8 Days Grand Tour to visit sea and Zagora Desert
OVERVIEW :
This 8-day tour takes you through some of Morocco’s most iconic cities and landscapes, starting with a warm welcome in Agadir. Explore the city’s bustling port, the Kasbah, and vibrant local markets. Then, journey through Taroudant, known for its well-preserved traditional charm, before reaching Ouarzazate, the “door to the desert,” where you’ll visit historical Kasbahs and scenic film locations. The adventure continues to the Draa Valley, Zagora, and the desert dunes of Tinfou. Experience the stunning Todra Gorges, the “Route of a Thousand Kasbahs,” and the beauty of Marrakech, with its famous gardens, palaces, and bustling souks. The tour concludes with a visit to the coastal city of Essaouira before returning to Agadir for your flight home.
highlights :
- Agadir Exploration: Visit Morocco’s first sardine port, the historic Kasbah, and the vibrant craft markets of the new town and Inezgane.
- Taroudant: Discover one of Morocco’s oldest towns, known for its preserved medieval charm and bustling souks.
- Ouarzazate: Explore the “Hollywood of Africa,” with visits to famous Kasbahs like Taourirt, Aït Ben Haddou, and Tiffoultout.
- Draa Valley and Zagora: Journey through Morocco’s largest palm grove, with a visit to the historic town of Zagora and the desert dunes of Tinfou.
- Dades Valley & Todra Gorges: Admire the stunning “Route of a Thousand Kasbahs” and the dramatic cliffs of Todra Gorges.
- Marrakech: Explore the ancient imperial city, including Menara Gardens, Koutoubia Mosque, Saadi Tombs, Bahia Palace, and the lively Jemaa El Fna Square.
- Essaouira: Discover the charming port city of Essaouira, known for its ancient fishing port and exceptional handicrafts.
- Scenic Atlas Mountains: Traverse the dramatic Tizin-Tichka pass, the highest road pass in Morocco, with stunning views of the High Atlas.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Agadir
Greeting at the airport and transfer to hotel. Dinner and night.
Day 2 : Full day in Agadir
Morning dedicated to visiting Agadir. Discover the port, the 1st sardine port in Morocco, with its sales on auction, then the Kasbah that towers over the city and whose walls are the only traces left of ancient Agadir. We continue for the new town and its rich handicraft. Departure for Inezgane, a small commercial town with its souk, the most important one in the Sousse plain. Return to Agadir and lunch. Free afternoon. Dinner and night.
Day 3 : Agadir – Taroudant – Ouarzazate
Departure for Ouarzazate, the door of the Great South, via Taroudant. Visit of the town, one of the oldest in Morocco that has kept its past character intact. We continue for Ouarzazate and arrive for lunch. City tour and departure for a visit of the Kasbahs of Ouarzazate: Taourirt, Aït Ben Haddou and photo stop at Tiffoultout. Dinner and night.
Day 4 : Ouarzazate – Zagora – Ouarzazate
Departure for Zagora, through the valley of the Draa, that has one of the largest palm groves of the South of Morocco. After lunch, visit to Tamgrout than escapade on the dunes of Tinfou. Return to Ouarzazate. Dinner and night.
Day 5 : Ouarzazate -Tinghir – Ouarzazate
Departure for Tinehrir through the Dades Valley, named the route of the “Thousand Kasbahs” and visit to the palm grove. We continue towards the Todra Gorges, with their high rocky cliffs. Lunch and free time before returning to Ouarzazate. Dinner and night.
Day 6 : Ouarzazate – Marrakech
Departure for Marrakech, crossing the mountainous chain of the High Atlas through the Tizin-Tichka pass, the highest in the country. Lunch, then visit to Marrakech, ancient imperial city founded in 1062: the Menara gardens, the majestic silhouette of the Koutoubia that towers over the red houses, the Saadi tombs and the Bahia palace. Stroll around the souks and to discover Djemaa El Fna Square, the living heart of the city. Dinner and night.
Day 7 : Marrakech – Essaouira – Agadir
Departure for Essaouira, charming port city, Portugal’s’ ancient Mogador. Discover the city and its ancient fishing port as well as its quality handicraft. Lunch and we continue towards Agadir. Dinner and night.
Day 8 : Agadir Airport
After breakfast, transfer to airport and flight.
included :
- Transport in 4×4 car with Air condition
- Private driver/English speaking guide
- Accommodation (dinner and breakfast) in hotels
- Camel ride through the desert
- Sleep in desert tent
excluded :
- Airline tickets
- Noon meals
- Drinks
- Entrance fees