Imperial Cities & Sahara Discovery Tour from Marrakech

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  Jorge3.7•October 2026
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  Overall, the plans were carried out as intended. The drivers operated the vehicles safely and carefully, without any...
  Overall, the plans were carried out as intended. The drivers operated the vehicles safely and carefully, without any issues. It has been a wonderful experience.Show more
  Traveled in August 2026
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  Joseph3.8•September 2026
  All destinations were excellent. Accommodations varied from luxurious to rustic- great! Guides were knowledgeable but...
  All destinations were excellent. Accommodations varied from luxurious to rustic- great! Guides were knowledgeable but a few funneled us into souvenir shops without asking participants. VERY annoying- walking aways while merchants followed us around . Our driver for the trip was courteous and friendly; however A/C only worked intermittently.Show more
  Traveled in September 2026
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  aida5.0•September 2026
  Excelente tour!!! It covers a lot of intresting places, old and new, amazing cities and nature. Well organized, good...
  Excelente tour!!! It covers a lot of intresting places, old and new, amazing cities and nature. Well organized, good local guides, and our driver Abdul was and is the best we could have. One word Gentleman!!!Show more
  Traveled in August 2026
  

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  Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the mix of historic and modern places, beautiful cities, and nature. We’re especially happy to hear your kind words about our local guides and, of course, Abdul. We completely agree — he truly is a gentleman and a fantastic driver! It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Morocco again in the future.

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  cynthia3.0•June 2026
  The driver (Adnan- probably spelled incorrectly) was the best guide on the trip. If there wasn’t another guide in the...
  The driver (Adnan- probably spelled incorrectly) was the best guide on the trip. If there wasn’t another guide in the van, he explained songs on the radio, taught me words/phrases to use, explained culture- schools, health care, what I could tell by how people were dressed, the different things growing that we passed- and a lot more. If I needed to fund something, he helped me do that. The guides at the individual places I/we went (not hired by your program) were amazing: the Hassan 11 mosque, Vollubillis ruins, Atlas studios, for example. My guide in Casablanca was horrible and if not for the mosque visit, that day would have been completely ruined. He took me to a market that was basically a flea market and just kept telling me about how everything there were knock-offs and not to buy them. There was nothing historical or cultural about it and it was a total waste of time. The places he did rush me through- in and out of van to get pictures- I don’t even know what they were. The one place (park I think( that had lots of pigeons and was really interesting), I would have liked to walk around, but he said we had no time. The other guides were good and did know their history. The guide the last day in Marrakech was very good and helped me find and see almost everything I wanted to see, but he seemed to get a little annoyed with me and one other person with us. Me- because I wanted to take longer looking at things and feed and pet the cats; the other gentleman because he was trying to take a lot of pictures. I would also have liked to have had A LOT more information about how things were going to be run, the set-ups, and what we should have been ready for. I did not know how long the car rides were going to be. If I had, I would have brought drinks or snacks with me each time. I also did not know when we left the van each day with a guide we would be out and about sometimes for 3-4 hours without places to buy water. By the 3rd day, I figured out I needed to buy bottles of water the night before to take with me, but you can only carry so many. I’d leave a big one in the van, but if we didn’t get back to that for 3 hours and there was nowhere to get any, that was bad. There was one time I got very dizzy and had to stop the tour and our guide had to go find me water. (This was before I realized how everything worked), because I honestly felt like I was going to faint- which I have never done in my life. And I’m from Florida; I’m used to extreme heat, used to being out in the sun for long periods, and being active. I am not used to having no access to fluids. There was never water in the vans provided for us, and no matter how much I put in, when I got back to our hotels I had to find markets and buys tons of drinks which I spent the evenings getting back in my system. Several places there were not drinks available for us to purchase- Vollubillis for one. Likewise, we would get breakfast in the mornings, which was usually very good, but then we might not eat again until 2 or 3 or even 4 in one case. Being informed of these possibilities would have allowed me to better prepare and made things much more enjoyable. It would also have been nice to have been provided with lists of words/phrases that would help us get by when we were in our own, especially since there are no Moroccan Arabic or Berber language translations on any application available for a phone. I tried using regular Arabic and no one understood that. At one point, I did find one person who understood some French. Most of the hotels were excellent, but I had one without even warm water, and another that had motion sensor lights that did not work, so when I had to go down to the front desk to get a towel (there were none in the room) I tripped on a step I could not see and wrenched my knee pretty badly. At another hotel, the sink didn’t drain and I had to go down and get help for that. At another the toilet didn’t flush. They did send plumbers up both times to fix the issues, but that was a tad frustrating. And you couldn’t get the front desk on the phone so had to get redressed (in my case) and go downstairs to report it then wait for them to get someone up to fix the issues.Show more
  Traveled in June 2026
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  Luna5.0•May 2026
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  All very nice , a complete discovery tour of Morocco
  Traveled in May 2026
  

  Reply from: Discover Morocco

  Thank you so much for your kind review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that it gave you a complete discovery of Morocco. It is always a pleasure for us to help our guests experience the beauty, culture, and diversity of this wonderful country. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in Morocco for another unforgettable journey!

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  Alex5.0•May 2026
  Very well organized and executed trip. Nice vehicle with very comfortable seats. Adnan was an excellent driver....
  Very well organized and executed trip. Nice vehicle with very comfortable seats. Adnan was an excellent driver. Comfortable accommodation with pools, restaurants and facilities even in Sahara desert. Sightseeing was exceptional with local tour operators and great locations. Very interesting architecture, markets and nice people around. Our tour group was friendly and helpful to each other. Well doneShow more
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  Traveled in April 2026
  

  Reply from: Discover Morocco

  Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the organization of the trip and that everything met your expectations throughout the journey. It is great to know that you were comfortable during the transportation and accommodations, including the experience in the Sahara Desert. We are especially happy to hear your kind words about Adnan — we will be sure to share your compliments with him. We are also pleased that you enjoyed the sightseeing, local guides, architecture, markets, and the warm hospitality of the people you met along the way. Having a friendly and supportive group truly makes the experience even more special. Thank you once again for choosing to travel with us and for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Morocco for another unforgettable adventure in the future!

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  Maria5.0•March 2026
  Awesome trip !!! Services were outstanding. Have lots of fun !! But the best asset you guys have is Abdul he was not...
  Awesome trip !!! Services were outstanding. Have lots of fun !! But the best asset you guys have is Abdul he was not only the driver he was so helpful and kind a gentleman all the wayShow more
  Traveled in February 2026
  

  Reply from: Discover Morocco

  Dear Maria, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great time and that the support you received made the experience even better. Looking forward to having you back for more memorable moments! Warm regards, Manager

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  Magda4.0•March 2026
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  This was a great 9-day tour and a great introduction to Morocco. We saw all of the major key attractions and...
  This was a great 9-day tour and a great introduction to Morocco. We saw all of the major key attractions and historical sites. The small group size (12 people max) allowed us to move at a reasonable pace while touring. The driver was kind, patient, and very well travelled on our route, stopping for rest breaks as needed. Our guides were very knowledgeable, the hotels were clean and hospitable. The local cuisine was freshly cooked and very tasty. I would highly recommend this tour.Show more
  Traveled in February 2026
  

  Reply from: Discover Morocco

  Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback. We are truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed the 9-day tour and that it was a great introduction to Morocco. It is fantastic to know that you appreciated the small group size, the organization of the itinerary, the professionalism of our driver and guides, as well as the quality of the hotels and local cuisine. Your kind words mean a lot to our entire team, and we will be sure to share your feedback with everyone involved in making your journey special. We sincerely appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in Morocco.

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  Candice5.0•March 2026
  Those two locations are the absolute soul of a Moroccan journey! Moving from the cinematic history of Ouarzazate to...
  Those two locations are the absolute soul of a Moroccan journey! Moving from the cinematic history of Ouarzazate to the silent majesty of the Merzouga I’ve traveled quite a bit, but the past 8 days exploring Morocco’s Imperial Cities and the deep south was on an entirely different level. While the history of the cities was captivating, the real magic began when we headed toward the desert. Ouarzazate felt like walking directly onto a movie set—there is a cinematic stillness there that is just hauntingly beautiful. But nothing could have prepared me for Merzouga. Watching the sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes and seeing the sand change colors was a spiritual experience I’ll carry with me forever. The undisputed highlight of the trip, however, was our guide Zouhir Without Zouhir , we would have just been 'tourists'; with Zouhir and the rest of the tour guides , we were guests. Hassan's storytelling in the ancient Kasbahs of Ouarzazate brought the walls to life, and his local insight in Merzouga made the desert feel like home rather than a foreign landscape. Zouhir and our driver Mohammed managed every logistical detail with a smile, ensuring we could just focus on the breathtaking views. If you are doing this tour, you have to go with Zouhir, guides - Hassan, Sila, and our guide in Marrakesh are a fountain of knowledge and the best travel companions you could ask for! ?? Many thanks to the tour company for an excellent tour. Why this works: * The Contrast: It highlights the "Cinematic" feel of Ouarzazate vs. the "Spiritual" feel of Merzouga. * The Guide's Value: It positions the guide as the person who bridged the gap between being a tourist and a guest. * Keywords: Using terms like Erg Chebbi, Kasbahs, and storytelling makes the review very helpful for others researching the same trip. Would you like me to add a specific detail about your night in the desert camp or perhaps the drive through the Atlas Mountains?Show more
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  Traveled in February 2026
  

  Reply from: Discover Morocco

  Dear Candice, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your journey through Morocco’s Imperial Cities and the deep south exceeded your expectations. The contrast between Ouarzazate’s cinematic charm and the spiritual serenity of Merzouga is truly magical. We’re so glad that Zouhir, Hassan, Sila, and the rest of the team helped make your experience feel like more than just a tour, but an immersive, unforgettable adventure. Your kind words about their guidance and storytelling mean the world to us! We’d love to welcome you back for another adventure anytime! There’s always more to explore in Morocco, and we can’t wait to show you even more of its beauty and magic. Until then, safe travels, and thank you for choosing us for your unforgettable journey!❤️ Warm regards, Manager

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  Anna-Lena5.0•March 2026
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  The tour was good. The program was certainly comparable to other tours, but our tour guide Zouhair and the driver...
  The tour was good. The program was certainly comparable to other tours, but our tour guide Zouhair and the driver Mohamed really made the tour even better.Show more
  Traveled in March 2026
  

  Reply from: Discover Morocco

  Dear Anna-Lena, Thank you for your feedback! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the tour, and we're glad Zouhair and Mohamed helped make it even better. We hope to welcome you again soon! Kind regards, Manager

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