Morocco Family Journey: Ancient Souks to the Sahara
9 Days from INR 1,49,000* onwards
Expedition Overview
Discover the magic of Morocco on a journey that takes you from bustling markets to soaring desert dunes. Meet enchanting musicians and storytellers steeped in Amazigh (also known as Berber) heritage, and try your hand at cooking up colourful local dishes. Hike past stunning rock formations, climb windswept sands, and uncover ancient secrets in green oases and grand palaces.
20 Mar - 28 Mar 2021 / 26 Jun - 04 Jul 2021 / 07 Jul - 25 Jul 2021 / 07 Aug - 15 Aug 2021
2 Adults
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy (unless otherwise noted) and do not include international airfare to/from your destination. All prices and fares are quoted in INR and subject to GST & change.
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Explore a maze of narrow alleys in the walled village of Aït Ben Haddou, and learn to cook traditional Moroccan tagine.
Discover a sea of sand on an expedition into the dunes of Erg Chebbi, pausing to hunt for fossils and listen to mesmerizing Gnaoua music.
Enter a world of color in the medina of Marrakech, where spices, silks, and bright silver fill the market stalls.
Experience Morocco’s rich Berber heritage during evenings of desert stargazing and storytelling around a bonfire.
DAY 1: MARRAKECH
Arrive in time to meet your fellow travelers for a welcome gathering this evening. Your arrival transfer is included.
DAY 2: MARRAKECH/OUARZAZATE
Wind past red slopes and green terraces as we make our way south through the stunning valleys of Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains, stopping to enjoy a picnic lunch beside a sparkling river. Arrive in Ouarzazate, known as the “gateway to the Sahara,” and step behind the scenes at a film studio to see how the surrounding dunes have starred on the silver screen.
Day 3: OUARZAZAT/MERZOUGA
Today, travel between jagged peaks and palm oases toward the desert town of Merzouga. Settle into our hotel near the incredible Erg Chebbi, a sweeping sea of dunes formed by wind-blown sand. As the sun sets, savour a traditional Amazigh dinner, then spread a blanket on the sand for an evening of desert stargazing.
Day 4: MERZOUGA
This morning, hop aboard a 4×4 and ride across the dunes to discover fossils left behind by an ancient sea, and be entranced by Gnaoua musicians in a local village. Return to the hotel for free time to cool off in the pool, or opt to explore the desert in style, riding a camel across the sands as ancient travelers once did. Enjoy a tasty Amazigh dinner, then gather around a glowing bonfire for a storytelling session.
Day 5: MERZOUGA/DADES GORGE
Venture into the rugged landscape of the Dades Gorge, a dramatic and colourful valley carved by the waters of the Dades River. Visit a local village for lunch and enjoy a special dish—traditional Amazigh pizza! Wind through the valley on a guided walk as you learn about the amazing geology behind the weird and wonderful rock formations of the Gorge. This evening, enjoy free time to relax at the hotel.
Day 6: DADES GORGE/AÏT BEN HADDOU
Drive through the Ounila Valley to the ancient fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site where clay houses crowd together in a traditional ksar behind defensive walls. Explore alleyways twisting between historic structures, and stand guard atop the clay brick ramparts, taking in views of the green oasis around this imposing fort. Entertain your taste buds at a hands-on tagine cooking class, followed by a delicious dinner.
Day 7: AÏT BEN HADDOU/MARRAKECH
Journey through the mountains to Marrakech, known as the “red city” for its walls, houses, and many mosques built from red clay. After checking into your hotel and resting up, head to a local henna workshop to have your hands painted in this ancient temporary tattooing art. Then, explore the lively Djemaa el Fna, an ancient marketplace still used as the main square in Marrakech. After, enjoy free time to discover more of Marrakech.
Day 8: MARRAKECH
Wake up as the call to prayer echoes across the city. After breakfast, set out on a guided walk through the narrow, maze-like streets of the medina, lined with colorful shops brimming with rugs, spices, and much more. Spend the rest of the day exploring Marrakech on your own, or opt to explore the Marjorelle Garden. In the evening, gather for a farewell dinner in a traditional riad, a grand house with an elegant interior courtyard.
