3-night, 4-day getaway to Marrakech and the Agafay Desert

We present a combined trip to discover Marrakech and the nearest desert area, Agafay. On one side, the famous Marrakech, with its incomparable Djemaa el Fna Square, its grand souk, where you can lose yourself in its bustling alleys filled with palaces and gardens, craft workshops, and trendy shops. On the other side, Agafay, also known as the "Marrakech Desert," is located at the foot of the Atlas Mountains across the Kik plateau. This arid area with no sand dunes, but where you can enjoy a night under the stars and disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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  • Duration
    3 nights / 4 days
  • Places
    Marrakech, Agafay
  • Airport
    Marrakech / Marrakech
  • Price
  • Duration
    3 nights / 4 days
  • Places
    Marrakech, Agafay
  • Airport
    Marrakech / Marrakech
  • Price
Day 1 of the itinerary
Arrival in Marrakech depends on the flight and time chosen. Depending on the time of year, there may be a time difference. Passport processing and baggage claim will be completed. Outside the airport, the transfer will take us to the Riad in the Medina or 5-star hotel.

It's recommended to get your first taste of the Medina by visiting Djemaa El-Fna Square. At dusk, it fills with chanters, fortune tellers, jugglers, tooth pullers, dancers, snake charmers, and much more. Small, illuminated outdoor food stalls also begin to set up where you can sample traditional dishes. Accommodation in a Riad in the Medina or hotel.

Note: Depending on your flight arrival time, your Marrakech tour with a local guide may take place earlier in the day, leaving the following day to enjoy at your leisure.
Day 2 of the itinerary
This morning, at 9:30 a.m., we will walk through the Medina of Marrakech with a local guide. We will begin by admiring the Koutoubia Minaret, the twin of the Giralda in Seville, and continue with a visit to the Bahia Palace. We will explore the narrow streets of the Souk, where we will have the opportunity to see various artisans in action: weaving carpets, making slippers, and finding an endless variety of quality handicrafts. We will visit a Berber pharmacy where they will share their "secrets."

We will then head back to Djemaa el-Fna Square, where the atmosphere during the day is completely different from that at night. In the afternoon, free time. Accommodation in a riad in the Medina or a hotel.

*Consult the option to extend your visit.
Day 3 of the itinerary
Today, at the agreed-upon time*, we will be picked up by a chauffeur-driven 4x4 vehicle and head southwest, crossing the Kik Plateau to reach Lalla Takerkoust Lake. We will take a tour of the area to enjoy the scenery. A 40-km drive awaits us, allowing us to leave the hustle and bustle of the "Red City" behind. We will enter arid terrain with sparse vegetation, passing through Berber villages. If we are lucky, we will be able to see one of the markets where they stock up. This will continue until we reach the desert area of ​​Agafay. Arrival at the camp and free time. Optionally, we can go on a quad bike or buggy ride** in the surrounding area. This afternoon, we will enjoy an unforgettable sunset on camelback. Accommodation and dinner in a Luxury Camp, in tents. A spectacular night's sleep "under the stars" is available.

*Services upon request. See activities.
Day 4 of the itinerary
After a hearty breakfast, pick up from the camp and transfer to Marrakech airport for your return flight.