Travel Type
Tour
Duration
7 Days/6 Nights
Country
Morocco
Private itineraries with driver in Morocco from 2 to 6 participants, including transportation and service of a private driver from city to city and official local guides for the visits of the mentioned sites and cities)
Inclusions
6-night accommodation at the hotels or Riads including 1 night in a tent in the Sahara Desert
12 meals: 6 breakfasts, 6 dinners (including 1 dinner show in Marrakesh at Palais Dar sokkar or similar)
Return airport transfers
Transportation by an air-conditioned minivan with private driver, throughout the tour
Transfer by 4×4 from Erfoud to Merzouga, return
Camel ride from Merzouga to the Nomad Camp for the beautiful sunset or sunrise
Full day guided city tour of Marrakech
Visit and entrance fees to all the historical and touristic sites mentioned in the itinerary
2 bottles of water per person per day
Exclusions
International flights – Any meals or drinks not mentioned in the itinerary – Gratuities to the driver and local guides – Travel insurance – All other items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional Information
Note
Guaranteed daily departures available if you have your own party of 2 to 6 participants!
The tour is executed in a comfortable minivan with a local bilingual driver. Official local guides will join the group for certain visits and attractions mentioned in the inclusions
1
DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN CASABLANCA OR MARRAKESH
Upon arrival at Casablanca or Marrakech airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Accommodation and dinner at the hotel.
Meals : Dinner
Accommodation : Marrakesh for 2 nights
2
DAY 2 MARRAKESH
The day is dedicated to the discovery of the Red imperial city “Marrakesh la Rouge” with the local guide. We will visit the Koutoubia, it fascinates by the beauty of its forms and architecture. We will also see Bahia Palace, a group of houses were assembled and arranged to design a Palace at the end of the 19th century by the Moroccan architect El Mekki on behalf of the great vizier Ahmed ben Moussa also known as Ba Hmad (1841-1900). The visit will continue with the Saadian Tombs, from the famous Saadian dynasty. This superb royal tomb testifies the refinement of the Hispano-Moorish architecture which characterize 16th century. We will also visit the Menara Gardens. After lunch break (not included), continuation towards the famous square, Jema El Fna, and a walk through the various souks (markets) to see all kinds of wonders for sale. Tonight we have dinner in a traditional restaurant in Marrakesh.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
3
DAY 3 MARRAKESH - OUARZAZATE - ZAGORA 197 KM
After breakfast, depart to Ouarzazate, through the High Atlas Mountains, passing by Tizin Tichka (2260 m). Stop in Kasbah d’Ait Ben Haddou, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to take pictures. Continue towards Zagora, via Draa Valley. Visit of Zagora and Amzrou, ancient Jewish village.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Zagora for 1 night
4
DAY 4 ZAGORA- ERFOUD- MERZOUGA 338 KM
After breakfast, departure to Erfoud. Stop in Rissani, Tafilalt’s ancient capital and stop for a visit of Kasbah from the 17th century and the ruins of Ksar Abbar. After your free time for lunch, proceed to Erfoud. Once you reach Erfoud, you will transfer to a 4×4 vehicle to cross the majestic dunes towards Merzouga. Enjoy a camel ride where you will soon learn about a Bedouin’s lifestyle. Following that, a guided visit of the surroundings and admire the beautiful sunset. Overnight at a desert camp in nomad tents.
Note: This Nomad Camp doesn’t serve alcohol but you can bring your own wine.
Note: This Nomad Camp doesn’t serve alcohol but you can bring your own wine.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Merzouga under the tent for 1 night
5
DAY 5 MERZOUGA - ERFOUD - TINGHIR - OUARZAZATE 364 KM
After breakfast, return to Erfoud in a 4×4 vehicle and departure to Ouarzazate, via Rissani for a stop to visit a fossil museum where you will find a well-presented collection curated by Moroccan paleontologist Brahim Tahari; it includes fossils, bones, minerals, flints, crystals, and assorted oddities. There is a shop should you want to purchase your own bit of prehistory. Continuation towards Tinghir, a charming town known for its magnificent palm-grove and its famous Todra Gorge. We then cross Dades valley Kelaa M’gouna (the City of Roses) and Skoura.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Ouarzazate for 1 night
6
DAY 6 OUARZAZATE - MARRAKESH
After breakfast, stop at the Taourirt Kasbah, a citadel set against the backdrop of the Atlas Mountains. Departure for Marrakesh by passing through Tizi n‘Tichka, the highest mountain in Northern Africa.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Marrakesh for 1 night
7
DAY 7 MARRAKESH 20 KM
After breakfast, transfer to the airport.
Meals : Breakfast
HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR
BRONZE
Marrakesh: Bab Hotel // Riad Soir (from Nov 15, 2024)
Zagora: Dar Soufiane
Mergouza: Sahara Adventures
Ouarzazate: Dar Chamaa
SILVER
Marrakesh: Longue Vie
Zagora: Kasbah Sirocco
Mergouza: Café Sud
Ouarzazate: Oscar
GOLD:
Marrakesh: Barcelo // Kenzi Rose Garden (from Nov 15, 2024)
Zagora: Dar Hnini
Mergouza: Riad Tama // Luzury Oasis Camp (from Nov 15, 2024)
Ouarzazate: Jaal Resort
INFORMATION REGARDING THE ACCOMMODATION
3 types of accommodation are offered according to your budget: Bronze category hotels (a combination of Moroccan basic 4* hotels and Riads comparable to a good Canadian 3*); Silver category hotels (a combination of good Moroccan 4* hotels and Riads comparable to Canadian 4*) OR Gold category hotels (a combination of good Moroccan 5* hotels and Riads comparable to Canadian superior 4*).
The stars attributed to hotels in Morocco are based on the North African standards. We consider one or two stars lower than the American or European standards. The hotels are safe, clean and well located, Riads are charming and special accommodation that are not rated. They are often located inside the medina (old historic center) and a short walk through the pedestrian streets can be required to get to the Riad. Similar hotels can come back confirmed. The official list of accommodation will be remitted along with the travel documents, 3 weeks prior to departure.
Riads are charming small hotels in Morocco.
Rates in CA$, per person, starting from, in double occupancy LAND RATE 2024-2025 | ||||
LOW SEASON: November 1 – December 23, 2024 | BRONZE | SILVER | GOLD | |
| Base on 2 People in 1 Room | 2159 | 2499 | 2649 | |
| Base on 4 People in 2 Rooms | 1549 | 1879 | 2049 | |
| Base on 6 People in 3 Rooms | 1389 | 1729 | 1879 | |
HIGH SEASON: December 24, 2024 – January 7, 2025 | BRONZE | SILVER | GOLD | |
| Base on 2 People in 1 Room | 2169 | 2549 | 2739 | |
| Base on 4 People in 2 Rooms | 1559 | 1929 | 2129 | |
| Base on 6 People in 3 Rooms | 1399 | 1789 | 1959 | |
3 types of accommodation are offered according to your budget: Bronze category hotels (a combination of Moroccan basic 4* hotels and Riads comparable to a good Canadian 3*); Silver category hotels (a combination of good Moroccan 4* hotels and Riads comparable to Canadian 4*) OR Gold category hotels (a combination of good Moroccan 5* hotels and Riads comparable to Canadian superior 4*).
The stars attributed to hotels in Morocco are based on the North African standards. We consider one or two stars lower than the American or European standards. The hotels are safe, clean and well located, Riads are charming and special accommodation that are not rated. They are often located inside the medina (old historic center) and a short walk through the pedestrian streets can be required to get to the Riad. Similar hotels can come back confirmed. The official list of accommodation will be remitted along with the travel documents, 3 weeks prior to departure.
Riads are charming small hotels in Morocco.
**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. Prices include the contribution of customers to the Compensation Fund for clients of Quebec travel agents.
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Moroccan Desert Escapade – Detailed Itinerary
Moroccan Desert Escapade – Detailed Itinerary
