BEST PRICE GUARANTEED
Tours4fun always guarantees the best prices possible. Customer satisfaction guaranteed!
Language
English
Spanish
Chinese
Tours4Fun
-
Destination
8-Day Marrakech & The Sahara Tour from Marrakech: Ouarzazate, Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp, Rass Nkhal Oasis and Skoura | Small Group Tour
Product Code: 25654OVERVIEW
Highlights
-
• 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners included
• Experience otherworldly landscapes and breathtaking desert views
• Ride a 4x4 to a desert oasis to catch the sunset
• Take part in a multi-day food experience and preparation of "tanjia": a delicious local specialty
• Enjoy a full-day excursion to the Ouzoud oasis and waterfall for a swim and lunchTour Code25654Duration8 dayDeparture CityMarrakeshEnd CityMarrakeshLanguageEnglishIS THIS TOUR FOR ME?
Group Size: Small group tour
Take an intimate and semi-private trip with a small group
Activity Level: Moderate
Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking
Itinerary
Day 01![Marrakesh]( "Marrakesh")
Marrakech - Ouarzazate
Hotel: Hotel Les Jardins de Ouarzazate or similar
Meal: B：Excluded L：Excluded D：Included
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 by 2:30PM.
【Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting】
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.
- Tips:
* When arranging your transportation, such as flights, please take into consideration the below time restrictions for joining and departing from your group. With these times, we have taken into account travel time to/from the airport in the given destination and required time for check-in or baggage collection/immigration.
* Your flight must arrive by or before: 13:00 on Day 1.
Meal
- B：Excluded
- L：Excluded
- D：Included
Day 02![Ouarzazate]( "Ouarzazate")
Ouarzazate - Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp
Hotel: Overnight at a Desert Camp or similar
Meal: B：Included L：Excluded D：Included
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.
【Atlas Film Studios Tour】
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.
【Sunset Desert Walk】
Head out into the vast landscape of the Sahara, one of the world's largest deserts and catch the sunset over the sand dunes around you. Make sure to bring your camera for some fantastic photos of day's fading colours over a land of sand.
【Overnight at a Desert Camp】
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.
Meal
- B：Included
- L：Excluded
- D：Included
Day 03![Zagora]( "Zagora")
Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp - Rass Nkhal Oasis
Hotel: Rass Nkhal Oasis Overnight or similar
Meal: B：Included L：Included D：Included
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 for 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 Rass Nkhal to catch sunset before having dinner fireside with stories and music.
【Berber Desert Journey】
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.
【Rass Nkhal Oasis Overnight】
After travelling by foot, camel, and 4x4 we'll arrive at the Rass Nkhal Oasis. This overnight camp is more basic, and temporary. It has been set up just the group. Catch another desert sunset, enjoy dinner and stories around a fire and spend another night in tents under the stars.Meal
- B：Included
- L：Included
- D：Included
Day 04Rass Nkhal Oasis - Skoura
Hotel: Auberge Chez Talout or similar
Meal: B：Included L：Included D：Included
After another sunrise out in the desert and some breakfast at camp the group will travel to Zagora. 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.
【Free Time in Zagora】
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 in Skoura】
Wander the town, visit the palm plantations, visit the markets, and imagine discovering this haven after days or months travelling through the desert.
Meal
- B：Included
- L：Included
- D：Included
Day 05![Marrakesh]( "Marrakesh")
Skoura - Marrakech
Hotel: Riad Azalia Marrakesh or similar
Meal: B：Included L：Excluded D：Excluded
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.
【Your Foodie Moment: Tanjia Cooking Experience】
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.
【Your Discover Moment】
There's plenty to see and do in Marrakech, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like practice your barter skills with a local merchant, get lost in the medina, and explore the gardens of Jardin Majorelle. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!
Meal
- B：Included
- L：Excluded
- D：Excluded
Day 06![Marrakesh]( "Marrakesh")
Marrakech
Hotel: Riad Azalia Marrakesh or similar
Meal: B：Included L：Included D：Excluded
Visit the important sites within the medina this morning. Make stops to Jardin Secret, Bahia Palace, and Ben Yousset Medressa. End the morning adventure with a trip to the bakery to learn how Moroccan bread is made and have a taste.
Then 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.
【Guided City Tour of Marrakech】
Enjoy a city tour in which you will make stop to Jardin Secret, Bahia Palace, and Ben Yousset Medressa. End the tour with a stop at the bakery to grab some Moroccan bread to go with your tanija lunch.
【Free Time in Marrakech】
Explore Marrakech on your own. Go back to the food stalls in the Medina. Visit a traditional bathhouse to give your skin a treat while in Morocco, or visit the Djemaa El Fna Market in search of souvenirs.
Meal
- B：Included
- L：Included
- D：Excluded
Day 07![Marrakesh]( "Marrakesh")
Marrakech
Hotel: Riad Azalia Marrakesh or similar
Meal: B：Included L：Included D：Included
Set out on a full day excursion to Ouzoud, a beautiful oasis waterfall near the Atlas Mountains. Hike to the top of the falls, enjoy breathtaking views, and then take a refreshing swim in 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.
【Ouzoud Waterfalls Visit】
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 Berber culture.
Meal
- B：Included
- L：Included
- D：Included
Day 08![Marrakesh]( "Marrakesh")
Marrakech
Meal: B：Included L：Excluded D：Excluded
Depart at any time.
Meal
- B：Included
- L：Excluded
- D：Excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.
Own Expenses
Day Activity Price Additional Information D5 El Badi Palace MAD70.00/Person D5 Musée de Marrakech MAD50.00/Person D5 Marrakech Hammam Visit MAD500.00/Person D6 El Badi Palace MAD70.00/Person D6 Musée de Marrakech MAD50.00/Person D6 Jardins Majorelle MAD200.00/Person D6 Marrakech Hammam Visit MAD500.00/Person D6 Koubba Ba’adiyn MAD40.00/Person - All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
- Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Package Includes
- 7-night accommodations
- Your Discover Moment: Marrakech
- Your Foodie Moment: Tanjia Cooking Experience, Marrakech
- Film Studio visit in Ouarzazate
- Welcome Tea and bonfire at Erg Lihoudi desert camp
- A camel ride and 4x4 jeep excursion to desert oasis camp
- Cooking class in Marrakech
- Food tasting in the medina
- Tea on terrace overlooking Jemaa El Fnaa
- Visit to Jardin Secret or Bahia Palace and Ben Yousset Medressa
- Local bakery stop for some moroccan bread
- Tanija pots lunch
- Visit to Ouzoud, an oasis waterfall
- Dinner in Jamaa Fnaa Square food stall
- Free time in Marrakech
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Private vehicle, walking, 4x4
- Group Leader: 1 CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
- 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners (Allow USD110-145 for meals not included.)
Package Excludes
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and destination
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals that tour guide arranges
- Optional tours (Items and prices may vary due to different seasons and are subject to the final confirmation made by tour guide when on tour.)
- A recommendation for tipping small service providers is about $3 USD per day, depending on the quality of the service (this does not include your CEO). Feel free to ask your CEO for the breakdown/distribution of the tips. Note that if you have been very disappointed by a particular service, please inform your CEO right away, and the tip will be adjusted accordingly. Also, at the end of your trip if you felt your CEO did an outstanding job, tipping is also expected and appreciated. The precise amount is entirely a personal preference, however $35-40 USD per guest per week can be used as a general guideline.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation made within:
- 0 - 31 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
- 32 - 61 Days Prior to Departure Date - 50% of total purchase amount can be refunded
- 62 or More Days - 90% of total purchase amount can be refunded
Please Note:• We are not responsible for any incidental expenses or consequential losses that the Client may have incurred as a result of the booking such as visas, vaccinations, non-refundable flights or rail, non refundable car parking or other fees, loss of earnings, or loss of enjoyment, etc. If the Client is offered a refund but requests an alternative tour of a higher value than that originally booked, then the Client must pay the difference in price.Special Notes
- Be prepared before you leave for your trip
Please carefully read all of the info below as it's designed to help you have a smooth travel experience.
* One of our core values is to lead with service. Our Global Connection Officers (or GCOs, the people who answer when you call us) and travel agent partners will do their very best to provide you with the latest information before your trip. There are, however, certain things that are the responsibility of the traveller.
* All the travellers are responsible for arranging and obtaining the required entry documentation for the countries they intend to visit.
* In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, entry requirements and restrictions dictated by foreign governments can change frequently and irrespective of your intended date of travel. These requirements and restrictions may depend on different factors such as your country of residence, passport nationality, destination and transit points, as well as previous travel history. Given these considerations, it is the traveller’s responsibility to research and to understand the latest travel and health requirements and restrictions by destination which are most relevant to them at the time of travel and to the destination(s) they are planning to visit, as well as to keep themselves up to date.
* Important considerations:
- Don't forget to consider the latest travel and health requirements and restrictions by destination, for both directions of travel - not just for the start country of your tour.
- Don't book your international flights before you do your own research, or before you talk to one of our GCOs or your travel agent, as you may be required to book post-nights before your return flight in order to accommodate COVID-19 testing.
- If you visit multiple countries as part of your itinerary or on the way to your destination, there may be additional entry requirements. Keep this in consideration when verifying your documentation.
- If you are travelling with minors (under the age of 18), additional documentation may be required to enter the country visited. Please contact the Embassy for more information. - Please note that if you are travelling to Morocco between November and February, your tour will have a level of flexibility based off of winter weather conditions on roads in the mountains. Heavy snow is not uncommon, so plan on packing warmer clothing to suit conditions.
- Dossier Disclaimer
* The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
* VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans. - Itinerary Disclaimer
* While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
* Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances. - Itinerary Notes
* Please note that if you are travelling to Morocco between November and February, your tour will have a level of flexibility based off of winter weather conditions on roads in the mountains. Heavy snow is not uncommon, so plan on packing warmer clothing to suit conditions. - Important Notes
* Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.
* Please note that this tour combines with other tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with us, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another tour, after your trip concludes
* According to the lunar cycle, Ramadan will fall between Mar 23rd - Apr 20th 2023, and Mar 11th - Apr 8th 2024. Please note that Ramadan is a month of fasting observed by Muslims throughout the world, during which time the followers of Islam should not eat or drink between sunrise and sunset. There may be some limitations to services and disruptions to schedules during Ramadan, but generally our tours still operate effectively during this period and food is available to non-Muslims throughout the day. It is very important to display increased cultural sensitivity during Ramadan. Please wear loose fitting clothes, that cover knees and shoulders, and try to avoid eating, drinking or smoking in public out of respect for those who can't at that time. - Group Leader Description
* This group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). As the group coordinator and manager, the aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. You can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of Morocco, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. They will also offer suggestions for things to do and to see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends.
* We also use certified local city guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds. - Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
- Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.
- Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.
- The foreign currency most commonly accepted in Morocco is the Euro. You will be able to exchange Euros, as well as GBP and USD at money exchange offices in major cities. Do not rely on credit or debit cards as your only source of money. A combination of cash (EUR, GBP or USD) and cards is best.
- The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
- This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Pricing Info
Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Children under 12 years of age are not permitted on this tour.
* All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
* Child shares the same price as adult.
* Maximum room capacity: 2 people.Reservation Info
1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.Terms and Conditions
- Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.- Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.- Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.- Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.- Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.REVIEWS
Write a Review and earn 200 points. Attach photos to your review and earn 25 points per photo.
Write a review
Please check the Rewards4Fun Program FAQ for more information.Traveler Photos
Attach photos to your review and earn 25 points per photo.
Share Photos Share Photos
Please check the Rewards4Fun Program FAQ for more informationEdit Photo Title & Description
Loading……Q & A
We found 0 results matching your searchQuestions previously answered may have different answers due to many reasons: season (date and year of travel), rates, availability, etc. Please check the Rewards4Fun Program FAQ for more information.
Cant find your answer? Ask us your question and we will respond within the next 24 hours.Ask UsAsk UsWhy Book with Tours4fun?
- Best Price Guaranteed
- Hand-picked Tours & Activities
- 24/7 Customer Support
Questions? 1-866-933-7368
-
-
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
We're here to help before and after your reservation.
Toll Free 1-866-933-7368 -
SAFE AND SECURE
Latest SSL technology.
All transactions 100% secure
Many of our tours and activities are available in several languages:
Guide
Your guide speaks the language.
Audio
A headset or similar audio device in the language is available.
Top Destinations:
Recommendations:
![](javascript:wishlist_window("https://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?s=100&p[title]=8-Day+Marrakech+%26+The+Sahara+Tour+from+Marrakech%3A+Ouarzazate%2C+Erg+Lihoudi+Desert+Camp%2C+Rass+Nkhal+Oasis+and+Skoura+%7C+Small+Group+Tour&p[url]=https://tanaya.tours4fun.com/morocco-marrakech-and-the-sahara-small-group-tour-from-marrakech-8-day.html&p[images][0]=https://d3ne5s9fv9p81l.cloudfront.net/public/wt/e2/43/20190620083530056142698.jpg?imageView2/5/w/1000/h/560/format/auto");){kind=link}
![](javascript:wishlist_window("https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://tanaya.tours4fun.com/morocco-marrakech-and-the-sahara-small-group-tour-from-marrakech-8-day.html&media=https://d3ne5s9fv9p81l.cloudfront.net/public/wt/e2/43/20190620083530056142698.jpg?imageView2/5/w/1000/h/560/format/auto&description=8-Day+Marrakech+%26+The+Sahara+Tour+from+Marrakech%3A+Ouarzazate%2C+Erg+Lihoudi+Desert+Camp%2C+Rass+Nkhal+Oasis+and+Skoura+%7C+Small+Group+Tour");){kind=link}