Top Marrakech Cultural Tours

Escape the busy streets of Marrakech’s Medina for the stark beauty of the desert during this 3-day excursion to Mezrouga and Erg Chebbi. Cross through the Atlas Mountains via the stunning Tizi-n-Tichka pass, explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Aït Benhaddou kashbah and visit the desert oasis at Skoura. Then discover the Todra Gorge and the sacred city of Rissani before spending the night amidst the stark beauty of the Sahara Desert. This 3-day, 2-night excursion also includes a driver (who also serves as guide), 2 nights of accommodation (one at a desert camp), camel trek, meals as per the itinerary, round-trip air-conditioned transport from your hotel.

The 3 days desert tour from marrakech to merzouga dunes & camel trek, including the visit of the Kasbah Ben Haddou and in Ouarzazate, visiting the Rose vally and Dades vally and Toudra oasis and toudra gorge, a night in a desert camp under a Berber tent HIGHLIGHTS TOUR:  Cross the High Atlas Mountains with its pass of Tizi Ntichka  Visit the legendary world heritage site of Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou  Visit Todra gorges and Tinghir oasis  Ride a camel in Erg Chebbi to watch the color changing sunset & sunrise  Spend the night at a Berbr desert camp

Mark a voyage to the Sahara Desert off your bucket list with this 3-day tour from Marrakech. Stop by the kasbah of Aït Benhaddou, the city of Ouarzazate, and Atlas Studios, one of the largest movie studios in Africa. Along your way, experience life like locals do as you sip on traditional mint tea, hop on the back of a camel to trek across Erb Chebbi, and spend the night in a nomadic bivouac camp. Two nights of accommodations, as well as all transport and some meals are included with this tour.

This is our most popular day excursion. Leave the city in the morning and get back by the early evening, enjoying a day of physical beauty and cultural connection. You will visit the most amazing and beautiful places: Desert Agafay, Atlas Mountains, Atlas waterfalls, Imlil Valley, Asni Valley, Amizmiz Valley, walk and visit around 7 Berber Villages, have tea with a berber family and learen about they life, walk up to the waterfalls and see a wonderful views. On this tour you have a chance to ride a camels and a visit to Argan women's cooperative. The tour start at 9:00 AM, when we meet you at your Accomodation in Marrakech or if you are satying in Medina we can meet you at Restourant Cafe de France in Jema El fna square. The Tour ended back in Marrakech around 17:00 PM The tour cost included: Transport, Guide, Camel ride, Tea with berber familly. The only things not included is 6 Euro for lunch and this is optional

Spend a day in the seaside community of Essaouira on a full-day trip from Marrakech, and discover an atmospheric medina, colorful bazaars, and a center that bustles with open-air cafes and seafood restaurants. Pre-booking a ride to Essaouira is a hassle-free way of making the trip, with all transport by climate-controlled minivan, plus a short guided tour of the area before exploring independently. This trip includes pickup and drop-off at centrally-located hotels in Marrakech.

Explore Africa’s majestic Atlas Mountains on this guided, full-day hiking and riding tour from Marrakesh. On this small-group tour, visit varied landscapes and valleys with spectacular views. Travel through traditional Berber villages, learning about their customs and culture and soak up the atmosphere from one valley to the next. Lunch plus a Marrakesh hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Experience four of the Atlas Mountains’ beautiful valleys and traditional Berber life on this full-day trip from Marrakech. Traveling into the mountains by 4x4 or minivan, discover the Ourika Valley with its waterfalls, the villages of the Oukaimeden Valley, and the orchards of the Asni Valley. Drive along the scenic mountain roads and enjoy lunch at a restaurant, or, if you wish, in a Berber family home. Upgrade to also visit Takerkoust Lake and the high Kik Plateau. Numbers are limited to seven for a more personalized experience.

Marrakech and Fes are the major cities everyone visiting Morocco can’t miss. Combining the Sahara desert with Fes and Marrakech will make your Morocco desert tour as rich as it can be. For that reason, and with increasing inquiries, we decided to suggest a Marrakech to Fes desert trip for you to take advantage of and combine the Sahara desert with the two amazing cities of Marrakech and Fes. Tour highlights – Cross the High Atlas Mountains driving past one Berber village after another – Visit Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou considered a world heritage site by the UNESCO – Visit Ouarzazate and its Kasbah Ait Ben-Haddou – Drive along the Valley of the roses & the road of 1001 Kasbahs – Walk in Todra oasis to Todra Gorges & visit a Berber village – Ride a camel in Erg Chebbi – Spend the night under the stars at your Sahara desert camp – Drive along Ziz Valley and cross the Middle Atlas Mountains with its cedar forests to Fes

Explore the attractions of Marrakesh on a private tour with a driver only, or upgrade to include a guide, if you prefer. You'll visit Koutoubia Mosque and Minaret, and see other landmarks that symbolize the history and culture of the city, from past to present, such as Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, botanical gardens, and Jemaa el-Fnaa.

Experience a Moroccan spice market and the height of the hubbub at Marrakech’s central square, Djemaa El Fna, on a 3.5-hour food tour. With a food-loving guide, learn about Morocco’s exotic spices and flavors; watch buyers and sellers haggle at a meat market; and sample culinary specialities such as fluffy Berber pancakes and ghoulal, a soup made with snails. Finish with an authentic Moroccan dinner surrounded by the dizzying colors, sounds and sights of Djemaa El Fna. Numbers are limited to 12 for a more personalized experience.

Discover the best of Marrakech with a private driver, from Moorish palaces to royal tombs and the winding paths of Jardin Majorelle. Traveling in the comfort of a climate-controlled minivan, find some of the city’s most beautiful places and learn about local history and culture. Choose between a guided trip that includes a walking tour of the old city and a driver-only excursion, with both morning and afternoon departures available.

Visit the historic port city of Essaouira on a full-day trip from Marrakech, and spend the day exploring traditional agriculture, architecture, and Morocco’s laid-back, seaside culture. See how argan oil is extracted, and visit Essaouira’s Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This full-day Essaouira tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Marrakech, a guided walking tour of Essaouira, and free time to explore on your own.

The 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga dunes & camel trek, Visiting the gorges of Dades and Toudra, a night in a desert camp under stars in a Berber tent, HIGHLIGHTS TOUR: Cross the High Atlas Mountains with its pass of Tizi Ntichka Visit the legendary world heritage site of Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou Visit Todra Gorges and Tinghir Oasis Camel ride in Erg Chebbi to watch the colour changing sunset Spend the night at Berber desert camp

Leave the city behind, and discover some of Morocco’s most wild and beautiful scenery, on this full-day, multi-part tour. Following pickup from your Marrakech hotel, drive past Berber villages and through eucalyptus forests. You’ll first discover the Agafay Desert, and will stop for mint tea next to Lalla Takarkoust Lake. Next, pause for a camel ride before heading into the High Atlas Mountains. You’ll enjoy a 3-course, locally cooked lunch before discovering the rugged scenery and charming villages in Toubkal National Park. Finally, return to Marrakech.

Float above Morocco’s countryside and enjoy aerial views of the Atlas Mountains on this sunrise hot air balloon flight from Marrakech. Ride a 4x4 to the launch location, watch the balloons being inflated, and ascend into the skies with a pilot at the controls. Gaze at Marrakech, the Atlas peaks, and villages before touchdown and a Berber breakfast. Flight certificate and round-trip hotel transfers, with the opportunity to upgrade to a private flight (additional cost).

A guide is essential when it comes to navigating the narrow streets of Marrakech’s historic medina (old town), not least because they can fend off the hustlers and carpet touts. Soak up all the magic of Marrakech by night on a private walking tour with just you and your guide. Exploring from the Djemaa el Fna, enjoy musicians, snake charmers, and dancers, sip tea or coffee, and savor traditional snacks.

On this tour of Marrakech, visit Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian Tombs, and Bahia Palace in the morning or afternoon, leaving you with time to relax or explore on your own. With a guide to lead the way around the souks, you have assistance exploring overflowing stalls and workshops less frequented by tourists. Finish up at Jemaa el-Fna square and marvel at the storytellers, musicians, snake charmers, acrobats, jugglers, and other performers. Upgrade for a private tour.

Spend a day discovering the highlights of Essaouira without the constraints of a set itinerary. After a morning pickup, you’ll travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle, with interesting stop-offs on the way that you might not discover alone. Once in Essaouira, you’ll have free time to get lunch and explore local sights, before a convenient return trip.

The Agafay Desert is a rocky desert oasis located just south of Marrakech. On this tour, experience the thrill of a desert safari without undergoing the overnight trek to the Sahara. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains and the Toubkal National Park, visit traditional Berber villages, and enjoy a camel ride through the Agafay Desert including a tea break by the Lalla Takarkoust lake.

The rugged Atlas Mountains and the golden sands of the Sahara Desert lie several hours south of Marrakech. This overnight tour lets you explore further than a day trip—stop along the way to visit Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, and the Atlas Film Studios, enjoy sunrise and sunset camel treks through the desert, and spend the night at a traditional Berber camp, with dinner included.

We have created this as the most comprehensive tour in Marrakech, for travelers who want to get the most of what the Red City has to offer. Dive into the rich history of Morocco's most exciting & mysterious imperial city, and immerse yourself into its souks, where merchants have been selling their goods for 1000+ years! Journey through the monumental landmarks of Marrakech, from the picturesque Jardin Majorelle to the exquisite Bahia Palace and the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), you'll learn a great deal of stories, deepen your knowledge of Moroccan history & cultural traditions, discover exotic smells and sights & get all the answers and insights you need from your favorite local guide! Convenient pick-up and drop-off will be offered & a private chauffeur will be at your disposal during the whole experience. Note: One Life Trips only works with genuinely passionate tour guides & meticulously selected local partners to deliver the most delightful and unique travel experiences.

Discover the Marrakech medina with a private guide on a tour that’s designed to combine city highlights with lesser-known spots that many visitors miss. Destinations include the Ben Youssef Madrasa, historic ramparts, city gates, the Bahia Palace, and Le Jardin Secret, but you’ll also drop by a family-owned bakery to try authentic Moroccan tea with fresh-baked bread.

Immerse yourself in Berber culture with this full-day tour from Marrakech, which will take you and your party out into the Atlas Mountains. You'll learn about argan oil at a local cooperative, hike through Berber hamlets, dine on a traditional three-course lunch, and go on a half-hour camel ride.

This tour takes you away from Marrakech’s most famous monuments and helps you discover the hidden treasures of the city. Exploring the city on foot means you can get to places inaccessible by car. See hidden sights of the Medina, including traditional ovens, bakeries, inns, a mausoleum, and much more. It’s a great way to hear about the local perspective of the city, and its ancient roots.