Marrakech & Atlas Hiking Excursions
- Duration 7 Days
- Tour Type Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style Hiking
About This Trip
Enjoy a week exploring some of Marrakech's most historic sites, including Bahia Palace, El Badi Palace, Medersa Ben Youssef. Then make your way to the quaint village of Imlil which is a lovely Atlas Mountains settlement that offers stunning views and the chance to scale Toubkal, the highest peak in Morocco. Hike to a traditional Berber village and visit a local family to learn more about Moroccan people's daily life.
Itinerary Summary
| DAY | PLACE | HIGHLIGHTS |
| 1 | Marrakech | Arrival, Enjoy a Relaxing Afternoon |
| 2 | Marrakech | Bahia Palace, El Badi Palace, Medersa Ben Youssef, Local Souks |
| 3 | Marrakech | Your Own Leisure Day to Explore Mosques, Palaces and Gardens |
| 4 | Marrakech - Imlil | Head to the Atlas Mountains |
| 5 - 6 | Imlil | Hike to a Traditional Berber Village and Visit a Local Family, Optional to Scale Toubkal, the Highest Peak in Morocco |
| 7 | Imlil - Marrakesh | Departure |
Suggested Itinerary
When your flight lands in Marrakech, clear customs and go out to meet your private English-speaking driver. A comfortable transfer will take you to the hotel for a rest. If you are interested, getting to the main square for a short exploration on your own will be a nice choice.
- Marrakech
Today, your private guide will tell you why Marrakech is famous all over the world. Firstly, pay a visit to the Medersa Ben Youssef, the largest theological college in Morocco. Next to the El Badi Palace, a 16-century palace ruins. Here you can walk around the huge gardens surrounded by high walls. Followed by the Bahia Palace, built in the late 19 century and caught the essence of the Islamic and Moroccan style. In the afternoon, your guide will take you into the different quarters of the Souks for a glimpse of various handiworks.
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- Marrakech
Today is left for you to take an exploration at your own pace. You could enjoy a leisure walking around the Jardin Majorelle Garden for its beautiful plants, wander along the Jemaa el-Fnaa, observe authentic life by riding a caleche along the streets or sitting near the window with a cup of coffee, and try some Marrakech's food while watching snake charmers and dancers performing on the corner.
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- Marrakech
After breakfast, your private driver will take you into the Atlas Mountains for a 3-day easy hiking tour. Imlil, a quaint village located on the Atlas Mountains, is the site that you will stay. After arrival, you can stay in your hotel for a rest, or go out to take a short exploration with the stunning views.
- B D
- Imlil
Today, your guide will show you the daily life of the local people living in the Atlas Mountains via an easy hiking tour to a traditional Berber village. When you get there, share lunch with a local family, and interact with the host. A visit to the Assafou Foundation is highly recommended. It provides free education to children and women living in these rural communities. The children study knowledge and the women learn skills such as weaving. After the tour, go back to Imlil for overnight.
- B D
- Imlil
Today is a free day for you. There are lots of hiking trails that offer the excellent landscape of nature. You may pick the most suitable option for your fitness level and interests. You may also stroll around the local markets to soak up the rural atmosphere.
- B D
- Imlil
Say goodbye to Morocco and then be transferred back to Marrakesh to board your homebound flight.
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Optional Activities
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Hot Air Balloon Odyssey (Marrakech)Glide silently above the fantastic desert at sunrise in a hot air balloon. Float over forgotten Berber hamlets and snow-dusted Atlas peaks. Privately charter for a romantic champagne breakfast. As the sun crests dusty dunes, illuminating ocher sands in amber light, you’ll drift on the wind, cares left behind. This once-in-a-lifetime flight at the edge of the desert offers a soul-stirring escape into tranquility.
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Marrakech Secrets through a Camera
See Marrakech through a lens on this photography tour. Led by a young photographer, capture the essence of Djemaa El Fna square and medina life. Play with color and form to create visual poetry. For the ultimate adventure, join a workshop excursion to a nearby pottery village. Through a camera's eye, discover the soul of Morocco's imperial city.
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Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khmisa (Marrakech)
Enjoy Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khmisa, who is passionate about cooking and specialized in Morrocan cuisine for about 25 years. She will welcome you with a traditional mint tea, take you the old sook to purchase fresh ingredients, and teach you how to prepare Morrocan Tajine.
What's Included in Your Private Tour
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A dedicated travel expert will work with you to design and arrange your itinerary based on your interests, travel style, schedule, and budget. Your trip can be adjusted as your plans take shape.
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Accommodation is selected based on location, quality, your preferences, and budget. Depending on the destination and itinerary, options may include international hotel chains, boutique hotels, and locally distinctive properties.
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Local guides are arranged in each destination, with strong language skills and in-depth local knowledge. Your guide will help you make the most of each destination while sharing local history, culture, and everyday life.
Guide arrangements may vary depending on your destination and itinerary. Please refer to your Tour Program for the specific guide arrangements for your trip.
If you have any special requirements for your guide, such as in-depth historical and cultural interpretation or expertise in a particular industry or subject, please let us know in advance so we can take your preferences into consideration when arranging your trip. -
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver, as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic trains as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
- International flights for selected multi-country tours, as specified in the itinerary.
Transportation arrangements can be adjusted to suit your itinerary and travel needs.
*As each trip is tailor-made, transportation arrangements may vary by itinerary and destination. The final arrangements will be detailed in your Tour Program.*International flights to and from your home country are normally not included in the initial Tour Program. If you would like, your travel expert can also help arrange these flights upon request.
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- Breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D) as specified in the itinerary
- Additional meals can be arranged upon request
- Vegetarian and vegan options are available upon request
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Before You Travel
- Personalized itinerary planning
- Professional advice from local experts
- Smooth booking support from start to finish
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Gallery
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The Bahia Palace
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The Jemaa el-Fnaa Market
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Jardin Majorelle Garden
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Atlas Mountains
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Atlas Mountains
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Traditional Berber Village in Atlas Mountains
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