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Camel trek into the Sahara Desert

Accommodation

6 nights 3 star hotels and 1 night shared camping at a Berber camp in the Sahara

Guide

Guided sightseeing of Marrakech, Ait Benhaddou, Fes & Volubilis Services of a licensed English speaking tour guide at all included sites

Meals

Breakfast daily, 1 lunch & 1 dinner

Transport

Driver, all transfers and transportation in private modern A/C tourism vehicles An airport arrival transfer on day 1

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International flights and visa Tip for your tour guide and driver. We recommend you allow USD$4-5 per day, per traveller for your guide and USD$4-5 per day, per traveller for your driver. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture Airport departure transfer Optional activities

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Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Casablanca
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Welcome To Casablanca

Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the hotel. You’ll have a chance to relax before the Welcome meeting at 18:00, where you will meet your guide and fellow travellers.
Day 2 Day 2: Ancient Volubilis
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Ancient Volubilis

Casblanca - Volubilis - Fes. This morning, we’ll head to the Hassan II Mosque for an optional visit, followed by some time at leisure at La Corniche. Then, we’ll head to Meknes for lunch at a community village. Afterwards, we journey to Volubilis, Morocco’s expansive UNESCO-listed Roman ruins dating back to AD 40. Explore this ancient site with a guided tour, marveling at its historical significance and well-preserved artifacts. Continuing on, we reach Fes, renowned for its medieval charm. Spend the evening at leisure, try a local restaurant or relax with a refreshing mint tea.
Day 3 Day 3: Fabulous Fes
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Fabulous Fes

Today, we explore Fes with a guided tour of its bustling medina, home to 400,000 inhabitants where donkeys and bikes are the main mode of transport. Experience a sensory journey through vibrant souks, admire the exterior of historic mosques, and bustling markets. Explore the intricacies of dye-pits, tanneries, and pottery workshops. Later, return to the hotel to freshen up before enjoying an optional traditional meal with live Moroccan entertainment, including music, belly dancing, and magic. Alternatively, you can opt for a free evening to dine at a restaurant of your choice.
Day 4 Day 4: The Sahara Desert
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: The Sahara Desert

Fes - Sahara Desert Berber Camp. Anticipation builds as we journey towards the majestic Saharan Dunes. Along the way, we may stop for an optional lunch and, during summer, even take a leisurely swim. Arriving at Erg Chebbi in Merzouga, we switch to camels and embark on a trek into the expansive Sahara Desert, arriving in time to witness a breathtaking sunset. We then retreat to our authentic Berber Camp on the desert’s edge for an evening of local cuisine, music, and an unforgettable night beneath the Saharan stars.
Day 5 Day 5: Todra Gorge
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Todra Gorge

Sahara Desert Berber Camp - Todra Gorge. After enjoying sunrise and breakfast, you can choose to further explore the dunes or arrange an optional desert excursion before continuing to Todra Gorge. This impressive 1000ft gorge, often referred to as Morocco’s Grand Canyon, is surrounded by towering limestone cliffs. Spend the afternoon exploring the gorge, strolling through the Palmerie, and observing locals cooling off in the river. Todra’s beauty is showcased by its ever-changing colours as the sun moves across the sky from east to west, creating a mesmerising spectacle.
Day 6 Day 6: Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou

Todra Gorge - Ouarzazate - Ait Benhaddou. We bid farewell to Todra this morning as we journey towards Ait Benhaddou via Ouarzazate. Along the way, we’ll stop for lunch and have the opportunity to take an optional tour of the renowned film studios in Ouarzazate, known for iconic movies like Gladiators, The Last Temptation of Christ, and The Living Daylights. Perched on a hill beside the Ouarzazate River, Ait Benhaddou is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its well-preserved Kasbahs. This afternoon, we’ll enjoy a guided tour of the historic Kasbah and village, with the option to join a tagine cooking class.
Day 7 Day 7: Magical Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Magical Marrakech

Ait Benhaddou - Marrakech. Today, we traverse the High Atlas, enjoying breathtaking views from the Tizi n Tichka pass at 2260 meters as we head towards Marrakech. The city’s iconic Koutoubia Tower, reminiscent of the Tower of Hassan in Rabat and Seville’s Giralda Tower, stands as a towering landmark. A visit to Marrakech wouldn’t be complete without exploring its UNESCO-listed medina and Djemaa-el-Fna, a vibrant marketplace and cultural hub. After breaking for lunch, we embark on a guided city walk through the bustling Medina, visiting highlights such as Bahia Palace (entrance fee paid locally), the lively souks, and the historic square. The afternoon offers leisure time to unwind by the hotel pool or indulge in souvenir shopping.
Day 8 Day 8: Goodbye
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Goodbye

Your adventure tour concludes after breakfast. Consider booking an morning hot air balloon ride if time permits. Afterwards, you will arrange your own transportation to the airport for your onward flight, or you can contact us to arrange a departure transfer.

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Essential Morocco - 8 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Essential Morocco - 8 Days

Day 1: Welcome To Casablanca

Day 2: Ancient Volubilis

Day 3: Fabulous Fes

Day 4: The Sahara Desert

Day 5: Todra Gorge

Day 6: Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou

Day 7: Magical Marrakech

Day 8: Goodbye

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