Rock the Kasbah

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Fully Guided Small Group Scenic
Our Price From 1,485 Per Person
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 Trip Length
10 Days
 Trip Starts
Marrakesh
 Trip Finishes
Marrakesh
10 Day Rock the Kasbah Itinerary (On The Go Tours)
Countries Explored: Morocco
Departures
Accommodation
3 - 4 Star
Max. Group Size
24
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
RK

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on On The Go Tours 10 Day Rock the Kasbah. A Christmas of changing colours at Todra Gorge, impressive Kasbahs at Aït Benhaddou, camping under Saharan stars and ringing in the New Year in enchanting Marrakech, Guaranteed to be a festive season to remember!

Itinerary

Seasons Greetings and welcome to Morocco! Arrival transfer from the airport to our hotel.

This evening (at 19:00) our welcome meeting takes place where you will meet your tour leader and fellow travellers.

This morning we drive onwards to the legendary Ait Benhaddou - a ‘fortified city' situated along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech, boasts some beautiful examples of ancient kasbahs. Only a handful of which remain inhabited. Granted UNESCO World Heritage listing, this incredible site had been the setting for many films including Gladiator. After exploring Ait Benhaddou we travel onwards to Skoura where we have an evening at leisure. (B/L/D)

Merry Christmas! We spend the morning visiting the kasbah Amridil before continuing to Gorge du Dades in the Dades valley.

On arrival we take some time to explore the gorges, palmeries and kasbah ruins. We then have the evening to relax before enjoying a great Xmas dinner in the beautiful surroundings. (B/L/D)

Crossing Jebel Sarhro, we enjoy lunch and a swim before travelling down to Erg Chebbi sand dunes, the start point of the mighty Sahara Desert. The Erg Chebbi dunes located near the remote frontier town of Merzouga are renowned for their incredible height and size. In parts the vast sand pile reaches skyward to heights of 150 metres!

The desert winds ensure this astonishing landscape is forever changing and no two days offer the same panorama. Mounting our camels, we trek across the vast rolling dunes of the Sahara and take in the breath-taking scenery. Arriving at our simple Berber camp, we enjoy dinner, music and a night under the Saharan stars, before retiring to our tents for the evening. Wrap up warm! If you would prefer to take a Jeep to the Berber camp, this can be arranged locally through your guide at no additional cost.

If you would prefer the comfort of a hotel with en-suite facilities this evening, opt for our Sahara hotel alternative at no additional cost. Please do let us know your preferred option at the time of booking. (B/L/D)

Today we travel through Mercissi and Nkob in the Saghro Moutain region, passing the incredible rock formations and wells that have been dug over centuries by the nomads to get access to water, along the way. Onwards to the small town of Agdz, with its Palmeries, ancient Kasbahs and incredible views of Jebel Kissane Mountain. Our final stop of the day is Ouarzazate – Morocco's film capital.

This evening we enjoy a group meal together. (B/L/D)

Famous for being a prime filming location for many Hollywood TV shows and Blockbusters, we have the opportunity to explore the World's largest film studio this morning. Be sure to explore the iconic Colosseum used in 'Gladiator' and the prop jet used in 'Jewel of the Nile'. Carrying on we continue to Kasbah Telouet. Built in 1860 this kasbah was once home to the very wealthy Thami El Glaoui until he conspired with French Colonialists to delay Morocco's fight for independence.

Descending into the city of Marrakech, Morocco's pink city. We have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the Medina and the delights of Djemaa el Fna, the exuberant market place, which is a hive of activity, sights and smells at both day and night. (B)

This morning enjoy a guided tour of Marrakech and the afternoon is free to independently explore. The focal point of Marrakech is the central square - Djemaa el Fna, an extraordinary gathering and market place. Full of colour, spicy aromas and traders, Djemaa el Fna is best seen in the evening, illuminated against a backdrop of the snowcapped Atlas Mountains, when it's overflowing with food stalls, snake charmers, fortune tellers, musicians and henna artists. Towering over all this is the Koutoubia mosque, the tallest building in the city. (B/D)

Two days of free time to explore Marrakech independently. Perhaps try a hammam and practice your bargaining skills in the souks. On New Years Eve there is the option to get together for dinner (and a few drinks) in a local restaurant to celebrate the coming of the New Year. (Bx2)

Our tour concludes after breakfast and hotel check out. Happy New Year! (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Marrakech - Discover the sights, smells, and sounds of this iconic city on a guided tour, and ring in the New Year with two days to explore independently
  • Dades Gorge - Spend Christmas Day exploring the kasbah Amridil and take in the breathtaking view of this mighty gorge, tucking into a delicious Christmas dinner in the area
  • Sahara Desert - Ride a camel or jeep into the Erg Chebbi sand dunes and star gaze the Sahara skies
  • Ait Benhaddou - Delve into the warren of narrow streets that make up this famous UNESCO-listed kasbah, which has also featured in numerous movies
  • Draa Valley - Pass through this scenic region, stopping in Agdz to visit ancient kasbahs and enjoy incredible mountain views
  • Ouarzazate - Relax in the 'Hollywood of Morocco' and opt to visit the film studios responsible for Gladiator and other blockbusters

  • Breakfast daily, 4 lunches and 5 dinners inclusive of a traditional Berber meal at our Sahara camp
  • Guided sightseeing - Merzouga, Dades Gorge, Ait Benhaddou and Marrakech
  • Camel trek or Jeep into the Sahara Desert
  • All transportation and transfers in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles
  • Specialist guides in some cities
  • Escorted by a licensed English speaking Moroccan tour guide
  • Arrival transfer from Marrakech Airport on day 1

  • 8 nights 3-4 star hotels and 1 night simple accommodation at Sahara Desert camp (hotel alternative available)
  • Adam Park Hotel & Spa (Marrakech)
  • Sawadi Ecolodge (Skoura)
  • Kasbah Ait BenHadda (Skoura)
  • Kasbah Tizzaouirine (Dades Gorge)
  • Ksar Sultan Dades (Dades Gorge)
  • Camp Touareg (Merzouga)
  • Ksar Ben Youssef (Ouarzazate)
  • Dar Amoudou (Ouarzazate)

  • Excludes International flights and visa
  • On some road journeys, the tour leader may not be in your particular vehicle
  • Excludes Tip for your tour guide and driver. We recommend you allow USD$2-3 per day, per traveller for your guide and USD$1-2 per day, per traveller for your driver. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture
  • Excludes Entrance Fees: USD$35-55pp, paid in USD or local currency

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