Marrakech Express - 5 Days

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Head to Morocco for a long weekend with a difference. Explore magical Marrakech, camel trek into the Sahara Desert and spend an incredible night at a Berber camp amongst the dunes and relax by the beach in enchanting Essaouira on the Atlantic Coast.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Essaouira - Enjoy free time in this ancient medina with its wind swept beaches and current day fishing village
    • Marrakech – Discover the UNESCO-listed medina, mosques, palaces and souks (explored independently)
    • Zagora - Take a camel trek into the Sahara desert and spend a night under the stars in a traditional Berber style camp

What's this trip about?

    Head to Morocco for a long weekend with a difference. Explore magical Marrakech, camel trek into the Sahara Desert and spend an incredible night at a Berber camp amongst the dunes and relax by the beach in enchanting Essaouira on the Atlantic Coast.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityMarrakech
End CityEssaouira

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 16

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Trip includes

    • Breakfast daily and 2 dinners inclusive of a Berber camp dinner
    • 3 nights 3-4 star hotels and 1 night camping in the Sahara
    • Sahara camel trek and night in a Berber camp
    • Essaouira - Beachside bliss and free time
    • Escorted by an English speaking tour leader
    • Sightseeing and entrance fees to all included sites
    • Arrival transfer from Marrakech Airport on day 1
    • Transportation and transfers in private 4x4 or mini van/touring vehicle
    • All road taxes and tolls

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Marrakech

Welcome to Morocco! Following your transfer from the airport to our joining hotel you can relax by the hotel pool before the pre-departure meeting at 18.00 where you will meet your fellow travellers.

Day : 2 Zagora

Today we enjoy a stunning drive over the High Atlas en-route to Zagora. We pass through the Draa Valley a green and lush land of palmeries and amazing vistas. It is then time to head towards the great desert, where we transfer to camels for a trek into the Sahara Desert for a night at our Berber Camp. We enjoy local food, music and an amazing night out under the Saharan stars.

Day : 3 Marrakech

Leaving the desert, we travel back to Marrakech. We arrive back in Marrakech, where we have dinner in Djemaa El Fna (at own cost).

Day : 4 Essaouira

We leave Marrakech after breakfast and take a leisurely drive to Essaouira; a colourful fishing town situated within 15th century Portuguese fortifications, where great beaches and surf beckon. You have the day to relax on the beach or alternatively explore the UNESCO...

Day : 5 Essaouira

After breakfast this morning over-looking the Atlantic, the day offers free time for you to independently explore. Mid morning we check out and travel back to Marrakech where your holiday concludes.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $445
Price per day$89
Last Updated: 6/11/2022

Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 4 persons. 'Twin Share' prices are per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. 'Single Room' prices are applicable to those who don’t have anyone to share a room with or anyone wanting the privacy of a single room. If you are a solo traveller and happy to share a room this can be arranged, subject to there being another solo traveller of the same gender for you to share with. Please book a single room and contact us if your preference is to room share.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visa
    • Tip for your tour leader. We recommend you allow USD$2-3 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture

Accommodation

3 - 4 star hotels
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
15+ yrs
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