Marrakech & Sahara Teen Tour 8 Days
8 Days Starting and ending in Marrakesh, Morocco
Visiting: Marrakesh, Ouarzazate, Sahara Desert Morocco, Todra River, Aït Benhaddou
Tour operator:
Tour code:
MST8
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
12-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Halal, Gluten free on request
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Tour Overview
Are you looking for a holiday in Morocco that has enough adventure to satisfy both teens and parents all at once? Then our Marrakech and Sahara Teen Tour will be ideal for you. Explore the vibrant history of this ancient world during your time in Marrakech, before heading out to discover the superb Ouarzazate, the Sahara desert & Todra Gorge. You will have the perfect complement of time to relax and jump into adventure. With a host of additional activities to choose from such as rock climbing in Todra Gorge or a once in a lifetime Hot Air balloon ride over the High-Atlas Mountains, there are loads for you and your teens to do. From the beautiful and buzzing Marrakech to stunning Todra Gorge, there is a plethora of great views and cultural experiences for all to love. From the charming villages of Marrakech to the Southern towns of Morocco, not to mention the Sahara, the charm of North Africa is sure to captivate you and your family. Our 8-days Morocco tour is designed with the needs of teenagers in mind. Indulge in the vibrant culture and enjoy the finest local cuisine while staying in 3 & 4 star accommodation in Morocco. Please note: the minimum age to join this tour is 12 years old. Optional Activities • Guided city tour of Marrakech 3 hours (2-4 Pax 200 DH, 5-9 Pax 150 DH, 10 Pax 100 DH) • Bahia Palace Entry Fee (100 DH) • Hammam in Marrakech (prices from 150 DH) • Movie studio visit in Ouarzazate (30 minutes = 80 DH) • Quad biking in Ouarzazate AGE 16+ ONLY (2 hours = 590 DH, 2 hours for 2 pax = 690DH) • Rock climbing in Todra Gorge - Adult must be present (1 hour = 300 DH) • Hot air balloon ride over the High Atlas Mountains (2000 DH) • Cooking class in Marrakech (350 DH)
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Marrakech
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Andalous
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Morocco! Following your transfer from the airport to our joining hotel, you can relax by the hotel pool before the pre-departure meeting at 18.00 hrs where you will meet your guide and fellow travellers.
Overnight Marrakech (Dinner included).
Day 2 : Ouarzazate
Location: Ouarzazate
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Jardin De Ouarzazate
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Following breakfast, we travel to Ouarzazate. After lunch, there is a chance for either an optional tour of the Film studios, famous for films such as Gladiators, The Last Temptation of Christ and the Living Daylights, Quad biking or just explore Ouarzazate. Depending on time, it may be possible to do more than one of these options.
Overnight Ouarzazate (Breakfast & Dinner included).
Day 3 : Sahara Desert
Location: Sahara Desert Morocco
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Auberge La Caravane
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Excitement is in the air as we head towards the mighty Saharan Dunes. En-route we stop off for lunch and in the summer, we may even have time for a relaxing swim. It is then time to head towards the great desert dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga where we transfer to our camels and trek into the vast Sahara Desert in time for sunset. We then return to our authentic Berber Camp on the edge of the desert to spend the night enjoying local food, music, and an amazing night out under the Saharan stars.
Overnight Berber camp (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included).
Day 4 : Todra Gorge
Location: Todra River
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kasbah Amazir
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a wonderful breakfast in the dunes, we leave the desert and stop along the way to visit ancient irrigation wells where you can see how they were created from an intricate network of underground canals running from the Atlas to the Sahara, more than 300km and dating back to the 14th Century. We move on to stunning Todra Gorge and have lunch at our hotel, set amongst the Palmeries and hemmed in by 300M high cliffs. We have time to explore the gorge after lunch or go for some optional rock climbing. We will visit Tizgui, one of the old villages of Todra and visit a local carpet cooperative where we learn how to make Moroccan tea and Berber rugs.
Overnight Todra Gorge (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included).
Day 5 : Ait Benhaddou
Location: Aït Benhaddou
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: La Rose Du Sable
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We have a leisurely depart from Todra this morning as we head off to Ait Benhaddou. On the road also known as the road of a thousand Kasbah’s, we will make a stop at Kasbah Amridil. This is one of the best Kasbah examples in Morocco and once featured on the Moroccan 50 Dirham bank note. We arrive at Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site for lunch. We will take a guided tour of Ait Benhaddou this afternoon, a traditional pre-Saharan habitat of earthen walled dwellings fortified by surrounding walls and guarded by 4 corner towers. This evening, we will enjoy dinner and soak up the atmosphere of this inspiring place.
Overnight Ait Benhaddou (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included).
Day 6 : Marrakech
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Andalous
Meals Included: Breakfast
We will depart this morning traversing the mighty and impressive High Atlas Mountains en-route to Marrakech. You can enjoy a free afternoon by the pool in Marrakech, experience the hustle and bustle of the medina, eat in Djemaa el Fna square, shop, visit Jardin Majorelle or if you prefer a quieter time, relax with a hammam spa at the hotel.
An optional cooking class can take place this evening on a family home visit. This is a mutual exchange where we learn how to cook a tagine and about family life in Morocco and our cooking class cost helps the family out too.
Overnight Marrakech (Breakfast included).
Day 7 : Marrakech
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Andalous
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
There is time today to take an optional hot air balloon ride before breakfast followed by a morning guided city tour (optional) of Marrakech which takes approximately 3 hours and includes Bahia Palace, The Medina, pharmacy visit and a walk around the Koutoubia Mosque. Or explore the sights for yourself and soak up the incredible atmosphere on your last free afternoon.
This evening, we have our final group meal in the Djemaa El Fna, the legendary main square full of acrobats, snake charmers, juice sellers and various open-air restaurants.
Overnight Marrakech (Breakfast & Dinner).
Day 8 : Marrakech
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Andalous
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your adventure tour ends after breakfast, and it is time to say goodbye.
(Breakfast included).
What's Included
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Accommodation
3* to 4* accommodation including 1 night in an authentic Berber Camp
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Arrival transfer from Marrakech Airport included on day 1 of the tour if pre-accommodation is booked directly with Nomadic for our joining hotel. (Should for any reason you take a local taxi, please check the sign with prices before you arrive at the taxi rank).
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Fully Guided
1 Guide and 1 driver
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Guided tour of Ait Benhaddou
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 6 Dinners
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Sahara Camel Trek
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Transport by air-conditioned 4x4 or minibus
What's Not Included
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Drinks with Meals
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Country Entry Visas
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tipping kitty 2024 = $50 per person (used for hotel porters, waiters, local guides used for city tours, airport drivers, restaurant tips & Tour driver).
The tipping kitty does not cover your Nomadic guide, so please feel free to offer a tip at the end of the tour if you are happy with the service provided.
In 2025, tipping kitty = $55 USD.
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International Travel
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Travel Insurance
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Lunch x 3 & Dinner x 1
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Optional
Optional Activities • Guided city tour of Marrakech 3 hours (2-4 Pax 200 DH, 5-9 Pax 150 DH, 10 Pax 100 DH) • Bahia Palace Entry Fee (100 DH) • Hammam in Marrakech (prices from 150 DH) • Movie studio visit in Ouarzazate (30 minutes = 80 DH) • Quad biking in Ouarzazate AGE 16+ ONLY (2 hours = 590 DH, 2 hours for 2 pax = 690DH) • Rock climbing in Todra Gorge - Adult must be present (1 hour = 300 DH) • Hot air balloon ride over the High Atlas Mountains (2000 DH) • Cooking class in Marrakech (350 DH)
Optional Extras
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Post Accommodation Triple Room
For additional nights if required
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Single Supplement booked after 1st June 2024
Single Room Supplement
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Post Accommodation Single
If you wish to add additional nights after the tour
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Pre Accommodation Twin/Double Room
If you wish to stay prior to the tour starting
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Pre Accommodation Triple Room
If you wish to arrive prior to the tour starting
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Pre-Accommodation Single
Should you arrive prior to the tour
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Post Accommodation Twin/Double Room
If you wish to add additional nights
Mode of Transport
Minivan or 4x4 land cruiser
Accommodation
We use 3-4 star hotels plus 1 night in an authentic Berber camp.
Marrakech - Hotel El Andalous
Ouarzazate - Hotel Le Jardins de Ouarzazate
Sahara Desert - Berber camp
Todra Gorge - Kasbah Amazir
Ait Benhaddou - Hotel La Rose du Sable
NB: The hotels listed above are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard when necessary.
Check out our Q&As
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
We can book pre or post accommodation at the starting/ending hotels for £80 single room, £110 twin or double, £150 triple, £220 family room
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are there any cultural dress codes or guidelines for Morocco?
When visiting mosques and local families during the tour, it is important to dress modestly out of respect for the local culture. For both men and women, this typically means covering shoulders, chest, and legs. Women can also choose to bring a scarf to cover their hair when entering a mosque but it is not mandatory. It's advisable to avoid tight-fitting clothing and ensure that knees and shoulders are covered. Observing these dress code guidelines will show respect for the cultural norms and religious practices in Morocco.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
We use 3 to 4 star hotels.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been trading over 25 years.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
A tour voucher with a check-list and a pre-departure email.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, you can pay extra for a single room for the duration of the tour. Just add the single supplement when you book.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, for every booking we take, we donate to projects such as the Ait Ouham Association
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