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06 Medinas and Mountains
Stunning Mountains & Exciting City
A simple holiday idea providing an excellent introduction for those who are looking to combine the vibrancy of Marrakech with an experience of the beauty and peace of the stunning High Atlas mountains - relax or take up the option there to walk or trek as you see fit - yet with the benefit of very limited driving time.
| Season: | all year round. |
| Length: | 7 nights. A 5 nights' itinerary can be created for a short break holiday. |
| Flights: | Marrakech (1 hour transfer from Marrakech to the mountains). |
| Pricing: | from £480 pp for 7 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) outside Marrakech. All travel times are approximate. |
| Extension options: | Essaouira (Atlantic Coast). |
| Activity options: | Day or overnight trekking on foot in the High Atlas and day excursions from Marrakech. |
Typical Itinerary
We recommend 7 nights for a relaxing holiday spread between 2 destinations, for example:
| Day | Nights' Stay | Typical itinerary for illustration |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 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 valley of Ouirgane, the nearby reservoir** or relax and enjoy the peace and beauty around you. | |
| 3 | Day at leisure or take optional trek or trip to Imlil village which is in a wonderful setting overlooked by Jbel Toubkal. | |
| 4 | 4 | Taxi transfer to Marrakech (1hr), afternoon visit to the souks and evening visit to the main Place Jemma de Fna. |
| 5 | 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). | |
| 6 | 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). | |
| 7 | Day at leisure - visit shopping areas of the Ville Nouvelle (Gueliz). | |
| 8 | Depending on flight times visit the Mellah and the Marrakech tanneries (a guide can be arranged) and taxi transfer to airport. |
Pricing Note:
Based on 2 persons sharing (B&B), excl. flights, staying at Dar Ouassaggou (Imlil) 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 Dar Ouassaggou (Imlil) 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.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.Asni
Asni, one of the towns of the High Atlas, offers a peaceful element to your Moroccan holiday.Imlil
Imlil, a thriving traditional Moroccan village in the High Atlas, offers great trekking options as part of your holiday in Morocco.Ourika Valley
The Ourika valley, the most accessible valley in the High Atlas from Marrakech, offers a place to relax as part of your Moroccan holiday with us.
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