Top Marrakech Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

You don’t have to journey to the Sahara for a Moroccan desert experience—the Agafay Desert is a desert oasis located just outside of Marrakech. On this full-day tour, soak up the scenery as you travel through the High Atlas Mountains, stop to explore the local villages and visit a Berber souk, then mount up for a thrilling camel ride through the rocky desert of Agafay.

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.

Journey to Morocco’s Atlas Mountain area and spend the day exploring the Three Valleys with this private, full-day tour. Your guide plans out the whole day for you, including transportation and lunch, so that you can enjoy your explorations without worry. Go on a camel ride, and then stop for a cup of Moroccan tea and cake in Imlil Valley. Visit the home of a Berber family in Ait Souka to learn more about their everyday lifestyles, and end the day in Moulay Brahim near the Asni Valley.

Enjoy an adventure across the high Atlas Mountains to the Moroccan cities of  Ait Ben Haddou on this guided, full-day trip from Marrakech. Travel across the Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass 2,260 meters (7,410 feet) above sea level. See Berber villages and ever-changing landscapes en route to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO world heritage site. This small-group tour includes all the necessary entrance fees plus a Marrakech hotel pickup and drop-off.

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.

Forget car rental and immerse yourself fully in Morocco’s Atlas scenery and valleys on this full-day tour from Marrakech. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, see and learn more than you could independently in a day, with a guide to spotlight and explain the must-sees. Explore four valleys, visit Berber villages, hike to waterfalls, ride a camel, savor a wood-fire lunch (own expense), and more, all without having to plan or route-find.

Drive into the beautiful High Atlas Mountains on a day trip from Marrakech to Ouzoud Falls, the highest waterfalls in North Africa. Travel through a landscape of rolling foothills and olive groves, then enjoy free time to relax by the 330-foot (110-meter) waterfalls. Cross the river on a hand-powered barge, visit cafes at the edge of the water, or check out the Barbary apes that live in the lush river valley. With the convenience of pre-booked transport, this Ouzoud Falls trip is a great day-long escape from bustling Marrakech.

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.

Leave the Marrakech bustle behind on a full-day trip to the Ourika Valley and the mountain village of Setti Fatma, where you hike to a series of seven beautiful waterfalls. With all transport by climate-controlled minivan, this is a convenient way to get out of the city and explore the landscape and culture of the Atlas Mountains. Pickup and drop-off is available at centrally-located hotels in Marrakech.

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.

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.

Discover the Berber villages of the Atlas Mountains on a full-day trip from Marrakech that explores broad valleys and lush orchards with views of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa. Ride a camel through a broad gorge, pause for tea in Imlil Valley, then hike to the isolated village of Ait Souka to share a meal in a Berber family’s home. Throughout the day, take in the mountains’ beautiful scenery: terraced gardens that climb steep hillsides, tumbling waterfalls, and an alpine kasbah.

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.

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.

If you're short on time in Marrakesh but want to discover a bit more of Morocco, take this overnight tour into the Zagora Desert. You'll travel from the city through the Atlas Mountains, stopping to visit cultural and natural sites. Accommodation is included at a desert campsite.

Explore the heart of Marrakesh and its main sights on this half-day city tour. Admire the Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, and Bahia Palace; delve into the medina to see traditional souks, bakeries, and lodging houses; and uncover Marrakesh’s history and culture en route. Plus, savor the perfectly manicured Majorelle Gardens. Hotel pickup and drop-off, plus choice of morning or afternoon departure included.

Admire one of Morocco’s natural wonders on a day trip to the Ouzoud Falls from Marrakech. Travel into the Atlas Mountains and witness the stunning, 360-foot (110-meter) waterfalls as they plunge down rugged cliffs. Take photos from various viewpoints.

We stop to take a picture of Azrou, one of the oldest villages in the region. We stop at a women's argan oil cooperative that offers tea, fresh bread and a delicious tasting oil. We stop to experience a traditional weekly market (Tuesday and Saturday visits). Hiking starts at Imlil, lunch stop in the Berber village of Armed. We stop at the Naqab waterfall. Visit the Asni Valley with a magnificent view of the unique ski resort of the High Atlas Mountains.

For all those who haven’t got sufficient time in Morocco for a Sahara desert tour, all the way south then the Agafay desert is the best thing to do instead, the Agafay desert is not a Sand desert – but more sandstone and earthen plateau, traditional mud-built villages, dusty riverbeds are interspersed with spectacular sumptuous pasture and vegetation in springtime. There we can sample a tea with the locals. The combination of these three valleys brings you into secluded fertile valleys where daily life of the indigenous Berber inhabitants moves with time honoured traditions. Immerse yourself for a day and discover the real Morocco as you travel through this ancient landscape with its many hidden treasures and incredible vistas.

This guided tour into the Atlas Mountains offers access and insight into Berber culture that would be difficult to get on your own. Visit local Berber villages, take an optional camel ride, explore the local souks of Tahanaout, and break for a typical Berber lunch. There’s also time for a guided hike to a Berber village.

Marrakesh is surrounded by awe-inspiring natural sights, but heading to the Moroccan countryside takes serious planning. Skip the logistics with this hassle-free, in-depth adventure, which takes you through Saharan dunes, Berber villages, and stunning mountain landscapes. Get off the beaten track comfortably in an air-conditioned minivan, with all overnights and most meals included. Get an insider’s perspective on Southern Morocco, with a camelback ride and tasty tagine meals.

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.

The kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou is one of the most popular day trip destinations from Marrakech. This guided tour visits the UNESCO World Heritage Site with spectacular views of the Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert. Plus an optional camel ride through the desert, and lunch can easily be added to your experience.

Travel into Morocco’s dramatic Atlas Mountains on a full-day tour from Marrakech that explores the Rha Gorge, Toubkal National Park, and the Four Valleys. You’ll ride a camel through the mountains, visit Morocco’s highest-elevation village, and follow winding trails to a series of Berber villages, pausing in a local home for tea. With a mix of cultural immersion and hiking, this full-day tour is the perfect introduction to the fascinating Berber culture and the natural world of the Atlas Mountains.

Visit the seaside city of Essaouira on Morocco's Atlantic coast on this day trip from Marrakech. Essaouira has plenty to explore, from the medina and souks to the port and beach, and you'll have ample free time to enjoy the area. This full-day excursion provides an easy way to see more of Morocco for those with limited time by providing round-trip transport that lets you skip the stress of car hire

A desert excursion is a priority for many visitors to Marrakech, but with round-trips to Morocco’s Saharan ergs typically taking 2–4 days, they may not be practical for travelers with limited time. On this convenient day tour, avoid spending hours on the road and travel to the nearby Agafay Desert instead to explore its arid, rocky terrain. Venture off road in a four-wheel drive, stop at the man-made Lake Takerkoust, and enjoy a homemade lunch in a Berber house.

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.

Enjoy a true desert adventure complete with camels, Berber villages and UNESCO World Heritage sites, during this 2-day trip from Marrakech to Zagora. Get off the beaten path in Morocco for an exploration of its stark deserts, unique local culture and fascinating historical sites. Join a camel trek and spend the night in the Zagora Desert under the stars. You’ll also get a taste for Berber village life and discover ancient history at sites like Ouarzazate and Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou. A guide, some meals, accommodations, activities and round-trip hotel transport are also included.

Much of Marrakesh’s surrounding countryside is already well-trafficked with tourists, but stunning Ourika Valley is still pristine and untouched. Discover scenic locations on a relaxing day trip, without spending half your time in the car. Visit a traditional Berber house and learn about the lives of Morocco’s indigenous inhabitants and take a walk to the waterfalls of Setti Fatma.