Country
Morocco
Duration
7 Days/6 Nights
Travel Type
Tour
 

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 MARRAKESH

Upon arrival to 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.

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
Zagora: Dar Soufiane
Mergouza: Sahara Adventures
Ouarzazate: Dar Chamaa

SILVER
Marrakesh: Longue Vie
Zagora: Kasbah Sirocco
Mergouza: Café Sud
Ouarzazate: Oscar

GOLD:
Marrakesh: Barcelo
Zagora: Dar Hnini
Mergouza: Riad Tama
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 2023-2024

LOW SEASON:

November 15 – December 23, 2023
January 8 – February 28, 2024
June 1 – August 31, 2024

BRONZE SILVER GOLD
Base of 2 People in 1 Room 2129 2455 2425
Base of 4 People in 2 Rooms 1520 1840 1820
Base of 6 People in 3 Rooms 1365 1690 1675

HIGH SEASON:

December 24, 2023 – January 7, 2024
March 1 – May 31, 2024
September 1 – October 31, 2024

BRONZE SILVER GOLD
Base of 2 People in 1 Room 2139 2490 2509
Base of 4 People in 2 Rooms 1525 1890 1915
Base of 6 People in 3 Rooms 1375 1740 1749

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.

Moroccan Desert Escapade – Detailed Itinerary
Moroccan Desert Escapade – Detailed Itinerary