8 Days : The Mysteries of the Desert | Private & Luxury
About This Tour
Discover southern Morocco on an 8-day private 4x4 journey that blends culture, desert landscapes, kasbahs, and oasis valleys with the comfort of carefully selec...
Duration: 8 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Zagora, Aït Benhaddou, Erg Chegaga · Languages: English
Know before you go: Have your camera with you for great snapshots or serious photography.; We recommend you wear closed shoes, comfortable clothing, sunscreen and warm clothes for winter sunshine.; To best enjoy this experience, we suggest you respect local customs and avoid wearing shorts or skirts.; For your peace of mind, we recommend you check you have a personal all risk insurance with repatriation option.
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What's Included
- 4x4 transport with personal driver including gasoline and driver fees.
- Accommodation 7 nights with daily half-board. Our priorities in the choice of accommodation are: authenticity, comfort and quality of service.
- Entrance fees to monuments.
- Camel ride.
- The accompaniment of a driver-guide speaking the tourist's language during the tour, a certified national guide for a group of more than 8 people.
- All taxes.
Not Included
- International plane ticket
- Transfer from other Moroccan cities or airports to Marrakech
- Meal supplements
- All drinks
- The optional excursions offered (to be reserved and paid for on site).
- Personal travel insurance
Itinerary
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1Day 01
It's time to acclimatize
Morocco is a world far away in sights, smells and sounds. A private transfer from the airport to your hotel To get to know the Red City; venture to Jemaa el-Fna and stroll through the souks instead of the nooks and crannies of the north, Then get lost in the terracotta walls of the old town, but do not get agitated by the frenzy of sounds, vehicles . When it all gets too much, find a romantic spot on a rooftop terrace around Jemaa el-Fna, order a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, and watch the crowds from above as the sun goes down. Dinner will be at the hotel tonight.
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2Day 02
Marrakech - Telouat - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate
Early in the morning, departure from Marrakech by 4x4. From the first moments of your trip, you will appreciate the beautiful landscapes and the small villages built in tiers that follow one another on the way. A road winds before arriving at the spectacular Tizi n Tichka pass located at 2260 meters high. Just after the pass, we take a track for about 20 kilometers through the desert hills to reach the village of Telouet and its magnificent Kasbah which was once the main residence of the "Lord of the Atlas" - the Pasha El Glaoui, and which housed his court, stables, a mosque and and his slaves at a time when man ruled over a small kingdom, from Marrakech to the Sahara desert to the east. After this short visit to the Kasbah of Telouet, the journey continues through the valley of Assif Ounila before arriving at the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will get out of the vehicle to enjoy a good visit to this magnificent historical work, built over time in total respect for traditions: The thickness, height and purity ... mud walls, magnificent ramparts and wooden doors. vault… Several very popular films have been shot in this Kasbah such as: The Mummy, 7 days in Tibet, Alexandre… Arriving in Ouarzazate, a visit on demand of the impressive Atlas Film Studios can be organized. We then continue to Kasbah Taourirt, a short visit to this magnificent cultural heritage, a labyrinth of highly decorated rooms and beautiful ramparts. Dinner and overnight in Ouarzazate. Distance: 220 km, 35 km of track Lunch : Ait Ben Haddou Accommodation: - Privileged accommodation: Dar Daif or similar - Budget accommodation: Les Jardins de Ouarzazate or similar
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3Day 03
Ouarzazate - Agdez - Draa Valley - Zagora
Departure in the morning to Agdez through the passes of Tizi-n-Tinfifite (1660m). A cup of tea or coffee in Agdez, and we continue the road passing through magnificent gardens, oases and kasbahs before stopping at Kasbah Tamnougalte which is considered the oldest Kasbah in the Draa valley. You can ask to have a local guide to visit the Kasbah, then we will have lunch to continue the road to Zagora. We will pass by Tamegroute, a small visit to the Koranic library, the local pottery, which produces the handicrafts of green pottery that you will see in the south. Dinner and overnight in Zagora. Distance: 165 Km Total - 22 Km of Track Lunch : Zagora Accommodation: - Privileged accommodation: Riad Lamane or similar - Budget accommodation: La Perle de Draâ or similar
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4Day 04
Zagora - M'hamid - Dunes of Chegaga
After breakfast in the morning, we will take the direction of the sand dunes of Erg Chegaga. You will discover the desert, the nomadic life and the magic of the starry night. On the way to Chegaga, The stone desert gradually becomes a sand desert, which accumulates to form the highest dunes in Morocco, the dunes of Chegaga. The sunset and sunrise from these dunes are absolutely unforgettable and will remain etched in your memories for a long time. We can possibly offer you a small camel trek (optional). Dinner and overnight in Berber tents. Distance: 150 Km Total, 65 Km of track Lunch : Picnic Accommodation: - Accommodation 1 and 2: Chez Naji Bivouac or similar
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5Day 05
Chegaga - Medouer - Foum Zguid
Wake up in the morning to enjoy the sunrise in the dunes of Chegaga. After breakfast, we leave for Foum Zguid passing by some local nomads who still live in tents. Then visit the dry lake of Iriqui and the desert plateau of Akassia. Lunch at the Oasis. Continuation then dinner and night in Foum Zguit. Distance: 300 km Total - 120 km of track Lunch : Picnic Accommodation: - Accommodation 1 and 2: Bab Rimal or similar
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6Day 06
Foum Zguid - Taznakht - Marrakech
After breakfast, departure for Marrakech via the Tizi N-Tichka pass. Distance: 204 Km Total, 35 Km of track Lunch : Ait Ben Haddou
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7Day 07
Recovery time / guided walk
After all this exercise, you will need a hammam - similar to a Turkish bath, but with a Moroccan twist. The basic package is an eraser: a rigorous scrub with a rough glove and black soap. Later, walk to the edge of the souks, far from the tourist state surrounding the square. Souk Sebbaghine, the Souk of the Dyers, is filled with floating yarns of freshly dyed wool. Other worthy diversions include Criée Berbère (carpet souk), Souk Haddadine (blacksmith), Souk des Bijoux (jewelry) and Souk Smata (traditional leather shoes). End your pampering day with cocktails in a piano bar. Closer to the medina, Les Jardins de la Koutoubia serves beautifully presented cocktails to the sound of a baby grand piano.
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8Day 08
Time to Say Goodbye
This is your last day; after breakfast your transfer will be ready to take you to the airport according to your flight time. Thank you for visiting us.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup service provided in Marrakesh. · Tour start: Pickup service provided in Marrakesh. — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
