7-day tour to discover the realm of contrasts: from the Atlas to the Atlantic

Experience the beauty of Morocco's contrasts with this tour, one of the few places in the world where you can wake up to the cold of the Atlas Mountains and end the day feeling the heat of the Merzouga desert. On this 7-day tour, we'll take you deep into the heart of the Kingdom to discover that its true magic lies in its constant change: from the bustle of Marrakech to the salty breeze of Essaouira. Prepare for a journey that takes you from the heights to the breathtaking vistas. Book your Moroccan adventure today!

Itinerary:

  • DAY 1: MENARA AIRPORT - MARRAKECH
Welcome at the airport and transfer to our charming Riad. Just a 5-minute walk away is the enigmatic Jemaa el-Fna Square, a famous meeting point in Marrakech with an incomparable atmosphere: snake charmers, dancers, storytellers, fortune tellers. Stroll through the Square and have dinner at one of the many stalls selling typical Moroccan food.
Accommodation in a Riad with breakfast included

  • DAY 2: MARRAKECH -OUARZAZATE – DADES
Departure from Marrakech via the Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass, where we will cross the Atlas Mountains, making stops to enjoy the magnificent views along the route and to rest or take photos whenever you like. We will continue on to Ait Ben Haddou, one of the most spectacular fortresses in southern Morocco, which you will have the opportunity to visit. It is iconic because several international films, such as Oblivion, Gladiator, Sahara, and The Mummy, were filmed there. Ouarzazate is known as the film capital of Morocco, and then we will take the road to the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. From here, we will travel along a track where you will have the opportunity to appreciate the tranquility of the mountains inhabited by Berber nomads. You will spend the night in the heart of the Dades Gorges.

• DAY 3: DADES GORGES - TODRA GORGES - ERFOUD - MERZOUGA
After breakfast, we'll head towards the desert, visiting one of Morocco's most spectacular sites, the Todra Gorge, a beautiful place ideal for hiking and exploring. We'll continue to Merzouga, where you'll travel by camel to reach a nomadic tent nestled among the dunes, where you'll spend the night. Overnight in a desert camp..

• DAY 4: MERZOUGA – RISSANI – ALNIF – DRAA VALLEY – AGDEZ
After breakfast, we leave the desert and pass through the historic city of Rissani, a former caravan center with a lively souk. We continue through the arid landscapes of Alnif and Tazzarine, heading towards the lush Draa Valley—Morocco's longest and most fertile river valley, filled with date palms and traditional adobe villages. Following the picturesque route through the palm groves, we arrive at the tranquil town of Agdz, nestled at the foot of the Anti-Atlas Mountains, where you will enjoy dinner and spend the night in a charming kasbah or riad in a relaxing atmosphere.

• DAY 5: AGDEZ – AGADIR INOUMAR
We will depart for Agadir, where you will be able to travel back in time, visiting the fortified collective granaries, which were more than just warehouses; they were community fortresses, serving as communal banks and archives, where each cell door had a unique key, and represent the testimony of a living culture.
Furthermore, you will be able to live an authentic Moroccan experience, immersing yourself in the traditional life of the village inhabitants, who preserve the traditions and culture that have been passed down from generation to generation and will allow you to feel the noble and friendly side of its population, while learning their stories, doing unique activities such as the ancestral art of Henna, learning to prepare the famous Moroccan Tea, listening to the music.

• DAY 6: AGADIR INOUMAR - MARRAKECH
After breakfast we will travel back to the city of Marrakech. You will spend the night in the riad.

• DAY 7: MARRAKECH GUIDED TOUR - TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT
After breakfast, we'll have a guided tour of Marrakech, starting with the Koutoubia Minaret (13th century), sister to Seville's Giralda, a magnificent and harmonious structure that now serves as Marrakech's beacon and spiritual center. We'll continue to the Saadian Tombs (16th century), renowned for its Carrara marble central dome. Next, we'll visit the Bahia Palace (16th century), a prime example of aristocratic life in medieval Islam, where the Hall of Ambassadors with its cedarwood ceiling is particularly noteworthy. On foot, we'll head to Jemaa el-Fna Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (the tour begins around 9:00 AM and ends at 1:00 PM). In the afternoon, depending on your flight departure time, we'll transfer you to the airport. End of our services.
INCLUDES :
  • 2 nights in Marrakech in a Riad with breakfast1 night in a hotel with half board (breakfast and dinner) 1 Night in Berber tents in the desert with half board (breakfast and dinner)
    1 Night in Agdez in a Riad with breakfast 1 night in a guesthouse in the village of Agadir Inoumar with breakfast Private tourist transport Camel ride Party and music in the desert Guided tour of the city of Marrakech

    DOES NOT INCLUDE:
    • FlightsDrinks Tips Any other additional or personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, tips, or entrance fees to attractions or monuments.

      TOUR PRICE:
      875 Euros per person in a double room.
      Minimum 2 people required for the tour. (The price varies during peak season, which is from December 20th to January 10th, during Holy Week, and the months of April and October))
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