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Tour circuit from Marrakech to the Erg Chebbi desert and back to Marrakech
7 nights / 8 days
Trip description
“Marrakech – Erg Chebbi – Marrakech” is a journey to explore the south of the country. This route awakens us in Marrakechcity vibrant, dotted with artisans and artists, with wonderful squares and aromas that will leave a lasting impression. From the city, we continue in a 4x4 towards the High Atlas Mountains, discovering breathtaking landscapes along the way, stopping to admire their beauty, chat with the villagers, and leisurely enjoy their hidden villages and immense gorges. We leave the mountains to reach the Erg Chebbi Desert, a spectacle for the senses, with its endless dunes and that magical aura that only special places possess, allowing us to spend an unforgettable night under the stars. The road takes us through unique places like the town of Rissani, with its ancient market, among many others…
- Duration7 nights / 8 days
- PlacesMarrakech, Ouarzazate, Boulmane Dades, Tinerhir, Erfoud, Erg Chebbi, Merdani, Rissani
- AirportMarrakech / Marrakech
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Duration7 nights / 8 days -
PlacesMarrakech, Ouarzazate, Boulmane Dades, Tinerhir, Erfoud, Erg Chebbi, Merdani, Rissani -
AirportMarrakech / Marrakech -
Price
Day 1 of the itinerary
- Departure from the airport of origin towards Marrakech.
- Arrival in Marrakech (depending on the time of year there may be a time difference).
- Airport pickup and transfer to the Riad in the Medina or 5* Hotel.
- Accommodation.
- Depending on your arrival time, it is recommended to make your first contact with the Medina by visiting the incomparable Djemaa el-Fna Square.
- Around this time, the square fills with reciters, fortune tellers, jugglers, tooth pullers, dancers, snake charmers , and much more…
- As night falls, small, illuminated food stalls begin to appear outdoors, where you can sample their typical dishes.
Day 2 of the itinerary
- This morning we will visit the Medina of Marrakech on foot with a local guide.
- We will begin by admiring the Koutoubia Minaret, the twin of the Giralda of Seville, and continue by visiting the Bay Palace.
- We will venture into the narrow streets of the Souk, where we will have the opportunity to see different artisans: weaving carpets, making slippers… and we can find an infinite variety of quality crafts.
- We will visit a Berber pharmacy, where they will show us their "little secrets".
- We will go out again to Djemaa el-Fna Square, where the atmosphere during the day is completely different from that at night.
- In the afternoon, free time to practice the art of bargaining or discover the most hidden places of the Medina at our own pace.
- Accommodation in a Riad in the Medina or a 5* Hotel.
Day 3 of the itinerary
- Today we will leave in a 4x4 vehicle with a driver to head to the Central High Atlas.
- In this stage we have approximately 310 km ahead of us, although we will be rewarded by the spectacular scenery.
- We will cross the Tizi n'Tichka, or Tichka mountain pass, the highest road pass in the country.
- Here we will leave behind the predominant green and ochre colors to give way to a lunar landscape.
- Along the way we will visit the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the setting for several film productions.
- We will pass through Ouarzazate and continue through the Valley of Roses until we reach Boumalne Dades, a town located in the Valley of Birds at an altitude of 1,612 m in the High Atlas Mountains.
- Accommodation and dinner at the Hotel Xaluca Dades 4*.
Day 4 of the itinerary
- This morning we will venture along tracks deep into the Central High Atlas, discovering spectacular landscapes.
- We will visit Berber villages like Boutaghrarseems to have time.
- We will see mountains, canyons and valleys, as well as the caves where nomads still live in the mountains.
- We will travel through the Dades Valley to its gorges and arrive at the viewpoint, where we will have tea.
- During the visit, we will stop at the “monkey paws”.
- In the afternoon, we will continue our route towards Tinerhir, a small and prosperous town that offers a beautiful panorama of contrasts with its pink houses and palm groves, an ideal starting point to delve into the famous Todra Gorges, where we can walk a little following the course of the river.
- Later, we will continue to Erfoud, a city known as "the Gateway to the Desert".
- Accommodation and dinner at Kasbah Xaluca, listed as unique in Morocco for its peculiar characteristics.
Day 5 of the itinerary
- Today will be a day of total desert.
- We will travel along one of the tracks used in the Dakar Rally, visiting villages and desert nomads.
- We will stop at the Marine Fossil Quarries, which are 360 million years old, and have a picnic in an authentic oasis.
- We will continue until we reach the Great Erg Chebbi, a desert of very fine sand dunes, where we will exchange the 4x4 vehicle for dromedaries to enter the heart of the dunes and contemplate an unforgettable sunset.
- We will arrive by dromedary at the Bivouac de Luxe, where we will stay in tents like those used by desert nomads.
- Accommodation and dinner.
- is Sleeping under the stars.
Day 6 of the itinerary
- “Appointment with the Dawn”.
- It is recommended to get up early to walk to the top of the dunes and see the sunrise.
- Bedouin breakfast and return to the car which will take us around the Erg to the abandoned village of Merdani.
- We will continue to the Sudanese village of Khamlia, where its inhabitants will treat us to their traditional dances and mint tea.
- Later we will go to Rissani* to visit its market, unique in these latitudes, a place where the tribes and nomads of the desert are supplied.
- It's curious to see their donkey "parking".
- Finally, we will climb to a natural viewpoint to say goodbye to the desert with a beautiful panoramic view.
- Return to Kasbah Xaluca to take the rest of the day off.
- After the desert experience, it's nice to be able to relax.
- We can take a dip in the heated pool, enjoy a jacuzzi, play tennis or mini-golf, or optionally have a hammam (Turkish bath) or a nice massage.
- For the more adventurous, there is the possibility of taking quad bike excursions through the dunes surrounding the hotel (optional excursion).
- Accommodation and dinner at Kasbah Xaluca.
- This afternoon, cars with drivers will be available if you wish to continue visiting the area or go to Erfoud for a free stroll.
- The Rissani market is held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, so sometimes it doesn't coincide with your visit. In that case, we try to schedule it for another day, or sometimes there simply isn't enough time.
Day 7 of the itinerary
- Today we will begin our journey back to Marrakech (approx. 540 km) passing through the town of Alnif and enjoying a great variety of landscapes.
- It will be a day of moving.
- Arrival in Marrakech and free time.
- Accommodation in a Riad in the Medina or a 5* Hotel.
- Note: Last day of 4x4.
Day 8 of the itinerary
- At the agreed time, transfer to Marrakech airport to catch the flight back to the point of origin.
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- Three nights in Marrakech in a Riad in the Medina or a 5* Hotel on a Bed and Breakfast.
- One night in Boumalne Dades at the 4* Hotel Xaluca Dades on a half board.
- Two nights in Erfoud at Kasbah Xaluca on a half board.
- One night in Erg Chebbi in a Desert Bivouac on a Half Board.
- Lunch “picnic” in the Desert, day 5 of the itinerary.
- Camel excursion.
- 4x4 vehicle with driver from day 3 to day 7 of the itinerary, both included.
- Guided tour in Marrakech.
- Visits to Aït Ben Haddou and Palais de la Bahía.
- Airport transfers.
- Vehicle fuel.
- Travel assistance insurance.
- The drinks.
- Lunchtime meals, except for the one detailed.
- Marrakech dinners.
- Other personal extras, such as quad bikes or massages.
- The flight.
- Supplement to add cancellation to insurance*.
There is a possibility of add cancellation insurance in case any unforeseen problems arise before the departure date of the trip.
He The cost is 30 euros per person for maximum trips 10 days.
He Insurance must be purchased at the same time as the trip confirmation and ticket issuance..
- *Please inquire about terms and final price for your specific case.
- Flight options
- There are several flight options to get to Morocco.
- You can choose between regular airlines like Royal Air Maroc, with a connection via Casablanca, or low-cost airlines like Vueling, Air Arabia or Ryanair, which operate direct flights from several major cities.
- It is recommended to check flight options and specific conditions.
- Rates and vehicle occupancy
- The prices shown are calculated based on the occupancy of the 4x4 vehicle(s) used throughout the entire journey.
- The cost of transport is divided among the number of occupants at any given time.
- Accommodation conditions
- Rates based on double and triple rooms.
- Single room supplement: 560 €.
- Discount for children (3 to 11 years old) sharing a room with a minimum of two adults:
- €260 in low season.
- €280 in high season.
- Due to high occupancy on some dates and the small size of the riadswill be proposed suitable alternatives.
- These may involve price variations, which will be announced in advance.
- There is also the option of considering hotels, where availability is greater.
- Guides and drivers
- During peak season, local guides in the Medinas may be shared with other travelers.
- are Spanish-speaking drivers limited and their availability is reduced, so it is recommended to book well in advance.
- The trip is made in a 4x4 vehicle with a driver, by simple and hospitable, making the journey more enjoyable.
- are Official guides reserved exclusively for visits to the Medinas, not for the routes.
- Travel requirements
- It is mandatory to travel with a passport valid for a minimum of 3 months from the date of return from Morocco.
- Optional activities
- The quad bike tour is optional, priced at €70 per vehicle, for a 1-hour.
- To book spa treatments or massages, you can go directly to the hotel reception.
- 📌 For more information about accommodations and services, please visit our website: www.xaluca.com
- To confirm the reservation, it is essential to meet the following requirements:
- Registration form: Complete the registration form.
- If the passport still needs to be updated, it can be sent later.
- Trip payment: This can be done by bank transfer or Visa card, following the procedure below:
- 30% of the total amount at the time of booking.
- The remaining 70% is due up to 30 days before the trip's departure.
- Specific flight conditions:
- If the chosen flight requires immediate issuance, it will be necessary to pay 100% of the ticket price at the time of booking, plus 30% of the ground services.
- All cancellations that occur:
- 45 days before departure: they will have a 30% expense.
- 21 days before departure: they will have 100% of expenses.
- All cancellations that occur at any time, once the booking has been confirmed, will have a penalty of 50 euros per booking as a management fee.
- These conditions refer to land services.
- Flights are not included in the travel package.
- If purchased through Xaluca Tours, the terms and conditions will be governed by the policies of each airline.
- Insurance premiums will not be refunded under any circumstances.
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