Découvrir le Maroc en vingt jours?
by Davidsunday
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
bonjours a tous
j'arrive à tanger avec mon amie, j'ai 20 jours pour découvrir le maroc hors des sentiers battus, budget 10 euros/jour .
je désire voir éssaouira, le désert .
merci de me donner des conseils d'itinéraires
je crois bien DAVID que tu dois changer de planete, que penses tu faire au MAROC avec tes 10 euros, et pour deux je suppose.comment penses tu te loger? comment penses tu voyager jusqu'au desert ( tu pourras meme pas prendre les bus) remarque tu as le "stop" et pour te nourrir, tu penses faire quoi?il me semble que tu dois beaucoup lire sur ce forum, afin de te documenter, ne jamais decourager les "bonnes volontes" seulement il faut rester dans la réalité et bon courage.Moi j'espere que d'autres, moins pessimistes te donneront de meilleurs conseils INCH'ALLAH
et bien a coeur vaillant rien d'impossible, je suis sur que je ne suis pas le premier ni le dernier surréaliste de cette planéte, pour dormir 2 pinces a linge et 1 fil, manger des sardines a l'huile et pour me déplacer une carte du pays me suffira bien, je pense tout et rien faire au maroc, 50 kms par jour cela devrait suffir pour faire le tour et rencontrer de belles personnes et voir des monuments de l'histoire de ce pays.
je pense commencer par longer la cote
tanger larache 40kms
larache Rabat
Rabat Casablanca
Casablanca Marrakech
marrakech essaouira
essaouira agadir
agadir ouarzazat
ouarzazat er rachidia
pour l'instant je m'arrete là
vous croyez vraiment cela pessimiste ?
merci en tout cas pour votre réponse .
be good
tout ca en 3 semaines et en marchant?
oui c'est utopique je dirais meme irrealisable.
tu vas pouvoir faire 50km de marche chaque jour? Regarde sur ta carte la distance, juste le trajet de tanger à essaouira. 😉
oui c'est utopique je dirais meme irrealisable.
tu vas pouvoir faire 50km de marche chaque jour? Regarde sur ta carte la distance, juste le trajet de tanger à essaouira. 😉
marcher faire du stop ... 50kms /jour=1heure de voiture ou 1heure de mobylette
le stop ca marche pas trop fort labas sauf si tu participes au frais d'essence.
et dans le sud c'est plus difficile encore.
50km= 1h de voiture (la tienne) = 10 heures de marches = 2h mobylette 😏
50km= 1h de voiture (la tienne) = 10 heures de marches = 2h mobylette 😏
C'est pas de planète qu'il faut changer mais d'univers...............
Sinon qui ne tente rien n'a rien.
Pour le stop au Maroc ................. bof..............
Sinon qui ne tente rien n'a rien.
Pour le stop au Maroc ................. bof..............
Carpe Diem
laissons le découvrir !
Et s'il a terminé de consommer son budget en 8 ou 10 jours, ca lui fera une nouvelle expérience.
Le stop est peu pratiqué au Maroc, pas du tout dans les moeurs, sinon comme transport payant, au pris du taxi collectif (3 euros 100 km)
Le touriste "clochard" est très mal vu par la population et les autorités, on dort sur une plage ou dans un bosquet une fois 2 peut etre, mais il y aura toujours quelqu'un pour questionner ou alerter les autorités.
Et s'il a terminé de consommer son budget en 8 ou 10 jours, ca lui fera une nouvelle expérience.
Le stop est peu pratiqué au Maroc, pas du tout dans les moeurs, sinon comme transport payant, au pris du taxi collectif (3 euros 100 km)
Le touriste "clochard" est très mal vu par la population et les autorités, on dort sur une plage ou dans un bosquet une fois 2 peut etre, mais il y aura toujours quelqu'un pour questionner ou alerter les autorités.
bonjour
je connais bien le maroc et tout es possible las bas du cher et du pas cher ( voir guide du routard )
c est un peu difficile parfois pour les tourisme quand on connais pas mais de tanger tu peux prendre le train ou le car pas cher le train il va de tanger a marrackech pas plus de 150 dh ( 15 euro ) il passe sur fez meknes rabat casa et marackech apres si tu veut descendre sur essaouira par le car je crois 50 dh de la gare routiere babdoukalha marrackech las tu as tout les cars qui deserve le maroc ( a negocier ) car rien d afficher au niveau tarif donc plus cher pour les tourisme
le stop moi j ai pratiquer franchement aucun probleme ( mais je suis une fille )
les repas tu trouves un peu partout sur la route et dans les chops des grillades pas cher
le plus gros budjet c est evidement le logement, chez l habitant tu peux trouver si non les hotels 200 dh la chambre la moins cher mais peu etre on peu trouver dans les medina mais a voir le confort .
si non si tu va sur essaouira j ai trouver des chambres a 100 dh dans la medina des repas a 20 dh
je te propose aussi d aller faire un tour vers immsouane a 90 km d essaourira prendre le car et petit taxi las bas tu trouveras des surfeurs qui propose des logements sur la plage a 50 dh la nuit c est un petit paradis ! une tagine pour 30 dh
voila moi j y serais en mai !
bye et bon voyage
sylvie
je connais bien le maroc et tout es possible las bas du cher et du pas cher ( voir guide du routard )
c est un peu difficile parfois pour les tourisme quand on connais pas mais de tanger tu peux prendre le train ou le car pas cher le train il va de tanger a marrackech pas plus de 150 dh ( 15 euro ) il passe sur fez meknes rabat casa et marackech apres si tu veut descendre sur essaouira par le car je crois 50 dh de la gare routiere babdoukalha marrackech las tu as tout les cars qui deserve le maroc ( a negocier ) car rien d afficher au niveau tarif donc plus cher pour les tourisme
le stop moi j ai pratiquer franchement aucun probleme ( mais je suis une fille )
les repas tu trouves un peu partout sur la route et dans les chops des grillades pas cher
le plus gros budjet c est evidement le logement, chez l habitant tu peux trouver si non les hotels 200 dh la chambre la moins cher mais peu etre on peu trouver dans les medina mais a voir le confort .
si non si tu va sur essaouira j ai trouver des chambres a 100 dh dans la medina des repas a 20 dh
je te propose aussi d aller faire un tour vers immsouane a 90 km d essaourira prendre le car et petit taxi las bas tu trouveras des surfeurs qui propose des logements sur la plage a 50 dh la nuit c est un petit paradis ! une tagine pour 30 dh
voila moi j y serais en mai !
bye et bon voyage
sylvie
je crois que tu as oublié que son budget etait de 100dh/jour pour tout! 😛
je compte pas le logement ! ni transport
Donc tu ne comptes pas l'essentiel :) facile effectivement dans ce cas ;)
10 euros par jour, c'est effectivement totalement irréaliste.
En plus, maintenant, les prix sont élevés, on est en pleine saison. Et ensuite arrivent les marocains de l'étranger, en vacances...
On "peut" se faire héberger par les marocains, mais en échange de quelque chose, il serait indécent de jouer les pique-assiette dans les familles pauvres, les familles aisées n'ouvriront jamais leur porte à un routard. Mais pour cela il faut déjà bien connaître le pays, et ça ne marche pas à tous les coups.
Sous le soleil marocain, on doit pouvoir arriver à faire 20kms de marche par jour... En buvant bien,
Dans le budget eau, il faut déjà compter 0, 7 euros par bouteille. Donc marche sous le soleil -> quasiment 3 euros par jour (bon on peut aussi boire l'eau de source ou du robinet, mais à moins d'être acclimatisé, on risque fortement la tourista....) On va rajouter la bouffe, le minimum des minima : du pain, c'est ce qui coute le moins cher, le prix est fixe, c'est 1 dirham par petit pain, il faut en compter au moins 4 pour se caler l'estomac, si on ne mange rien d'autre, deux repas, 1, 6 euros. Et on va rajouter un repas dans un petit restau pas cher tous les trois jours, pour arriver quand même à tenir sur la durée.. 30 dirhams par personne, soit un budget de 2 euros par jour. Il reste donc par jour 3, 4 euros par jour pour dormir et avoir accès à des douches pour se laver (les marocains ne supportent pas la saleté et les odeurs corporelles, il faut donc être nickel sur soi si on veut avoir une chance de tenir, de pouvoir se faire inviter de temps en temps, et ne pas se faire rammasser par les flics au premier contrôle.
Sachant que dans le sud, moins cher que le nord, les chambres les moins chères, genre lit dans une salle commune avec accès aux douches, sont environ à 5 euros par personne, le côté irréaliste de ces 20 jours à 20 euros par jour est évident...
Le camping sauvage est effectivement très peu toléré au Maroc, sauf quand il s'agit de garer bien à l'abri, à un endroit autorisé par l'habitant, un 4*4 ou un Homemobil. Mais dormir à la belle étoile, c'est réservé aux marocains... qui ne le font jamais.
Donc tu ne comptes pas l'essentiel :) facile effectivement dans ce cas ;)
10 euros par jour, c'est effectivement totalement irréaliste.
En plus, maintenant, les prix sont élevés, on est en pleine saison. Et ensuite arrivent les marocains de l'étranger, en vacances...
On "peut" se faire héberger par les marocains, mais en échange de quelque chose, il serait indécent de jouer les pique-assiette dans les familles pauvres, les familles aisées n'ouvriront jamais leur porte à un routard. Mais pour cela il faut déjà bien connaître le pays, et ça ne marche pas à tous les coups.
Sous le soleil marocain, on doit pouvoir arriver à faire 20kms de marche par jour... En buvant bien,
Dans le budget eau, il faut déjà compter 0, 7 euros par bouteille. Donc marche sous le soleil -> quasiment 3 euros par jour (bon on peut aussi boire l'eau de source ou du robinet, mais à moins d'être acclimatisé, on risque fortement la tourista....) On va rajouter la bouffe, le minimum des minima : du pain, c'est ce qui coute le moins cher, le prix est fixe, c'est 1 dirham par petit pain, il faut en compter au moins 4 pour se caler l'estomac, si on ne mange rien d'autre, deux repas, 1, 6 euros. Et on va rajouter un repas dans un petit restau pas cher tous les trois jours, pour arriver quand même à tenir sur la durée.. 30 dirhams par personne, soit un budget de 2 euros par jour. Il reste donc par jour 3, 4 euros par jour pour dormir et avoir accès à des douches pour se laver (les marocains ne supportent pas la saleté et les odeurs corporelles, il faut donc être nickel sur soi si on veut avoir une chance de tenir, de pouvoir se faire inviter de temps en temps, et ne pas se faire rammasser par les flics au premier contrôle.
Sachant que dans le sud, moins cher que le nord, les chambres les moins chères, genre lit dans une salle commune avec accès aux douches, sont environ à 5 euros par personne, le côté irréaliste de ces 20 jours à 20 euros par jour est évident...
Le camping sauvage est effectivement très peu toléré au Maroc, sauf quand il s'agit de garer bien à l'abri, à un endroit autorisé par l'habitant, un 4*4 ou un Homemobil. Mais dormir à la belle étoile, c'est réservé aux marocains... qui ne le font jamais.
Des infos pour vivre et travailler au Maroc : http://o-maroc.com
Pff vous l' avez fait le maroc avec 10 eero par jour pour etre persuade que c' est utopique???
J' ai des amis Polonais qui sont partie en couple, en autostop au Maroc il ya 2 ans, ils ont jamais payer pour le trasport, ils avait aussi se budget de 10 euro pour deux et ils ont passe plusieurs semaine sans etre des clochard comme quelqu' un a dis...
Connais tu hospitalityclub.org?? vas y faire un tour peux etre que tu trouveras des gens sympa pour t' acceuillir et t' heberger dans certaines villes.
Je voyage avec moins de 10 euro par jour depuis 8 mois, partout en Europe, meme en europe de l' ouest, donc j' imagine que c' est possible au Maroc. Si vous voyez le voyage comme un truc a consomer c' est sur que ca vous coutera un tas d' argent, mais si vous suivez la route au gres des rencontre, que vous etes patient et debrouillard vous verez que tout est possible. Quand tu sais pas ou dormir, tu demande a quelqu'un, "est-ce que je peux planter ma tante dans votre champs", ou bien "connaissez vous un park/une foret/un coin sympa ou planter ma tante en toute securite", et comme les gens du coin connaissent mieu l' endroit que les guide du routard ou autres, ils vont vous conseiller un coin tranquil, c' est aussi simple que ca. Pour manger, ca coute presque rien si tu cuisine toi meme au recho, puis pour se deplacer tu tent le pouce ou tu marche.
Bj le probleme ce n'est pas que le budjet ...
Avec philosophie et bonne humeur le touriste sympa peu tres bien visiter le Maroc au gres des rencontres avec 10 euros par jour. Mais il faut aller '' au fil de l'eau '' et des rencontres !
Evite les villes du Nord et essaye de descendre le plus vite possible vers le sud, pour le reste c'est le hasard de la route.
Ton probleme va etre le retour pour une date fixe.
Tu va ou apres? tu rentres en France ? et comment?
Attention quand même ou tu mets les pieds, même si le Maroc est plus sûr que la France!
Point n'est besoin d'espérer pour entreprendre ni de réussir pour persévérer
merci tous pour vos réponses ça fézizir
je pense que nous allons partir dans 76 jours avec aucun bagage moi c'est sur, sarah-lou aura juste un petit sac style sac a main banane, j'adore voyager les mains dans les poches, innaperçu comme tous les jours .on dormira ou on pourra dans les bars, les bus ou dans les bras nous partons de sete en bateau arrivée Tanger
je vous rappel la question est" découvrir le Maroc en 20 jours ?"
conseillez nous svp des itinéraires qui sortent des sentier battus étapes environ de 50 à 100 kms
nous voulons découvrir ce pays simplement
aligato
je pense que nous allons partir dans 76 jours avec aucun bagage moi c'est sur, sarah-lou aura juste un petit sac style sac a main banane, j'adore voyager les mains dans les poches, innaperçu comme tous les jours .on dormira ou on pourra dans les bars, les bus ou dans les bras nous partons de sete en bateau arrivée Tanger
je vous rappel la question est" découvrir le Maroc en 20 jours ?"
conseillez nous svp des itinéraires qui sortent des sentier battus étapes environ de 50 à 100 kms
nous voulons découvrir ce pays simplement
aligato
nous partons dans 7 ou 6 jours
salut
vous voulez rire??!!! parcourir le maroc du nord au sud en 20jours 10euro par jour en une seule tenue et en couple. c fou🏴☠️
un conseil soit que vous passer pour le sud dierctement c moin cher, soit que vous faites remonter votre budget a 20euro et méme si 🙂 c pas suffisant. bon voyage.
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pourquoi éviter les villes du nord ?
hello je suis revenu du maroc il y a deja longtemps j'en profite pour vous raconter mon voyage
nous sommes partis de paris en covoiturage juska arles arles / sete en train
puis nous avons embarké dans le ferry biladi un truc comme ça
on c'est posé au 3 em sous sol c'est un peu le skatt il npous serve des repas médiocres
mais cela permet de prendre le temps pour savoir ou nous allons
arrivé tanger des taxis nous accoste on les vires on se promene un peu dans le petit socco c sympa a par les relous ki vous branche toute les 2 secondes on marches juska la gare routiere ou la des tonnes de mec veeulent nous vendres des tickets
tanger meknes aprés des heures de bus on arrive a meknes on trouve un ptit hotel tout baigne c'est sympa le maroc un peu polué mais sympa
meknes rabbat en bus ça commence a nous souler de prendre le bus la gare routiere et ces lourdingues le bus ki traine bref on arrive a rabbat la on cherche un hotel un mec nous fait la visite style vous etes mes potes vous cherchez de shit demain couscous tu veux boire un thé j suis guide vous vouylez venir chez moi j'habite en banlieu nord dans une cave c hez mon daron ouiésséssaetpissétou
rabbt oualidia on décide de ce casser au bords de la mer histoir de fuire tous ces tordus qui en veulent a notre fric et vu kon en a pas on prend le bus encore plus grand taxi a 6 dans le merco a fond les balons com des tarés une veille nous branche style viens dormir a la maison y a des oiseaux ki chante j'aime ta maille
le lendemain on ce fé branché par un kéké j'ai une agence jt e loue pas chere mon amibouffije te jure douche chaude etc.....
bon il nous fait déscendre le prix mais il nous la fait a l'envers le sournoi
y en a marre on claque trop de tunes et il kommence a me vénerr avec leur keunénik de bouffon ilétré va me trouvé j vé lui refaire ça face jveux bien qu'on soit gentil paf c'est fait on se casse de ce bordel et nous sommes receuilli par un gar extra ki nous invite dans un skatt fo faire attention de pas ce faire voir discret car ici c blablabla a longueur de temps super mec il nous ammene dans des ptits cafés a kiff on va dans les jardins ramassé des légumes bouffe du poisson visites des grottes la vraie rencontre nous parlons philosophie et de tout meme de politik de ces enfoirés au pouvoir de ces flics pourris et de la societé ki va avec.
on se kitte terminé le bus du stop ....quelques taxis s'arretent on les envois ce balader
un camion s'arrete le chauffeur livreur nous dit quil faut faire attention quil ne prends jamais de marocain "le probleme ici c'est qu'on ne peut faire confiance à personne"
"c'est ça le problème" c'est lui le probleme.
bon arrivée éssaouira tafraout marrakeche kétama etc ke du stop c'est un peu chaud kétama mais nous avons voyagé en stop dans tout le maroc sans problème et facilement peut etre nous y retournerons pour y apporte des bouquins a mon amis labas j'ai rebatisé la rue montmatre en rue zaid aligato
c'est vraiment possible de faire le tour du maroc avec 10 euros par jour choisissez hors saison le stop marche tres bien pour un couple attente 5min les hotels sont en moyen 5 euros évitez le beau parleur il n'y a pas de danger dans le sud un peu plus craignos dans le nord voila si vous avez des kestions envoyé vos mails
nous avons décidez de partir en albanie avec 10 euros par jour
be good
le niveau de vie au maroc n'est pas eleve vous ne rencontrerez aucun probleme on peu avoir un repas pour 3 euros
gg
salut a toi glenngould
ça y est le tour du maroc 2800 kms en stop "ça c'est fait"
nous allons faire bientot l'albanie de la meme façon
connais tu ce site http://www.couchsurfing.com/
tu peux acceullir des voyageurs du monde entier
rabbat c'etait sympa surtout de la gare routiere a la vieille ville
les petites favélas qui longe la mer
be good
c'etait sympa surtout de la gare routiere a la vieille ville
les petites favélas qui longe la mer
Ah oui c'est surper sympa les bidonvilles... chouette de vor ça, c'est vrai !
Ah oui c'est surper sympa les bidonvilles... chouette de vor ça, c'est vrai !
Des infos pour vivre et travailler au Maroc : http://o-maroc.com
"la favela es un problem social" chantent les gamins de baya
la beauté pour ceux ki peuvent la voir n'est pas ka l'intérieur des palais dorés
et j'ai préféré acheter une pomme au marchant dans la favela plutot que celui qui vendait ces brochettes avariées dans les rues pietonnent du vieux rabbat
les bidonvilles c sur qu'il y en a au maroc comme en france et partout ailleur cela fait parti des lois de la propriété certain dans des chateaux d'autres dans des skatt
perso j' habite dans les 2 je peux réagir de façon ironik ou snob ou j'enfoutist ou akoibonist ça exist et chantez avec moi
"la favelaaaaaa es un problem socialllllllllllllll" "la favelaaaaaa es un problem socialllllllllllllll"
et a kétama j'ai vu des mecs sans rien avec des ampoules au mains et des yennes en porche cheyenne digne de cayenne
la beauté pour ceux ki peuvent la voir n'est pas ka l'intérieur des palais dorés
et j'ai préféré acheter une pomme au marchant dans la favela plutot que celui qui vendait ces brochettes avariées dans les rues pietonnent du vieux rabbat
les bidonvilles c sur qu'il y en a au maroc comme en france et partout ailleur cela fait parti des lois de la propriété certain dans des chateaux d'autres dans des skatt
perso j' habite dans les 2 je peux réagir de façon ironik ou snob ou j'enfoutist ou akoibonist ça exist et chantez avec moi
"la favelaaaaaa es un problem socialllllllllllllll" "la favelaaaaaa es un problem socialllllllllllllll"
et a kétama j'ai vu des mecs sans rien avec des ampoules au mains et des yennes en porche cheyenne digne de cayenne
La beauté est partout est tout est dans tout et réciproquement et poussière tu es et tu retourneras à la poussière, et passe moi une barette mon frère, on est bien d'accord...
Mais non, les bidonvilles, c'est pas "sympa". Les gens qui y habitent peut être mais pas les bidonvilles :)
Tant pis, c'est juste une question de respect.
Mais non, les bidonvilles, c'est pas "sympa". Les gens qui y habitent peut être mais pas les bidonvilles :)
Tant pis, c'est juste une question de respect.
Des infos pour vivre et travailler au Maroc : http://o-maroc.com
wouésséssaépissétou
ok aligato
be good
bonjour
ta kestion pour itinérarire pas pour le budjet même aussi je vois ke c suffisant ;)
je te propose un itinéraire
tanger-->Meknes-->fes-->ifrane-->azrou-->errachidia-->merzouga-->zagora-->ouarzazate-->marrakech-->essaouira
tous le trajet en bus le moins chér et moyen de transport au maroc et aussi de faire auto stop c'est possible et je te conseille d'apporter un sac de couchage et y'a des possibilité de logment chez habitant .
bons voyage
merci pour ton encouragement et tes conseils
mais nous avons deja fait le voyage
magnifique
nous allons maintenant partir pour l'albanie
be good
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I know there are experts on this forum.
Thanks in advance
Hi there, 🙂
This autumn’s trip should be in Morocco—barring any geopolitical issues between now and then.
After many trips to the south of Fès, I’m giving the north a try.
My plan is roughly to do a road trip loop from Rabat back to Rabat, passing through Asilah, Tangier, Tétouan, Chefchaouen, Akchour, Fès, Meknès, and Volubilis.
That’s a lot of cities. Probably a bit too many for our taste—we usually prefer more isolated spots...
So I’m looking for tips on little backroads, secluded beaches, half-day hikes, and offbeat places.
If you’ve also got recommendations for accommodation... (We’re open to splurging over 100 € if it’s a real favorite.)
Feel free to think outside the box—this is an open-ended plan! !😉
Thanks
This autumn’s trip should be in Morocco—barring any geopolitical issues between now and then.
After many trips to the south of Fès, I’m giving the north a try.
My plan is roughly to do a road trip loop from Rabat back to Rabat, passing through Asilah, Tangier, Tétouan, Chefchaouen, Akchour, Fès, Meknès, and Volubilis.
That’s a lot of cities. Probably a bit too many for our taste—we usually prefer more isolated spots...
So I’m looking for tips on little backroads, secluded beaches, half-day hikes, and offbeat places.
If you’ve also got recommendations for accommodation... (We’re open to splurging over 100 € if it’s a real favorite.)
Feel free to think outside the box—this is an open-ended plan! !😉
Thanks
Hello,
I’m traveling to Algeria from October 27 to November 16, 2026.
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been through the process about the accommodation attestation required for the visa application:
- Does it need to cover the entire duration of the trip?
- Is this document mandatory for a hotel to rent a room?
- Is it checked during inspections?
- Is a hotel booking (e.g., via Booking.com) sufficient for the visa?
- If so, does it need to be paid in advance?
I plan to visit several cities and do one or more treks with a guide or agency. If you have any contacts you’d recommend, I’d be grateful!
Also, I’d love to share this trip with a companion who’s already done some traveling. We’d organize the journey together, of course.
Thanks for your feedback! Safe travels to all, Dom, Dijon, 64 years old
I plan to visit several cities and do one or more treks with a guide or agency. If you have any contacts you’d recommend, I’d be grateful!
Also, I’d love to share this trip with a companion who’s already done some traveling. We’d organize the journey together, of course.
Thanks for your feedback! Safe travels to all, Dom, Dijon, 64 years old
Hi there,
I’m looking for some friendly recommendations for places to stay in Marrakech for 3 nights in June 2026.
In the meantime, have a great day, everyone! Thanks so much in advance.
hi,
I’m planning to take the SETE-TANGER ferry with my car.
No agency in my town sells tickets.
Has anyone done this before and can point me in the right direction?
Thanks in advance.
have a good day
I’m planning to take the SETE-TANGER ferry with my car.
No agency in my town sells tickets.
Has anyone done this before and can point me in the right direction?
Thanks in advance.
have a good day
Good evening, everyone!
I’m reaching out to gather your thoughts on an itinerary (10 days... or more?) I’d like to do at the beginning of June 🙂.
Just so you know, I’m planning to do this trip solo (25 years old), using only public transport and just a backpack. I’ve already been to Marrakech and climbed Mount Toubkal two years ago...
I’ll be arriving in Tangier. Day 1-2: Explore the city center, hike around Cap Spartel... Day 3: Stop in Tetouan Day 4-5-6: Chefchaouen and a day hike in the Rif Mountains Day 6-7: Discover the city of Fes (I’ve heard so many great things!!) Day 8: Stop in Meknes and possibly visit the historic site of Volubilis Day 9-10: Rabat (I’ve heard mixed things... some good, some bad) After that, I have the choice of heading back to Tangier for my return flight... or going down to Agadir (also a possible return flight) and extending my trip by 5 days :)
From what I can tell, everything is well connected by bus (CTM) or train (ONCF). Another question: Is the vibe in Moroccan youth hostels for meeting people the same as what you’d find in Western Europe?
Thanks in advance for your replies and your kindness! 😊
I’m reaching out to gather your thoughts on an itinerary (10 days... or more?) I’d like to do at the beginning of June 🙂.
Just so you know, I’m planning to do this trip solo (25 years old), using only public transport and just a backpack. I’ve already been to Marrakech and climbed Mount Toubkal two years ago...
I’ll be arriving in Tangier. Day 1-2: Explore the city center, hike around Cap Spartel... Day 3: Stop in Tetouan Day 4-5-6: Chefchaouen and a day hike in the Rif Mountains Day 6-7: Discover the city of Fes (I’ve heard so many great things!!) Day 8: Stop in Meknes and possibly visit the historic site of Volubilis Day 9-10: Rabat (I’ve heard mixed things... some good, some bad) After that, I have the choice of heading back to Tangier for my return flight... or going down to Agadir (also a possible return flight) and extending my trip by 5 days :)
From what I can tell, everything is well connected by bus (CTM) or train (ONCF). Another question: Is the vibe in Moroccan youth hostels for meeting people the same as what you’d find in Western Europe?
Thanks in advance for your replies and your kindness! 😊
Tickets for entry to Majorelle Garden are only issued online via an official site
(though there are fraudulent sites out there). On the official site, they ask for legitimate info
(name, nationality, etc.). What made me go "hmm" was the request for both an email address
AND a password (with confirmation). Is this normal?
Thanks for your replies.
Hi there, a group of girlfriends and I are heading to Tunisia. We’d love to know how much cash we should bring for 6 days, considering everything’s already paid for at the hotel. Thanks for your tips!
Hi everyone! :)
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
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 leaving for Tunisia in five weeks for a full 15-day trip. I’ll be arriving in Monastir and departing from there as well.
I’d like to do a route that’s a bit different from my first stay, which was more focused on cities and culture (Tunis, Sousse, Kairouan, El Jem).
I’ll be getting around by public transport.
I’d like to head south toward Tozeur, and I saw that you can take a *louage* from Monastir to Sbeitla (2h30). I imagine it’s not too complicated to get to Tozeur from there afterward? The issue is the return trip to Monastir and safety in Sbeitla.
If this route seems too complicated, I might opt for Djerba instead, which looks simpler.
Thanks in advance.
I’m leaving for Tunisia in five weeks for a full 15-day trip. I’ll be arriving in Monastir and departing from there as well.
I’d like to do a route that’s a bit different from my first stay, which was more focused on cities and culture (Tunis, Sousse, Kairouan, El Jem).
I’ll be getting around by public transport.
I’d like to head south toward Tozeur, and I saw that you can take a *louage* from Monastir to Sbeitla (2h30). I imagine it’s not too complicated to get to Tozeur from there afterward? The issue is the return trip to Monastir and safety in Sbeitla.
If this route seems too complicated, I might opt for Djerba instead, which looks simpler.
Thanks in advance.
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
Bonjour,
Connaissez vous l'adresse d'une distillerie de fleurs de roses ds la vallée des roses / kelaa M Gouna. Une distillerie traditionnelle, pas uniquement la boutique à touristes.
Merci bp
Nicolas :-)
Connaissez vous l'adresse d'une distillerie de fleurs de roses ds la vallée des roses / kelaa M Gouna. Une distillerie traditionnelle, pas uniquement la boutique à touristes.
Merci bp
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.
Hello,
We’d like to hire a French-speaking guide (agency, professional, or volunteer) to show us around Cairo over three days.
Trip planned for November 22, 23, and 24, 2026—four veteran French travelers.
We’re open to any leads, contact info, or suggestions.
Best regards,
Jacques
Hi there,
I have a layover in Algeria.
I won’t be leaving the airport.
The two tickets aren’t with the same airline.
Do I need a transit visa?
Thanks for any details and your help!
Hi there,
I live in Casablanca and my parents, who are 80, will be joining me in Marrakech at the beginning of May for a few days.
We’ll be renting a car to get around.
Do you have any suggestions for things to see or visit within a 2-3 hour drive max from Marrakech that aren’t too touristy?
My parents can walk a bit, but at 80, no climbing Mount Toubkal!
Thanks so much in advance for your ideas!
Hi everyone, just back from the 8-day Marrakech-Merzouga loop by car, and I’d love to share my feedback in case it helps some of you. Big thanks to all the forum members who kindly answered my questions!
Trip from Friday the 20th to Saturday the 28th, flying out of Marseille with Ryanair
- Landed late around 8 PM local time, exchanged some currency, and the rental agency (Magdaz Car, which I highly recommend) delivered the car straight to the airport with some great route tips (don’t blindly trust Maps.me). The night drive was a bit intense—lots of people out and about due to Ramadan. Stayed at Riad Midhou (really nice) on the outskirts of the city, which made it easy to hit the road the next morning.
- Day 1: Marrakech to Skoura. The drive was smooth, roads are great, but watch out for roundabout priority—it’s different from France. Beautiful route. Quick stop in Ouarzazate for lunch, Ait Benhaddou for the view (stunning), and the Fint Oasis (meh...). Spent the night at Taloute Ecolodge in Skoura, overlooking the palm grove (super cozy).
- Day 2: Skoura to Todgha Gorges via the Valley of Roses and Dades Gorges. Adventure-packed day! We crossed the Valley of Roses (pretty, but not as amazing as I’d hoped) and took a "shortcut" recommended by the *Routard* guide to reach the Dades Gorges without backtracking. After asking locals, they said, "It’s doable." Turns out it was a narrow, rocky cliffside track—no way to turn around! A stressful moment, with a nice scratch on the bumper and a good sweat. Fine in an SUV or 4x4, but not in a Logan... Then the Dades Gorges (nice) and a detour through the north to reach Todgha from above. Gorgeous mountain road and a quick stop on some snow patches—touching African snow! Spent the night at *Les Gorges de Todgha*—great place, except for the bathroom. The Todgha Gorges themselves are stunning!
Day 3: Todgha to Merzouga. Beautiful drive, and the view of the erg (sand dunes) on arrival is breathtaking! Totally worth the trip. Explored the desert and stayed at *Café du Sud* hotel just outside Merzouga—absolutely gorgeous.
Day 4: Merzouga. Desert exploration and chilling by the hotel pool (with a bonus sunburn). Lunch in Merzouga—I recommend *Dakar*—their lemon tajine was amazing. Spent the night in the hotel’s luxury camp, including a camel ride. The camp was beautiful, but I was disappointed we weren’t deeper in the desert given the price (100 € per person, including dinner, breakfast, and camel ride).
Day 5: Merzouga to Tamnougalt. Gorgeous route. First fine (a supposed stop sign...) but the officer was super nice—only 150 MAD. Stayed at *Kasbah Maktob*, right in the middle of ruins—really unique and beautiful!
Day 6: Tamnougalt to Marrakech. Another beautiful drive, and a second fine (minor speeding), same amount. Crossed a windy mountain pass during a big storm—traffic was blocked in the opposite direction (not sure why), causing massive jams for those coming from Marrakech. A few downed cables, but nothing serious. Arriving in Marrakech was tricky—hard to find the rental agency, and the traffic was intense (watch out for GPS trying to send you through the medina). Ask the rental company to meet you somewhere quiet. They didn’t even notice the damaged bumper... Stayed at *Riad Zifamo* in the heart of the medina. Big change of pace—so many people and so much hustle!
Day 7: Marrakech. Lots of wandering through the souk and a quick trip to Gueliz (not essential). A few tips for the medina: watch out for scooters weaving too fast, always negotiate prices (aim for at least 1/3 off what they ask, unless it’s a small amount), don’t buy spices—more expensive than in France! Head to the *Carrefour Market* in Gueliz for better prices. In the end, not many truly unique items—you’ll find more or less the same things everywhere.
Day 8: Early morning flight. We’d booked a car to the airport from the riad, but a taxi would’ve been fine—plenty available even at 7 AM. Security wasn’t an issue (we had lighters and liquids over 100 ml).
A few extra notes: Pleasantly surprised by the road quality—just a few potholes here and there, but overall very drivable. Watch out for the police—they’re everywhere! The car cost me 30 € per day (with the *Routard* discount) and about 90 € in gas. No safety concerns, no harassment, and no stomach issues, despite the ice in Marrakech. Breakfasts at the hotels were usually hearty—take advantage! The timing (end of February) was perfect—pleasant daytime temps and cool nights. Since it was Ramadan, nothing unusual to report, except it was hard to find food outside Marrakech at lunchtime. If I did it again, Merzouga is a must, but I’d spend a night in a real desert bivouac, deeper in the dunes. My stops (no more than 300 km a day) were well-paced, and with so few cars on the road, it wasn’t tiring—even though I’m not usually a fan of driving... Happy to answer any questions!
Trip from Friday the 20th to Saturday the 28th, flying out of Marseille with Ryanair
- Landed late around 8 PM local time, exchanged some currency, and the rental agency (Magdaz Car, which I highly recommend) delivered the car straight to the airport with some great route tips (don’t blindly trust Maps.me). The night drive was a bit intense—lots of people out and about due to Ramadan. Stayed at Riad Midhou (really nice) on the outskirts of the city, which made it easy to hit the road the next morning.
- Day 1: Marrakech to Skoura. The drive was smooth, roads are great, but watch out for roundabout priority—it’s different from France. Beautiful route. Quick stop in Ouarzazate for lunch, Ait Benhaddou for the view (stunning), and the Fint Oasis (meh...). Spent the night at Taloute Ecolodge in Skoura, overlooking the palm grove (super cozy).
- Day 2: Skoura to Todgha Gorges via the Valley of Roses and Dades Gorges. Adventure-packed day! We crossed the Valley of Roses (pretty, but not as amazing as I’d hoped) and took a "shortcut" recommended by the *Routard* guide to reach the Dades Gorges without backtracking. After asking locals, they said, "It’s doable." Turns out it was a narrow, rocky cliffside track—no way to turn around! A stressful moment, with a nice scratch on the bumper and a good sweat. Fine in an SUV or 4x4, but not in a Logan... Then the Dades Gorges (nice) and a detour through the north to reach Todgha from above. Gorgeous mountain road and a quick stop on some snow patches—touching African snow! Spent the night at *Les Gorges de Todgha*—great place, except for the bathroom. The Todgha Gorges themselves are stunning!
Day 3: Todgha to Merzouga. Beautiful drive, and the view of the erg (sand dunes) on arrival is breathtaking! Totally worth the trip. Explored the desert and stayed at *Café du Sud* hotel just outside Merzouga—absolutely gorgeous.
Day 4: Merzouga. Desert exploration and chilling by the hotel pool (with a bonus sunburn). Lunch in Merzouga—I recommend *Dakar*—their lemon tajine was amazing. Spent the night in the hotel’s luxury camp, including a camel ride. The camp was beautiful, but I was disappointed we weren’t deeper in the desert given the price (100 € per person, including dinner, breakfast, and camel ride).
Day 5: Merzouga to Tamnougalt. Gorgeous route. First fine (a supposed stop sign...) but the officer was super nice—only 150 MAD. Stayed at *Kasbah Maktob*, right in the middle of ruins—really unique and beautiful!
Day 6: Tamnougalt to Marrakech. Another beautiful drive, and a second fine (minor speeding), same amount. Crossed a windy mountain pass during a big storm—traffic was blocked in the opposite direction (not sure why), causing massive jams for those coming from Marrakech. A few downed cables, but nothing serious. Arriving in Marrakech was tricky—hard to find the rental agency, and the traffic was intense (watch out for GPS trying to send you through the medina). Ask the rental company to meet you somewhere quiet. They didn’t even notice the damaged bumper... Stayed at *Riad Zifamo* in the heart of the medina. Big change of pace—so many people and so much hustle!
Day 7: Marrakech. Lots of wandering through the souk and a quick trip to Gueliz (not essential). A few tips for the medina: watch out for scooters weaving too fast, always negotiate prices (aim for at least 1/3 off what they ask, unless it’s a small amount), don’t buy spices—more expensive than in France! Head to the *Carrefour Market* in Gueliz for better prices. In the end, not many truly unique items—you’ll find more or less the same things everywhere.
Day 8: Early morning flight. We’d booked a car to the airport from the riad, but a taxi would’ve been fine—plenty available even at 7 AM. Security wasn’t an issue (we had lighters and liquids over 100 ml).
A few extra notes: Pleasantly surprised by the road quality—just a few potholes here and there, but overall very drivable. Watch out for the police—they’re everywhere! The car cost me 30 € per day (with the *Routard* discount) and about 90 € in gas. No safety concerns, no harassment, and no stomach issues, despite the ice in Marrakech. Breakfasts at the hotels were usually hearty—take advantage! The timing (end of February) was perfect—pleasant daytime temps and cool nights. Since it was Ramadan, nothing unusual to report, except it was hard to find food outside Marrakech at lunchtime. If I did it again, Merzouga is a must, but I’d spend a night in a real desert bivouac, deeper in the dunes. My stops (no more than 300 km a day) were well-paced, and with so few cars on the road, it wasn’t tiring—even though I’m not usually a fan of driving... Happy to answer any questions!
Hi there,
I’m traveling solo to Egypt. Could you give me a rough idea of the budget for:
meals
hotels
taxis including tips
visits...
Just an estimate, of course.
For 15 days, what would the price range be, considering there’s an overnight train and a Nile cruise?
I’d like to compare with a travel agency. Is it more worthwhile to go through an agency despite the downsides of group travel?
Otherwise, if a travel buddy is interested in this country, why not?
Thanks a lot!