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, then 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 stars. This active journey strikes the perfect balance of exhilarating adventure and cultural discovery.
This is an ideal trip if you would like to climb the highest peak in North Africa and if you love a challenging week of trekking!
Lead and supervised by a qualified mountain guide from the region, the trip starts from Marrakesch and includes an acclimatization day in the Atlas Mountains after arrival. Stay in a local house and enjoy a local homemade dinner. Then we make our ascent of Toubkal, which is not technical but requires crampons and ice-axes to reach the top. Get the best views over the whole Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert. There is also an option to climb another lower peak, which you can decide on and discuss with your guide.
The trip includes accommodation in Marrakech on the first and last nights as well as a guided tour to discover the famous monuments, the souk of the red city and more. Please see the whats included sections and detailed itinerary for more information.
Discover the stunning Atlas Mountains in winter and trek to ‘the roof of North Africa’, Mount Toubkal. This adventure-filled trip will take you from the bustling cityscape of Marrakech, transport you into the out-of-this-world mountain regions and give you a taste of Amazigh culture. Experience the magic of this region in winter; expect snow-capped peaks, ice beneath your boots and the freshest mountain air. With a trusty pack of mules and expert crew, you’ll hike through the rugged mountains with spectacular scenery at every turn. Stay in mountain gites and enjoy traditional home-made meals to fuel your adventures.
Morocco is home to diverse landscapes, rich culture, delicious cuisine and layered history. On this nine-day Premium hiking adventure, you can hike and trek through the Atlas Mountains, travel through semidesert landscapes to the Atlantic coastline in Essaouira, and stay in comfortable, traditional riads and hotels along the way. From mountain views to the wide, open ocean, you’ll hike and trek to experience some of the best bits of this amazing country with an expert local leader by your side. You’ll also take a cooking class with a local host and enjoy some homecooked meals within the community, giving you a unique insight into the heart of this country from the eyes of those who live here.
From beginning to end, our 5-day journey was an incredible experience. The high point? The hot air balloon ride, camel ride, and quad riding were definitely highlights. An adventure seeker's dream comes true when they can ride a quad bike across desert dunes, swing softly on a camel's back, or fly above stunning vistas in a hot air balloon! A smooth and remarkable trip was guaranteed by the informed and kind guides. I heartily recommend this tour company to anyone who is itching for a real Moroccan experience!
We have booked them last summer and have a great trip from Marrakech to Merzouga desert. The guide was informative, friendly and so funny. The desert camp.was excellent and more than our expectations. I highly recommend them
Mount Toubkal is the highest mountain in North Africa. Can you make it to the top? The trek to the summit may be a challenge for some travellers, but it requires no mountaineering experience and the panoramic view from the summit makes all the efforts worthwhile.
This trek is an intensive two days: the first day hiking around five hours up to the refuge, and the second day to the summit (around four hours) and back to Imlil (another four hours).The ascent is non-technical and only moderately difficult, and we even provide a mule to help carry your luggage. The challenge lies in the few steep and slippery scree slopes, although our local guide will help you along the way.
It is will be a lifetime experience that you will never forget!
This is a full day tour to some of the most ancient landmarks of Egypt: The Giza Pyramids, The Valley Temple, Memphis City.
8:00 am - Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza to start your day tour of the Great Pyramids Of Giza - Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos. After these pyramids, we visit the Valley Temple - The place where the priests mummified the dead body of king Chephren, owner of the second pyramid at Giza Plateau.
It is also the place where you can have a close-up look at the Sphinx - the legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren.
Lunch is included in between visits at local restaurant for each person but beverages are not included.
Then we continue our day tour to Sakkara, located only 27 km southwest of Cairo. We will visit the Step Pyramid (Built for King Zoser) which is considered an important part in the process of the pyramid evolution, which were made from the simple mastaba to its widely known form.
Then continue your day tour to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, where the colossal statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx are located. Memphis dates back to 3100 BC.
At the end of the tour you will be transferred back to your Hotel.