9 Days | Breathtaking adventure infused with cultural discovery in Morocco



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Travel along ancient caravan routes towards the Sahara on this nine-day cycling and hiking adventure through Morocco. Explore by foot, bike and even camel to get a totally immersive feel for this country. Cycle across mountain passes and through Amazigh villages. Hike through lush oases and towering gorges. Spend nights off the beaten path in a traditional Amazigh gite and at a desert campsite under dark skies bursting with millions of stars. This journey strikes the perfect balance of breathtaking adventure and cultural discovery.
Please note: This trip is currently being rerouted to avoid the Atlas Mountains. The effected areas will be replaced with equivalent experiences or destinations. For more information, visit intrepidtravel.com/travel-alerts
Trip overview
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- Start
- Marrakech, Morocco
- Finish
- Marrakech, Morocco
- Theme
- Multi-Active Adventures
- Destinations
- Morocco
- Physical rating
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- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 14
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 16
- Trip code
- XMXM
- See a different side of Morocco by bike on two guided cycling trips –get closer to authentic Morocco, get off the beaten tracks through Amazigh villages and among fruit and nut trees.
- Descend out of the mountains along a former caravan route into the historic fortified oasis of Ait Benhaddou.
- Ride a camel across shifting sand dunes in Erg Chebbi, take a night desert walk and camp in a tent under the stars.
- Hike among the towering red gorges and lush green palms of Todra.
- Start and end your trip in colourful Marrakech, and discover the Djemaa el-Fna Square and winding alleys with a local leader who knows all the secrets.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, World Bicycle Relief. Donations provide school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas with bicycles that provide access to education, healthcare, and income.
- To enjoy this trip it is important that you are both confident and competent in riding a bicycle. This trip features undulating terrain so a good level of fitness is required.
- When travelling in Morocco, temperatures can get incredibly hot in summer and surprisingly cool in winter. Have a think about what time of year suits you best to travel.
Itinerary
Inclusions
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners
Bicycle, Private vehicle, Camel, On foot
Hotel (5 nights), Gite (2 nights), Desert Camp (1 Night)
- Guided Hike - Imlil to Aroumd
- Guided Cycling - Atlas Mountains (Amzmiz – Ouirgane)
- Imlil - Bread making workshop
- Guided Hike - Atlas Mountains
- Ait Benhaddou - Leader-led ksar walk
- Ait Benhaddou - Tea at Tawesna association
- Guided Cycling - Agdez
- Camp Fire, Merzouga
- Merzouga - Camel safari
- Sahara Desert Night Walk
- Todra Gorge - Palmeraie and farm walk
- Todra Gorge hike
- Dar Si Said Museum - Marrakech - MAD20
- Marrakech - Saadian Tombs - MAD70
- Marrakech - Marjorelle Gardens - MAD150
- Marrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage - MAD750
- Marrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride - MAD2050
- Hammam Visit - Aroumd - MAD100
- Ait Benhaddou - Cooking Demonstration & Dinner - MAD100
- Rock Climbing - Todra Gorge - MAD400
- A Taste of Marrakech - tour leader - MAD400
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room with the exception of Days 2, 3 and 5. The single supplement is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. Equipment hire is included in your trip price. Please advise your height at time of booking that we can ensure a suitable sized bike is arranged.
3.An e-bike option (at additional cost) may be available on this trip. We have limited numbers of these bikes available and they are an 'on request' basis only. A request does not guarantee an e-bike, only a confirmed booking. Please ask your agent for more details at the time of booking.
4. Morocco gets very warm in summer (June, July, August) so our leader may opt to shorten or reroute activities to ensure travelers' health and safety is not compromised.
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