6-Day Morocco Tour: From Marrakech to the Sahara & Essaouira

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Duration

6 day 5 nights

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

Dutch, English, Espanol, Francais, German, Italy, Russian

About this tour

Embark on an unforgettable 6-day tour of Morocco, starting in the lively city of Marrakech. Explore bustling souks, stunning palaces, and the vibrant energy of the medina. Travel through the majestic High Atlas Mountains to visit the ancient Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic kasbahs.

Continue your journey into the Sahara Desert, where you’ll ride a camel across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi and spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp, surrounded by silence and starlight.

End your adventure in the beautiful coastal city of Essaouira, famous for its relaxed atmosphere, fresh seafood, and historic UNESCO-listed medina. This 6-day Morocco itinerary offers the perfect blend of culture, nature, and seaside charm.

Highlights

  • Marrakech browse the souks of Djemaa el Fna and explore the charming medina with a guided tour
  • Sahara Desert ride a camel into the famous sand dunes and stargaze the Sahara skies while spending a night at an authentic Berber desert camp
  • Essaouira relax and explore this quaint fishing city known for its beautiful medina and beachside cafes
  • Enjoy a scenic drive over the High Atlas Mountains pass through the lush Draa Valley and admire green palmeries and stunning vistas
  • Ait Benhaddou explore this UNESCO protected fortified kasbah famous for its appearance in many well-known films

Included/Excluded

  • 5 breakfasts and 3 dinners including a traditional Berber Camp dinner
  • 4 nights in 3 to 4 star hotels and 1 night camping in an authentic Berber Camp in the Sahara
  • Sahara camel trek experience in Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Guided tours of Marrakech and the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou
  • Entrance fees to all included attractions and all applicable road taxes and tolls
  • Services of a licensed English-speaking tour guide at all guided sites
  • Transportation in a private 4x4 or minivan and return transfer from Essaouira by Supratours public bus
  • Private vehicle available throughout with the 4 to 5 star hotel upgrade option see trip notes for details
  • Airport arrival transfer from Marrakech Menara Airport on day 1 of the tour
  • Please note this tour is semi-independent on days 5 and 6 and you will not be accompanied by a tour guide
  • International flights and visa
  • Tip for your tour guide and driver we recommend allowing USD 4 to 5 per day per traveler for your guide and USD 2 to 3 per day per traveler for your driver tipping is entirely a personal gesture
  • Tipping kitty USD 30 to 50 per person paid in local currency

Itinerary

Welcome to Morocco
Arrive in Marrakech and transfer to your hotel
Spend the rest of the day at leisure
In the evening explore the famous Djemaa el Fna Square
See snake charmers food stalls and storytellers offering unique entertainment
Return to your hotel for an included dinner

Overnight
Marrakech
Meals
Dinner

Marrakech to Ait Benhaddou
Enjoy a guided city tour of Marrakech in the morning
Travel through the iconic High Atlas Mountains towards Ait Benhaddou
Join a guided tour of the ancient fortified kasbahs and learn about the rich history
Ait Benhaddou is one of southern Morocco’s oldest villages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
This site has been featured in famous films such as Gladiator and The Mummy
Spend the night in Ait Benhaddou and enjoy dinner at your hotel

Overnight
Ait Benhaddou
Meals
Breakfast Dinner

Marrakech to Sahara Desert
Begin the day with a scenic drive over the High Atlas Mountains heading toward Zagora via Ouarzazate
Pass through the beautiful Draa Valley with lush green palmeries and stunning vistas
Watch the landscape change as you enter the vast sandy desert
Transfer from the vehicle to a camel’s back and trek into the Sahara Desert
Spend the night at an authentic Berber camp
Enjoy traditional local food music and an unforgettable night under the stars

Overnight
Zagora
Meals
Breakfast Dinner

Sahara Desert to Marrakech
After your night in the Sahara Desert camp head back to Marrakech with a lunch stop along the way
Upon arrival explore Djemaa el Fna Square also known as the legendary main square
Djemaa el Fna is a famous open-air marketplace in the medina of Marrakech
It is one of the most storied public squares in the world
Visiting this square offers a fascinating experience like stepping back to medieval times
Explore the maze of over 9,000 lanes filled with bazaars food stalls and even local homes

Overnight
Marrakech
Meals
Breakfast

 

Marrakech to Essaouira
After breakfast take a taxi at your own expense to the bus terminal
Board the Supratours public bus to Essaouira a colorful fishing town within 15th century Portuguese fortifications
Essaouira is known for its beautiful beaches and surfing opportunities
This part of the tour is unescorted so you can explore at your own pace

Spend the day relaxing on the beach or exploring the UNESCO-listed medina
Discover various souks woodcarving workshops and local artisan shops marked by blue doors and window frames
The beach is located in front of the medina and offers many cafes terraces and souvenir shops

Optional activities include quad biking surfing horse trekking and windsurfing
No matter how you spend your day you will enjoy the charm of Essaouira

Overnight
Essaouira
Meals
Breakfast

Essaouira to Marrakech
Enjoy breakfast overlooking the Atlantic Ocean
Take a taxi at your own expense to the bus station
Catch the Supratours public bus back to Marrakech bus station
The tour concludes on arrival around midday
We recommend booking departing flights in the evening or we can arrange additional nights in Marrakech

For information about visas top travel tips and more please see our travel guide

Meals
Breakfast

Durations

Multi day

Languages

Dutch
English
Espanol
Francais
German
Italy
Russian

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