Marrakesh, Sahara Desert & Atlas Mountain Luxury Tours
A sensory journey through Morocco’s imperial cities, desert landscapes, and mountain villages
LUXURY TRAVEL THROUGH MOROCCO
Discover the natural and cultural wonders of Morocco with this luxury tour through Marrakesh, the Sahara Desert and the Atlas Mountains. Begin your journey in Marrakesh, where you’ll experience centuries-old traditions through sensory experiences. Explore the city’s historic landmarks and labyrinthine souks, visit its contemporary gardens and museums, and indulge in unique culinary experiences from fine dining to street food in Jemaa el-Fna square. Your luxury Morocco tour continues in the Sahara Desert, the world’s largest hot desert where golden dunes stretch endlessly beneath vast, starlit skies. Here, enjoy an exclusive stay at a luxury desert camp, surrounded by complete silence and dramatic natural beauty, and embark on a bespoke itinerary of outdoor adventures. Journey to the luxurious Kasbah Tamadot, Richard Branson’s resort in the heart of the Atlas Mountains where lush valleys, traditional Berber villages, and panoramic peaks create a striking contrast to the desert landscapes. Spend your days discovering this serene region through immersive outdoor experiences like hiking and biking, enjoying meaningful cultural encounters, and indulging in luxurious spa treatments, before returning to Marrakesh to conclude your luxury Morocco tour.
A Taste of Blue Parallel's Insider Access
- Insider street food tour in Marrakesh
- Private cooking class in Marrakesh
- Insider shopping experience in Marrakesh
- Exclusive access to the private home (Villa Oasis) of the late Yves Saint Laurent
- Private helicopter transfers
- A luxury camp in the Sahara Desert
- Traditional music demonstration
- Exclusive, fully serviced dinners in your own private tent in the Sahara Desert
- Refreshments with a Berber family in the Atlas Mountains
The Discovery
- Marrakesh
- Sahara Desert
- Atlas Mountains
The Adventure
- Camel trekking
- Hiking
- Mountain biking
DURATION
9 days
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LUXURY SAHARA DESERT TOUR
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Note: This private tour to the Sahara Desert is an example, as all of our luxury journeys are custom-made.
Note: This private tour to the Sahara Desert is an example, as all of our luxury journeys are custom-made.
Marrakesh (4 nights)
Your luxury tour of Morocco begins with your arrival at Casablanca or Marrakesh airport, where you will receive VIP assistance before being greeted by your personal guide and taken to the Royal Mansour, an exquisite private riad retreat in the heart of Marrakesh. Begin your private Morocco tour with a visit to the famous Jemaa el-Fna square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a cup of Moroccan mint tea on a café terrace as the sun sets over the bustling square before immersing yourself in the lively local culture as you admire snake charmers, acrobats, story-tellers, magicians, joker monkeys, and peddlers of traditional medicine. Then, savor some of the country’s most exotic dishes as you embark on an insider market street food tour through smoky food stalls.
Explore more of Marrakesh’s highlights the next day and enjoy an authentic introduction to the “Red City” with your expert guide. Visit the city’s most celebrated sites, such as the Koutoubia Mosque, El Badhi Palace, the Saadian Tombs, and the elaborate 20th-century palace, Dar El Bacha.
Continue your luxury tour of Marrakesh with a glimpse at its modern side. Take a stroll through Majorelle Gardens, a 12-acre botanical oasis known for its vibrant cobalt-blue accents and exotic plant collection, designed in the 1920s and 1930s by expatriate French artist Jacques Majorelle, and browse the Berber Museum located within the garden. Then visit the nearby Yves Saint Laurent Museum, which features exhibits of the legendary designer’s creations and drawings. Afterward, return to your luxury hotel or enjoy exclusive access to high-quality rugs and other beautiful treasures with an insider shopping experience.
On your final full day in Marrakesh, wander through the labyrinth of souks in the old town with your private guide and learn about the diversity of Morocco’s traditional handmade crafts and music. Later, take part in a private Moroccan cooking class conducted by a traditional chef and dine on the fruits of your labor.
Sahara Desert (1 night)
In the morning, take a private transfer to the Marrakesh airport, followed by a private helicopter to your remote camp in the Sahara Desert. As you soar over the majestic High Atlas Mountain range, admire incredible views of the vast rocky desert dotted with oases. Arrive at your fully-staffed desert camp, where you will be surrounded by a sea of sand. Once you’ve settled into your camp, savor a private lunch set up specially for you inside your luxury tent. For sunset, explore the dunes of the Sahara with a private camel ride before indulging in a delicious three-course Berber meal as you sit by a campfire and enjoy a demonstration of traditional drum music. End your evening with a special stargazing session beneath the vast Saharan skies.
Atlas Mountains (3 nights)
Rise early to catch an unforgettable sunrise over the Sahara Desert before beginning your journey to Morocco’s Atlas Mountains. Following your private helicopter transfer to Marrakesh, you’ll take a private transfer through the Ourika Valley to Kasbah Tamadot, your luxury retreat. Begin your tour of the Atlas Mountains with an introductory hike, enjoying tea and refreshments in a traditional Berber house. In the evening, take in the stunning views while enjoying a delicious Moroccan meal.
Take advantage of your first full day in the Atlas Mountains with a hike through Toubkal National Park. Ascend the Atlas Mountains, pass through tranquil forests of cedar and juniper trees, wander through picturesque meadows populated by herds of grazing goats, and enjoy panoramic views of Imlil village from above. Stop for a traditional Moroccan lunch at a local Berber restaurant in the small village of Armed, before descending and returning to your luxury accommodation for a recommended hammam treatment at the property’s spa.
The next morning, enjoy an exhilarating downhill mountain biking excursion through the Ouirgane Valley and Toubkal National Park. Bike through isolated valleys and breathtaking red clay formations before arriving at the small Berber villages of Torort and Agouni. Here, you will have stunning views of the surrounding landscape while enjoying traditional tea in a local home of a villager. Return to the hotel to relax by the infinity pool or unwind in your luxury suite tent, complete with a private terrace overlooking remote mountain villages.
Marrakesh / International Departure
Your luxury tour of Morocco ends with a private transfer back to Marrakesh where you will receive VIP airport assistance for your international flight home.
| DESTINATIONS | TRAVEL TIME | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Marrakesh | Sahara Desert | 1 hr 45 min | |
| Sahara Desert | Atlas Mountains | 3 hr | |
| Atlas Mountains | Marrakesh | 1 hr 30 min | |
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PRICE REFERENCE
| Recommended stay | 8-11 days |
Note: Prices will vary based on the specifics of your itinerary and the number of passengers in your party.
What is included in your luxury Morocco tour:
- Luxury accommodations at:
- Royal Mansour (Marrakesh)
- Luxury Desert Camp (Sahara Desert)
- Kasbah Tamadot (Atlas Mountains)
- Internal helicopter transfers in Morocco
- Services of Blue Parallel hosts and private specialized crew and guides throughout the journey
- All special events, private guided tours, private excursions, private outdoor activities, entrance fees
- A Blue Parallel team composed of a personal travel expert, private hosts in each destination, and a “behind the scenes” logistical expert who monitors every step of your luxury Morocco tour. The team is on call 24-hours a day during a trip
- All internal transportation
- Some meals
- A Blue Parallel customized travel kit that you will receive prior to departure
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