Sahara and High Atlas, Private tour

Sahara and High Atlas, Private tour

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating private tour through Morocco's Sahara and High Atlas regions. Begin your journey in the vibrant city of Marrakech, exploring iconic sites like the Koutoubia Mosque and Jemaa el-Fnaa Market. Traverse the stunning High Atlas Mountains to reach Ouarzazate, home to the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou. Experience the mystique of the Tinfou Dunes, the gateway to the Draa Valley, and enjoy a night under the stars in a desert camp. Discover the charm of Oulad Berhil, renowned for its ancient Kasbahs. With comfortable 4-star accommodations, daily breakfasts and dinners, and a private 4x4 vehicle with an English-speaking driver, this tour offers an unforgettable adventure through Morocco's diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Marrakech: Explore the famous Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and Jemaa el-Fnaa Market.

  • Ouarzazate: Visit the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou and the Taourirt Kasbah.

  • Tizi n'Tichka: Drive through the stunning mountain pass in the High Atlas Mountains.

  • Tinfou Dunes: Experience the gateway to the Draa Valley with its beautiful and mysterious dunes.

  • Draa Valley: Discover exotic oases, Berber villages, and ancient Kasbahs.

  • Oulad Berhil: Explore the town known for its ancient Kasbahs and vibrant souks.

  • Tamegroute: Visit the village famous for its pottery, Koranic library, and religious school.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : ARRIVAL MARRAKECH

Location: Marrakech

Accommodation Name: Zalag Kasbah & Spa or similar 4*

Meals Included: Dinner

After clearing customs at Marrakech airport, our team will be waiting outside the airport, in front of the Arrivals exit, to welcome you holding a sign with your name on it. After the meet & greet, they’ll transfer you to your hotel. Please do not leave the pick-up area without having met the agent/driver first. After checking in, the rest of the day is free for you to spend at leisure, be that hitting the streets and starting to explore Marrakech by your own foot or simply relaxing at the hotel and making the most of the services available.

Overnight in Marrakech

Day 2 : MARRAKECH – OUARZAZATE (200 Km – 4 Hrs)

Location: Marrakech, High Atlas Mountains, Tizi n'Tichka, Telouet Kasbah, Ait Benhaddou, Ouarzazate

Accommodation Name: Le Fint or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your driver at your hotel’s reception to begin your drive toward Ouarzazate by driving up into the High Atlas Mountains and crossing the stunning Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass, which stands at 2,260 metres of altitude. You can visit the Telouet Kasbah along the way, this being the former residence of the powerful Glaoui family. After enjoying some free time for lunch, continue to the Ait Benhadour Kasbah. This Kasbah has served as the setting for many famous films and is now listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. One last drive then takes you to Ouarzazate, where you’ll check in and have dinner at the hotel.

Overnight in Ouarzazate

Day 3 : OUARZAZATE – TINFOU DUNES (195 Km – 3.5 Hrs)

Location: Ouarzazate, Agdz, Draa Valley, Zagora, Tamegroute, Tinfou Dunes

Accommodation Name: La Fibule de Draa or similar (Desert Camp)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast in the hotel is followed by your departure to the village of Agdz, which is located on the old caravan route between Marrakech and Timbuktu. Then visit the Draa Valley, wherein you’ll find exotic oases, Berber villages and many 17th- and 18th-century Kasbahs made from mud and straw. The landscape also boasts many green palm groves and great views of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains. Continue then to Zagora, where you can have an optional lunch. The next village on your list is Tamegroute, famous for its pottery, Koranic library and religious school. From here it is not far to the dunes of Tinfou, where you can walk on the sand to the top of a dune and contemplate the endless expanse of the Sahara Desert. Check in and enjoy dinner. 

Overnight in Tinfou Dunes Bivouac

Day 4 : TINFOU DUNES – OULAD BERHIL (385 Km – 5.5 Hrs)

Location: Tinfou Dunes, Tazenakhet, Taliouine, Oulad Berhil

Accommodation Name: Riad Hida or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today you will be woken up early in the morning – and for good reason! Climb to the top of a sand dune in the pre-dawn dark and wait to contemplate the glorious sunrise, a truly unforgettable experience. After that, enjoy breakfast at the camp. Then continue your journey by driving to Oulad Berhil via Tazenakhet, a well-known village for its production of Berber carpets. Your next stop is the village of Taliouine, the first producer in Africa of its most famous golden spice: saffron. Wrap the day off with a visit to a cooperative to learn more about this plant. After that, one last drive will drop you off in Oulad Berhil, where you’ll check in to a hotel and spend the night. Dinner included.

Overnight in Oulad Berhil

Day 5 : OULAD BERHIL – MARRAKECH (320 Km – 4 Hrs)

Location: Ouled Berhil, Tizi-n-Test Pass, Marrakech

Accommodation Name: Zalag Kasbah & Spa or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Wake up to breakfast at the hotel followed by a tour of Ouled Berhil, which will take you to see its ancient Kasbah, Main Street and vibrant souks. After that, drive back to Marrakech by crossing the Tini-n-Test mountain pass and seeing the many Berber villages that dot the Atlas Mountain. Arrive at your selected hotel in Marrakech in the evening, where a delightful dinner is waiting for you.

Overnight in Marrakech

Day 6 : DEPARTURE MARRAKECH

Location: Marrakesh

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy one last breakfast at the hotel before bidding farewell to Morocco and taking your transfer to Marrakech Airport, depending on the time your departure flight is scheduled to leave.

What's Included

  • Transportation

    Private vehicle 4x4 with A/C with English-speaking driver from day 2 till day 5.

  • Airport Transfers

    Arrival and departure airport transfers are included.

  • Meet & Greet

    Meet & Greet service on day 1 is included.

What's Not Included

  • Tour Guide

    A tour guide is not included.

  • Visas and Flights

    Visas, international flights, and airport taxes are not included and must be paid directly by clients.

  • Driver-Guide Tips

    Tips for the driver-guide are not included.

  • Insurance

    Personal travel, baggage, and medical insurance are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Telephone bills, laundry, and any items of a personal nature such as drinks and meals not stated in the programme are not included.

  • Entrance Fees

    Visit and entrance fees to museums and monuments mentioned in the itinerary are not included.

Requirements

Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting religious or official buildings in Morocco. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Please Note

  • Please note that the driver is included but does not provide a guide service 
  • Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to tour contents without prior notice, including possible change of hotels and/or itinerary.
  • Arrival at Marrakech Airport. After the customs formalities, our agent/driver will waiting for you outside the airport, front of the arrival exit holding a sign with your name. Please do not leave the pick-up area without having met the agent/driver first.
  • Unmarried couple with Moroccan nationality, please inquire about local legislation concerning accommodation.     

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1,5 Marrakech:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Zalag Kasbah & Spa or similar 4*
Day 2 Ouarzazate:
  • Standard Hotel Category = Le Fint or similar 4*
Day 3 Tinfou Dunes:
  • Standard Hotel Category = Bivouac Palais Asmaa or similar (Desert Camp)
Day 4  Oulad Berhil:
  • Standard Hotel Category = Riad Hida or similar 4*

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with a private 4x4 vehicle equipped with A/C and an English-speaking driver from day 2 to day 5, including arrival and departure airport transfers.

Accommodation

Enjoy 5 nights of accommodation in Morocco, staying in 4-star standard hotels such as Zalag Kasbah & Spa in Marrakech, Le Fint in Ouarzazate, La Fibule de Draa in Tinfou Dunes (Desert Camp), and Riad Hida in Oulad Berhil.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1,5 Marrakech:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Zalag Kasbah & Spa or similar 4*

Day 2 Ouarzazate:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Le Fint or similar 4*

Day 3 Tinfou Dunes:

  • Standard Hotel Category = La Fibule de Draa or similar (Desert Camp)

Day 4  Oulad Berhil:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Riad Hida or similar 4*

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides a private 4x4 vehicle with air conditioning and an English-speaking driver from day 2 to day 5. Additionally, arrival and departure airport transfers are included.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour package includes 5 breakfasts and 5 dinners.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    The tour includes 5 nights of accommodation in standard hotel categories. In Marrakech, you will stay at Zalag Kasbah & Spa or a similar 4-star hotel. In Ouarzazate, accommodation is at Le Fint or similar 4-star hotel. At Tinfou Dunes, you will stay at La Fibule de Draa or a similar desert camp. In Oulad Berhil, accommodation is at Riad Hida or a similar 4-star hotel. ...more ...less

  • Is a tour guide included in the package?

    No, a tour guide is not included in the package. The driver is included but does not provide a guide service.

  • What activities are included in the itinerary?

    The itinerary includes visiting the Telouet Kasbah, Ait Benhadour Kasbah, exploring the Draa Valley, visiting the village of Tamegroute, and experiencing the sunrise at Tinfou Dunes. You will also visit the village of Taliouine to learn about saffron production and tour Oulad Berhil to see its ancient Kasbah and vibrant souks. ...more ...less

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

  • Do you offer any travel insurance?

    We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure. 

  • What does the price include?

    What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.

  • Are flights included in the tour?

    No, they are not included

  • Is there any option for solo traveller?

    Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.

  • Are Visa fees included in the price?

    No, visa fees are not included

  • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

    Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.

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Sahara and High Atlas, Private tour

6 Days Starting and ending in Marrakech, Morocco

Visiting: Marrakech, High Atlas Mountains, Tizi n'Tichka, Telouet Kasbah, Ait Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, Agdz, Draa Valley, Zagora, Tamegroute, Tinfou Dunes, Tazenakhet, Taliouine, Oulad Berhil, Ouled Berhil, Tizi-n-Test Pass, Marrakesh ...more ...less

Tour code:

67636

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Partially Guided

Group size:

2 - 8

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

10-99

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Activities:

4WD, Sightseeing, Walking

From: $1511 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 12-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

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