10 days tour

New Year'S In Morocco - 11 Days

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New Year'S In Morocco - 11 Days

This tour includes:

Guide

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

Meals

Breakfast daily, 4 lunches and 5 dinners inclusive of a traditional Berber meal at our Sahara camp

Others

Camel trek or Jeep into the Sahara Desert Essaouira - Beachside bliss and free time

Transport

Arrival transfer from Marrakech Airport on day 1 All transportation and transfers in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles

Accommodation

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

Not included:

Others

International flights and visa 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 Note: On some road journeys, the tour leader may not be in your particular vehicle

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Itinerary of your trip New Year'S In Morocco - 11 Days

  • 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 โ€“ Ait Benhaddou โ€“ Skoura. This morning we drive onwards to the legendary Ait Benhaddou - a โ€˜fortified cityโ€™ 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 Day In Dades Gorge
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Xmas Day In Dades Gorge

      Skoura โ€“ 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, admire the palm trees and see the kasbah ruins. We then have the evening to relax before enjoying a great Xmas dinner in the beautiful surroundings.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Discover The Sahara
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Discover The Sahara

      Dades Gorge - Erg Chebbi. Crossing Jebel Sarhro, we enjoy lunch and a swim before travelling down to Erg Chebbi sand dunes, the start point of the mighty Sahara Desert. The Erg Chebbi dunes located near the remote frontier town of Merzouga are renowned for their incredible height and size. 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 take in the breath-taking scenery. Arriving at our Berber camp, watch an incredible sunset across the dunes, enjoy simple local cuisine and then sit by the campfire under the spectacular Saharan stars. If you would prefer to take a Jeep to the Berber camp, this can be arranged locally through your guide at no additional cost. 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: Ouarzazate
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Ouarzazate

      Erg Chebbi โ€“ Agdz โ€“ 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 โ€“ Moroccoโ€™s film capital, where we lay our heads for the evening. Tonight, dinner is a group affair.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Taroudant
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Taroudant

      Ouarzazate โ€“ Tarouddant. We begin our day taking in the landscape of saffron fields as we make our way to Talouine, where we visit a local saffron farm. Later, we continue to Tazenacht, where we visit a carpet cooperative to learn the art of carpet making before finally stopping in Tarouddant, the former berber capital and our home for the night.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Agadir
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Agadir

      Tarouddant โ€“ Agadir. This morning we have some time to enjoy a guided tour of Tarouddantโ€™s souks. We spend the afternoon driving past banana plantations and fruit orchards along the coast as we make our way to Agadir, a quaint town along the coast which was destroyed by the 1960 earthquake. Here, we have the remainder of the day at leisure to wander around the harbour and perhaps try some of the fresh fish.

  • Day 8 Day 8-9: New Years Eve By The Beach
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8-9: New Years Eve By The Beach

      This morning we continue along the coast until we reach Essaouira. With a laid back vibe Essaouira is Moroccoโ€™s hippest coastal town. The windswept fishing port, broad beaches and ancient walled medina with ramparts built into the cliff have long been a favourite refuge for artists, sculptors, food lovers, surfers and backpackers. The medina surrounded by a fortress with 5 main gates you can navigate by, has retained its traditional styles and is laden with quirky shops, coffee houses, antiques, art studios, calligraphers, t-shirt designers and souvenir curios. Thereโ€™s a relaxed feel to the place and shopping here is a real delight. Locals and visitors alike enjoy strolling along the ramparts as the sun sets. The port is a hive of activity with fishing boats hauling in their daily catch. On the evening of day 9 - New Year's Eve we'll all head out together for dinner and a few drinks.

  • Day 9 Day 10: Happy New Year
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Happy New Year

      Essaouira - Marrakech. Happy New Year! This morning is spent at leisure, sleep in or head to beach for your first swim of the year. This afternoon we stop at a local Argan oil cooperative en route to Marrakech. On arrival in Marrakech, we enjoy a guided tour of the bustling medina.

  • Day 10 Day 11: Marrakech
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Marrakech

      02 January. Spend the morning relaxing or picking up a few last minute souvenirs. Our tour concludes upon hotel check out at 12 noon.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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