Marrakech, Agafay & Coast - 5 Days
5 Days Starting and ending in Marrakesh, Morocco
Visiting: Marrakesh, Tafraoute, Ait Mansour, Essaouira, Agafay
Tour operator:
Tour code:
MAC5
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
15-90
Special diets catered:
Halal, Vegetarians, Gluten free on request
Tour operated in:
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Private Available:
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Tour Overview
Join this 5-day Marrakech Agafay & Coast tour and get a real mix of city, mountains, and coast with an added desert experience in Agafay. Starting off in the vibrant red city of Marrakech before travelling over the Atlas enroute to Tafraoute. The next day we venture further west along the Atlantic coast to the fishing town of Essaouira with its stunning beaches, souks, and exciting water sports. Without the need to travel the long distance to the Sahara, we enjoy a night camping in the Agafay Desert, which is less than 1 hour from Marrakech. Take an optional camel trek in the rocky desert at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains or just relax by the pool before ending your journey back in Marrakech for any last-minute souvenirs. Marrakech - Djemaa-el-Fna square, UNESCO-listed medina Tafraoute - Town in the Anti-Atlas Mountains with diverse landscapes Essaouira - Colourful fishing town and beautiful beaches Agafay Desert – Rocky and sandy desert near Marrakech. A Hidden gem! Ait Mansour Valley – Authentic villages & Palm Groves
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Marrakech
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Andalous
Meals Included: Dinner
Arrive in Marrakech this morning and take your airport transfer to our joining hotel. Here we will have a welcome meeting at 12:00pm where you will meet your guide and fellow travellers. After the meeting you will have free time for an optional lunch followed by an optional city tour of Marrakech around 2pm. The city tour will include an outside visit of the Koutoubia Mosque which is the landmark of the city, and Ben Youssef Madrassa. Explore the magical souks before ending in the famous square Jemaa El Fna. Enjoy your time here before we meet for dinner at the hotel.
Overnight Marrakech. (Dinner Included).
Day 2 : Tafraoute
Location: Tafraoute, Ait Mansour
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Amandiers
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, we drive west via the highway and have a coffee stop on the journey. On the drive, we will pass some Berber towns through the Massa area, before our arrival in Tafraoute. Once checked in to the hotel, we can have lunch in a local restaurant in the town. If time allows, we can take a swim then head to Ait Mansour Valley. A peaceful paradise famous for its beautiful landscapes, temperate climate, and valleys that pass through the Anti-Atlas Mountains between the rocky and dry slopes of the hills. A calm atmosphere with trickling sounds of water, historical monuments, spectacular palm groves and flowering almond trees. On arrival here, we will walk through the magical Oasis to learn about what locals grow in their fields. Later in the afternoon, we drive back to Tafraoute, stopping at the iconic, blue-painted rocks.
Overnight Tafraoute. (Breakfast Included).
Day 3 : Essaouira
Location: Essaouira
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Miramar
Meals Included: Breakfast
After an early breakfast, we will make our way through part of the Anti-Atlas Mountains to get to Morocco’s western coastal side of the country, passing by Tiznit, Agadir and Taghazoute. Enjoy scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Berber towns along the way. On our arrival in Essaouira, check in to your hotel and refresh before heading to the old Medina for lunch in one of the local seafood stores by the harbour. This afternoon, there is free time to explore this beautiful fishing town with its souks, cafes and terraces or add on an adventure with either quad biking, kite surfing, horse riding or a cooking class. The beach is across the road from our hotel if you prefer to relax with a local mint tea.
Overnight Essaouira. (Breakfast Included).
Day 4 : Agafay Desert
Location: Agafay
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Selina Agafay Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning will be free, so you can do more exploration of the coastal town at your own pace. We will meet at the hotel for our departure to tranquil Agafay Desert. The moon-like Agafay Desert is a hidden gem not too far from Marrakech with a rocky landscape and scenic rock formations similar to dunes. You will have a desert experience without needing to travel to the Sahara.
On our arrival we will check into our tents and enjoy the pool or go for an optional camel ride while watching the sunset.
Overnight at Agafay Desert. (Breakfast & Dinner Included).
Day 5 : Marrakech
Location: Marrakesh
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast we will drive back to Marrakech. If your flight is in the morning, we can drop you at the airport or alternatively you can explore more of Marrakech’s majestic sights.
(Breakfast Included).
What's Included
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Accommodation
3* to 4* accommodation hotels plus 1 night at Agafay camp
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Arrival transfer from Marrakech Airport on day 1 of the tour or if pre-accommodation is booked directly with Nomadic for our joining hotel.
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Fully Guided
1 x Guide & 1 x Driver
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Meals
4 Breakfasts, 0 Lunches, 2 Dinners (Including water with meals)
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Tafraoute Walk
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Transport
Transport by luxury, air-conditioned minivan or 4x4
What's Not Included
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Insurance
Not included but mandatory for our tours.
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International Travel
No flights are included
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Optional
Optional Activities • Kite surfing – Essaouira (2 hours = approx.
700 DH) • Quad Biking – Essaouira AGE 16+ ONLY (2 hours= 590DH 1 pax, 2 hours for 2 pax = 690 DH) • Horse riding – Essaouira (1 hour = 250 DH, 2/3 hours = approx.
300 DH/390 DH approx.
• Cooking lesson – Essaouira (approx.
300 DH) • Camel Ride – Agafay Desert (1 hour = approx.
300 DH) • Guided city tour – Marrakech (approx.
3 hours = 2-4 pax =200 DH, 5-9 pax = 150 DH, 10+ pax 100 DH) + 100 DH for Bahia Palace entrance, 80 DH Ben Youssef Madrassa.
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Tipping Kitty
Tipping kitty $30 per person – used for hotel porters, waiters, local guides used for city tours, airport drivers, restaurant, Nomadic driver tips etc.
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Departure Transfer
Not included but our guide can help with a taxi at the end of the tour.
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Some meals not included
4 x Lunches and 2 x dinners are not included
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Other guided tours
Marrakech city guided tour is an extra cost
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Tip for Guide
TIP for Nomadic Guide is NOT included in the tipping kitty.
If you are happy with the Guide’s service, we recommend $4-$5 per person per day. -
Drinks
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Spending Money
Optional Extras
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Pre-Accommodation Single
Pre-accommodation for 1 person
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Pre-Accommodation Triple Room
Pre-night for 3 people in a triple room.
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Post Accommodation Twin/Double Room
Post-Accommodation for 2 people.
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Post Accommodation Triple Room
Post-night in a triple room for 3 people.
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Pre-Accommodation Twin/Double
Should you arrive the day before the tour. Room for 2 people.
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Single Room Supplement
Should you wish to book a private single room for the tour.
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Post Accommodation Single
Post-Accommodation for 1 person.
Mode of Transport
Mini-van or 4x4 Land cruiser
Accommodation
3* to 4* accommodation hotels plus 1 night at Agafay camp.
Marrakech - Hotel El Andalous
Tafraoute - Hotel Amandiers
Essaouira - Hotel Miramar
Agafay Desert - Selina Agafay Camping
Check out our Q&As
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
The arrival transfer is included if you arrive on day of tour or book pre-accommodation with us.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
There is not a mandatory supplement so you can share with someone of the same gender. Or you can pay a single supplement to have a private single room.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Minimum age is 15 if travelling with an adult aged 18 or over.
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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 maximum group size?
16
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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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