Immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Moroccan desert following your professional exchange. The cultural extension will allow you to experience village life in rural Morocco, feel the sands of the Erg Chebbi Desert between your toes, and barter with the locals for exotic handicrafts.
You will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. Immortalized in films such as “Lawrence of Arabia”, “Babel” or “Indiana Jones this fortress untouched by times stands like a rough diamond emerging from the surrounding rock face. While in the Kasbah, you will delight in the scents of spice and the local village cuisine. Explore the Moroccan desert during a sunset camel trek from Merzouga. On this private tour, you will ride a camel to the dunes of Erg Chebbi and hike to the top of the highest dune for panoramic views across the desert.
Cost
Cultural Extension Program Cost: $2025 for 3 night/4 days
Single Supplement (price for a single room): $350
Cultural Extension Enrollment form
Travel route
Day 1: Marrakesh to Ait Ben Haddou and then on to Zagora – overnight at Dar Hnini
Dar Hnini is a charming guest house in the province of Zagora, in the Souss Massa Draa region of Southern Morocco. The property boasts a beautiful blend of green natural surroundings and elegant Moroccan architecture, providing guests with modern comfort and amenities in a desert oasis.
Day 2: Zagora to Merzouga– overnight at a Desert Luxury Camp.
Situated in the quiet and idyllic dunes of Erg Chebbi, living in a luxury desert camp will transport you to the land of Lawrence of Arabia.
Day 3: Merzouga to Ourzazate- Overnight at Riad Caravane, Ait Ben Addhou.
At the center of the small mud-house village, of Ait Boulmane, along the old caravan route, is the Riad Caravane. With views of the UNESCO World Heritage site, Ben Haddou Ksar, (fortified village) is a uniquely Moroccan Chambre d’hôtel,
Day 4: Ourzazate – Marrakesh
Evening departure for the United States suggested.
Meals Included Daily: Breakfast and Dinner (except on departure day, breakfast only)