7-Day Tour Through the Heart of Morocco: An Authentic Journey Through Culture and Traditions

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Vanessa

01 Sep 23 → 07 Sep 23

Guided trip

7 days

4 stops

2 - 6 Mates

Morocco

What's special?

Visit of the Sahara Desert

Immersion in the Moroccan culture

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Morocco and join us on this unforgettable trip! We start our journey in the city of Marrakech, where you will be enchanted by the lively markets, the magnificent palaces and the medina. Stroll through the narrow streets where exotic scents and vibrant colours await you and immerse yourself in the local Moroccan life. Besides the cultural richness of Marrakech, the absolute highlight of your trip awaits you: an unforgettable excursion into the Sahara desert. Embark on a breathtaking drive through the endless sand dunes and experience the magic of the desert up close. Our camel ride into the sunset followed by an overnight stay in a luxurious desert camp is something you will remember forever. Along the way you will have the opportunity to meet local Berbers and their traditional way of life. Immerse yourself in their culture, listen to their stories and songs, and sample delicious Moroccan dishes prepared with fresh ingredients and exotic spices. This trip offers you the perfect combination of the charm of a lively city and the magic of the desert. Experience the hospitality of the locals, let yourself be enchanted by the cultural treasures of Morocco and collect unforgettable memories on this incomparable trip.

About me! My name is Vanessa, I am 25 years old and I discovered my passion for travelling already many years ago. On our trip to Morocco, I want to introduce you to the traditions of the Moroccans and immerse you in the culture. You can be sure that this trip will give you cultural and traditional insights and that we won't eat in tourist restaurants but will try the local cuisine. My expectations for this trip are to get to know the people of this country and to have an interesting exchange. It is important to me that I travel with people who are open to new cultures and also interested in exploring a country in a different way. My expectations of my travel group are as follows: be open-minded, enthusiastic and let the spirit take you along.

Details about the accommodation: Traditional Riad in Marrakech (incl. breakfast): Immerse yourself in the charm and elegance of a traditional riad in Marrakech. Located in the heart of the medina. The riad is a traditional accommodation with a courtyard characterized by colorful tiles and a beautiful fountain. The rooms are tastefully decorated and combine traditional Moroccan elements with modern comforts. Enjoy the authentic hospitality of the riad, which will spoil you with delicious Moroccan dishes. From the rooftop terrace, you have a breathtaking view of the city and can experience the oriental atmosphere firsthand. Traditional accommodation in the Dades Valley (incl. dinner & breakfast): Experience the beauty of the Dades Valley and spend an unforgettable night in a charming accommodation. Located in the heart of the valley, surrounded by spectacular mountains and breathtaking nature, this accommodation offers you an authentic insight into rural Morocco. The accommodation in the Dades Valley is designed in the traditional Berber style and blends harmoniously with the natural surroundings. The rooms are comfortably furnished and offer a relaxing retreat after a day of exploring. Enjoy the view of the picturesque Dades Valley landscape from your balcony or terrace. Luxurious tented camp in the Sahara desert (incl. dinner, breakfast & camel ride): Experience the ultimate luxury in the middle of the Sahara Desert in an exclusive tented camp. Here you can enjoy the impressive beauty of the desert to the full without having to forego comfort and amenities. The luxurious tents are elegantly furnished and equipped with comfortable beds, private bathrooms, stylish décor, and towels. The atmosphere at the camp is magical. Enjoy a delicious dinner under the twinkling starry sky while listening to traditional music and let yourself be enchanted by the peace and seclusion of the desert. This luxurious tented camp offers you an unforgettable experience and the chance to experience the stunning nature of the Sahara in all its glory. Have a question? Let me know in the Q&A section!

What's included?

Transport between stops

Camel ride in the desert

Dinner in the desert

Luxury tent in the desert

Breakfast in the desert

English speaking guide

Accommodation in Dades valley

Breakfast in the Dades valley

Accommodation in Marrakesh

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Marrakesch

Day 1-3

ARRIVAL DAY (Day 1) Once in Marrakech, private transport will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to our traditional riad in the medina. After everyone has arrived and checked into their rooms, we set off after a welcome drink to explore the city on foot with a private guide. He will guide us through the souks of Morocco and give us insights into Moroccan culture. Over lunch, we will have time to get to know each other better and exchange ideas. After our walking tour, we return to our riad and everyone has some time to themselves or the opportunity to sit together on the roof terrace and enjoy the company. We meet again for dinner at the latest and enjoy a traditional meal in a local restaurant. DAY 2 On our second day, after a traditional breakfast in our riad, we set off on our private city tour by A/C bus and we will stop at the following attractions: - Garden Majorell & Saint Laurent museum - Jewish area "Mallah" & Bahia Palace - Oldest mosque of Marrakech "Koutoubia Mosque - Visit of a Moroccan Berber pharmacy and tannery - Visit the oldest king's palace, Mnar garden & Saadian Tombs - Tour in "Gueliz" the French are During our private tour, we will have lunch in a traditional restaurant to fortify ourselves for the rest of the tour. If there is an attraction or activity that you absolutely want to do in Marrakech, we can of course include it in the itinerary. In the evening, after our dinner, we will finish the evening with some drinks and nice conversations on a rooftop terrace.

Dadestal

Day 3-4

DAY 3: Marrakech - High Atlas - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Dades Valley At 08:00 we are picked up from our accommodation in Marrakech and drive into the High Atlas, a sub-range of the Moroccan Atlas Mountains. We drive through the port of Tizin Tichka with stops for panoramic views and photos of the small Berber villages hidden in the landscape. We then continue south to the Ksar (fortified village) of Ait Ben Haddou, where we visit the famous Kasbah (declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986). Famous films have been shot on this spectacular stage, including Gladiator, Obelix, The Mummy, The Jewel of the Nile, Sahara with Penélope Cruz, etc. Afterward we have time for lunch in the city. Then we continue to Ouarzazate, also known as "The Gate of the Desert", which means "noiseless or without clutter" in Berber. Here we see the Kasbah of Taourirt, one of the most spectacular Kasbahs in Morocco. The next attraction is the Rose Valley, which runs through the large palm grove of Skoura. A beautiful place to admire the more than 700,000 palm trees and the numerous kasbahs built in this area. In this valley, Damascene roses are grown for cosmetic purposes, from which, for example, the precious rose water is extracted. Every year in May, the Rose Festival is held here, an important moussem for Moroccan culture. Finally, we reach the Dades Valley where we will spend the night. Stops on our tour: - 08:00 am: Pick up from our accommodation in Marrakech - depart to the High Atlas with stops for enjoying panoramic views - Stop in Ait Ben Haddou: visit the famous Kasbah - Free time and lunch time in the village Ait Ben Haddou - Stop in Ouarzazate: visit the Taourirt kasbah - Stop at Rose Valley: visit the big Skoura palm grove - Arrival at Dades valley: stay for 1 night

Merzouga Desert

Day 4-5

DAY 4: Dades Valley - Todgha Gorges - Merzouga desert After breakfast in the Dadestal we will enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the Dades Valley from a strategic viewpoint in the mountains. From there we can enjoy the large number of kasbahs and the scenic features of each one. A very good asphalt road leads from the town of Tinerhir up the valley to the gorge and then into the desert. After a few stops we reach Todgha Gorges. The scenery is spectacular. Locals live in the area and can be seen in their mud villages. Thanks to their rock walls with many uneven surfaces, these canyons are popular with rock climbers. After a short walk in Todgha Gorges, you will have free time for lunch in Tinejdad or Touroug and then we continue our way into the desert to reach the spectacular dunes of Merzouga. There we take a one-hour camel ride to our nomad camp in the middle of a sea of dunes (Erg Chebbi). Before dinner we will watch the sunset from the top of a dune. We will stay 1 night in the Merzouga desert in a luxury tent. Stops on our tour: - Breakfast at the accommodation in the Dades valley - Stop at a panoramic lookout: enjoy the view of "Dades valley" - Stop in Todgha Gorges: visit the famous Kasbah - Walking tour in Todgha Gorges - Stop in Tinejdad: lunch and free time - Arrival in Merzouga: enjoy the sunset on a camel ride to the desert camp - Dinner in the desert, stay 1 night in a luxury tent

Marrakesch

Day 5-7

DAY 5: Merzouga - Draa Valley - Anti Atlas Mountains - Ouarzazate - Marrakech Very early in the morning, we will have a “date with the sunrise” in the middle of the desert. Getting up early is a "must" to see the most spectacular sunrise you've ever seen from the top of a dune near the desert camp. Then we return on the camels back to the desert camp where a delicious breakfast is waiting for us. Freshly strengthened, we start our last travel day through the dry pre-desert area, where we will encounter the "acacia", a typical tree of this landscape. On the way to the Draa Valley, we make a few stops to enjoy the beautiful view of the river that gives the valley its name. It is the longest river in Morocco, flowing through the whole country and reaching Mauritania. Our journey continues towards Ouarzazate through the Anti-Atlas. We have some free time for lunch in the city and in the afternoon we make our way back to Marrakech. Around 08:00 PM we will arrive in Marrakech at our accommodation. Stops on our tour: - "Date with the sunrise" in the middle of the desert - Camel ride back to the desert camp to enjoy a delicious breakfast - Drive through the arid pre-desertic area, see the "Acacia" trees - Stop at the Draa valley: enjoy the beautiful view of the river "Draa" - Drive through the Anti Atlas, enjoy a beautiful landscape - Stop in Ouarzazate: lunch and free time - Arrival in Marrakech: drop off at our accommodation DAY 6: Day trip to Ourika valley After our breakfast we are picked up at our riad and set off for the Ourika Valley. Stops on our tour: - Visit of berber houses, seeing traditional living of berber people - Visit of the berber pharmacy, seeing how Argan Oil is made - Hiking tour to the Ourika waterfalls with a local guide - Lunch in the mountains After our return from the Ourika Valley we will enjoy a last dinner together in the evening and talk about the past days and our impressions. DAY 7: Departure Day On the day of departure, we enjoy breakfast together before our private transport to the airport. Of course, the departure day may vary depending on when your flight back home is and is not yet finalized.