Spend your week on a mesmerizing 6-day tour that unveils the hidden sites of Marrakech and immerses you in the rich tapestry of Moroccan culture and tradition. Explore the vibrant souks, where ancient customs come to life amidst a kaleidoscope of colors and aromas. Venture into the Agafay Rocky Desert, a lesser-known gem, and witness its breathtaking beauty. Engage in an authentic Berber experience amidst the stunning Atlas Mountains, connecting with the warm-hearted locals and savoring their time-honored traditions. Discover the coastal charm of Essaouira on a captivating city tour, where the Atlantic Ocean meets captivating history. Uncover the wonders of Marrakech, the Agafay Desert, the Atlas Mountains, and Essaouira, and create memories to cherish forever.
Highlights
Discover the rich culture and tradition of Marrakesh
Experience the colorful Souks in the Medina of Marrakech
Venture to the Agafay Rocky Desert for a breathtaking experience
Engage in an authentic Berber experience in the stunning Atlas Mountains
Delight in the coastal charm of Essaouira on an enthralling city tour
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
After breakfast, head down the valley to the city of Marrakech, where you will be guided in exploring this medieval capital of Morocco across old fountains, Koran schools, and historical gates. You will visit an old bakery, taste the local bread, and see the furnace that heats the public steam bath. Discover the hidden quarters, the old caravanserais, and different artisan workshops.
In the afternoon, a delightful walking tour inside the colorful Souks in the Medina of Marrakech. This experience will offer you a feast for your senses as you taste some local produce, smell the fragrance of the local spices and oils, touch the texture of the local fabrics, see the colorful markets, and listen to the sounds of everyday life in this world of its own. End your day by exploring the famous square of Jemaa El Fna with your guide to discover the local entertainment and authentic activities.
The desert of Agafay is 40 km (35 minutes) from Marrakech and has a microclimate whose climatic conditions are similar to those of the Sahara desert. There are no dunes here; instead, the landscape is a mineral desert with soothing relief and, in particular, a breathtaking view provided by the Atlas Mountains in the distance. A wonderful moment of discovery and adventure can transform your everyday life.
On this day, take a round-trip through the lush and dramatic Atlas landscapes for an unforgettable Berber experience and an eye-opening, hands-on adventure. You will bake bread and prepare tagine in the kitchen of a village family and get to know them better over a pot of traditional mint.
While your tagine is simmering on the stove, take a walk through the alleyways to explore the village, meet locals, and discover ancestral activities still maintained by the locals. You will assist farmers in their daily tasks, such as irrigating fields, herding sheep, or simply cutting grass. Along the way, you will visit local artisans in their workshops to learn firsthand how local crafts are made and to gain enough knowledge about the tools and methods required for top-notch craftsmanship.
Start your journey and travel to Essaouira after breakfast by taking an easy road across Marrakech's western plains. The most fascinating excursion from Marrakech is this one, which travels through the Argan forest and through a charming region on the Atlantic coast where local women make the well-known Moroccan oil.
In the Afternoon, the walking tour will take you to the colorful spice markets, old fortresses, and the busy port. Discover the traditional cabinet making by the local artisans and visit some painting art galleries. Then you will have some time at leisure to enjoy a walk on the beach or shop in the old part of the city.
Day 6: Return Home
1 Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to Marrakech Airport for your return flight.
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Initial deposit is 35%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
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The trip might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
Jack Charney
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4 days ago
Excellent travel advice and service
This is my second experience working with Adventure Life. I’m sold. Jess Heuermann is an experienced traveler and provides a lot of useful information when planning a trip. These are the questions I like to ask at the outset - What’s it like to go here, there, what would you suggest, what do people report, can we add any additional side trips? Jess took the time to answer my questions and seek additional information to share with me. Petchie Colina is outstanding in helping with travel logistics and final preparations. Adventure Life has excellent guides and offers private guides and small group adventures. We enjoyed the opportunity to talk with the guides and drivers to learn more about their countries, cultures and histories. A highlight was having the guides pick local restaurants where we could share meals together. Highly recommend.
Claire Cordon
5 days ago
Our six-day tour in Iceland went smoothly with one exception. We had asked for two rooms each night. Somehow we were booked with one room with three beds. It could not be fixed at the first hotel in Reykjavik because the hotel was fully booked. Once informed of the problem, however, Adventure Life rebooked for two rooms for the remainder of the trip. As an 85-year-old traveler, I appreciated that one could participate at different physical levels at many of the stops. Iceland is a great place to visit but on the expensive side.
Mary Warren
6 days ago
Jess was very easy going and answered all our questions. It’s not easy dealing with 6 people at once but she did an outstanding job!
Diane Foster
1 week ago
Kassandra and the Adventure Life team have been incredible! Kassandra was very knowledgeable and attentive to our asks while making sure we kept within our budget. This was our first experience with a travel agent and we were blown away by the booking/initial exploration service. We will use Adventure Life again.