Morocco tour: discover Marrakech, the Sahara, Fez and Meknes - 9 nights
Overview
Discover Morocco with this 10-day tour. The journey starts and ends in fairytale Marrakech. Discover the most beautiful places of this city and get lost in the hidden streets and alleys or visit the world famous Djemaa El Fna square. Of course you should also take a look at one of the 'Souks'. From Marrakech you travel to the Sahara for 3 days. Along the way you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings and views. Arriving in the Sahara you will enjoy a delicious dinner. You stay 1 night in a Riad and 1 night in a tent, a unique experience. On the 5th day you will depart from Merzouga to Fez. In this city you will be amazed. As soon as you enter the old Medina you will experience Morocco as you know it from the fairy tales. Behind every corner there is something different to see. After you have visited Fez you will be transferred by transfer to Meknes where you will also stay one night. The walled city brims with beautiful squares, hidden treasures and exceptional sights.
Included
- 9 nights
- Return transfer airport - hotel
- Daily breakfast
- Welcome drink on arrival in Marrakech, Fez and Meknes
- Transfer Marrakech - Merzouga
- 2 x dinner in the Sahara (Boumaine Dades and Merzouga)
- Guide in Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou
- Transfer Merzouga - Fes
- Half Day English Guide in Fes
- Transfer Fes - Meknes
- Transfer Meknes - Marrakech
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Monument fees
- Flights
- Tourist taxes
- Drinks
Travel program
Day 1
arrival in Marrakech
Arrive at the airport of Marrakech. A transfer is waiting for you here. You will stay at Riad Dalia or a similar Riad.
Day 2
Marrakech
After breakfast you have plenty of time to discover the fairytale city. Visit the famous Djemaa El Fna square, the medina with its maze of souks, the Sadian tombs, the Bahia Palace and the Koutoubia Minaret. Marvel at all the sights and imagine yourself in the fairy tale of 1000 and 1 night! You will spend the night again in your first night Riad.
Day 3
Marrakech - Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Boumalne Dades
Today the journey continues via a beautiful road through Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate to Boumalne Dades. Overnight stay and dinner at Hotel Restaurant La Gazelle.
Day 4
Boumalne Dades - Bivouac Merzouga/Sahara
Today you travel further to the Sahara. Along the way you will admire the Valley of the 1000 Kasbahs, the Tifillate Oasis and several villages, such as Tinghir, Rissani and Erfoud. You will then arrive in Merzouga where you will have the opportunity to see the beautiful sunset. Overnight in special tent with breakfast and dinner in Merzouga.
Day 5 and 6
Merzouga/Sahara - Fez
Today you travel to the special city of Fez. A long drive of about 7 to 8 hours, but on the way you can admire the beautiful surroundings. Arriving in Fez you can explore the fairytale city. The narrow streets provide an enchanting atmosphere. On the second day, you can explore the city with a guide during a guided tour. You will spend the night at Riad Les Chrisfis (or similar).
Day 7
Fez - Meknes
On day 7 the journey continues to Meknes, one of the four royal cities of Morocco. The walled city brims with beautiful squares, hidden treasures and exceptional sights. You stay overnight at Riad Dar Alkatib (or similar).
Day 8
Meknes - Marrakech
Today you will be brought back to the starting point of this trip: Marrakech. Here you will spend two nights in Riad Dalia or a similar Riad.
Day 9
Marrakech
Back to Marrakech again to see more about this wonderful city.
Day 10
Return home
The journey is over! Today you will be transferred to the airport.
Riad Dalia - Marrakech
40 Derb Tizougarine rue Dar El Bacha, Medina, 40030 Marrakesh, MoroccoDating from the 18th century, Riad Dalia is just over a quarter mile from Jamaâ el Fna Square. It offers a rooftop terrace with views of the souks (markets) and Moroccan-style guest rooms with views of the interior courtyard. Facilities in the rooms and suites at Riad Dalia include air conditioning and a private bathroom with bathrobes. While all accommodations features mosaic tiles, some also have a sitting area with a fireplace. A continental breakfast is provided every morning on the terrace, in guest rooms or in the courtyard. The hosts at the riad can also prepare Moroccan cuisine for lunch and dinner, if you reserve in advance. Transportation from the airport and excursions can be organized at the 24-hour front desk. Other local attractions include Ben Youssef Mosque and the Majorelle Gardens, both less than a 20 minute walk away.
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Important!
Every person aged more than 5 years old needs to pay some extra tourist taxes (2.5€ per person per night). These taxes are not included in the price of your booking. And will be paid directly to the hotel either at the beginning or the end of your stay.
Note!
There are a few cases you might be asked to stay in a different Riad or Hotel than the one mentionned in the above section. Don't panic! the other Riads or hotels are the same quality and the same services and the same conditions as the other one.