2 Days Tour From Marrakech To Desert Of Zagora
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📝 Tour Description: What to Expect on Your Journey
Who could resist a 2-day, 1-night tour from Marrakech to the Zagora Desert? This journey is like a spa day for both your body and spirit! Rated on Google as the best-value excursion in Morocco, this tour offers an unforgettable Sahara desert experience, featuring a magical overnight stay in the style of the Amazigh Arabian Nights.
Explore a scenic route that includes Ouarzazate, the stunning Draa Valley, and Zagora, all while enjoying camel trekking through breathtaking oases. This adventure has it all—desert landscapes, rich culture, and the warmth of Morocco!
What’s Included / What’s Excluded
- Pick-up from your hotel/riad /Aeroport in Marrakech
- Air-conditioned modern vehicle driven by an English-italian-spanish speaking guide driver
- Private room with dinner and breakfast
- Camel trekking Zagora Desert
- Overnight at a nomads’ desert camp in Erg Chebbi
- Private standard tent with dinner and breakfast
- Berbere music+ dance…
- Drop off at your Marrakech Hotel/Riad
- Lunches on the way
- Beverages
- Drink
- Personal expenses
🌟 Explore the Full Itinerary of Your Journey👇
Day Trip from Marrakech to Zagora
Departure: 7:00 AM- Marrakech to High Atlas Mountains:
- Set off early, heading towards the stunning Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
- First Stop: Ait Benhaddou:
- Visit the renowned village of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Explore its striking Kasbahs, which have served as backdrops for numerous Hollywood films since the 1960s.
- Take a short walk to the top of the hill for panoramic views of the entire village.
- Lunch in Ouarzazate:
- Continue your journey to Ouarzazate for lunch near the historic Kasbah of Taourirt.
- Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the region.
- Afternoon Journey:
- Post-lunch, proceed south, crossing the Tizi N’Tnifift Pass at 1,710 meters.
- Pass through Ait Saoun Village, once a key caravan route for traders coming from Timbuktu.
- Next Stop: Agdez Village:
- Discover Agdez Village, the gateway to the majestic Draa Valley.
- Explore lush palm groves like Mezguita and Fezouata, as well as the legendary Tamnougalt Kasbah.
- Scenic Drive:
- Traverse lunar landscapes and follow the Pre-Sahara routes.
- Final Destination: Zagora:
- Arrive in Zagora, known as the birthplace of the Saadian Dynasty, which ruled Morocco in the 17th century.
- Camel Trek and Overnight Stay:
- Embark on a camel trek at sunset, riding to your camp nestled in the oasis of Nekhla.
- Enjoy a delightful dinner and spend the night in traditional desert tents under the starry Sahara sky.
- Early Morning:
- Wake up early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the dunes, a magical start to your day.
- Breakfast:
- Enjoy a traditional breakfast at the Zagora bivouac in southern Morocco.
- Camel Ride:
- After breakfast, ride camels back to meet your driver.
- Return Journey:
- Depart Zagora and head back to Marrakech, passing through Ouarzazate.
- Free Time for Lunch: Enjoy some free time to have lunch at a local restaurant in Ouarzazate.
- Scenic Drive:
- Continue your scenic drive through the Atlas Mountains, taking in the stunning landscapes along the way.
- Arrival in Marrakech:
- Arrive back in Marrakech by evening.
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