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This 3-day desert tour will provide an incomparable Morocco New Year experience. Your Marrakech city excitement will end as you travel through desert beauty to celebrate enchanting New Year’s Eve events. Your winter travel journey leads you through the Atlas Mountains before visiting Ait Benhaddou Kasbah and admiring the amazing scenery of Todra Gorges. Experience the magnificent Sahara Desert while riding camels to witness the breathtaking Erg Chebbi dunes at the start of the New Year. Spend your night in one of the luxury camps set among the rolling dunes while enjoying your gala starlit dinner after camel riding to prime dunes.
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The Moroccan New Year tour commences through a destination from Marrakech to the dramatic Atlas Mountains. The stunning landscapes of southern Morocco unveil themselves while you move toward the southward direction. Visitors can explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou Kasbah as it stands as a national landmark which also served as a filming locale for Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia. We will explore the ancient fortified village and then proceed to Ouarzazate which earned its title as "The Hollywood of Africa" because it serves as the location for numerous movie productions. Prior to moving on to Dades Valley you will enjoy your lunch in Ouarzazate. The traditional Moroccan dinner leads into spending the night at the destination.
Meals: Dinner included
A delicious breakfast starts your day which leads you to an adventurous day of expedition. Our initial stop takes us to Todra Gorges which attracts climbers due to its mountains while being a natural wonder with magnificent cliffs. We progress through the captivating Middle Atlas region toward several enchanting fortified villages on our way. Residents in Erfoud seek their fortune from the sale of fossilized treasures and marble artwork. As your journey comes to its final destination you will arrive in the Merzouga Desert to experience the breathtaking Erg Chebbi dune formation bordering the Sahara region. A transportation through the desert on a camel leads travelers to their deluxe camping destination in the stunning dunes. At night you can share a starlit New Year’s Eve celebration featuring a special feast with the desert providing peaceful surroundings.
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included
Seeing the sunrise over Erg Chebbi dunes through the early hours will create an emotional moment as the desert sands shine with golden hue. After breakfast consumption at the desert camp our time in the dunes ends before proceeding with our trip. Cross the beautiful Draa Valley using either a camel ride or traveling in a 4x4 since the area features both lush palm groves and ancient kasbahs. Your journey leads you across Tizi Tinififft pass as you stop in Ouarzazate to enjoy lunch since it holds the title of Morocco's film capital. Your memorable New Year Morocco Tour will end with your nighttime arrival in Marrakech after crossing through the High Atlas Mountains.
What is the best time to go on the Morocco New Year Tour?
Visitors should select December through early January as the optimal timeframe for joining the Morocco New Year Tour. The desert season brings comfortable climatic conditions at this time which allow people to celebrate New Year events while enjoying cool winter evenings followed by warm daytime temperatures. Visitors experience pleasant weather conditions throughout the New Year Tour period in both the Atlas Mountains and desert areas.
Is the Morocco New Year Tour suitable for families?
A Morocco New Year Tour offers exciting safety conditions that make it suitable for families. All members of the family can appreciate the cultural sites and mountain scenery during their panoramic road trip across Morocco. Every household member finds enjoyment in both the camel desert expedition and the special holiday dinner celebration during New Year's Eve.
Do I need any special preparation for the Morocco New Year Tour?
A smooth visit requires light comfortable clothing and sturdy walking shoes together with warm clothing which you will need during cold desert evenings. Your day outdoors requires protection from sun exposure so you need sunscreen and both hat and sunglasses together with you. Travelers must carry a camera since it enables them to photograph the amazing sights they encounter.
What can I expect from the New Year’s Eve gala dinner during the Morocco New Year Tour?
Among the tour highlights stands the New Year’s Eve gala dinner which takes place in the Sahara Desert. The gala dinner takes place under the moonlit stars within the stunning desert surroundings. Salute Moroccan tradition by enjoying tagine and couscous with music and dancing performances during the festive gala dinner in the desert. The gala dinner event in the Sahara Desert creates an unforgettably beautiful celebration that becomes a perfect New Year's tradition.
How physically demanding is the Morocco New Year Tour?
The Morocco New Year Tour has a moderate intensity level for physical activities during the trip. Approximately one to two hours are required for the camel ride to the desert camp along paths with challenging sand dune conditions hence basic fitness level helps. The entire Black Tour focuses on relaxation while offering frequent stops for rest and sightseeing.
Are meals provided during the Morocco New Year Tour?
All food is included during the touring experience of the Morocco New Year Tour. Throughout the Morocco New Year Tour you will experience traditional dishes including tagine and couscous and freshly made bread. Each day's food service provides breakfasts as well as dinners according to the planned events and guests will enjoy a special gala dinner during New Year's Eve inside the desert camp. Additional meal requests for lunch during the tour can be organized by the participants.
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