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05 Marrakech, High Atlas Mts and Taroudant
Berber Culture
This holiday idea takes you south from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech, through the stunning scenery of the High Atlas down into the fertile Souss Valley, Berber culture and the walled market town of Taroudant, in a region little visited by tourists.
The suggested route takes you over the breath taking Tiz’ n'Test pass and offers you the opportunity to have excursions from Taroudant.
| Season: | all year round. |
| Length: | 10 nights although a shorter trip can be arranged. |
| Flights: | Marrakech (1 hour transfer) |
| Pricing: | from £740 pp for 10 nights based on 2 persons sharing (B&B), excl. flights. Price varies by room, season and exchange rate. |
| Transport options: | Car (self-drive or with driver); coach from Taroudant to Marrakech possible. All travel times are approximate. |
| Extension options: | Imlil in the High Atlas, and/ or Essaouira, or Tafraoute and Mirleft. |
| Activity options: | The timings of these excursions and activities may vary. A range of additional day excursions from Taroudant are also available Trekking on foot, horse, camel or mountain bike is available in the High Atlas, and day excursions from Marrakech. |
Typical Itinerary
A lovely varied holiday idea, best done at a relaxed pace to take advantage of all that is on offer so we suggest 10 nights, for example
| Day | Nights' Stay | Typical itinerary for illustration |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | Fly to Marrakech & taxi transfer to the Ouirgane Valley in the High Atlas (1hr). |
| 2 | Take an optional day trek into the surrounding High Atlas hills and valley of Ouirgane, the nearby reservoir or relax and enjoy the peace and beauty around you. | |
| 3 | 5 | Taxi transfer (4hrs) across the Tiz n'Test, a spectacular mountain pass in the High Atlas with spectacular views before descending into the Souss Valley and the walled town of Taroudant. |
| 4 | Visit the two local souks, the Arab craft market and the Berber market, among the best in Morocco, climb the ramparts, take a caleche ride around the city walls or explore the town. | |
| 5 | Day trip to Berber villages of the High Atlas. The excursion takes in 3 villages each of which depends for its livelihood on 3 different products: honey, pottery and olive oil. It includes opportunities to visit local people’s homes to see bread making, their livestock, their lifestyle and to eat a delicious vegetarian tagine, scooped up by freshly baked bread. | |
| 6 | Day trip to Tioute Oasis and Anti-Atlas Mountains. This excursion takes you through savannah-like and irrigated landscapes on the edge of the Souss Valley to an oasis on the northern edge of the Anti-Atlas Mountains. During the trip you are likely to see the strange sight of goats grazing in the native argan trees. Visit a women’s cooperative where there is a chance to purchase high quality organic products including argan oil which is unique to this region. | |
| 7 | Visit to the Taroudant souk for some shopping or take an additional excursion | |
| 8 | 3 | Taxi transfer to Marrakech (3.5hrs), afternoon visit to the souks and evening visit to the main Place Jemma de Fna. |
| 9 | Visit the historic sites Saadian Tombs, Badii Palace, Bahia Palace and museums Maison Tiskiwine and Musee de Marrakech, take lunch in the main square (a guide can be arranged). | |
| 10 | Visit the Agdal Gardens and Yves St Laurents Majorelle Gardens (via Caleche optional) and shop for Moroccan handicrafts at one of the Centre Artisanal's (A guide can be arranged). | |
| 11 | Depending on flight times visit the Mellah and the tanneries (a guide can be arranged) and taxi transfer to airport. |
Pricing Note:
Based on 2 persons sharing (B&B), excl. flights, staying at Ouirgane Ecolodge (Ouirgane), Palais Oumensour (Taroudant), and Riad El Borj, (Marrakech) - budget accommodation; Naturally Morocco can offer a range of alternatives if required. Price varies by room, season and exchange rate.
Based on 2 persons sharing (B&B), excl. flights, staying at Ouirgane Ecolodge (Ouirgane), Palais Oumensour (Taroudant), and Riad El Borj, (Marrakech) - budget accommodation; Naturally Morocco can offer a range of alternatives if required. Price varies by room, season and exchange rate.
Ouirgane
Ouirgane, a small Berber village in the High Atlas, offers a base for a number of treks that can be incorporated into your Moroccan holiday, or just a location to relax.Taroudant
Taroudant can be a fascinating part of a Moroccan holiday, either by itself or as part of a more extensive trip.Marrakech
Marrakech offers visitors a wonderful flavour of Moroccan culture and life. Known as the gateway to Morocco for most visitors, it is one of the four imperial cities.High Atlas Mountains
The High Atlas Mountains offer something different for your holiday in Morocco - a huge range of trekking opportunities or a chance to relax in stunning surroundings.
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