Hot Air Balloon Ride in Marrakech
Marrakech · 4 to 5 hours (05:00 – 09:30)
Float over the palm groves and desert villages outside Marrakech at sunrise. A magical, unforgettable experience.
- 40 to 60 minute flight
- Berber breakfast
- Transfer included
Marrakech
Guided Tour of the Marrakech Medina
The red city from the inside
DurationHalf day (4 hours)
LocationMarrakech
FormatPrivate
AvailabilityAll year round
Overview
The Marrakech medina is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a maze of alleys, hidden squares and craftsmen’s workshops. With a licensed local guide you understand what you are seeing — and you do not waste time looking for the way.
Highlights
- Jemaa el-Fna square and its storytellers
- Koutoubia Mosque and its 77-metre minaret
- Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs
- Ben Youssef Madrasa
- Souks by trade: carpets, leather, copper and spices
- Stops for tea and photographs on the best rooftops
Programme
- 1
Meet at your riad or hotel
Your guide collects you from your accommodation and adapts the route to your interest: history, architecture, craft or photography.
- 2
Monuments of the medina
Visit the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs and the Ben Youssef Madrasa, with background on the dynasties that shaped the city.
- 3
Souks and craftsmen
Walk through the souks organised by trade, visiting dyeing, copper and woodworking workshops. No obligation to buy.
- 4
Jemaa el-Fna
Late afternoon in Morocco’s most famous square, as the musicians, juice sellers and food stalls arrive.
What's included
What's included
- Licensed official guide who speaks your language
- Route adapted to your pace and interests
- Pick-up and return to your hotel or riad
- 24/7 assistance from our team
What's not included
- Monument entrance fees (around 70 to 100 MAD each)
- Meals and drinks
- Personal shopping
- Tips
Good to know
- Wear comfortable shoes: the medina ground is uneven
- Covered shoulders and knees are advisable at religious sites
- The tour can run in the morning or the afternoon
- We can add lunch on a rooftop overlooking the Koutoubia
Gallery
Frequently asked questions
Does the guide speak English?
Yes. We work with licensed guides who speak English; we also have guides in Portuguese, Spanish, French and Italian.
Does the tour include monument entrance fees?
No. Entrance fees are paid on site, which lets you choose which monuments to visit as you go.
Will we be taken to shops to buy things?
Only if you want to. We visit craft workshops for their cultural interest, with no obligation to buy.
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Spend a magical evening in the Agafay desert with a camel ride at sunset, a traditional dinner and a live folk show.
- Camel ride
- Moroccan dinner
- Live music and dance show
Majorelle Garden and the Palaces of Marrakech
Marrakech · Half day (3 to 4 hours)
Visit some of the most iconic places in Marrakech: an oasis of colour, history and calm.
- Skip the queues
- Free time to explore
- Yves Saint Laurent Museum (optional)
Need help choosing?
Talk to our specialists and tailor your experience!