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Morocco Adventure For Teenagers

8 days

From colourful Marrakech, ride camels into the Sahara Desert, explore the fortified kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, visit towering Todra Gorge and opt to visit the famous film studios at Ouarzazate on this 8-day tour for families with teens aged 12 years and over.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour Overview

Duration

8 days

Starts

Marrakech

Ends

Marrakech

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour guide

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 16

Minimum age

10 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Saturdays

Hotel Rating

3 star

Countries

Morocco

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

No

Meals included

Breakfast: 7, Lunch: 3, Dinner: 6
Per person from
£585.00
Total From
£1,170.00
Deposit From
Final payment
£442.00
£949.00

Tour Highlights

Marrakech - Delve into the medina and Djemaa el Fna independently or join an optional guided tour of Morocco's most famous city
Sahara Desert - Climb aboard a camel for a ride into the desert, past the huge dunes of erg Chebbi to our Berber campsite
Ait Benhaddou - Explore the historic UNESCO-listed fortified kasbah which starred in Game of Thrones
Todra Gorge - Take in this towering landmark, which is more than 1,000-feet high in places - the Moroccan Grand Canyon
Ouarzazate - Visit the 'Hollywood of Morocco' and join an optional tour of the film studios here, responsible for blockbusters including Gladiator
High Atlas Mountains - Admire the stunning scenery as you cross the dramatic mountain range on your way to Marrakech

Included

Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 6 dinners inclusive of a Berber camp dinner
6 nights 3 star hotels and 1 night camping at a Berber desert camp in the Sahara
Camel trek into the Sahara Desert
Sightseeing and entrance fees to all included sites
Escorted by an English speaking tour leader
Specialist local guides at some sites
Arrival transfer from Marrakech Airport on day 1
All transportation and transfers in private 4x4 or mini van/touring vehicle

Not Included

International flights and visa
Gratuity for your tour leader. We recommend USD$30 – 40 per adult for the entire tour. Tipping your tour guide is an entirely personal gesture
Tipping Kitty: USD$50-55pp, paid in USD or local currency
Tipping is not a natural part of many Western cultures and many of us feel uncomfortable, or unsure, about when, or how much, to tip. However, in the places you will visit, tipping makes up a significant part of many people's wages so it's important that we get it right. For this reason we've developed a very simple system to take all the hassle out of tipping. With our 'tipping made easy' policy, a nominal pre-determined amount is collected from all group tour participants to cover tips en route. This then saves you the hassle of when and how much to tip bellhops, luggage handlers, local guides and other support staff through the tour. Our 'tipping made easy' doesn't include a tip to your group tour leader. Naturally, though, the amount is up to you as tipping is an entirely personal gesture.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Marrakech

Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Marrakech International Airport you will be met and transferred to our hotel. Why not relax by the pool before the pre-departure meeting at 18.00 where you will meet your fellow travellers.

Overnight: Marrakech
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 - Optional tour to the film studios

After breakfast we head south to the film capital of North Africa - Ouarzazate. After an optional local lunch we have the chance to take an optional tour of the film studios - famous for many blockbusters including Gladiator, The Last Temptation of Christ, and James Bond's - The Living Daylights! We can also opt to go quad biking and further explore the town.

Overnight: Ouarzazate
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 - Sahara Desert camel trek

This morning we take a stunning drive towards Erg Chebbi, on the edge of the Sahara Desert. Afterwards we head to Merzouga to enjoy some free time for swimming and a spot of lunch. It's then time to climb aboard our camels for a memorable trek into the Sahara, past towering sand dunes. We spend the night at our traditional Berber Camp and enjoy local food, music and an amazing night out under the Saharan stars.

Overnight: Erg Chebbi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - Todra Gorge

After a tasty breakfast in the Sahara, we climb back on board our trusty camels and head out of the desert. Once out of the sand we get back on the road, stopping to explore ancient irrigation wells which have been created from an intricate network of underground canals, dating back to the 14th century. They run for more than 300km, all the way from the Atlas Mountains to the Sahara. We arrive at Todra Gorge this afternoon, where we will enjoy lunch at our hotel. This 1000ft gorge is hemmed in on all sides by vertical limestone cliffs and is also called Morocco’s Grand Canyon.

Later this afternoon we'll have the opportunity to explore the gorge or even take part in some optional Rock Climbing. We'll then continue to Tizgui. This beautiful old village is home to a local carpet cooperative, where you'll be able to see how traditional Berber rugs are made.

Overnight: Todra Gorge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 - UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou

Enjoy a leisurely morning before we depart Todra for Ait Benhaddou. Making our way through the stunning landscape along the route that is often labeled 'the road of a thousand Kasbahs' we will first stop at Kasbah Amridil. This is one the best-preserved Kasbahs in Morocco and at one time featured on the 50 Dirham note.

Arriving at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou this afternoon we enjoy lunch before taking a guided tour of the fortified village. This traditional pre-Saharan habitat is a a maze of tightly packed houses offering defence from the outside with adding reinforcement coming from the 4 large corner towers. Teens and adults alike may also recognize the kasbah from Game of Thrones - it starred as the slave city of Yunkai, which Daenarys Targaryen liberated with her dragons on her way back to Westeros! This evening we will enjoy dinner together, soaking in the atmosphere and enchantment of this incredible place.

Overnight: Ait Benhaddou
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 - Crossing the High Atlas Mountains

This morning we traverse the towering High Atlas Mountains en route to Marrakech. Arriving this afternoon, you can enjoy an optional guided tour of the city with a local payment of 200 Dirhams per person. Alternatively, you can explore the city yourself or relax by the pool. Marrakech has some amazing places to see. Delve into the winding streets and bustling souks, visit Bahia Palace, the Jewish Quarter, and the beautiful Koutoubia Mosque. This landmark towers over the ancient medina. The evening is free for you to explore the lively hustle and bustle of Djemaa El Fna square or simply relax at the hotel.

Overnight: Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 - Optional awe-inspiring hot air balloon ride

Early this morning there is the option to start the day with an awe-inspiring hot air balloon ride. Alternatively you can have a relaxing morning before enjoying some free time to further explore Marrakech.

This evening we come together as a group for a sumptuous group meal in the exciting and exotic Djemaa El Fna square.

Overnight: Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 - Farewell, until your next adventure....

Our tour ends after breakfast with check out at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Pre Tour Accommodation Marrakech (From price)

Double

£75per passenger

Twin

£75per passenger

Single

£105per passenger

Post Tour Accommodation Marrakech (From price)

Double

£75per passenger

Twin

£75per passenger

Single

£105per passenger

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

El Andalous Hotel & Spa
Marrakech

Just 10 minutes from the airport, the El Andalous Hotel and Spa offers a welcome respite from the hubub of the city. Evoking the golden age of Arab-Andalusian culture; exotic and romantically rich. Guest rooms are well furnished with excellent en suite facilites as well as private balconies. The hotel pool is great place to relax by and enjoy a tasty beverage or two. The medina is just a 20 minute walk from here or a cab can get you there in a few minutes!

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Les Jardins
Ouarzazate

A fairly new hotel in Ouarzazate, the Hotel les Jardins is in the traditional style of a Moroccan kasbah, with spacious rooms. The hotel is set in exquisitely manicured gardens, which provide guests with a much needed breath of fresh air. The experience is complete with a pool and restaurant, where visitors can while away the hours in the warm, starry evenings. The hotel is on the outskirts of Ouzarzate and has numerous restaurants and shops nearby.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Desert Camp
Erg Chebbi

Camping out in the Sahara Desert is an incredible experience, enabling you to sit on top of a dune to watch the setting sun, sit around a camp fire for dinner and lie back and see the stars. No alcohol.

Our Rating
Simple
Local Rating
Free Camp

Prices & Dates

'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. On all of our family tours parent and teenager rooms are side by side or interconnecting. We also offer a triple share option on this holiday, please contact us for details. All departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons.

This trip is for families only, including grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins who’d like to come along. As long as you’re travelling with a teen/ pre-teen aged between 10 - 18 yrs, you’re a family in our eyes.

2024
Twin/Double
Single
23 Nov - 30 Nov
Sold Out
Sold Out
23 Dec - 30 Dec
£635
£845
2025
Twin/Double
Single
18 Jan - 25 Jan
£735
£945
8 Feb - 15 Feb
£735
£945
15 Feb - 22 Feb
£735
£945
15 Mar - 22 Mar
£785
£995
5 Apr - 12 Apr
£785
£995
12 Apr - 19 Apr
£785
£995
24 May - 31 May
£735
£945
19 Jul - 26 Jul
£785
£995

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