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Atlas Explorer: Hiking and Heritage Tours from Marrakech 12 DAY

12 Days

Overview

Day 01: Marrakech Arrival

Day 02: Marrakech Guided Tour

Day 03: Excursion to Essaouira

Day 04: Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Skoura

  • Day 05: Dades – Todra – Sahara Desert
  • Day 06: Sahara Desert – Fes
  • Day 07: Fes Guided Tour
  • Day 08: Meknes – Volubilis – Chefchaouen
  • Day 09: Chefchaouen – Tetouan – Tangier
  • Day 10: Tangier – Rabat
  • Day 11: Rabat – Casablanca – Marrakech
  • Day 12: Marrakech Departure

Accommodation:

  • 3 nights in Marrakech
  • 1 night in Skoura
  • 1 night in Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
  • 2 nights in Fes
  • 1 night in Chefchaouen
  • 1 night in Tangier
  • 1 night in Rabat
  • 1 night in Marrakech

     visits :

  1. Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Medina of Marrakech.
  2. Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ksar Ait Benhaddou.
  3. Visiting the Biggest Gorge in Morocco, Todra, and the beautiful Skoura Palm Oasis.
  4. Visiting Amridil Kasbah.
  5. Visiting the city of Tangier.
  6. Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Medina of Fez.
  7. Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Historic City of Meknes.
  8. Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Archaeological Site of Volubilis.
  9. Visiting the World-Famous Blue City, Chefchaouen, and its highlights.
  10. Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Modern Capital and Historic City of Rabat.
  11. Visiting the largest mosque in Africa, the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.

Moroccan Private Tour 12 Days

    Itinerary

    Upon arrival in Marrakech, the red city of Morocco and its tourism hub, your private driver will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure. You may visit Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakech's main square, and wander around the souk bazaars in Medina.

    Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Marrakech.

    Today, you will visit Marrakech, the tourism capital of Morocco. Your local guide will accompany you to the 12th-century Koutoubia Mosque, the beautiful El Bahia Palace, Majorelle Garden, and Ben Youssef Madrasa. Then, explore the narrow streets of the souks bazaars leading to Jamaa El Fna Square, the famous market square in Marrakech's old quarter, complete with storytellers, magicians, food stalls, and snake charmers. Enjoy fresh fruit juice at Jamaa El Fna at the end of the day.

    Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Marrakech.

    Today, you'll head to Essaouira, a completely different side of Morocco on the Atlantic coastline. With your guide, explore an authentic medieval seaside town with a North African feel. Visit this charming artist colony featuring white-washed and blue-shuttered houses, colonnades, thuya wood workshops, art galleries, and delicious seafood. Take a stroll through the town's old medina, Jewish mellah, fishing harbor, and Skala du Port, offering breathtaking views of Essaouira. The medina of Essaouira is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed city, representing a late-18th-century fortified town.

    Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Marrakech.

    Leave Marrakech and head toward the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka pass to observe daily life in remote rural villages. In the afternoon, visit the fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Ksar of Ait Benhaddou, one of the finest examples of South Moroccan architecture, housing one of Morocco's best-preserved kasbahs. Your journey continues through Ouarzazate, known as the Hollywood of Africa, where movies like Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, and Star Wars were filmed. You will spend the night in Skoura, a fertile oasis surrounded by immense palm groves with great views of the Atlas Mountains.

    Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Skoura.

    Explore the famous Kasbah Amridil today and then head toward the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to reach the Sahara Desert. En route, pass through the dry, rugged Boumalne Dades. Todra Gorge, known as the 'Grand Canyon of the Sahara,' is a massive trench rising over 300 meters to form one of the most dramatic and breathtaking natural sights in Morocco. The limestone stacks make for perfect hiking, and today you will take a short walk through the sheer cliffs. Late afternoon, you'll settle into a luxury desert camp in Merzouga. The stunning reddish-hued sand dunes can reach up to 150 meters high, creating an otherworldly landscape. Enjoy a 45-minute camel ride at sunset, and return to your camp for a traditional dinner by the campfire. Sleep comfortably to the sounds of the desert.

    Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Merzouga (Sahara Desert).

    Depart from Fes and head toward the Middle Atlas mountains. Pass through Ifrane, a stunning ski resort known as "Little Switzerland," on the way up the Atlas Mountains. You'll also see Azrou's cedar forests and Berber apes. Stop for lunch in Midelt, known for apple production. Drive through the Ziz Valley, known for its enormous palm trees and date production, as you descend through the Atlas Mountains. Arrive in Merzouga before nightfall, and take a 45-60 minute camel ride at dusk to the Erg Chebbi Dunes, where you'll spend the night in a luxury tent.

    Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Fes.

    Today, you'll visit Fes, the cultural and spiritual capital of Morocco. Your local guide will lead you through the oldest continuously operating medina in the world, often referred to as a "living museum." Travel back in time in the maze-like medina, bustling with artisans, markets, tanneries, and mosques. Explore the specialized areas that divide the souk while passing donkeys carrying goods (this is one of the largest car-free urban zones in the world with 9,000 narrow streets). You'll discover the Royal Palace, Blue Gate, Clock Tower, Bou Inania Madrasa, Nejjarine Fountain, Oldest University Al Quaraouiyine, Tanneries, Borj Sud, and experience Moroccan artworks, Berber carpets, zellige tiles, and ceramics.

    Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Fes.

    This morning, you will discover Chefchaouen, a charming village characterized by its striking blue color, nestled between two mountains known as Ech-Chaoua (The Horns), from which it derives its name. The village features steep, winding streets lined with white and indigo buildings, adorned with intricate fountains, and homes with ornately carved doors and red tile roofs. Afterward, you'll visit Tetouan's historic medina, which is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Continue to Tangier for the night and explore the Phoenician Tombs and historic medina.

    Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Tangier

    This morning, you will tour Cape Spartel and Hercules Cave. Afterward, you'll visit Asilah, a town south of Tangier on Morocco's Atlantic coast, known for its arts and a medina surrounded by Portuguese colonial ramparts and gates from the 15th century. Proceed to the capital of Morocco, the Moorish city of Rabat, where you will visit the Mohammed V Mausoleum and the Royal Palace, serving as the King's formal residence. Explore the Oudaya Kasbah, featuring a beautiful Andalusian garden, and the Hassan Tower, which exhibits Mauresque design.

    Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Rabat

    Casablanca is Morocco's largest city and commercial center. This morning, you will visit the magnificent Hassan II Mosque. The enormous complex can accommodate 25,000 worshipers and is situated both on land and water, with its minaret being the tallest religious building in the world. After a brief stroll along La Corniche, you will return to "the Red City," Marrakech, where you will spend the night. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon in Marrakech.

    Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Marrakech

    Transfer to Marrakech Airport.

    Included

    Included

    • Transport Included diesel & tolls & parkings with English speaking professional driver
    • Meals 11 breakfast, 2 dinner
    • Airport Transfers
    • Guided Tour of Marrakech
    • Guided Tour of Essaouira
    • Guided Tour of Kasbah Amridil
    • Camel Ride at Sunset in Sahara Desert
    • Guided Tour of Fez
    • Guided Tour of Volubilis
    • Guided Tour of Chefchaouen
    • Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
    • Included site entrance fees and local guides

    Excluded

    • Tip to driver, local guides, hotel and restaurant staff
    • Not listed meals on itinerary and all drinks
    • Personal Expenses
    • Optional activities

    Terms and Conditions

    Terms and Conditions

    Upon signature of the booking form by any participant in this tour and formal confirmation of admittance, the participant agrees that the organizing agents of the tour Moroccan Odyssey:

    Moroccan Odyssey accepts bookings subject to the following Booking Conditions. A ‘Client’ is all persons named on the booking form intending to travel with Moroccan Odyssey. A ‘Product’ is any service sold by Moroccan Odyssey. All Clients will be deemed to have read, understood, and accepted all Booking Conditions. To confirm a booking, Moroccan Odyssey requires that the agent has taken full payment of all monies due. A contract between the Client and Moroccan Odyssey comes into existence when Moroccan Odyssey has confirmed the booking in writing and issued a Confirmation. The person signing the booking form (that incorporates these terms and conditions) warrants that s/he has full authority to do so on behalf of all persons whose names appear thereon and confirms that all such persons are fully aware of and understand these terms and conditions. The said contract, including all matters arising from it, is subject to Turkish Law and the exclusive jurisdiction of the Turkish Courts. No employees or representatives of Moroccan Odyssey have any right to alter, vary, or waive any of these terms and conditions, nor to undertake any liability whatsoever on behalf of, unless such is in writing and signed by the Director of Moroccan Odyssey. Moroccan Odyssey reserves the right to decline any booking at their discretion without further explanation.

    CANCELLATION POLICY

    Amendments and Cancellations by Clients
    Clients can cancel at any time. The cancellation will be effected at the time that Moroccan Odyssey receives a written request from the Client and the following cancellation charges will apply:

    • 60 days prior to arrival: 10% of the tour / service cost
    • 45 days prior to arrival: 25% of the tour / service cost
    • 30 days prior to arrival: 50% of the tour / service cost
    • 15 days prior to arrival: 100% of the tour / service cost
    • No refund is given for a partially used Product.

    If any member of the party is prevented from traveling because of death, injury, or serious illness of the client, close relative or friend, redundancy, or jury service, it may be possible to transfer the booking to another suitable person or departure date or tour of similar standard and cost provided that written notice is confirmed by Moroccan Odyssey. If a refund is payable by Moroccan Odyssey to the Client, the refund amount will be calculated according to the conditions set out above and with consideration of evidence of exceptional circumstances. Moroccan Odyssey will not pay fees charged to the Client by the Client’s bank for processing the credited amount.

    Information and Pricing Policy

    Your reservation request will be confirmed upon receipt of the deposit, which is 30% of the total tour package rate with Moroccan Odyssey. Please note that travel arrangements are not confirmed until you receive our written confirmation from Moroccan Odyssey. The balance of the total amount is due 21 days prior to the tour date unless otherwise specified at the time of booking. Daily Tour bookings require full payment at the time of booking with Moroccan Odyssey. Before a booking is confirmed, Moroccan Odyssey reserves the right to amend the price of the product due to any circumstances outside our control, such as changes relating to governmental action, increases in transportation costs (including scheduled airfares and the cost of fuel), changes in any dues, taxes, or fees chargeable for services (including landing taxes or embarkation/disembarkation fees at airports), and increases in admission fees.

    Product information is published by Moroccan Odyssey in good faith, and we will use our best endeavors to operate all products. Moroccan Odyssey reserves the right to change any of the facilities and services described in its publications and to substitute alternative arrangements of comparable monetary value without compensation. We accept no liability for the loss of enjoyment resulting from any change.

    Payments can be made via bank transfers (subject to a 20 Euro processing fee; account details will be provided upon booking), Visa or MasterCard, via authorization (subject to a 3% processing fee; a credit card copy may be requested) with Moroccan Odyssey.

    Cancellation By Moroccan Odyssey

    Moroccan Odyssey reserves the right to cancel any confirmed booking in any circumstances. However, Moroccan Odyssey will not cancel a Guaranteed Departure Product except in the unusual circumstances of force majeure, defined here as war, threat of war, riot, civil strife, industrial dispute, terrorist activity, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions, flight cancellation, or any other external circumstances (like pandemics) or contagion beyond the control of Moroccan Odyssey. Compensation is not available if Moroccan Odyssey is forced to cancel or in any way change a tour due to force majeure. But where Moroccan Odyssey is unable to provide the tour booked, Moroccan Odyssey will return to the Client to offer an alternative date or holiday of comparable standard

    Travel Insurance

    Adequate insurance is mandatory for all Clients to cover at least but not limited to medical and repatriation expenses, loss of luggage and cancellation or curtailment of a Moroccan Odyssey and should not exclude any planned adventure activities from the time of booking for the full duration of the Moroccan Odyssey as a minimum. A Client and his personal belongings are the sole responsibility of himself. Moroccan Odyssey accepts no liability on the Client’s behalf where Moroccan Odyssey has provided a Product of reasonable standard. Clients are fully responsible for arranging their own insurance.

    Liability of Morocco Private Tour

    Moroccan Odyssey products and, in particular, adventure activities, entail an element of risk to the personal safety of the Client that other package holidays may not encompass. By accepting these Booking Conditions, Clients acknowledge the inherent risks associated with their chosen travel, and Clients assume these risks voluntarily. Moroccan Odyssey accepts no liability for Client damages when Moroccan Odyssey has fulfilled its Duty of Care to Clients by providing Products of a reasonable standard. Moroccan Odyssey accepts no liability if there has been no fault on the part of Moroccan Odyssey or its suppliers, and the reason for the claimed damages was either the Client’s fault or a result of unusual circumstances beyond the control of Moroccan Odyssey due to force majeure, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even with all due care.

    Regarding carriage by air, sea, and rail, and the provision of accommodation, Moroccan Odyssey’s liability in such cases will be limited in the manner provided by the relevant international conventions. Moroccan Odyssey accepts no liability if additional costs to the Client are incurred due to delays, accidents, or disruptions of the Product(s) beyond the control of Moroccan Odyssey as a result of force majeure.

    Travel Documentation

    It is the responsibility of the Clients to be in possession of a valid passport, visa permits, vaccinations, preventative medicines and other medical certificates and all necessary travel documents. MMoroccan Odyssey is not liable for damages arising from changes in regulations or laws to the necessary travel document requirements. Information about these matters is given in good faith by Moroccan Odyssey but without liability.

    Health and Conduct

    All Clients are expected to satisfy themselves prior to booking that they are fit and able to complete the itinerary of their chosen tour as described in the brochure. Any Clients with pre-existing medical conditions or illness must declare the true nature of such conditions at the time of booking, and make arrangements for the provision of any medication or other treatment which may be required during the tour. Such a client is required to provide a medical statement from a General Practitioner to confirm they are fit to travel. Failure to make such disclosure will constitute a breach of these booking conditions and relieve Moroccan Odyssey from any obligations and liability.

    Client Exclusion and Local Law

    Clients agree to accept the authority and decisions of Moroccan Odyssey and its supplier’s employees and representatives whilst on tour. If in the opinion of such persons, the health or conduct of a Client before or after the departure appears likely to endanger the safe, comfortable or happy progress of the tour, the Client may be excluded from all or part of the tour without prior notice or any liability on the part of Moroccan Odyssey . In the case of Client ill health, Moroccan Odyssey may make such arrangements as it sees fit and recover the costs thereof from the Client. Passengers agree to comply with the laws and regulations of the countries they travel. MMoroccan Odyssey shall not be liable to any Clients who commit illegal or unlawful acts whilst on tour.

    Photographing

    Our authorized representatives may take photographs and films of our Clients while using any Moroccan Odyssey . Moroccan Odyssey reserves the right to use said material for any advertising or promotion without obtaining further consent.Moroccan Odyssey also reserves the right to use any comments Clients make, questionnaires or complimentary letters with respect to Moroccan Odyssey or its Products in promotional literature.

    Complaints

    If the Client has a complaint about any of the Product arrangements the Client must raise the complaint immediately with a Moroccan Odyssey employee so that Moroccan Odyssey can use its best endeavors to rectify the problem. Moroccan Odyssey cannot rectify a problem it is unaware of. Failure to complain on the spot will extinguish or at least reduce Moroccan Odyssey liability to pay compensation. ShouldMoroccan Odyssey be unable to resolve the problem on the spot a complaint must be made in writing within 28 days of completion of the Product.

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    Atlas Explorer: Hiking and Heritage Tours from Marrakech 12 DAY