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Camel trek or Jeep into the Sahara Desert

Transport

Marrakech Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 8 All transportation and transfers in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles

Accommodation

6 nights 3 - 4 star hotels and 1 night simple accommodation at Sahara Desert camp (hotel alternative available)

Meals

Breakfast daily, 4 lunches and 5 dinners inclusive of a traditional Berber meal in the Sahara

Guide

Guided sightseeing - Merzouga, Dades Gorge, Ait Benhaddou and Marrakech Escorted by a licensed English speaking Moroccan tour guide Specialist guides in some cities

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Flights

International flights are not included

Others

International flights and visa Note: On some road journeys, the tour leader may not be in your particular vehicle Tip for your tour guide and driver. We recommend you allow USD$2-3 per day, per traveller for your guide and USD$1-2 per day, per traveller for your driver. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture

Optional

Every traveler must have suitable travel insurance to take part in this tour.

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Marrakech

23 December. Welcome to Morocco! Arrival transfer from Marrakech airport to our hotel. This evening (at 19:00) our welcome meeting takes place, where you’ll meet your tour leader and fellow travellers.
Day 2 Day 2: Ait Benhaddou
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Ait Benhaddou

Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Skoura. This morning we drive onwards to the legendary Ait Benhaddou - a ‘fortified city’ situated along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech, boasts some beautiful examples of ancient kasbahs. Only a handful of which remain inhabited. Granted UNESCO World Heritage listing, this incredible site had been the setting for many films including Gladiator. After exploring Ait Benhaddou we travel onwards to Skoura where we have an evening at leisure.
Day 3 Day 3: Xmas Dinner At Dades Gorge
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Xmas Dinner At Dades Gorge

Skoura – Dades Gorge. Merry Christmas! We spend the morning visiting the kasbah Amridil before continuing to Gorge du Dades in the Dades valley. On arrival we take some time to explore the gorges, palmeries and kasbah ruins. We then have the evening to relax before enjoying a great Xmas dinner in the beautiful surroundings.
Day 4 Day 4: Camel Trek Into The Sahara
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Camel Trek Into The Sahara

Dades Gorge - Erg Chebbi sand dunes. Crossing the Jebel Sarhro, we head down to Erg Chebbi sand dunes, which signify the start of the mighty Sahara Desert. In parts the vast sand pile reaches skyward to heights of 150 metres! The desert winds ensure this astonishing landscape is forever changing and no two days offer the same panorama. Mounting our camels, we trek across the vast rolling dunes of the Sahara and soak up the breath-taking scenery. If you would prefer to take a Jeep to the Berber camp, this can be arranged locally through your guide at no additional cost. Arriving at our simple Berber camp, we enjoy dinner and an evening by the campfire, under the spectacular Saharan night sky. Remember to wrap up warm! If you would prefer the comfort of a hotel with en-suite facilities this evening, opt for our Sahara hotel alternative at no additional cost. Please do let us know your preferred option at the time of booking.
Day 5 Day 5: The Picturesque Draa Valley
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: The Picturesque Draa Valley

Erg Chebbi – Agdz – Ouarzazate. Today we travel through Mercissi and Nkob in the Saghro Moutain region, passing the incredible rock formations and wells that have been dug over centuries by the nomads to get access to water, along the way. Onwards to the small town of Agdz, with its Palmeries, ancient Kasbahs and incredible views of Jebel Kissane Mountain. Our final stop of the day is Ouarzazate – Morocco’s film capital, where we lay our heads for the evening. This evening we enjoy a group meal together.
Day 6 Day 6: Ouarzazate
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Ouarzazate

Ouarzazate – Marrakech. Famous for being a prime filming location for many Hollywood TV shows and Blockbusters, we have the opportunity to explore the World’s largest film studio this morning. Be sure to explore the iconic Colosseum used in ’Gladiator’ and the prop jet used in ’Jewel of the Nile’. Carrying on we continue to Kasbah Telouet. Built in 1860 this kasbah was once home to the very wealthy Thami El Glaoui until he conspired with French Colonialists to delay Morocco’s fight for independence. Descending into the city of Marrakech, Morocco’s pink city. We have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the Medina and the delights of Djemaa el Fna, the exuberant market place, which is a hive of activity, sights and smells at both day and night.
Day 7 Day 7: Djemaa El Fna
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Djemaa El Fna

This morning we tour magical Marrakech, an exotic pink city of snake charmers, steamy hammams, bustling souks and hidden palaces. The focal point and highlight of the city is the Koutoubia mosque and Djemaa el Fna - the central square, which is an extraordinary market place full of colour, music, spicy aromas and traders. Best seen in the evening when the square is overflowing with food stalls, dancers, acrobats, fortune tellers, musicians and henna artists. This afternoon and evening is free for you to explore independently, soak up the incredible atmosphere and test your bartering skills in the souks. Perhaps pamper yourself with a steamy hammam!
Day 8 Day 8: Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Marrakech

30 December. Our Moroccan adventure concludes after breakfast. Happy travels! If you would like to extend your trip and spend New Year’s Eve in Marrakech or by the coast in Essaouira, take a look at our Rock the Kasbah or Surf the New Year tour.

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Christmas In Morocco - 8 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Christmas In Morocco - 8 Days

Day 1: Marrakech

Day 2: Ait Benhaddou

Day 3: Xmas Dinner At Dades Gorge

Day 4: Camel Trek Into The Sahara

Day 5: The Picturesque Draa Valley

Day 6: Ouarzazate

Day 7: Djemaa El Fna

Day 8: Marrakech

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