Southern Morocco: The Sahara, The Coast & Marrakech

Arrival Day. Make your way to the joining hotel for a brief welcome meeting before driving to Ouarzazate for an overnight stay at our accommodations there. Please arrive at the hotel meeting point before 2:30PM.

Please plan for your flight to arrive at the airport in Marrakech no later than 12:30PM.

Meals included: Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - The adventure begins. After a brief welcome meeting, where your CEO will review the details of your tour you'll be on your way to Ouarzazate.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Ecolodge Ouednoujoum

In the morning before leaving the group will explore the famous atlas film studios in Ourzazate and learn a bit about the film making in Morocco. Drive to Zagora and then to Mhamid. From there head out into the Sahara desert for two nights of camping under the stars. The walk will take about two hours and we will arrive at the camp around sunset. Enjoy a cup of tea and watch the colors change in the sky as the sun slips below the horizon.
From Ourzazate we drive to Zagora along rural roads. In Mhamid (Oulad Edriss) we meet the local crew and start the desert journey to Erg Lihoudi. Any luggage will be brought to camp by jeeps. Dinner will be served fireside.The camp is in Erg Lihoudi. Our camps will be comfortable, but still somewhat basic. You'll see some spectacular night skies.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Discover the sets of blockbusters from years past at Atlas Film Studios, the largest film studio in the world. Get behind-the-scenes access to the sets and props used in the making of films like Raiders of the Lost Arc and Gladiator (2000), as well as TV show Game of Thrones. Wander past jetplanes, through a colosseum, and into a tomb as your guide reveals the scenes that they were used in and how they were built.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Head out into the vast landscape of the Sahara, one of the world's largest deserts and walk along the sand dunes around you. Make sure to bring your camera for some fantastic photos of the desert's formidable landscape of sand.Activity - After travelling by foot into the desert enjoy some tea and watch the sunset near our desert camp for the night. Eat dinner around the fire and enjoy a quiet night beneath the starry skies.Accommodation - Hotel Zagour - Camp

Wake up to a stunning sunrise, enjoy some breakfast at camp and then start the day. This is our second day of the Berber desert journey. Then you have a choice of walking or riding a camel to our lunch stop. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Sahara as you travel like people have for millenniums. After lunch we'll enter the 21st century again and travel to the next desert camp by 4x4. Arrive at the oasis of Bertam to catch sunset before having dinner fireside with stories and music.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Roads? Where this rough-and-ready vehicle's going, we don't need roads.Activity - Today you have the choice to walk or ride a camel. Its about a two to three hour walk or ride ride until we reach our lunch stop. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Sahara as you travel like people have for centuries.Activity - After travelling by foot, camel, and 4x4 we'll arrive at the Bertam Oasis. This temporary overnight camp is more basic, and has been set up just for the group. Catch another desert sunset, enjoy dinner and stories around a fire and spend another night in tents under the stars.Accommodation - Chez Belhou: Mobile desert Camp

After another sunrise out in the desert and some breakfast at camp the group will travel to Zagora by 4x4. Enjoy some free time to shower, freshen up, and relax by the hotel pool after our Sahara adventure. After lunch continue on to Skoura. Explore this oasis city famed for its date palms. Have dinner as a group in Skoura.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Roads? Where this rough-and-ready vehicle's going, we don't need roads.Free_time - Take advantage of some free time in Zagora to freshen up at the hotel. Grab a hot shower washing the desert dust away and spend some time by the pool before lunch. It's the perfect way to feel refreshed after our desert adventure.Free_time - Wander the town, visit the palm plantations, visit the markets, and imagine discovering this haven after days or months travelling through the desert.Accommodation - Skoura Lodge

Travel back to Marrakech and enjoy free morning to see the city. In the afternoon the group will attend a cooking demonstration and learn how to make tanjia, a different form of tagine.

We'll make the dish and seal it in the clay pot to cook overnight in the hamman. Then, explore the various food vendors in the Medina with your CEO and learn about the different ingredients. End the day with evening tea on the rooftop terrace overlooking the main square of Jemaa El Fnaa.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Not to be confused with the popular tagine, "tanjia" is distinct to Marrakech and one of the best local experiences for any traveller. Learn the history and culture behind this dish, then head to the market to pick up a clay vessel called tanjia - which the dish is named after - and the ingredients you will need, traditionally some meat and spices. Drop off your tanjia at the neighbourhood "furan" or communal oven to have it cooked in the ashes that heat the nearby hammam. The next day, pick up your tanjia and enjoy a delicious meal with the group.Free_time - Marrakech's lively and bustling atmosphere is just waiting to be enjoyed. Wander through the Medina searching for the best North African flavours and spices to add to your home collection. You can shop for a carpet, a lamp, or pottery while trying Moroccan delicacies along the way. You could visit Jardin Majorelle, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, or relax in the Hammams.Accommodation - Riad Chambres d'Amis Marrakesh

Visit the important sites within the medina this morning. Make stops to Jardin Secret and Bahia Palace. End the morning adventure with a trip to the bakery to learn a brief introduction into Moroccan bread making, then have a taste.

Collect your tanjia lunch on the way back to the Riad. Enjoy your own cooking as lunch on the terrace. The afternoon and evening are free for you to explore Marrakech on your own. Don't miss a chance to visit Jardins Majorelle with their vibrant blue garden houses and thriving plants.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Enjoy a guided tour of the Medina in which you will make stop to Jardin Secret and Bahia Palace. End the tour with a stop at the bakery to grab some Moroccan bread to go with your tanjia lunch.Free_time - Explore Marrakech on your own. Go back to the food stalls in the Medina, or visit the Djemaa El Fna Market in search of souvenirs.Accommodation - Riad Chambres d'Amis Marrakesh

Set out on a full day excursion to Ouzoud, a beautiful oasis waterfall near the Atlas Mountains. Walk up the stairs to the top of the falls and enjoy breathtaking views of the flowing water. After a delicious lunch right near the falls the group will travel back to Marrakech. Enjoy a local dinner in the heart of Jamee Lafna Square.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Travel to North Africa's highest multi-tiered waterfalls. At a height of 360ft (110m), the Ouzoud Falls are named after "the act of grinding grain" in Amazigh culture.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Riad Chambres d'Amis Marrakesh

Set off to Essaouira after a free morning in Marrakech. Upon arrival, visit the port to learn from the local fishermen then set off on a guided walking tour of the city.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Meet local fisherman at the Essaouira Port where they will present their daily catch and explain the different fish. Enjoy a sample of freshly grilled sardines.Activity - Set off on foot to explore Essaouira's fortified walls (Skala) and learn of the city's detailed history and vibrant culture.

Today we go local. Drive to Sidi Kaouki then join a local family for lunch and a bread making demonstration. After lunch enjoy free time to stroll the beach or get your adrenaline pumping with a surf class, kite surfing, or a yoga session. Return to Essaouira and spend the remainder of your evening however you wish.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit a local family for a welcome tea, lunch, and a bread making experience with the hosts. After lunch, enjoy free time by the beautiful beach of this small fishing town that is quickly becoming a favourite with surfers.Free_time - Take in the beautiful scenery and explore some of the local activities; take a surf class, try your hand at kite surfing, or enjoy a yoga session.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Travel to Agadir today with a few stops en route. First up is Tamri beach where views of the shoreline and rock formations will take your breath away before an exhilarating sandboarding experience on the nearby towering dunes. Continue on to Agadir to the Souk Lhed where your taste buds will be delighted on a walking food tour. Later, take in the sunset from cable car.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Tamri Beach is a coastal haven that captivates with its unique blend of beauty and adventure. Stroll along the pristine shoreline, where time has sculpted mesmerizing rock formations. Venture further to discover towering sand dunes that invite the thrill of sandboarding. The golden slopes offer an exhilarating experience, a perfect fusion of adrenaline and joy.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Delve into Souk Lhed with a foodie tour featuring local staples like khobz, grilled kefta, and fresh sardines. Move through savoury stops for fava bean soup and msemen before refreshing with pomegranate juice and Moroccan mint tea. The experience wraps up with a taste of traditional sweets, including chebakia and kaab el ghazal.Activity - Take in panoramic sunset views on a scenic ascent to the Kasbah.Accommodation - Hotel Aferni Agadir

Enjoy a free day in Taghazout. Here the beach is beautiful and the vibe is a charming mix of local fishing village paired with an understated surfer's paradise. Choose to join your CEO at the Argan Museum, exploring the art of argan oil or explore the beach and local surf culture. Head back to Agadir for an optional farewell dinner in the Marina.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Explore Taghazout however you wish with free time. The charm of a Moroccan fishing village blended with a laid-back, surfer's paradise makes this the perfect locatiom to take a dip in the ocean, join a surf lesson, or walk the beach. Or if you'd rather, visit the Argan Museum dedicated to argan oil, "liquid gold" that is endemic to the area.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Aferni Agadir

After breakfast transfer back to Marrakech, about four hours from Agadir, arriving around 12pm. The tour ends on arrival to the airport or at the Marrakech hotel for those have booked post-tour nights.

Please do not book departing flights any earlier than 4PM.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.