Retour du sud-est marocain
by Fraspain
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour a tous et merci a ceux qui m'ont aide a preperer mon circuit.
A mon tour de livrer un résumé de mes impressions.
Vous êtes le bienvenu mon ami, lisez comme chez vous. Inch Allah!
Vol Paris-Ouerzazate par Transavia a 123 € A/R sans problème.
Avion moitie vide.
Location Logan 380 Dhs/jour chez Draa car. Nickel.
Circuit: Agdz-Tamnougalt-Zagora-M'Hamid-Tansikht-N'kob-Tazzarine
Alnif-Rissani-Merzouga-Arfoud-Errachidia-Tinejdad-Tinehir
Tamtattoucht-Tinehir-Boumalne Dades-M'semrir-Boumalne Dades-Skoura-OZZ
Incontournables:
Tamnougalt pour le site et l'accueil de Yacob,
Alnif: la boutique de fossiles et minéraux de Mohand Ihmadi, géologue, qui explique tout autour d'un the.
Le lever du soleil dans une mini oasis (4 palmiers) au milieu des dunes de l'erg Chebbi.
Les Gorges du Todra et Tamtattoucht (quel site!)
Les Gorges du Dades et M'semrir pour les paysages.
Le Musee des Oasis dans le Ksar El Khorbat a Tinejdad.
Ait-Benhaddou, Telouet, Col du Tzi-N-Tichka.
A voir:
Le Ksar de Oulad Atmane, ne se visite plus, le proprio
étant en travaux de transformation en maison d'hôtes qui promet d'être magnifique (dans 8 mois).
Le Ribat de Tin Zouline exemple unique dans la région, habite et presque en ruine.
La coopérative de potiers de Tamegroute,
Le grenier collectif de Irherm-n-Ougdal (encore en service)
J'en passe sans compter tout ce que j'ai le sentiment d'avoir manque.
Mais je vais revenir... Inch Allah!
A oublier:
M'Hamid si on va a Merzouga.
Le bivouac a l'oasis de Mezgarne dont le site internet est trompeur.
La source bleue de Meski (attrape couillons)
Le point de vue sur les dunes depuis Tingheras (Rissani) enfants tres desagreables et point de vue décevant.
Voila, en bref. A la disposition de tous ceux qui veulent en savoir plus.
Bonjour Sidiifni.
Le site web est magnifique: beaucoup d'informations, de très belles photos, des liens utiles, des propositions de randonnées qui font rever, collaboration avec des associations et coopératives...etc.
On s'attend a trouver un Bivouac en ligne avec tout ça. Erreur!
Il n'a d'oasis que le nom. Perdu au milieu de rien. Aucun charme, aucun effort de décoration, l'abri qui sert de salle a manger est équipé de meubles de jardin en plastique, quatre photos gondolées collées sur des bouts de carton, le tajine arrive tiède de Tazzarine, les tentes "berbères" sont montées avec tuyaux en acier, tubes en plastique et cordes en nylon multicolores, aucune référence aux associations, pas de boutique, pas de calendriers......
Certes ce n'est pas cher 200 Dhs 1/2 pension et petit déjeuner.(le prix n'est connu qu'au moment de partir) mais pour moi c'est le plus mauvais rapport qualité/prix du séjour.
Je n'oublie pas la gentillesse du gardien-jardinier, seule personne réellement présente.
Je pense être resté objectif et j'espère pour les suivants qu'il ne s'agit que d'un relâchement de fin de saison.
ne t'en fait pas elle a deja lu le message 😏
Je suis désolée mais jamais nous n'avons prétendu "tout" était disponible à l'Oasis et à partir de l'Oasis. Nous expliquons clairement qui nous sommes et ce que nous faisons, c'est à dire des circuits d'une part, et un camping d'autre part.
La description du camping parle de tentes berbères, de toilettes européennes et de douches chaudes, ainsi que d'un restaurant en dur. Y a t il quoi que ce soit qui soit mensonger dans cette description ?
Le prix n'est pas connu au moment de partir, il est clairement expliqué sur le site ça s'appelle "tarifs et conditions de paiement" et c'est accessible à partir de la page de garde du site. Si vous parlez de 200 dirhams par personne, vous avez donc payé la demi pension et une bouteille d'eau par personne.
En ce qui concerne les calendriers, la boutiques à laquelle vous faites allusion est très clairement en Europe. Là aussi je cite notre site "Nous voyageons beaucoup entre le Maroc et l’Europe, et à chaque voyage, nous emmenons au Maroc des dons pour notre association, l’Ayour de Mezgarne. Au retour, dans les valises un peu vidées, nous ramenons des produits marocains, que nous vous proposons ici. " Ici = en Europe.
Vous imaginez vous ce qui arriverait aux calendriers, aux tapis et aux broderies si ils étaient laissés en permanence dans un endroit où les tempêtes de sable soufflent pendant 5 mois par an ?
L'association a son propre site internet, et je ne crois pas que nous y mentionnions que le siège de l'association est au camping ? Il est à Tazzarine même, et le jour où vous y étiez, au moins deux membres du bureau étaient sur place.
Les tubes en métal et les cordes en plastique utilisées pour fixer les tentes sont exactement ceux que les nomades utilisent.
Quand aux sièges et aux tables en plastique, c'est exact que nous avons choisi cela plutôt que les habituels sièges bas qui obligent à manger plié en deux.
Quand j'ai vu passer votre post où vous indiquiez vouloir passer chez nous, sans nous avoir contacté, je vous ai envoyé un mail, pour vous en demander la confirmation, en vous expliquant que comme nous sommes tout petits (cela aussi est expliqué sur le site), nous préférons savoir à l'avance quand les gens viennent, pour pouvoir préparer les choses.
Sans réponse de votre part, j'ai conclu que vous aviez changé vos projets, et que vous ne passiez pas. Il n'y avait donc aucune nourriture de prête à l'Oasis, (à moins que vous ne souhaitiez partager le tajine du gardien ?) Vous auriez répondu à mon mail vos tentes auraient été prêtes, et votre nourriture aussi.
Vous avez notre mail sur le site, je me ferai un plaisir de vous rembourser votre séjour, puisque vous avez été si déçu. Mais je ne pense pas que notre site soit mensonger.
PS : les photos sont une initiative du chef chamelier, qui était très fier de pouvoir les montrer. Quand j'ai vu ça je lui ai demandé de les enlever, et nous allons insister. Mais vous sacrifier au pittoresque, elles ne sont pas gondolées :)
La description du camping parle de tentes berbères, de toilettes européennes et de douches chaudes, ainsi que d'un restaurant en dur. Y a t il quoi que ce soit qui soit mensonger dans cette description ?
Le prix n'est pas connu au moment de partir, il est clairement expliqué sur le site ça s'appelle "tarifs et conditions de paiement" et c'est accessible à partir de la page de garde du site. Si vous parlez de 200 dirhams par personne, vous avez donc payé la demi pension et une bouteille d'eau par personne.
En ce qui concerne les calendriers, la boutiques à laquelle vous faites allusion est très clairement en Europe. Là aussi je cite notre site "Nous voyageons beaucoup entre le Maroc et l’Europe, et à chaque voyage, nous emmenons au Maroc des dons pour notre association, l’Ayour de Mezgarne. Au retour, dans les valises un peu vidées, nous ramenons des produits marocains, que nous vous proposons ici. " Ici = en Europe.
Vous imaginez vous ce qui arriverait aux calendriers, aux tapis et aux broderies si ils étaient laissés en permanence dans un endroit où les tempêtes de sable soufflent pendant 5 mois par an ?
L'association a son propre site internet, et je ne crois pas que nous y mentionnions que le siège de l'association est au camping ? Il est à Tazzarine même, et le jour où vous y étiez, au moins deux membres du bureau étaient sur place.
Les tubes en métal et les cordes en plastique utilisées pour fixer les tentes sont exactement ceux que les nomades utilisent.
Quand aux sièges et aux tables en plastique, c'est exact que nous avons choisi cela plutôt que les habituels sièges bas qui obligent à manger plié en deux.
Quand j'ai vu passer votre post où vous indiquiez vouloir passer chez nous, sans nous avoir contacté, je vous ai envoyé un mail, pour vous en demander la confirmation, en vous expliquant que comme nous sommes tout petits (cela aussi est expliqué sur le site), nous préférons savoir à l'avance quand les gens viennent, pour pouvoir préparer les choses.
Sans réponse de votre part, j'ai conclu que vous aviez changé vos projets, et que vous ne passiez pas. Il n'y avait donc aucune nourriture de prête à l'Oasis, (à moins que vous ne souhaitiez partager le tajine du gardien ?) Vous auriez répondu à mon mail vos tentes auraient été prêtes, et votre nourriture aussi.
Vous avez notre mail sur le site, je me ferai un plaisir de vous rembourser votre séjour, puisque vous avez été si déçu. Mais je ne pense pas que notre site soit mensonger.
PS : les photos sont une initiative du chef chamelier, qui était très fier de pouvoir les montrer. Quand j'ai vu ça je lui ai demandé de les enlever, et nous allons insister. Mais vous sacrifier au pittoresque, elles ne sont pas gondolées :)
Des infos pour vivre et travailler au Maroc : http://o-maroc.com
En réponse à :
A oublier: Le bivouac a l'oasis de Mezgarne dont le site internet est trompeur....
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Bonjour ! Intéressant comme les points de vues divergent : je viens de passer 3 jours et 4 nuits à l'oasis de Mezgarne avec ma nièce et nous avons beaucoup aimé (62 ans/26 ans)! Nous avions même envie de prolonger !!! Enfin un endroit calme et convivial, sans sollicitations permanentes, on a le temps d'y méditer, de lire, de regarder les étoiles, de faire diverses excursions dans les environs à très bon prix si on en a envie, de discuter avec les propriétaires, Bilal et Marie-Aude, qui ne sont pas avares d'informations et connaissent parfaitement la région et son histoire, nous la font découvrir (Tazzarine vaut plus qu'un passage rapide... notamment la partie ancienne du village). Sans parler des repas variés et très agréables préparés par Hassan et Sahid, qui se sont donnés de la peine de nous servir autre chose que les tajins habituels !
Honnêtement, je ne sais pas ce que "fraspain" s'attendait à trouver, le site Internet n'a rien de grandiloquent et les douches chaudes sont effectivement chaudes !!
Nous n'avons d'ailleurs qu'une envie: c'est d'y retourner bien vite pour nous y ressourcer. Amitiés Marianne
Bonjour ! Intéressant comme les points de vues divergent : je viens de passer 3 jours et 4 nuits à l'oasis de Mezgarne avec ma nièce et nous avons beaucoup aimé (62 ans/26 ans)! Nous avions même envie de prolonger !!! Enfin un endroit calme et convivial, sans sollicitations permanentes, on a le temps d'y méditer, de lire, de regarder les étoiles, de faire diverses excursions dans les environs à très bon prix si on en a envie, de discuter avec les propriétaires, Bilal et Marie-Aude, qui ne sont pas avares d'informations et connaissent parfaitement la région et son histoire, nous la font découvrir (Tazzarine vaut plus qu'un passage rapide... notamment la partie ancienne du village). Sans parler des repas variés et très agréables préparés par Hassan et Sahid, qui se sont donnés de la peine de nous servir autre chose que les tajins habituels !
Honnêtement, je ne sais pas ce que "fraspain" s'attendait à trouver, le site Internet n'a rien de grandiloquent et les douches chaudes sont effectivement chaudes !!
Nous n'avons d'ailleurs qu'une envie: c'est d'y retourner bien vite pour nous y ressourcer. Amitiés Marianne
Bonjour,
Pour ma part j'ai passé d'excellentes soirées au Bivouac de Mezgarne, à refaire le monde sous les étoiles avec Bilal et Marie Aude. le mobilier en plastique, tellement banal au Maroc ne m'a pas gèné, et les matériaux des tentes ne m'ont pas empéché d'y passer d'excellentes nuits. la cuisine préparée sur place était excellente, nous n'avons pas vécu la meme expérience, dommage !
Je pense que cette adresse comme beaucoup d'autres n'est à conseiller qu'en présence des "hotes", il est très facile de leur faire confirmer!
Pour ma part j'ai passé d'excellentes soirées au Bivouac de Mezgarne, à refaire le monde sous les étoiles avec Bilal et Marie Aude. le mobilier en plastique, tellement banal au Maroc ne m'a pas gèné, et les matériaux des tentes ne m'ont pas empéché d'y passer d'excellentes nuits. la cuisine préparée sur place était excellente, nous n'avons pas vécu la meme expérience, dommage !
Je pense que cette adresse comme beaucoup d'autres n'est à conseiller qu'en présence des "hotes", il est très facile de leur faire confirmer!
Salut !
D'accord avec toi, une confirmation de réservation est plus que recommandée (comme dans tout camping, maison d'hôtes, etc.), et ceci parce que
1) Mezgarne n'est pas vraiment sur les "chemins battus", qu'il faut donc vouloir y aller;
2) il est impossible de maintenir en permanence le fonctionnement parfait d'une petite structure
pour d'éventuels voyageurs de passage (notamment en ce qui concerne les réserves de nourriture);
3) en prenant cette précaution élémentaire, on y est très très bien accueilli.
A+ et amitiés Marianne
A+ et amitiés Marianne
Salut
Tu as oublié de dire qu'à l'occasion on pouvait même boire un verre de rosé avec d'autres touristes de passage.
J'espère que vous allez bien.
didier
didier
didier
bonjour
Je suis d'accord avec les différents commentaire qui précèdent.
J'étais un soir avec "mariannehon" par hasard et je dois dire que j'ai passé une bonne soirée avec d'autres amis.
L'endroit il est vrai est au mileu de rien, mais le rapport qualité prix nous a paru plus que correcte, cela dépend peut être de ce que l'on recherche. Nous c'est la convivialité. Serveur, patron, amis tout le monde a été sympa.
C'est pas du 5 étoiles, le prix non plus. Je n'ai pas eu de surprise car j'avais réservé et le prix avait été fait 8 jours avant.
didier
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We’re planning to rent a vehicle and are pretty active—we’re not really into crowds (that’s why I’ve decided to skip Marrakech).
Here’s my proposed itinerary:
Trip Proposal Summary: From May 13 (morning arrival) to May 26 (morning departure) Arrival and departure: Essaouira Day 1 (May 13): Arrival in Essaouira – Settling in / Exploring / Rest Day 2 (May 14): Essaouira – Water activities Day 3 (May 15): Essaouira to Tafraoute (~5h30) – route via Agadir – arrival and first exploration; Question: Is a detour to Taroudant worth considering? Day 4 (May 16): Tafraoute – Hike in the granite rocks – wild bivouac Day 5 (May 17): Tafraoute – Aït Mansour gorges – oasis – night in a hostel Day 6 (May 18): Tafraoute → Foum Zguid (~5h) – transition route – simple overnight or bivouac Day 7 (May 19): Foum Zguid → Zagora (~3h) – Draa Valley – desert prep Day 8 (May 20): Zagora → M'Hamid El Ghizlane → Erg Chigaga – departure with 4x4 guide – entering the dunes – bivouac Day 9 (May 21): Erg Chigaga – full desert day – walking, exploring – bivouac Day 10 (May 22): Desert → Ouarzazate (~5–6h) – leaving the desert – rest Day 11 (May 23): Aït Benhaddou – early visit – short hike – overnight stay Day 12 (May 24): Aït Benhaddou → Telouet – route toward the Atlas – start of trek – bivouac Day 13 (May 25): Atlas → Essaouira (~5–6h) – end of trek – return to Essaouira (overnight) Day 14 (May 26): Essaouira – free time + return flight
What do you think?
I aimed for an excursion to the Chigaga desert from M’Hamid because it seems less touristy and allows for a more compact loop. Is that a good idea? Is the drive to M’Hamid maybe too tedious?
Open to your great tips if there’s room for optimization!
All ears! :)
Thanks in advance and have a great day!
Clément
I’m finalizing the loop I’d like to do in May over 13 days, starting and ending in Essaouira.
We’re planning to rent a vehicle and are pretty active—we’re not really into crowds (that’s why I’ve decided to skip Marrakech).
Here’s my proposed itinerary:
Trip Proposal Summary: From May 13 (morning arrival) to May 26 (morning departure) Arrival and departure: Essaouira Day 1 (May 13): Arrival in Essaouira – Settling in / Exploring / Rest Day 2 (May 14): Essaouira – Water activities Day 3 (May 15): Essaouira to Tafraoute (~5h30) – route via Agadir – arrival and first exploration; Question: Is a detour to Taroudant worth considering? Day 4 (May 16): Tafraoute – Hike in the granite rocks – wild bivouac Day 5 (May 17): Tafraoute – Aït Mansour gorges – oasis – night in a hostel Day 6 (May 18): Tafraoute → Foum Zguid (~5h) – transition route – simple overnight or bivouac Day 7 (May 19): Foum Zguid → Zagora (~3h) – Draa Valley – desert prep Day 8 (May 20): Zagora → M'Hamid El Ghizlane → Erg Chigaga – departure with 4x4 guide – entering the dunes – bivouac Day 9 (May 21): Erg Chigaga – full desert day – walking, exploring – bivouac Day 10 (May 22): Desert → Ouarzazate (~5–6h) – leaving the desert – rest Day 11 (May 23): Aït Benhaddou – early visit – short hike – overnight stay Day 12 (May 24): Aït Benhaddou → Telouet – route toward the Atlas – start of trek – bivouac Day 13 (May 25): Atlas → Essaouira (~5–6h) – end of trek – return to Essaouira (overnight) Day 14 (May 26): Essaouira – free time + return flight
What do you think?
I aimed for an excursion to the Chigaga desert from M’Hamid because it seems less touristy and allows for a more compact loop. Is that a good idea? Is the drive to M’Hamid maybe too tedious?
Open to your great tips if there’s room for optimization!
All ears! :)
Thanks in advance and have a great day!
Clément
A lot of people find it important to stick to their budget when traveling—not to skimp, but to visit as many places as possible since traveling is their hobby.
In this post, I want to share some tips for those coming to Morocco who want their trip to be budget-friendly.
1. Prebook everything: hotels or riads, car rentals, or tours. If you book these in advance, it’ll make your life easier. You won’t have to deal with hagglers or people trying to overcharge you for services that are available online for free. Use platforms like Booking, Expedia, carsrental.ma, Airbnb, and other booking services to get this done properly.
2. Exchange your money to Moroccan dirhams as soon as you land. 1 € is always a little over 10 dirhams, but many people get charged as if it were exactly 10 dirhams per euro.
3. When visiting an old site or the old medina, avoid talking to vendors and shop owners—they’re really good at getting your attention and making you overpay for things.
4. Ask your tour guide to buy things for you. Yes, they do get a commission, but you’ll probably pay way more if you buy something yourself that they can get cheaply.
5. Walk everywhere. You don’t need a taxi for every little trip. Pick a good location and walk—most Moroccan cities are safe during normal hours.
6. Buy your food, drinks, etc., from supermarkets at normal prices. They can’t overcharge you since they scan every product.
I think that’s it for now.
Take care
In this post, I want to share some tips for those coming to Morocco who want their trip to be budget-friendly.
1. Prebook everything: hotels or riads, car rentals, or tours. If you book these in advance, it’ll make your life easier. You won’t have to deal with hagglers or people trying to overcharge you for services that are available online for free. Use platforms like Booking, Expedia, carsrental.ma, Airbnb, and other booking services to get this done properly.
2. Exchange your money to Moroccan dirhams as soon as you land. 1 € is always a little over 10 dirhams, but many people get charged as if it were exactly 10 dirhams per euro.
3. When visiting an old site or the old medina, avoid talking to vendors and shop owners—they’re really good at getting your attention and making you overpay for things.
4. Ask your tour guide to buy things for you. Yes, they do get a commission, but you’ll probably pay way more if you buy something yourself that they can get cheaply.
5. Walk everywhere. You don’t need a taxi for every little trip. Pick a good location and walk—most Moroccan cities are safe during normal hours.
6. Buy your food, drinks, etc., from supermarkets at normal prices. They can’t overcharge you since they scan every product.
I think that’s it for now.
Take care
Hi everyone! 😊
We’re traveling as a family to Marrakech from April 19 to 24, and there’ll be 15 of us (all ages), staying in the Targa neighborhood (El Idrissi Street).
I’d love your advice on a few things! 🙏
🚗 Vehicle rental
We’re thinking of renting 3 cars. We’ve seen really low prices online, but often without insurance.
👉 Do you have any reliable contacts or personal experiences to share?
👉 Would you recommend getting specific “tourist” insurance?
🏛️ Visits – Bahia Palace & Saadian Tombs
We’d like to visit the Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs, but:
We can’t find single tickets online We only see guided tours with fixed times (like 9:30 AM / 4-hour tours)
👉 Do you know if it’s possible to book without a guide? 👉 Or do we have to buy tickets on-site? (We’re a little worried about crowds and lines, especially with older folks in the group.) 🍽️ Restaurants / meals We’ve spotted the Grand Bazaar Marrakech for a meal. 👉 Any thoughts? 👉 Could you recommend other restaurants in the same budget? (We’re a big group, so it needs to stay reasonable.) For lunch/snacks, we’ve seen:
Snack Toubkal Goûter Saveur
👉 If anyone’s been, I’d love your feedback! 😊 🛒 Practical info – Targa neighborhood We’ll be in Targa (El Idrissi Street). 👉 Are there shops nearby for quick groceries (breakfast, water, etc.)?
If you’ve got any great tips, contacts, or little tricks, I’d love to hear them! 😍 Thanks so much for your help! 💖
We can’t find single tickets online We only see guided tours with fixed times (like 9:30 AM / 4-hour tours)
👉 Do you know if it’s possible to book without a guide? 👉 Or do we have to buy tickets on-site? (We’re a little worried about crowds and lines, especially with older folks in the group.) 🍽️ Restaurants / meals We’ve spotted the Grand Bazaar Marrakech for a meal. 👉 Any thoughts? 👉 Could you recommend other restaurants in the same budget? (We’re a big group, so it needs to stay reasonable.) For lunch/snacks, we’ve seen:
Snack Toubkal Goûter Saveur
👉 If anyone’s been, I’d love your feedback! 😊 🛒 Practical info – Targa neighborhood We’ll be in Targa (El Idrissi Street). 👉 Are there shops nearby for quick groceries (breakfast, water, etc.)?
If you’ve got any great tips, contacts, or little tricks, I’d love to hear them! 😍 Thanks so much for your help! 💖
As-salamu alaykum!
We’re heading to Morocco as a family from April 22 to May 8. It’s a bit short to explore such a beautiful and vast country, but school and work commitments, you know how it is... My partner is a musician and absolutely loves Gnawa music. Unfortunately, we won’t have time to visit Essaouira, as we’re heading south toward the Valley of the Roses...
Do you know of any places around Marrakech, Ouarzazate, or Kelaat M’Gouna where we might have the chance to meet Gnawa musicians? We’ll also be staying a few days in Aït Benhaddou and Skoura during our trip toward the Dadès Valley. If you have any good spots to buy a guembri along the way, I’d love to hear about them too! :)
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Mathieu
We’re heading to Morocco as a family from April 22 to May 8. It’s a bit short to explore such a beautiful and vast country, but school and work commitments, you know how it is... My partner is a musician and absolutely loves Gnawa music. Unfortunately, we won’t have time to visit Essaouira, as we’re heading south toward the Valley of the Roses...
Do you know of any places around Marrakech, Ouarzazate, or Kelaat M’Gouna where we might have the chance to meet Gnawa musicians? We’ll also be staying a few days in Aït Benhaddou and Skoura during our trip toward the Dadès Valley. If you have any good spots to buy a guembri along the way, I’d love to hear about them too! :)
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Mathieu
Mid-May: arriving alone (so, a "petit taxi"?) at Marrakech airport around 4:30 PM,
is it advisable to take a taxi at the airport (cost?) or is it wiser to book one through the hotel before departure (which would cost me 20 €)?
I think I’ve seen lower fares elsewhere (12 €?).
Destination: Riad Sijane near Djemaa El Fna square. Thanks!
hi there
we’re heading to Hammamet in a few months
what would you recommend visiting for a week?
best regards
Hi there,
I’m planning my next trip outside Europe for next year, but unfortunately, I don’t have a choice with the dates—it’s late June to early July. Last year, I went to Japan for three weeks, and it was constantly 36-37°C with over 90% humidity. It wasn’t easy, but it wasn’t impossible either.
For Egypt, I know it’s a period to avoid if possible, but I’m thinking that by the sea, it might be manageable. Otherwise, I’ll consider another destination.
Day 1: Arrival in Hurghada in the evening Day 2, 3, 4: Hurghada Day 5: Hurghada, then drive to Luxor in the early afternoon Day 6: Luxor Day 7: Luxor, then drive back to Hurghada in the late afternoon Day 8, 9, 10, 11: Hurghada Day 12: Return flight
For the Hurghada trip, either rent a car or—easier—a private car/van. Is it worth adding an extra day in Luxor?
During the stay, we’re planning activities like camel rides, quad biking, jeep tours, snorkeling, and jet skiing.
Thanks for your replies
I’m planning my next trip outside Europe for next year, but unfortunately, I don’t have a choice with the dates—it’s late June to early July. Last year, I went to Japan for three weeks, and it was constantly 36-37°C with over 90% humidity. It wasn’t easy, but it wasn’t impossible either.
For Egypt, I know it’s a period to avoid if possible, but I’m thinking that by the sea, it might be manageable. Otherwise, I’ll consider another destination.
Day 1: Arrival in Hurghada in the evening Day 2, 3, 4: Hurghada Day 5: Hurghada, then drive to Luxor in the early afternoon Day 6: Luxor Day 7: Luxor, then drive back to Hurghada in the late afternoon Day 8, 9, 10, 11: Hurghada Day 12: Return flight
For the Hurghada trip, either rent a car or—easier—a private car/van. Is it worth adding an extra day in Luxor?
During the stay, we’re planning activities like camel rides, quad biking, jeep tours, snorkeling, and jet skiing.
Thanks for your replies
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip to Morocco in September-October in our Fiat camper van, which isn’t a 4x4 but has already handled quite a bit of rough travel. While reading up on southern Morocco, we’ve been drawn to the Aguinane oasis but I’m having trouble locating it on the map. Is it possible to get there without a 4x4?
Thanks for your help
Hi,
Does anyone know the address of a rose flower distillery in the Valley of Roses / Kelaa M'Gouna? A traditional distillery, not just the tourist shop.
Thanks a bunch!
Nicolas :-)
Does anyone know the address of a rose flower distillery in the Valley of Roses / Kelaa M'Gouna? A traditional distillery, not just the tourist shop.
Thanks a bunch!
Nicolas :-)
Hi there,
Can anyone tell me if it's possible to travel from the Dades Gorges (Msemrir) to the Todra Gorges (Tamtatouche) on a paved road? Thanks in advance for any answers.