MARRAKECH to MARRAKECH (8 days) Marrakech and Sahara Teen Tour
MARRAKECH to MARRAKECH (8 days) Marrakech and Sahara Teen Tour
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MARRAKECH to MARRAKECH (8 days) Marrakech and Sahara Teen Tour
8 Days Starting and ending in Marrakech, Morocco
Visiting: Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Merzouga, Todra Gorge, Ait Benhaddou
Tour operator:
Tour code:
527
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
12-85
Special diets catered:
Please advise requests
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an 8-day adventure through Morocco, tailored specifically for teenagers, starting and ending in the vibrant city of Marrakech. This tour offers a perfect blend of traditional cuisine, comfortable accommodations, and a variety of engaging activities. Travel in style via minivan, 4x4 Land Cruiser, and even camel as you explore the stunning landscapes, from the Atlas Mountains to the Sahara Desert. Enjoy stays in 3 to 4-star hotels and a memorable night in a traditional Berber camp. With guided tours, optional excursions, and plenty of free time to soak up the local culture, this trip promises an unforgettable Moroccan experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Marrakech, Transfer To Hotel
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: Marrakech hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Morocco! After a short transfer from the airport, you will have a free day to explore this vibrant city. Tonight you will meet your fellow travellers at your pre-departure meeting at 6pm, organised at the joining hotel in the heart of town.
Day 2 : Travel Through The Atlas Mountains To Ouarzazate
Location: Ouarzazate
Accommodation Name: Ouarzazate hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast we travel to Ouarzazate. For centuries Ouarzazate has been the place where people from the Atlas Mountains, Draa and Dades Valley have converged to do business. The modern town we see today was built as a French garrison in the 1920's and the movie business took off here in the 1950's. The region has since built quite a resume as a body-double for Tibet, Rome, Somalia and Egypt. Following lunch, there is an optional tour of the Film Studios, famous for films such as Gladiators, The Last Temptation of Christ and the Living Daylights. There is also an option for Quad Biking in the desert, or just exploring the town and Kasbah, which featured as a backdrop in Star Wars.
Day 3 : Desert Here We Come! Camel Trek And Berber Camp
Location: Merzouga
Accommodation Name: Traditional berber camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we enjoy a stunning drive where we will stop to visit traditional irrigation wells. This intricate network of canals, dates back to the 14th Century and covers more than 300km. We stop for an optional lunch, and in the summer - a relaxing swim before heading towards the great desert dunes of Erg Chebbi, Merzouga, where we transfer to our camels for a trek into the Sahara to our authenic Berber Camp. We enjoy local food, music and an amazing night out under the Saharan stars.
Day 4 : Todra Gorge, Optional Rock Climbing
Location: Todra Gorge
Accommodation Name: Todra Gorge hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a wonderful breakfast in the Dunes we leave the desert and stop along the way to visit ancient irrigation wells. We can see how they were created from an intricate network of underground canals, running from the Atlas to the Sahara, more than 300km and dating back to the 14th century. We move on to Todra Gorge. We have lunch at our hotel on arrival here. The stunning gorge, set amongst the Palmeries and hemmed in by 300m cliffs changes colour throughout the day, as the sun moves from east to west. We have time to explore the gorge or, go for some optional rock climbing. We go to Tizgui, one of the old villages of Todra and visit a local carpet cooperative where we learn how to make Moroccan tea and a Berber rug.
Day 5 : Road Of 1000 Kasbahs To Ait Benhaddou
Location: Ait Benhaddou
Accommodation Name: Ait Benhaddou hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We have a leisurely depart from Todra this morning as we head off to Ait Benhaddou. On the road also known as the road of a thousand Kasbahs we will make a stop at Kasbah Amridil. This is one of the best Kasbah examples in Morocco and once featured on the Moroccan 50 Dirham bank note. We arrive at Ait Benhaddou a UNESCO World Heritage site for lunch. We will make a guided tour of the Ksar of Ait Benhaddou this afternoon, a traditional pre Saharan habitat of earthen walled dwellings fortified by surrounding walls and guarded by 4 corner towers. This evening we will enjoy dinner and soak up the atmosphere of this inspiring place.
Day 6 : Pass Through The High Atlas En-Route To Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: Marrakech hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
We will depart this morning traversing the mighty and impressive High Atlas mountains en route to Marrakech. There is a chance to go on an optional guided tour of Marrakech in the afternoon which takes approximately 3 hours and includes Bahia Palace, The Medina, pharmacy visit and a walk around the Katoubia Mosque or you can just explore for yourself. You can enjoy a free night in Marrakech, enjoy the hussle and bustle of the medina, eat in Djamma el Fna square, shop, visit a club or if you prefer a quieter time, why not enjoy a nice meal at the hotel and bar?
Day 7 : Free Day In Marrakech (Optional Excursions)
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: Marrakech hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
There is time today to take an optional hot air balloon ride before breakfast, consider any optional excursions in the region or just explore more sights and soak up the incredible atmosphere of Marrakech. The hotel pool is a welcome sight for you at the end of your day in town. The day ends with our last group meal in the Djemaa El Fna, the legendary main square full of acrobats, snake charmers, juice sellers and various open air restaurants.
Day 8 : Depart From Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your adventure tour ends after breakfast. For those flying out of Marrakech on this day you can arrange airport transfers with your guide, and these can be booked any time for this day – there is luggage storage at the hotel should you need to check out before your go to the airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
6 nights accommodation in 3 to 4-star hotels and 1 night in a traditional Berber desert camp.
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Transport
Transport in an air-conditioned minibus/coach or 4x4 Land Cruiser and camel.
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Airport Transfer
24-hour airport arrival transfer service.
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Tour Guides
English speaking tour leader throughout and specialist local guides.
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Meals
Meals as indicated in the itinerary: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 6 dinners.
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to monuments as stated in the itinerary.
What's Not Included
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International Flights
International flights are not included (available on request).
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Visa Fees
Visa fees are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory and not included (available on request).
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Departure Airport Transfer
Departure airport transfer service is not included.
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Additional Meals
Meals not indicated in the itinerary are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Drinks, snacks, and other personal expenses (e.
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, laundry) are not included. -
Tipping Kitty
Tipping Kitty of $55 per person is not included.
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Tips for Guides and Drivers
Tips for guides and drivers are not included in the tipping kitty.
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Other Items
Any other items not mentioned above are not included.
Mode of Transport
Transport is by minivan, 4x4 Land Cruiser and Camel!
Accommodation
Accommodation is in shared rooms (between 2 people of the same sex from your trip unless you are a couple). We use basic 3 star hotels along with a night camping in a traditional Berber camp in the Desert. Some hotels even have swimming pools and sun-lounge areas. In some hotels you may be able to upgrade to a single room (at your own expense).
Check out our Q&As
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What types of transportation will be used during the tour?
The tour will use a variety of transportation methods including a minivan, 4x4 Land Cruiser, and camels.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
Accommodation will be in shared rooms in basic 3-star hotels, with one night camping in a traditional Berber camp in the desert. Some hotels have swimming pools and sun-lounge areas, and there may be an option to upgrade to a single room at your own expense.
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What should I bring for the night in the desert?
You should bring warm clothing and a sleeping bag for the night in the desert, as temperatures can drop significantly in the evenings, especially in winter.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, meals are included as indicated in the itinerary. This includes 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 6 dinners.
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Is there an airport transfer service included?
Yes, a 24-hour airport arrival transfer service is included. Departure airport transfer service is not included but can be arranged with your guide.
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What activities are available during the free day in Marrakech?
During the free day in Marrakech, you can take an optional hot air balloon ride, explore the city on your own, or relax at the hotel pool. The day ends with a group meal in the Djemaa El Fna square.
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What optional activities are available in Ouarzazate?
In Ouarzazate, you can take an optional tour of the Film Studios, famous for movies like Gladiators and The Last Temptation of Christ, or go quad biking in the desert.
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What is the tipping policy for this tour?
A tipping kitty of $55 per person is required, but tips for guides and drivers are not included in this amount and should be given separately.
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What should I pack considering the weather in Morocco?
You should pack sunscreen for the high temperatures during the summer months from May to September. For the winter months, bring warm clothing for the evenings, especially for the night in the desert.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, if you are travelling solo. On our Overland Adventures and Ultimate Expeditions, we will pair you up with a tent buddy of the same sex when we camp and the same goes for twin & shared rooms in hostels, so there is no need to go it alone! If you specifically would like to request your own single room whilst on the trip, this may be requested subject to availability and additional fee.
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How many people do you take on your Trips?
On most of our Overland Adventures and Ultimate Expeditions our vehicles can carry a maximum of 24 travellers, the average however is around 16-20 on any one trip. Our Small Group Adventures have a maximum of 18 people per Tour Leader, although again the average is around 10-14 people.
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