Down to Earth: Marrakech

Marrakech is loved by travellers for its incredible atmosphere, the souks (markets) with their narrow lanes stuffed with goodies from carpets to lanterns to spices and slippers, and of course the Djemma el Fna. This five-day trip gives you time to explore all it has to offer, and you could even be back at the office on Thursday! Or perhaps not...

We collect you from the airport and take you to your riad, which will be your home for the next four nights. This is simple, but very comfortable, and a great base for your stay.

The next day we give you a half day city tour, with a guide showing you some of the sites and helping you get your bearings for the next few days. Then it's up to you, with two and half days to explore as you please.

There are masses of museums, palaces and tombs and, of course, shopping galore! The food is great here, too, so in the evenings try out some of the excellent restaurants. One 'must-do' is an evening in the Djemma el Fna, the main square where hundreds of people congregate each evening to socialise, eat and enjoy the entertainments such as acrobats, fire eaters, storytellers and musicians. Marrakech new town is a great place for shopping too, and you could also get a horse-drawn carriage to the outskirts of town to see the beautiful Majorelle Gardens of Yves St Laurent.

You could easily fill all your time in Marrakech alone, but we give you the option to Make it Yours with a range of activities. Why not take home the ability to recreate the taste of the city by attending a Moroccan cooking class? Or try your hand at a pottery workshop? Or, if you're feeling adventurous, why not go rafting in Ourika valley, or take a day trek and overnight in the stunning Atlas Mountains?

If you want to see even more of this region, and would really rather not be back in the office on Thursday, you can extend this holiday with one of our extensions. You could choose to explore the deserts and gorges or to journey to the lovely fishing port of Essaouira. Or do both!

This is one of Tribes' Down to Earth holidays. This is a great range of more affordable, set itinerary holidays, as opposed to our tailor made trips.
The Down to Earth holidays also have their own website where you will find lots more details about each trip.

CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE DOWN TO EARTH HOLIDAYS PAGE FOR THIS HOLIDAY

Gallery and trip information

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Included

International flights if selected, airport transfers, accommodation based on twin share (B&B), half day city tour Marrakech (not inc entrance fees).

Not included

International flights if not selected, insurance, drinks, items of a personal nature.

Getting there

Royal Air Maroc has daily flights to Marrakech via Casablanca throughout the year, though many travellers choose the no-frills airlines such as Ryanair for better prices and a direct flight to Marrakech. We can arrange flights for you (we are ATOL bonded)

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Explore the bustling town and many sights of Marrakech.
Stunning architecture.
Visit the souks, mosques, museums and palaces.
Spend time in Djemmaa el Fna.
Chance to learn Moroccan cookery or pottery, go rafting in Ourika valley or trekking in Atlas Mountains

Itinerary

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Duration:

Day 1: Fly from UK to Marrakech (if flights selected). Arrive in Marrakech. Transfer to your riad.
Day 2: Half day city tour.
Days 3-4: Free time in Marrakesh.
Day 5: Transfer to airport. If flights selected,return to UK.

Pricing guidelines for Morocco

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We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

International flights will add from about £200 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). We offer flights with Royal Air Maroc which has daily flights to Marrakech as well as good connections to other cities.

For each accommodation on this website you will find an indication of the price. The bands are based on the price per person per night at peak season and are represented by the following values for this country:
	under £50
	£50 to £75
	£75 to £100
	£100 to £150
	Over £150

For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

Example tripPrice per person
9 day holiday including the desertBetween £1500 and £2000
2 weeks holiday taking in various sites in Morocco, using good accommodationBetween £1500 and £2500
5 day short break (one destination)From about £500+
1 week trekking holiday (eg Toubkal trek)Between £600 and £800

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5 days - from £365 per person

For all dates and prices, see the Down to Earth website page.

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