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Tour from Fez to Marrakech, discovering the great south of Morocco with Aguelmame Sidi Ali
7 nights / 8 days
Trip description
The Great South of Morocco is an authentic journey to discover, above all, the magic of the south of the country.
4x4 route begins in Fez , whose Medina —jewel of the Arab world—is a beautiful labyrinth in which to lose yourself between history and tradition. The road passes through unique places such as Ifrane , known as "Little Switzerland" , and Lake Aguelmane Sidi Ali , until reaching Erfoud , considered the gateway to the Great Erg Chebbi Desert . There, the endless dunes and the magical aura of the desert will give us an unforgettable night under the stars . We will leave the desert behind to cross the High Atlas , traveling through imposing landscapes that connect villages, gorges and mountains. Finally, we will arrive in Marrakech vibrant city , full of colors , aromas , artisans and artists , where every corner leaves an indelible mark on the memory.
4x4 route begins in Fez , whose Medina —jewel of the Arab world—is a beautiful labyrinth in which to lose yourself between history and tradition. The road passes through unique places such as Ifrane , known as "Little Switzerland" , and Lake Aguelmane Sidi Ali , until reaching Erfoud , considered the gateway to the Great Erg Chebbi Desert . There, the endless dunes and the magical aura of the desert will give us an unforgettable night under the stars . We will leave the desert behind to cross the High Atlas , traveling through imposing landscapes that connect villages, gorges and mountains. Finally, we will arrive in Marrakech vibrant city , full of colors , aromas , artisans and artists , where every corner leaves an indelible mark on the memory.
- Duration7 nights / 8 days
- PlacesFez, Ifrane, Aguelmame Sidi Ali, Erfoud, Erg Chebbi, Merdani, Rissani, Tinerhir, Boulmane Dades, Marrakech
- AirportFez / Marrakech
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Duration7 nights / 8 days -
PlacesFez, Ifrane, Aguelmame Sidi Ali, Erfoud, Erg Chebbi, Merdani, Rissani, Tinerhir, Boulmane Dades, Marrakech -
AirportFez / Marrakech -
Price
Day 1 of the itinerary
Arrival in Fez
- Departure from the airport of origin to Fez .
- Arrival in the city. (Depending on the time of year, there may be a time difference.)
- Pick up at the airport and transfer to the Riad in the Medina or 4* Hotel .
- Dinner and accommodation.
Day 2 of the itinerary
Fez – Middle Atlas – Aguelmane Sidi Ali
- Walking tour of the Medina of Fez with a local guide. Considered one of the most authentic and best-preserved in the Arab world.
- A tour of its labyrinthine medieval streets, teeming with life, craft centers, mosques, and palaces.
- Departure in a 4x4 vehicle with driver towards the south, crossing the Middle Atlas .
- Stop in Ifrane , known as Little Switzerland for its architecture and landscapes.
- A journey through the Giant Cedar Forests , where if you're lucky, you might be able to feed a colony of wild monkeys.
- Arrival at Lake Aguelmane Sidi Ali , at an altitude of 2,200 metres.
- Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel Xaluca Spa Aguelmane Sidi Ali , a historic retreat, built in 1935 and recently restored for a charming stay.
Day 3 of the itinerary
Aguelmane Sidi Ali – Ziz Valley – Erfoud
- We will wake up at the foot of the deepest natural lake in Morocco , surrounded by a privileged natural environment.
- Possibility of:
- Walk around the lake.
- Climb the crater of a nearby volcano .
- Visit a nomadic family .
- Enjoy the hotel facilities, such as the heated pool .
- (Optional) spa and hammam services .
- Lunch at Xaluca Spa Aguelmane Sidi Ali.
- In the afternoon, we continue our journey to the Desert.
- Crossing the Ziz Valley , with more than ten million palm trees .
- Arrival in Erfoud , known as the Gateway to the Desert .
- Dinner and overnight stay at Kasbah Xaluca , a unique accommodation in Morocco due to its special characteristics.
Day 4 of the itinerary
Erfoud – Oasis – Erg Chebbi – Bivouac de Luxe
- Today we will experience a truly desert-like day .
- We will travel along one of the tracks used in the Dakar Rally , visiting desert villages and nomads
- Stop at the Marine Fossil Quarries , over 360 million years old .
- -style food in an authentic oasis .
- Arrival at the Great Erg Chebbi , the desert of fine sand dunes .
- Change from 4x4 vehicle to camels , to enter the heart of the dunes.
- We will contemplate an unforgettable sunset from the top of the dunes.
- Arrival at the Bivouac de Luxe , where we will sleep in traditional tents , like those used by nomads.
- Dinner and overnight stay in the desert . Sleeping under the stars is a spectacular experience.
Day 5 of the itinerary
Sunrise in the dunes – Khamlia – Rissani – Kasbah Xaluca
- “Date with the Dawn” : It is recommended to get up early to walk to the top of the dunes and see the sunrise.
- Bedouin breakfast at the camp.
- Departure in 4x4 to go around the Erg Chebbi and reach the abandoned village of Merdani .
- Visit to the Sudanese village of Khamlia , where its inhabitants will welcome us with traditional dances and mint tea .
- Continue to Rissani * to visit its traditional market , where the desert tribes and nomads still get their supplies.
- Its curious parking area is striking: the donkey “parking lot” .
- Climb to a natural viewpoint to enjoy a last panoramic view of the desert .
- Return to Kasbah Xaluca and rest of the day free to relax after the desert experience.
- Possibilities for the afternoon:
- Swimming in the heated pool
- Relax in the jacuzzi
- Tennis or mini-golf game
- Access to the traditional hammam (optional)
- Relaxing massage (optional)
- Quad biking excursion through the nearby dunes (optional)
- Chauffeur-driven vehicles will be available for further exploration of the area or for a leisurely stroll to Erfoud.
- Dinner and overnight stay at Kasbah Xaluca.
Day 6 of the itinerary
Tinerhir – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
- Departure by paved road towards Tinerhir , a small and prosperous town that offers a beautiful panorama of contrasts with its pink houses and palm groves.
- It is the ideal starting point to enter the famous Todra Gorges , where we can walk a little following the course of the river .
- Continuation of the tour to Boumalne Dades , a town located at 1,612 meters above sea level, in the heart of the Valley of the Birds , in the High Atlas Mountains.
- In the afternoon, tour the Dades Valley to its spectacular gorges.
- Arrival at the panoramic viewpoint , where we will have tea while enjoying the views.
- During the descent, we will stop at the curious rock formations known as the “monkey paws” .
- Dinner and accommodation at Hotel Xaluca Dades 4*.
Day 7 of the itinerary
Boumalne Dades – Aït Ben Haddou – Tizi n'Tichka – Marrakech
- A day with a long journey ahead ( approximately 310 km ), offset by the spectacular landscapes we will encounter along the way.
- Departure towards Marrakech .
- En route, visit the Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou , declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and the setting for various film productions.
- We will cross the Tizi n'Tichka , the highest mountain pass in the country, where we will leave behind the lunar landscape to give way to the green, ochre and earthy colors typical of this region.
- Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon . We recommend getting your first taste of the city by visiting the unique Djemaa el-Fna Square , which is filled with chanters, fortune tellers, jugglers, tooth pullers, dancers, snake charmers , and other colorful characters.
- At dusk, illuminated food stalls are set up outdoors , where you can sample typical dishes.
- Accommodation in a Riad in the Medina or a 5* Hotel.
Day 8 of the itinerary
Marrakech – Guided tour and return
- In the morning, walking tour of the Medina of Marrakech with a local guide .
- Start the route admiring the Koutoubia Minaret , twin of the Giralda in Seville.
- Visit to the Bahia Palace .
- A tour of the narrow streets of the Souk , where we can see artisans at work: weaving carpets, making slippers , etc.
- Opportunity to discover and purchase a quality local crafts
- Visit to a Berber pharmacy , where they will explain some of their traditional remedies .
- Departure again to Djemaa el-Fna Square , to observe how the daytime atmosphere changes completely compared to the nighttime atmosphere .
- Free afternoon to practice the art of haggling or explore the Medina's nooks and crannies on your own.
- At the agreed time , transfer to Marrakech airport for the return flight .
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- One night in Fez in a Riad in the Medina or 4* Hotel with Half Board
- One night in Timahdite at Hotel Xaluca Spa Aguelmane Sidi Ali on a half-board
- Two nights in Erfoud a half-board basis
- One night in Erg Chebbi at a Bivouac in the Desert on a Half Board
- One night in Boumalne Dades at the Xaluca Dades 4* Hotel on a half-board
- One night in Marrakech in a Riad in the Medina or 5* Hotel on a Bed and Breakfast
- Lunch at Hotel Xaluca Spa Aguelmane Sidi Ali (day 3 of the itinerary)
- Picnic lunch in the desert (day 4 of the itinerary)
- Camel ride
- 4x4 vehicle with driver from day 2 to day 7 of the itinerary, both included
- Visit with a local guide in Fez
- Locally guided tour in Marrakech
- Visits to Ait Ben Haddou and Palais de la Bahía
- Transfers from/to airports
- Vehicle fuel
- Travel assistance insurance
- The drinks
- Lunches and dinners not detailed in the “Price includes” section
- Other personal extras such as quad biking, massages, spa treatments, etc.
- The flight
- Supplement to add cancellation to insurance*
Insurance must be purchased at the time of travel confirmation and ticket issuance.
Consult conditions and final price for your particular case.
Flight options
There are several options for getting to Morocco. You can choose:
Rates and vehicle occupancy
Accommodation conditions
These may involve price variations, which will be reported in advance.
There is also the possibility of opting for hotels, whose availability is greater.
Guides and drivers
In peak season, the local guides in the Medinas they could be shared with other travelers.
There are several options for getting to Morocco. You can choose:
- Regular airline companies , such as Royal Air Maroc , with connections via Casablanca.
- Low-cost airlines , such as Vueling , Air Arabia or Ryanair , which operate direct flights from several major cities.
Rates and vehicle occupancy
- Prices are calculated based on the occupancy of the 4x4 vehicle throughout the tour.
- The cost of transportation is divided by the number of occupants at any given time.
Accommodation conditions
- Rates based on double and triple rooms.
- Single room supplement: 475 €
- Discount for children (3 to 11 years old) sharing a room with at least two adults:
- €380 in low season
- €400 in high season
These may involve price variations, which will be reported in advance.
There is also the possibility of opting for hotels, whose availability is greater.
Guides and drivers
In peak season, the local guides in the Medinas they could be shared with other travelers.
- Spanish-speaking drivers are limited, so advance booking is recommended .
- The trip is made in a 4x4 vehicle with a driver , friendly and hospitable people who will make the journey more pleasant.
- Official guides are reserved exclusively for visits to the Medinas , not for the routes.
- It is mandatory to travel with a passport valid for at least 3 months from the date of return from Morocco .
- Quad Departure:
- Price: €70 per vehicle
- Duration: 1 hour (circuit)
- Spa treatments or massages:
- They can be booked directly at the hotel reception.
To confirm your reservation, the following requirements must be met:
Registration form:
Registration form:
- Complete the corresponding form . If the passport still needs to be renewed, it can be sent later.
- Payment can be made by bank transfer or Visa card , following the procedure below:
- 30% of the total amount at the time of booking.
- Remaining 70% up to 30 days before departure .
- If the chosen flight requires immediate ticketing , the following payment will be required:
- 100% of the airfare amount at the time of booking,
- in addition to the 30% corresponding to ground services .
Trip cancellation fees
- All cancellations that occur:
- 45 days before departure : there will be a 30% charge .
- 21 days before departure : 100% of expenses .
- Any cancellation made at any time after the reservation has been confirmed will incur a penalty of €50 per reservation for management fees .
- These conditions apply exclusively to ground services .
- Flights are not included in the package. If booked through Xalucatours , specific conditions of each airline will apply .
- The insurance contracted is not refundable under any circumstances .
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