Marrakech Trip Overview
You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not find another tour out there that offers it all “FIRST CLASS,” yet for a relatively low price. We have thousands of travelers taking this specific tour every year-and that’s because no competitor can beat us on quality, price & substance. Below are just some examples of what you will see, do and have on this tour:
► Camel Riding Along Red & Soft Sand Dunes
► Touring an Ancient Village Made Famous by International Films
► Having an Authentic Meal Inside a Native’s Home
► Dinner & Traditional Music Before Sleeping in a Desert Camp
► Oases & Perfectly Landscaped Gardens
► Checking Out Centuries-Old Markets
► Hiking to a Giant Waterfall
► A Visit to an Organic Oil Factory
► Immersing in the Cultures of Buzzing Marrakesh & Fez
► Exploring the Country’s Most Popular Coastal Town
► Walking the Maze-Like Streets of a Charming Blue Village
Additional Info
* Duration: 12 days
* Starts: Marrakech, Morocco
* Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Rail Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Marrakech, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco
You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not find another tour out there that offers it all “FIRST CLASS,” yet for a relatively low price. We have thousands of travelers taking this specific tour every year-and that’s because no competitor can beat us on quality, price & substance. Below are just some examples of what you will see, do and have on this tour:
► Camel Riding Along Red & Soft Sand Dunes
► Touring an Ancient Village Made Famous by International Films
► Having an Authentic Meal Inside a Native’s Home
► Dinner & Traditional Music Before Sleeping in a Desert Camp
► Oases & Perfectly Landscaped Gardens
► Checking Out Centuries-Old Markets
► Hiking to a Giant Waterfall
► A Visit to an Organic Oil Factory
► Immersing in the Cultures of Buzzing Marrakesh & Fez
► Exploring the Country’s Most Popular Coastal Town
► Walking the Maze-Like Streets of a Charming Blue Village
Itinerary
Day 1: The ‘Red City’, the ‘Ochre City’ & the ‘Daughter of the Desert’
Stop At: Marrakech, Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi
Our tour starts in Marrakesh, a city with more nicknames than most. Marrakesh is the fourth largest city in the country and yet, its most popular. It is from Marrakesh several daytrips are made. Today’s activities will depend on your arrival time. There is much to explore in and around the old town and it is easy to get lost. Thankfully, however, we have a private tour guide to show us Marrakesh’s impressive attractions.
Duration: 3 hours
Pass By: Marrakech, Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi
Although about half of the activities on this multi-day tour are shared with other travelers, we can make the trip almost completely private, per your request. Typically, the sightseeing tour in Marrakesh, Essaouira, Fez, and Chefchaouen as well as the traditional dinner class are exclusive to you and whomever else you may book on behalf of. All the other activities are shared with other travelers, namely the day trip to Ouzoud Falls and the 2-day desert safari starting in Marrakesh and ending in the village of Merzouga.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Giant Waterfalls & Hiking to the Top of Them
Stop At: Ouzoud Falls, Ouzoud 22576 Morocco
We make a daytrip today to Ouzoud Falls. There we have a guided hiking tour. Ouzoud Falls is the collective name for several tall waterfalls which empty into the El-Abid River gorge. Ouzoud Falls, standing 600 meters tall, is unsurprisingly the most visited site in the region.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Tree-Climbing Goats, an Organic Oil Factory & a Charming Coastal Town
Stop At: Essaouira, Essaouira, Marrakech-Safi
We make another daytrip today, this time heading to Essaouira. En route, we pass by tree-climbing goats (really, no joke!) and stop at a small factory where organic argan oil is produced. This oil is good for skin and hair. Once in Essaouira, we are provided with a guided tour. The partially fortified old town (a.k.a. medina) has a layout designed by European colonists in the late 18th century. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the medina is dotted with bastions, ramparts, art galleries and lively outdoor markets.
On a side note, swimming is encouraged only in the summer months, as the water is too cold during the winter and even fall seasons.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Over a Dozen Outdoor Markets, Street Entertainers & Architectural Landmarks
Stop At: Marrakech, Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi
Today is all about exploring Marrakesh. Home to around 18 markets (a.k.a. souks), some describe this city as ‘one giant marketplace’. Historically, Marrakesh has served as a marketplace where tribesmen and Berber villagers would buy and sell goods (such as carpets) and find entertainment on the streets. Hundreds of years later, the goods and especially the entertainment are as alive as ever. The heart of the city is Jemaa el-Fnaa Square. Expect to see acrobats, drummers, pipe musicians, dancers, storytellers, comedians and fairground acts. No less compelling than these entertainers are the city’s architectural attractions. We spend the day visiting them.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 5: Exploring Marrakesh’s Greatest Attractions
Stop At: Marrakech, Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi
We spend this last day in Marrakesh exploring the city. There is so much to see: palaces, city views, a citadel, garden oases, tanneries, mosques and much more.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 6: The Country’s Iconic Village & One of the Largest Movie Studios in the World
Stop At: Ait Ben Haddou, Ait Ben Haddou, Souss-Massa
Although we relocate from Marrakesh ultimately to a village in the desert, we make two must-visit stops along the way. The first stop is to the historic and fortified village of Ait Benhaddou and second, to the town of Ouarzazate. Ait Benhaddou serves as a fine example of Morocco’s earthen clay architecture. Several films shot in Morocco have used both Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate as locations. Movies filmed there include The Mummy, Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Ouarzazate is a town best known for its film studio called Atlas Studios. Atlas is one of the largest movie studios in the world in terms of land area. We visit a cinema museum which displays many of the studio’s props.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 7: Camel Riding on Red Sand Dunes, Dinner & a Show Under the Stars & Sleeping in a Luxury Camp
Stop At: Erg Chebbi, Erg Chebbi, Meknes-Tafilalet Region
Our desert exploration continues north today. The first destination is Dades Gorges. They are a series of rugged wadi gorges carved out by the river. The next destination is Todgha (a.k.a. Todra) Gorges. They are a series of limestone river canyons. En route to our final destination, Erg Chebbi, we make a stop in the village of Rissani, home to a locally famous pizza-like dish called madfouna. Erg Chebbi is where our luxury camp is located. We sleep in a tent. Erg Chebbi is essentially a large sea of red dunes formed by wind-blown sand. After arrival, we go camel riding with a tour guide. Dinner is included on today’s tour. Before the night ends, we watch a traditional show with music and fire.
Important to note, although the camp usually has Wi-Fi and should have electricity, outages do happen from time to time.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Erg Chebbi is where our luxury camp is located. We sleep in a tent. The camp usually has Wi-Fi and electricity.
Day 8: Monkeys & Scenic Stops on a Road Trip to Fez
Stop At: Cedre Gouraud Forest, Azrou Morocco
We start the day with breakfast, which is included on today’s tour. Afterwards, we relocate from the desert to the city of Fez (also spelled Fes). Several scenic stops are made along the way. Before arriving in Fez, we visit the Cèdre Gouraud Forest, home to monkeys.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 9: The Middle Ages Meet the Modern World & Having a Traditional Meal Inside a Native’s Home
Stop At: Fes, Fes, Fes-Meknes
Fez is truly a crossbreed between the Middle Ages and the modern times. Today we dive right into the sightseeing: fortresses, mosques, a tannery, centuries-old brass-working shops, a historic university, city views, souks and more. Fez is Morocco’s second most popular tourist destination after Marrakesh, but it hosts no fewer must-see landmarks. Following the tour, we are taken to a native Moroccan’s home. There we watch how traditional food is prepared as well as have dinner. The combination of tasty cuisine, rich culture and good company creates an unforgettable experience.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 10: The Best-Preserved Medieval City of the Arab World
Stop At: Fes, Fes, Fes-Meknes
We spend this last day in Fez exploring some more. The firstborn of Morocco’s four royal capitals and arguably the best-preserved medieval city of the Arab world, Fez will for sure stimulate our senses. There are no fewer must-see attractions to visit today than the day before. This is why we spend the entire day sightseeing.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 11: The Blue Pearl Village of Africa
Stop At: Chefchaouen, Chefchaouen, Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
Although our final destination today is the city of Tangier, we spend the vast majority of our time in a charming blue village called Chefchaouen. It is nicknamed the ‘blue pearl of Morocco’. The beauty of Chefchaouen’s mountainous surroundings is enhanced by the contrast of the brightly painted old town. It is an attractive place for tourists generally and influencers especially. There are so many postcard-perfection locations to take a selfie. Among the places we visit is, of course, the main square. It is lined with cafes and is filled to the brim with locals and tourists mingling.
Note that the arrival time in Tangier is in the evening. Tangier is simply used as a base from where to leave Morocco the following morning.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 12: Our Tour Ends Today
Stop At: Tangier, Tangier, Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
Tangier is the final destination on our tour around Morocco. Transportation will be arranged for you to reach the airport or the harbor, whichever you prefer.
Duration: 20 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
