Morocco – Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert
Curated by Ghilli Dilli Tours and Travel (OPC) Private Limited
Medinas • Mountains • Endless Dunes
- Marrakech & Sahara
- 9 Days / 8 Nights
- Per Person
QUICK OVERVIEW (ABOVE THE FOLD)
Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
Destinations Covered: Marrakech → Fes → Sahara (Merzouga) → Marrakech
Departure City: Chennai (Primary Operations Hub)
Other Indian Cities: Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru & others available on request
Category: Culture • Desert • Scenic Landscapes • Exotic Heritage
Starting Price: ₹1,75,000 per person*
₹1,75,000/Person
*Prices vary based on season, riad category, and desert camp selection
PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS
- Marrakech & Fes – Morocco’s imperial cities
- Atlas Mountains scenic drives
- Sahara Desert camel trek & overnight camp stay
- Traditional riads, medinas & souks
- A rare blend of Arab, Berber & African cultures
- One of North Africa’s most visually dramatic journeys
PACKAGE OVERVIEW
Morocco – Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert is a deeply textured cultural journey through Morocco’s historic capitals and vast desert landscapes.
This itinerary prioritises experiential travel — walking medinas with local guides, crossing mountain passes, and spending a night under the Sahara’s open skies. Travel days are long but purposeful, with scenery forming a core part of the experience rather than a logistical inconvenience.
Accommodation focuses on character-rich riads and regulated desert camps, preserving authenticity while ensuring comfort. Ideal for culture enthusiasts, seasoned travellers, and those seeking a sensory-rich destination, this journey offers contrast, colour, and cultural depth.
PACKAGE PRICE OPTIONS
(Per person, twin sharing | Excluding international flights)
Standard Cultural Journey – 3 ★
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Traditional 3 ★ riads & standard desert camp
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Shared transfers & guided tours
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All core cultural experiences included
Deluxe Riad & Desert Experience – 4 ★
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Premium riads & upgraded desert camp
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Better room categories & comfort
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Enhanced guiding & pacing
Premium Sahara Luxury – 5 ★
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Luxury riads & high-end desert camps
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Private transfers where feasible
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Enhanced service & exclusivity
ACCOMMODATION DETAILS
- 3 ★ : Traditional riads & standard desert camps
- 4 ★ : Premium riads & upgraded camps
- 5 ★ : Luxury riads & boutique desert lodges
Exact properties are confirmed at booking due to limited inventory.
Morocco luxury is defined by atmosphere, architecture, and desert access — not international hotel chains.
DAY–BY–DAY ITINERARY
- Included & Excluded
- 8 nights accommodation with daily breakfast
- Airport transfers
- Guided Marrakech & Fes tours
- Sahara camel trek & desert camp stay with dinner
- Scenic inter-city transfers
- All applicable local taxes
- International airfare
- Lunches unless specified
- Personal expenses & optional activities
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
- Day 1
- Arrival at Marrakech Airport
- Meet & greet with local representative
- Transfer to riad / hotel & check-in
- Jemaa el-Fnaa square experience
Marrakech
- Day 2
- Breakfast at riad
- Koutoubia Mosque (exterior)
- Bahia Palace
- Saadian Tombs
- Souks & medina walk
Marrakech
- Day 3
- Breakfast at riad
- Scenic drive via Atlas Mountains
- Mountain villages
- Photo stops & local lunch break
Fes
- Day 4
- Breakfast at riad
- Fes el-Bali medina
- Tanneries
- Al Quaraouiyine University (exterior)
Fes
- Day 5
- Breakfast at riad
- Drive toward Merzouga
- Camel trek into the dunes
- Sunset over Sahara
Sahara Desert Camp
- Day 6
- Sunrise in the desert
- Breakfast at camp
- Drive back toward Marrakech region
En-route town / hotel
- Day 7
- Breakfast at hotel
- Continue scenic drive back to Marrakech
Marrakech
- Day 8
- Breakfast at riad
- Hammam & spa
- Cooking class
- Shopping & café hopping
Marrakech
- Day 9
- Breakfast
- Check-out
- Transfer to airport
- Tour concludes
TRANSPORT & TRANSFERS
Included Transfers
- Airport ↔ Hotel ↔ Airport
- Inter-city scenic transfers
- Camel trek & desert access vehicles
Licensed local drivers and guides used throughout.
FLIGHTS & VISAS
INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS FROM INDIA (OPTIONAL ADD ON)
- Departures available from Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru & other Indian cities
- Flight fares vary based on city, dates & airline availability
- Airport assistance provided by resort representatives
- Class included, as per package
- Business class upgrade available
VISAS & ENTRY
- Morocco is visa-free for many nationalities
- Passport validity minimum 6 months
Visa guidance available if required.
IDEAL FOR
✔ Culture & heritage lovers
✔ Desert & landscape explorers
✔ Photography & slow travel enthusiasts
✔ Experienced international travellers
BEST TIME TO VISIT
March–May & September–November: Ideal weather
Summer: Extremely hot in desert regions
Winter: Cold nights in Sahara
IMPORTANT NOTES
• Long driving days are integral to the experience
• Modest dress advised in medinas
• Desert camp comfort varies by category
• Walking involved in medinas
• Cultural sensitivity essential
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
Indicative Cancellation Slabs (Land Package):
- 30+ days before travel: No charges
- 15–29 days before travel: 25%
- 7–14 days before travel: 50%
- Less than 7 days / No-show: 100% (No refund)
Flights follow airline policies.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Yes. Licensed and environmentally regulated camps are used.
Yes, when travelling with licensed guides.
Better suited to confident or guided travellers.
Yes, as an extension.
CONTACT & BOOKINGS
Ghilli Dilli Tours and Travel (OPC) Private Limited
Gurgaon, Haryana – India
Call
+91 8851898784
ghillidilli.india@gmail.com