make sure you take your camera fully charged as you will discover some amazing places and meet some wonderful people! Visit the various touristic attractions and historical monuments such as El Koutoubia, Cyber Parc Arsat Moulay Abdeslam, the Souks during the day. And don’t miss Jemaa el-Fna Squarethat metamorphoses into a vivid splendid place full of scents and melodies in the evening.
Today is dedicated to explore the less well-known yet serene and marvellous corners of the ochre ancient city. You could wander around the peaceful Majorelle Gardens, a beautiful and inspiring place where you can relax away from the noise of the souqs. Enjoy the Berber Museum of the Yves Saint Laurent 'Galerie Love' that displays vibrant paintings created by the French fashion designer. In the evening, you could head to Djemaa El Fna, the city's lively main square, or enjoy a dinner at one of best Restaurant in the city.
Morocco is well worth a visit for its unprecedented, diverse and rich culinary art. It is much more than a cuisine; it is a way of life, conviction and manifestation of love and care in the form of a work of art that is also fit to eat. Today, a Moroccan gastronomy course is on the list, but not before enjoying the magnificent city to its last drop of cheer.
Today is your return home day. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel for a private transfer back to your Departure Airport in time for your flight home.
We hope you will have had a very enjoyable and memorable visit, but more importantly have experienced the heritage and culture of the people of this area and have given them an important boost in confidence in these difficult times.
Have a safe journey and we would love to welcome you again !
Time: GMT
Flight time: There is an International Airport at Marrakech. Almost all airlines have routes to the airports. The flying time is about 3 hours from major European cities.
Language: Arabic is Morocco’s official language.
Visas: Not required for European travellers. Other nationalities should obtain advice from the Moroccan embassy in their countries.
Prices and Dates
Guide price from: All the prices are per a person and will be provided upon your enquiry as they may vary time to time depends if the season is high or low and it depends on the extras you would like to include.
Our prices will always include:
Private -your language- speaking driver and Guide throughout the whole visit (if not available, English speaking will be provided).
All accommodations and its City Taxes in authentic locally owned and run Riads
All breakfasts
All ground transportation in private A/C luxury vehicle
Any airport transfers on a private basis
Our prices will exclude:
International flights
Visas
Travel insurance ( must have )
Meals, drinks, Museums entrance fees, any activities unless specified otherwise.
Tips
Items of a personal nature( Laundry, telephone etc…)
Getting there: This itinerary starts in Fes and ends in Marrakech. International return flights from the country you are coming from is not included. However, we are more than happy to help you in providing any advice or recommendation.
Departure dates: This is a tailor-made holiday and can begin on the day you choose.
City highlights:
Marrakech – Merzouga – Sahara – Skoura- Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou
Please be advised that the present circuit is a sample which days, places of stay, itinerary, etc. can be changed, added or removed to suit you. We are gladly at your service to adjust the circuit and design it according to your requirements so as to make your dream holiday come true..