20 Ancient Cities, Desert & Mountains

Breakfast at the Kasbah. A half day excursion by 4x4 (optional) or stay at the Kasbah to relax by the pool or enjoy the sunshine and views from the roof terrace. Should you choose to take the excursion, you will meet your driver after breakfast at 10am who will take you for a brief tour of the Erg Chebbi dunes by 4x4 vehicle. Enjoy a traditional lunch with a Berber family before the drive back to the Kasbah and prepare for your departure to the traditional desert camp at 4pm. It is recommended to take a small overnight bag with some simple toiletries and a camera to capture the magic!

Take the 1 ¾ hour trek into the dunes on camel back through the beautiful golden sand dunes of the Sahara desert. You will need to ensure that you are back at the Merzouga Kasbah for 3.30pm to allow time to prepare for the camel trek into the dunes departing at 4pm. Enjoy the sunset on top of the dunes with some mint tea while waiting for your evening meal. After dinner you can admire the magnificence of your surroundings and watch the stars. Spend the night in your private tent.

Breakfast at your Riad. After breakfast you will meet your guide at the riad at 10am for your half day guided tour of the medina on foot (a full day option of approx 8 hours is available upon request). Marrakech medina has many historical sites to visit and important landmarks such as the mighty Koutoubia Mosque that dominates the city skyline.  If you choose to extend your day tour to a full day you can take a visit to the famous Yves Saint Laurent Marjorelle Gardens. A fascinating city to explore with its many streets and alleys and another exciting ancient city that has remained virtually unchanged for hundreds of years. Local craftsmen at work, an abundance of traditional handcrafted items to admire and barter for if you wish to buy. You can return to your hotel for an afternoon of relaxation or enjoy a relaxing Hammam/spa/massages before either taking a walk to the buzzing Jemaa el Fna which comes alive in the evening with its storytellers, snake charmers, acrobats and numerous food stalls and restaurants.

The famous square in the heart of the medina (once a destination for traders from the sub-Saharan Africa and Asia) is a hub-bub of activity at night time and well worth a visit. It's recommended to take a restaurant seat on the terrace to watch the sunset, enjoy a cool breeze and watch the evening’s activities unfolding below. There is the option if you prefer an evening meal in at your hotel. Overnight at your riad.