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Spend four days hiking through the M’goun Valley visiting remote villages and explore Marrakech and the historic town of Ait Benhaddou

Join us on an extraordinary women-only journey through Morocco, exploring the less-visited corners of this fascinating country.

Your adventure will begin in Marrakech before showing you a side of Morocco that guidebooks rarely capture. You'll spend four days hiking through the breathtaking scenery of Morocco's M'Goun Valley, visiting villages where locals are ready to welcome you and show you their traditional culture.

You'll be led by the region's first female guide, who'll bring the region to life with her incomparable knowledge and experience.

As you go, you'll share meals with Amazigh families in their remote homes, witness the impact of a female-led artist co-op empowering rug-weavers in small villages, and enjoy captivating performances of Amazigh music and local songs.

You'll have plenty of opportunity to savour Morocco's delicious cuisine, with a couscous cooking lesson and a demonstration on how to make fresh khobz flatbread.

Another highlight will be visiting the historic town of Ait Benhaddou and its iconic mudbrick ksar, a UNESCO-protected monument. You'll soon see why this incredible site has been used as a backdrop in many famous films.

Your adventure ends with a final day in Marrakech, where you'll enjoy a memorable meal with a local woman at her home.

Zineb is a passionate and talented cook and will rustle up some traditional delicacies for you to tuck into as you enjoy a performance form The Houariyates, a female music band inspired by the tribes of I'Houara and Hammadas. Their joyful songs will be a fitting finale to a wonderful trip.

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Price includes

  • 5% discount, quote code 692490 when you call to claim*
  • Seven breakfasts, four lunches and six dinners
  • Transport in a private vehicle
  • Seven nights' accommodation - two in a hotel, two in a gite and three in a guesthouse
  • Four days' hiking with an expert female guide in the M'Goun Valley
  • Amazigh music and local songs in Bou Tharar
  • Couscous demonstration in Agouti
  • Rug-weaving workshop visit in Amejgag
  • Moroccan breakfast preparation in Amejgag
  • Folk tales and music in Issoumar
  • Farm visit in Bou Tharar
  • Amazigh dress and make up in Bou Tharar
  • Guided tour of the ksar in Ait Benhaddou
  • Home-cooked dinner with Houariyates performance in Marrakech

Availability

From
Sat, Sat, Nov 23, 2024
To
Sat, Sat, Nov 30, 2024
Duration
8 Days
Price per person
£995*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability and based on 23 November 2024 departure date. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement applies. Deposit required. Discount is included in price shown and is capacity controlled; quote 692490 to receive the discount. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd and Intrepid Travel Group UK Limited.

From
Sat, Sat, Apr 5, 2025
To
Sat, Sat, Apr 12, 2025
Duration
8 Days
Price per person
£995*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability and based on 29 March 2025 departure date. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Other departure dates are available, please call for more information. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Intrepid Travel Group UK Limited.

From
Sat, Sat, Sep 6, 2025
To
Sat, Sat, Sep 13, 2025
Duration
8 Days
Price per person
£995*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Other departure dates are available, please call for more information. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Intrepid Travel Group UK Limited.

From
Sat, Sat, Nov 8, 2025
To
Sat, Sat, Nov 15, 2025
Duration
8 Days
Price per person
£995*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Other departure dates are available, please call for more information. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Intrepid Travel Group UK Limited.

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Itinerary

  1. Day
    1
    Arrive in Marrakech
    Marrakech, Morocco

    Your Moroccan adventure begins today with a welcome meeting at your hotel. After the meeting you'll have the chance to join your leader and fellow travellers for a delicious first dinner.

    Once you've had your first taste of Moroccan food, head to Djemaa el-Fna, the lively town square in the centre of the Medina. Huge crowds gather here at night to see singers, drummers, dancers, fortune tellers and jugglers.

  2. Day
    2
    Bou Tharar
    Bou Tharar, Morocco

    This morning, after breakfast at your hotel, you'll board your private transport and settle in for the journey to the village of Bou Tharar.

    In the village, you'll be greeted by local women, and there will be some Amazigh music and local songs to enjoy as you tuck into a delicious, traditional meal.

    Your accommodation in Bou Tharar will be a beautiful, family-run terracotta gite with superb views of the surrounding hills.

  3. Day
    3
    Agouti
    Agouti, Morocco

    This morning, following a filling breakfast, you'll set off on a scenic hike from Bou Tharar village to Agouti Village. For the next four days of hiking, you'll be accompanied by one of the region's first local female guides.

    Your expert guide knows these parts like the back of her hand and will share incredible stories of the landscape and her own nomadic past.

    You'll be hiking west, passing through villages and meeting more locals along the way. In the afternoon, learn how to prepare traditional Moroccan couscous at a cooking demonstration, so you can take a taste of Morocco back home with you.

  4. Day
    4
    Amejgag
    Amejgag , Morocco

    Set off on a morning hike through Agouti Gorge, crossing through Almdoun Village to get to Amejgag.

    The gorge's dramatic red walls are an almost otherworldly sight. Marvel at the detail of the striped mineral deposits in the landscape as your tour guide tells you about the local area.

    At some point during today's hike, you will need to cross a river. Depending on the water levels, you may need to roll up your trousers and take your shoes off. Your experienced leader will make sure to find the best place to cross, but come prepared to get a little wet.

    After arriving in Amejgag Village, you'll attend a weaving workshop run by a local ladies' cooperative. Put your skills into practice and try the ancient art of weaving yourself under the watchful eye of some local experts. Afterwards, there will be a walk through the village to see some of the interesting architecture.

  5. Day
    5
    Issoumar
    Issoumar, Morocco

    Enjoy a traditional Moroccan breakfast this morning, with a comforting homemade soup, tea, coffee, and olive oil served with Moroccan bread. You can even get involved in preparing this flatbread, known as khobz, which is a hugely popular staple of Moroccan cuisine.

    After breakfast, set off on a trek through more of Morocco's spectacular landscapes. The route crosses small hills and leads to Timtda village, where you'll take a break and enjoy a picnic lunch.

    From Timtda, climb 200 metres up to the Tissardan pass, which offers fantastic views of the M'Goun Valley, before descending 300 metres to Issoumar village, where you'll spend the night.

    This afternoon, listen to traditional folk tales and play music with the local women inside the guesthouse. Singing is a big part of local music so expect to sing along with your host and perhaps try wearing traditional dress.

  6. Day
    6
    Bou Tharar
    Bou Tharar, Morocco

    Today's hike will follow the M'Goun River back to Bou Thrar. Along the way, you'll most likely see a few farmers going about their daily business.

    After lunch, visit a farm and learn some traditional farming skills that have been practised in this part of Morocco for centuries. You'll also have the chance to feed the animals, an important part of the lives of Moroccan farming families.

    After a long but rewarding day, take some time to rest before joining your fellow women in trying on some traditional henna and kohl makeup. After having your dress picked out and make-up done for you, head out to attend a special dinner party, imitating an Amazigh wedding.

  7. Day
    7
    Marrakech
    Marrakech, Morocco

    Today, on your return journey to Marrakech, you'll stop at Ait Benhaddou, a beautiful mudbrick ksar. This UNESCO-protected ksar is southern Moroccan architecture at its finest and has been used as a backdrop in famous films such as Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator.

    Once back in Marrakech, you'll leave the hustle and bustle of the medina and visit the home of Zineb, a local woman who'll be cooking your dinner tonight.

    Tuck into a beautiful traditional meal as you hear how Zineb's hard work and determination to provide for her children has led her to where she is today.

    To cap off your final night together, The Houariyates, a female music band that takes its inspiration from the original tribes of I'Houara and Hammadas, will perform for you. Their joyful songs praise and celebrate women, with themes of desire, sensuality and love.

  8. Day
    8
    Departure
    Marrakech, Morocco

    Your Moroccan adventure comes to an end this morning. If you would like to stay a little longer in Marrakech to explore independently, we are happy to advise on additional accommodation options.

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Availability

From
Sat, Sat, Nov 23, 2024
To
Sat, Sat, Nov 30, 2024
Duration
8 Days
Price per person
£995*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability and based on 23 November 2024 departure date. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement applies. Deposit required. Discount is included in price shown and is capacity controlled; quote 692490 to receive the discount. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd and Intrepid Travel Group UK Limited.

From
Sat, Sat, Apr 5, 2025
To
Sat, Sat, Apr 12, 2025
Duration
8 Days
Price per person
£995*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability and based on 29 March 2025 departure date. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Other departure dates are available, please call for more information. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Intrepid Travel Group UK Limited.

From
Sat, Sat, Sep 6, 2025
To
Sat, Sat, Sep 13, 2025
Duration
8 Days
Price per person
£995*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Other departure dates are available, please call for more information. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Intrepid Travel Group UK Limited.

From
Sat, Sat, Nov 8, 2025
To
Sat, Sat, Nov 15, 2025
Duration
8 Days
Price per person
£995*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Other departure dates are available, please call for more information. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Intrepid Travel Group UK Limited.

Call now to book 0808 258 8648
Quote ref: MOROCCO