Day 1 - arrive into Marrakech; private transfer directly to your chosen riad.
Day 2 - a private half day guided tour of Marrakech's main historic sights, including the souks and the Djemma el Fna; afternoon - free time to relax or explore further.
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A city break & desert adventure combined; let us whisk you away to the Sahara for two nights under the stars (or in luxury Bedouin tents).
START / FINISH - Marrakech.
Activity code: MOHO03
Duration: 7 Days
The Souks and Sahara Adventure is a "once in a lifetime" holiday on which you experience the incredible variety of Morocco. The trip combines the fabulous and magical city of Marrakech, the stark beauty of the High Atlas Mountains and the incredible panoramic views and solitude of the real Sahara. This is a unique, deluxe holiday - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Our Marrakech and the desert itinerary is a popular, tried and trusted holiday in Morocco for couples and families looking for something a little different that can be done in just one week. Extra nights in the Atlas Mountains or in Essaouira at the coast are also popular add-ons if you have a little more time. Each holiday itinerary is an individual booking and includes door-to-door private transfers, two nights in the Sahara and some great off the beaten track scenery in between.
Important Information
City Tours include an English-speaking guide, all transport and entry fees to historic monuments; followed by an exploration of the souks and focal points of the medina including the iconic Djemma el Fna.
Flights available to book with us through a range of airlines, from various UK airports to Marrakech. If we book your flights this means that your holiday will also be fully ATOL protected.
Prices shown are a guideline "from" (in UK Pounds) and are based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults. Single supplements may need to be applied to the twin/double price and discounts for children (under 12yrs) and/or a 3rd adult sharing a room are available upon request. Quoted prices for individual enquiries will depend upon your chosen accommodation, room availability and dates of travel. We always aim to match a high quality experience with exceptional value for money. Discounts will apply if there are 3 or more people in your travelling party as fixed costs such as transportation and guides will be shared equally between the group.
Based upon 2 persons travelling.
Itinerary
Day 1 - arrive into Marrakech; private transfer directly to your chosen riad.
Day 2 - a private half day guided tour of Marrakech's main historic sights, including the souks and the Djemma el Fna; afternoon - free time to relax or explore further.
Depart on your three day Sahara Adventure by 4WD. Travelling in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver for a full circuit of the south - over the High Atlas via the Tichka Pass, visiting to the famus Kasbah at Ait Ben Haddou and taking in a scenic drive down the Draa Valley all the way to Zagora at the edge of the Sahara. Overnight at a small hotel near Zagora.
Day 4 - local sightseeing at Tamegroute (ancient library & pottery); a picnic lunch at an oasis then onward drive to the wild and remote Ch'Gagga dunes for your night at a luxury desert camp.
Day 5 - a camel meharee after breakfast; return to Marrakech via an alternative route so that you see an even greater variety of fabulous scenery.
Free day for optional extra sightseeing & activities, e.g. a cookery class, quad biking in the Palmeraie, a visit to the incredible Cascades of Ouzoud.
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