5-10 night tour: 4x4 Safari & Hot Air Balloon Ride Take a look at this great holiday offer on Voyage Privé! (2024)

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• Embarking on a 4X4 safari with hot air ballooning in Marrakesh and the Atlas Mountains.
• Exploring the souks of the city, the mountainous landscapes and the expansive plains of the Morrocan countryside.
• Staying in traditional accommodation throughout, with a mixture of riads, lodges and guest houses.

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Discover Morocco on a 5, 7 or 10-night tour, where you'll discover incredible landscapes, between typical villages and breathtaking panoramas.

While Marrakeshis well known to visitors for its souks, hammams, palaces and museums, some of its lesser-known treasures can go unnoticed.

This tour promises you an all-round experience, with a mix of excursions and unique adventures...

Choose the length of your stay:

5-nights:

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakesh

Day 2: Marrakesh - Asni - Ouirgane

Day 3: Ouirgane - Amizmiz - Anougal - Tnirt

Day 4: Tnirt - Azgour - Imi ndounit Gorges - Taskourt - Agafay

Day 5: Agafay - Marrakesh

Day 6: Departure

7-nights:

Day 1: Arrival

Day 2: Marrakesh- Asni - Ouirgane

Day 3: Ouirgane - Amizmiz - Anougal - Tnirt

Day 4: Tnirt - Azgour - Imi ndounit Gorges - Taskourt - Agafay

Day 5: Agafay - Marrakesh

Days 6-7: Marrakesh

Day 8: Departure

10-nights:

Day 1: Arrival

Day 2: Marrakesh - Asni - Ouirgane

Day 3: Ouirgane - Amizmiz - Anougal - Tnirt

Day 4: Tnirt - Azgour - Imi ndounit Gorges - Taskourt - Agafay

Day 5: Agafay - Marrakesh

Days 6-7: Marrakesh

Day 8: Marrakech - Essaouira

Days 9-10: Essaouira

Day 11: Departure

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakesh:

• Meet and greet by your representative.
• Transfer to your hotel.

Overnight at Riad Laora or similar

Day 2: Marrakesh - Asni - Ouirgane (Breakfast & Dinner):

• Early morning pick-upbefore your sunrise flight.
• On your hour-long journey, soar high above oases and secluded Berber villages, as well as the terraced, irrigated fields of the Al Haouz Plain. Marvel at the incredible mountain range in the background and keep your eyes peeled for caravans of dromedary camels going about their daily business.

Day 1: Arrivalin Marrakesh:

• Meet and greet by your representative.
• Transfer to your hotel.

Overnight at Riad Laora or similar

Day 2: Marrakesh - Asni - Ouirgane (Breakfast & Dinner):

• Early morning pick-upbefore your sunrise flight.
• On your hour-long journey,soar high above oases and secluded Berber villages, as well as the terraced, irrigated fields of the Al Haouz Plain. Marvel at the incredible mountain range in the background and keep your eyes peeled for caravans of dromedary camels going about their daily business.
• Back on solid ground, enjoy a delicious Moroccan breakfast with the Atlas Mountains as a backdrop, before returning to your riad, enriched, with unforgettable memories.
• After a short break, head to 'the red trails' on your Asni and Ouirgane day trip from Marrakesh. Nestled in the foothills of Mount Toubkal, theAsni and Ouirgane Valleysare known as 'the Happy Valleys'. With amazing greenery, flora and fauna, they make the ideal departure point for trekking.
• Depending on timing, it may be possible to visit the souk Asni or Moulay Brahim (Wednesdays and Saturdays), before taking the drive through theGheghaia river gorges on the way to Asni - famous for amethyst.
• Savour a picnic lunch whiledrinking in the fabulous mountain scenery.

Dinner and overnight at La Bergerie hotel

Day 3: Ouirgane - Amizmiz - Anougal – Tnirt (Breakfast & Dinner):

• After breakfast, set off for an exceptional tourof the south side of the High Atlas plateau andLake Takerkoustin theAnougal Valley, some80km south of Marrakesh.
• Descend towards the Asni Valley Marigha valley the Kik Plateau continuing alongOuzguita Villages, dominated by the High Atlas chain. Take in the magnificent panorama of theMount Toubkal massif, overlooking Marrakesh and the Lalla Takerkoust Dam in its centre.

Day 1: Arrivalin Marrakesh:

• Meet and greet by your representative.
• Transfer to your hotel.

Overnight at Riad Laora or similar

Day 2: Marrakesh - Asni - Ouirgane (Breakfast & Dinner):

• Early morning pick-upbefore your sunrise flight.
• On your hour-long journey,soar high above oases and secluded Berber villages, as well as the terraced, irrigated fields of the Al Haouz Plain. Marvel at the incredible mountain range in the background and keep your eyes peeled for caravans of dromedary camels going about their daily business.
• Back on solid ground, enjoy a delicious Moroccan breakfast with the Atlas Mountains as a backdrop, before returning to your riad, enriched, with unforgettable memories.
• After a short break, head to 'the red trails' on your Asni and Ouirgane day trip from Marrakech. Nestled in the foothills of Mount Toubkal, theAsni and Ouirgane Valleysare known as 'the Happy Valleys'. With amazing greenery, flora and fauna, they make the ideal departure point for trekking.
• Depending on timing, it may be possible to visit the souk Asni or Moulay Brahim (Wednesdays and Saturdays), before taking the drive through theGheghaia river gorges on the way to Asni - famous for amethyst.
• Savour a picnic lunch whiledrinking in the fabulous mountain scenery.

Dinner and overnight at La Bergerie hotel

Day 3: Ouirgane - Amizmiz - Anougal – Tnirt (Breakfast & Dinner):

• After breakfast, set off for an exceptional tourof the south side of the High Atlas plateau andLake Takerkoustin theAnougal Valley, some80km south of Marrakesh.
• Descend towards the Asni Valley Marigha valley the Kik Plateau continuing alongOuzguita Villages, dominated by the High Atlas chain. Take in the magnificent panorama of theMount Toubkal massif, overlooking Marrakesh and the Lalla Takerkoust Dam in its centre.
• Discover the precarious conditions in which the Moroccan farming community of the region lives. Tiny villages, olive plantations & green vegetation dot the route to the Oued Nfiss Valley.
• Travel through this remarkable green backdrop as far as the picturesqueBerber villages of Dnassa– surrounded by olive, fig, walnut trees, quince, prune & almond plantations.
• Marvel at the amazing views from an altitude of 1800m - and in the winter months the snow-capped backdrop of the Atlas summits.
• Enjoy a refreshment stop in Amizmiz town before continuing onwards to the Anougal Valley.
• Visitthe Imi n Tala Springand enjoy lunch with a local family for a momentary immersion intraditional rural life, which for its inhabitants, is punctuated by the seasons, crop irrigation terraces seed and harvest of wheat, barley, and fruit trees.
• After lunch,your 4x4 ride continues through a succession of typical villages alongAnougal Valley.

Dinner and overnight atLes Jardins D'Amizmiz

Day 4: Tnirt – Azgour – Imi ndounit Gorges – Taskourt – Agafay (Breakfast & Dinner):

• After breakfast, discover thevillage of Tnirt - a very peacefulplace, before descending intothe valley to visit themining area of Azgour.
• Upon arrival at the village Adaghas (2,000 m),enjoylunch in a cosy, traditional'auberge', or inn. The view is outstanding from here with many high peaks, including Toubkal, the highest peak of the High Atlas (4,167m).
• After lunch, this magical sinuous tour continues towardsImi-n-dounit village, passing many villages on the way (including Douzro, Tagadirt, Ighizaran, Ibardaten, Adassil, Mjdid, Maghossa and Irgan warshan).
• Arrive into the Agafay Desert where asumptuous traditional mealin atentlined with carpets,decked with soft lighting and desert trinkets, welcomes you after a long day brimming with discovery.

Dinner and overnight at the Canyon Lodge (or similar)

Day 5: Agafay – Marrakesh(Breakfast & Dinner):

• Takean early morning stroll before breakfast and savour thesunriseoverthe Hills of Agafayand theAtlas Mountains.
• Spend the morning at leisure, take a short walk to the canyons or sunbathe around the pool.
• You'll be picked up early afternoon for the drive back to Marrakesh, where you'll check into yourriad.
• A local guide will join you in the afternoon atyour riad andassist you in navigating the small alleyways packed with thousands of shops on ahalf-day discovery tour of the souks and medina.
• Stroll through some of Marrakesh’s most picturesque gardens, and wander the labyrinthine streets of the Medina, before relaxing overdinner in a traditional restaurant.

Overnight at Riad Laora or similar

Day 6: Departure (Breakfast):

• Enjoy a tasty breakfast at your riad.
• Enjoy the day at your own leisure.

Overnight at Riad Laora or similar

Day 7: Marrakesh (Breakfast & Lunch):

• Enjoy a tasty breakfast at your riad.
• Enjoy the day at your own leisure.

Overnight at Riad Laora or similar

Day 8: Marrakesh – Essaouira (Breakfast):

• Enjoy a tasty breakfast at your riad.
• Pick-up from your riad and departure for Essaouira.

Overnight stay at Riad Mimouna or similar

Day 9 & 10: Essaouira (Breakfast):

• Savoura tasty breakfast at your riad.
• Enjoy the day at your own leisure to take a stroll on the beach or in the beguiling alleys of Essaouira - which boards one of the most peaceful medinas in Morocco.
• You can also enjoy a day sunbathing on the terrace of the Riad overlooking the ocean.

Overnight stay at the Riad Mimouna or similar

Day 11: Departure (Breakfast):

• Breakfast at the riad and departure to Marrakesh airport for your flight home.

You will stay in Standard Rooms in accommodation according to the programme (4* hotels, guest houses, riads or camps). In Essaouira, look forward to a stay in an Upgraded Sea View Room.

Your hotels during the tour*:

• Marrakesh: Riad Laora (or similar)

• Asni / Ouirgane: La Bergerie hotel(or similar)

• Amizmiz:Les Jardins D'Amizmiz (or similar)

• Agafay Desert: The camp Canyon Lodge(or similar)

• Essaouira: Riad Mimouna (or similar)

Experience an unforgettable evening with dinner and a show. Enter Chez Ali Fantasia Show and be enchanted by folklore groups with a dazzling show of belly dancers, fire-eaters, flying carpets and magicians.

Further information:

Enjoy traditional mint tea and Moroccan pastries during the show, and there is also a bar in the Caidal tent if you would like to try Moroccan wines (at an extra cost).

Practical information:

Type of excursion: Dinner and show

Guided: yes

Languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German and Dutch

Availability: every day except Saturday

Accessible to people with reduced mobility: yes

Accessible to pregnant women: yes

Recommended age: all ages. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.

Duration: 4h30

Times: 7pm - 11.30pm

Minimum number of people required for the activity: 2

Transfers: included

Pick-up and drop-off point: reception at your hotel

Price includes:

- Transfers between your hotel and the meeting point

- 3-course dinner (excluding drinks)

- Tea and Moroccan pastries

The price does not include:

- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section

- Any tips and personal expenses

- Anything not mentioned in "Price includes".

Embark on a day trip through the High Atlas mountain range.Drive along the ancient camel caravan routes along the arid Al Haouz plain, visit a famous kasbah with a guide and savour a traditional lunch at Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Practical information:

Exclusive activity for Voyage Privé customers

Type of excursion: Group excursion

Guided: yes, by the driver of your car

Languages: French, English, Spanish

Availability: every day

Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no

Accessible to pregnant women: no

Minimum age: 2 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.

Duration: 9 hours

Timetable: 8am - 6pm

Group size: 2 to 20 people

Transfers: included

Pick-up and drop-off point: reception at your hotel

Price includes:

- Guided tour of Kasbah and Berber villages

- Entrance fees

- Lunch (excluding drinks)

- Transfers between your hotel in the centre of Marrakech and the excursion sites

Price does not include:

- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section

- Any tips and personal expenses

- Anything not mentioned in "Price includes".

Take part in a cooking workshop and prepare Moroccan specialities using fresh ingredients purchased at a local market. Immerse yourself in the world of spices and aromas as you learn how to balance the rich flavours of Moroccan cuisine.

Further information:

Visit the market in search of ingredients for your traditional dish (a lamb, chicken or beef tagine) which you will prepare and then taste together at the end of your workshop.

Practical information:

Exclusive activity for Voyage Privé customers

Type of excursion: Cooking workshop

Languages: French and English

Availability: every day

Accessible to people with reduced mobility: yes

Accessible to pregnant women: yes

Minimum age: 2 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.

Duration: 3h30

Timetable: 10am - 1.30pm

Group size: 2 to 20 people

Transfers: yes

Pick-up and drop-off point: reception at your hotel

Price includes:

- Cooking workshop using ingredients purchased at the market

- Lunch (excluding drinks) based on the dish prepared during the workshop

- Transfers between your hotel in the centre of Marrakech and the activity venue

The price does not include:

- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section

- Any tips and personal expenses

- Anything not mentioned in "Price includes".

Travel to the "Gateway to the Sahara" - a breathtaking landscape lined with Kasbahs and palm groves. Learn all the secrets of this region with its rich natural and cultural heritage from your knowledgeable guide.

Itinerary:

- Cross the Glaoui territory to see ancient kasbahs and fortified granaries

- Go up to the Tizi N'Tichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains for incredible panoramas at the summit

- Enjoy a delicious Berber lunch before continuing on to a UNESCO World Heritage site, the stunning Kasbah Aït Benhaddou village

Practical information

Guided tour: yes

Languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German

Availability: Monday, Wednesday and Sunday

Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no

Accessible to pregnant women: no

Recommended age: all ages. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.

Duration: 12 hours

Timetable: 7am - 7pm

Minimum number of people required for the activity: 2

Transfers: included

Pick-up and drop-off point: reception at your hotel

Price includes:

- Transfers between your hotel and the meeting point

- The services of a guide

- Lunch (excluding drinks)

The price does not include:

- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section

- Any tips and personal expenses

- Anything not mentioned in "Price includes".

Stroll through the souks of the medina and buy hand-crafted gifts to take home. Admire the famous monuments and enjoy a delicious lunch served in a Moroccan riad-style restaurant.

Itinerary:

- Begin at the foot of the eminent Koutoubia mosque and its minaret, one of the masterpieces of Islamic architecture

- Continue to the stunning 12th-century Kasbah to see the characteristic carved gateway, Bab Agnaou

- Sampling Moroccan mini-salads and tajines in the Dar Nejjarine restaurant

- Pass through the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa square and enjoy the lively atmosphere of snake charmers, singers, storytellers and other artists

Practical information:

Exclusive activity for Voyage Privé customers

Type of excursion: walking tour

Guided: yes

Languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German

Availability: daily

Accessible to people with reduced mobility: yes

Accessible to pregnant women: yes

Minimum age: 2 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.

Duration: 6 hours

Schedule: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Group size: 1 to 20 people

Transfers: yes

Pick-up and drop-off point: hotel reception

Price includes:

- Guided tour of Marrakech

- Entrance fees

- Lunch (excluding drinks)

- Transfers between your hotel in central Marrakech and the activity venue

Price does not include:

- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section

- Gratuities and personal expenses

- Anything not mentioned in "Price includes"

Popular with Moroccans looking to escape the heat and bustling streets of Marrakesh, the Ourika Valley is a lush oasis at the foot of the impressive Atlas Mountains. Venture away from the city and explore the region's verdant villages, orchards and vegetation.

Exclusive activity for Voyage Privé customers

Cross the Haouz plain on your way to the abandoned village of Aghmat, then continue to Ighref in the Djebel Yagour assembly line where you can admire the panoramic views from the small Berber villages dotted around the region, as well as the waters flowing through the mountain foothills and irrigating the Ourika valley.

Stop for a refreshing mint tea in a local herb garden and admire the breathtaking views over the valley.

Practical information:

Exclusive activity for Voyage Privé customers

Guided tour: yes

Languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German and Dutch

Availability: daily

Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no

Accessible to pregnant women: yes

Minimum age: all ages. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.

Duration: 4 hours

Timetable: 9am - 1pm

Minimum number of participants: 2

Transfers: yes

Pick-up and drop-off point: reception at your hotel

Price includes:

- Guided tour

- Transfers between your hotel in the centre of Marrakech and the activity venue

Price does not include:

- Meals and drinks not mentioned in "Price includes".

- Any tips and personal expenses

- Anything not mentioned in "Price includes".

Marrakesh is the epicentre of culture in Morocco, thanks to its ancient Medina, lively souks, and historic monuments.Immerse yourself in the heady atmosphere, withsnake charmers in the bustling Jemaa El Fna Square, peace and tranquillity at the Bahia Palace, or an onrush of colour and spices in the dense souks of the Medina.

While Marrakesh preserves its centuries-old history at placessuch asthe Koutoubia Mosque, the city'sBohemian atmosphere is most present in Jardin Majorelle, a landscaped botanical garden created by French artist Jacques Majorelle and later bought by Yves Saint-Laurent.Alternatively, visitors can escape the city altogether and take a trip to the Atlas Mountains to visit the region’s traditional Berber villages and argan oil cooperatives.

At the end of the day, Le Jardin Secret is the perfect placeto enjoy a stylish meal in a chic Moroccan courtyard. Alternatively,retreat to one of the Medina’s rooftop restaurants for a delicious tagine while watching the sunset over the city mosques.

Morocco will enchant you. Take the time to stroll through the medinas of Marrakech, Fez or the sublime blue city of Chefchaouen, discover the many treasures of its rich cultural heritage or climb the peaks of the Atlas Mountains.

Known for its cultural wonders and breathtaking panoramas, your stay in Morocco is also captivating from a culinary point of view - every stopover offers the opportunity to sample delicious specialities: Tajine, mint tea or pastries whose unique scent of orange blossom awakens the senses.