Marrakech & The Sahara

8 Days - from $648

Exciting adventure in the Sahara Desert and High Atlas Mountains

Almost as large as the continent of Europe, this trip lets you experience the grandeur of the Sahara desert. After an impressive journey through the palm groves of the Draa Valley, we venture into the secluded and beautiful desert town of Nakhla. We travel by camel and spend the night at a traditional Bedouin camp, before returning to Zagora. We then explore this incredible landscape further with a walk among the towering sand dunes and a night in a charming auberge. The desert experience can only be appreciated when we visit something completely different - the impressive 16th century kasbah of Ait Benhaddou. Continuing our journey into the High Atlas Mountains, we pass the crumbling remains of Telouet's great palace and enjoy a peaceful walk around the remote village of Tijhza. Last but not least, there is time to explore the medina, souks and square of the 'pink city' of Marrakech.

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Ouarzazate. 2 Travel through beautiful Draa Valley to Zagora; camel trek to Nakhla. 3 Morning camel trek; venture further into the Sahara desert to walk amongst impressive sand dunes. 4 Head north to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou and its famous Kasbah. 5 Into the High Atlas Mountains; walk to remote village of Tijhza. 6 Morning walk; afternoon transfer to Marrakech through magnificent mountain scenery. 7 Explore Marrakech: Djemaa el Fna Square, beautiful gardens, palaces and souks. 8 End Marrakech.

Mode of travel: Travel by private mini- or midibus and camel.
Group size: Min. 6, max. 16, plus leader and appropriate local guides.
Accommodation: 5 nights hotels, 1 night gite, 1 night Bedouin camp.
Food: All breakfasts and 2 dinners included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $187.11
Trip Reference: AMS
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.