Morocco: Hike & Bike
- Overview
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- FAQ
- Dates
Overview
Embark on an exhilarating journey through Morocco with the "Hike & Bike" tour, where adventure meets culture. Begin and end your trip in the vibrant city of Marrakech, exploring the bustling Djemaa el-Fna square. Cycle through the stunning Atlas Mountains, passing through Amazigh villages and lush landscapes. Experience the magic of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and ride a camel across the mesmerizing sand dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunset. Camp under the stars in the Sahara Desert and hike through the breathtaking Todra Gorge. With guided hikes, cycling adventures, and cultural experiences like bread-making workshops, this tour offers a unique glimpse into the heart of Morocco. Enjoy traditional meals and accommodations in gites and desert camps, making this an unforgettable active adventure.
Highlights
- See a different side of Morocco by bike on guided cycling trips through Amazigh villages and among fruit and nut trees.
- Descend out of the mountains along a former caravan route into the historic fortified oasis of Ait Benhaddou.
- Ride a camel across the shifting sand dunes in Erg Chebbi at sunset and camp under the North African stars.
- Hike among the towering red gorges and lush green palms of Todra Valley, passing sheer red-hued cliffs.
- Start and end your trip in colourful Marrakech, exploring the Djemaa el-Fna square and winding alleys.
- Experience a traditional bread-making workshop in Imlil and enjoy the local Amazigh hospitality.
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou, famous for its film and TV appearances.
Accommodation
- OCCASIONAL ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION
- The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline. On rare occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our usual accommodation. A similar standard of accommodation will be used in these instances.
- TWIN SHARE / MULTI SHARE BASIS
- Accommodation on this trip is on a twin/multishare basis. Please note there may be times where facilities will be shared rather than ensuite and rare occasions when you share a room with passengers travelling on a different Intrepid trip than your own.
- CHECK-IN TIME
- Throughout the trip we request that our hotels prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination.
- PRE/POST TRIP ACCOMMODATION
- If you've purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (subject to availability), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights.
- HEATING:
- Some of our guesthouses/hotels are unable to supply heating as this would be a major financial and environmental strain. It's also a case of energy supply and timing provisions, which is limited in some places. Please be prepared for cold showers, which are a pleasure for most of the year. Air-conditioning systems (if available) don't always function.
- DESERT CAMP & GITE
- Desert camp:
- - Accommodation is in shared tents.
- - Tents have a camp bed, with one mattress per person - blankets, pillows and sheets provided
- - Bathroom facilities are shared
- - There is no power to change devices
- Gite:
- - All rooms have beds and bathroom facilities (inside each room)
- - There is electricity to charge devices
Transport
- INCLUDED OR HIRE BIKES: CONDITIONS OF USE
- You must not mistreat the bicycle and must return it in the same condition as when you received it (excepting ordinary wear and tear). You should immediately inform the supplier in the case of breakdown or loss. The provider is entitled to charge for any damage caused to the bicycle during the period of hire. You must also make sure that the bicycle is secured when not in use. If the equipment is lost or stolen you may be liable for the replacement value of the bicycle. The bicycle remains the property of the supplier and you may not sell, rent out or part possession with the bicycle. You must not use the bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Important Information
- 1. It is very important that you provide your height at time of booking so we can ensure that you have the appropriate sized bicycle when your trip starts. If you do not provide your height ahead of arrival we cannot guarantee a suitably sized bike for you.
- 2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room with the exception of Days 2, 3 and 5. The single supplement is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
- 3.An e-bike option (at additional cost) may be available on this trip. We have limited numbers of these bikes available and they are an 'on request' basis only. A request does not guarantee an e-bike, only a confirmed booking. Please ask your agent for more details at the time of booking.
- 4. Morocco gets very warm in summer (June, July, August) so our leader may opt to shorten or reroute activities to ensure travelers' health and safety is not compromised.
Mode of Transport
Accommodation
Bicycle Damage and Loss
Alcohol and Drug Use
Optional Activities
E-bike Option
Destinations
- Africa
- Morocco
Tour Types
- Hiking
- Camel Trekking-Riding
- Walking
- Adventure Tours
- Cultural
- Cycling
Itinerary
Location: Marrakech
Salaam Alaikum! Welcome to Morocco. Your adventure begins in thriving Marrakech with a welcome meeting tonight at 6 pm. After getting acquainted with your local leader and fellow travellers, head out for an optional dinner in Djemaa el-Fna – a huge public market square in the medina. When night falls it transforms into a hive of activity. Henna painters, performers, and storytellers share the square with a street food bazaar packed with stalls loaded with Moroccan delicacies. Wander around the food stalls and choose from various grilled foods, seafood, ginger and mint teas and more. <br/><br/>Optional Activities:<br/>-<description>Dar Si Said Museum - Marrakech</description><br/>-<description>Marrakech - Saadian Tombs</description><br/>-<description>Marrakech - Marjorelle Gardens</description><br/>-<description>Marrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage</description><br/>-<description>Marrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride</description>
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: hotel
Location: Atlas Mountains
Fuel up on breakfast before heading out of the city for a day of cycling and hiking in the Atlas Mountains. After a quick safety briefing with your leader, you’ll hit the road. The ride starts on a smooth road before veering off the beaten path on a challenging but adventurous ride through Amazigh villages. Tap into your adrenaline reserves as you climb steeper and rockier trails. At the end of the ride, drive to Imlil – a small, peaceful village in the mountains. Stretch your legs on a leisurely walk by the lake, then hike to the village of Aroumd, passing through walnut and apple groves, local houses and farms. Tonight’s accommodation is a traditional gite (an Amazigh-style mud-brick building). When you arrive, sit down to feast on a traditional dinner prepared by your hosts. <br/><br/>Included Activities:<br/>-<description>Guided Hike - Imlil to Aroumd</description><br/>-<description>Guided Cycling - Atlas Mountains (Amzmiz – Ouirgane)</description>
Accommodation: Gite
Accommodation Name: Gite
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Location: Atlas Mountains
You can’t have a meal in Morocco without bread, so this morning, you’ll take matters into your own hands and learn how to bake your own Amazigh bread for breakfast. Your host family will share their recipe and the secrets behind this beloved staple. Tuck in and enjoy your creation on the gite’s terrace overlooking the Atlas Mountains. After breakfast, lace up your shoes and take another hike alongside an experienced mountain guide. Explore local Amazigh villages, twisting mule tracks and a mountain pass above a sheer cliff. After, descend into Tizian Valley back to Aroumd. This evening, back at the gite, you’ll have the option of joining a hammam (Moroccan baths) experience in the village to soak your tired muscles. <br/><br/>Included Activities:<br/>-<description>Imlil - Bread making workshop</description><br/>-<description>Guided Hike - Atlas Mountains</description><br/><br/>Optional Activities:<br/>-<description>Hammam Visit - Aroumd</description>
Accommodation: Gite
Accommodation Name: Gite
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Location: Ait Benhaddou
Start your day with a drive over the High Atlas Mountains across Tizi n`Tichka – the highest mountain pass in Morocco. You’ll head to a remaining piece of the 11th century kasbah, Ait Benhaddou. This UNESCO World Heritage site was a strategically important site along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakesh and one of the few routes across the Atlas Mountains. You may also recognise it from its long list of film and TV credits, like The Mummy, Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After settling into your hotel, head out on a walking tour around the fortified village, stopping for some fresh herbal tea and Moroccan pastries in Tawesna – a cosy Amazigh tea house overlooking the ksar. This non-profit provides opportunities for more than thirty local women to support their and their family’s livelihood. <br/><br/>Included Activities:<br/>-<description>Ait Benhaddou - Leader-led ksar walk</description><br/>-<description>Ait Benhaddou - Tea at Tawesna association</description><br/><br/>Optional Activities:<br/>-<description>Ait Benhaddou - Cooking Demonstration & Dinner</description>
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals: Dinner
Location: Agdz
This morning, head off to Agdz for today’s cycle. This little oasis town sits along the edge of the Draa River and was once an important resting place along the caravan route between Marrakech and Timbuktu. This hidden gem is tucked away among palm trees and crimson Kasbahs but is often skipped by tourists. Head off on a bike ride around town, between houses, past farmers' fields and backdropped by Mt Kissane. You’ll have some free time to explore the town further this afternoon. Maybe head off for a walk in the nearby Ziz Valley and explore the ancient kasbahs close by. <br/><br/>Included Activities:<br/>-<description>Guided Cycling - Agdez</description>
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals: Dinner
Location: Erg Chebbi
Today, continue your journey south as the rocky desert plateaus give way to a sea of sandy hills at Erg Chebbi. These golden dunes are constantly shifting under North African winds and can reach up to 180 m tall, which makes for incredible views and lots of opportunity for adventure. Walk to your desert campsite for the night, where you’ll be greeted with hot mint tea. Hop on your camel for a ride during sunset and watch the sun go down over the dunes. Tonight, embrace your surroundings while you tuck into a traditional feast prepared by your hosts. Head out on an evening desert walk with the group and keep your eyes up for a truly spectacular night sky. Back at camp, enjoy live Gnaoua music around an open fire before snuggling in for the night. <br/><br/>Included Activities:<br/>-<description>Camp Fire, Merzouga</description><br/>-<description>Merzouga - Camel safari</description><br/>-<description>Sahara Desert Night Walk</description>
Accommodation: Desert Camp
Accommodation Name: Desert Camp
Meals: Dinner
Location: Todra Gorge
Have breakfast at camp before heading back to Merzouga this morning and continue to Tinghir. You’ll check into your hotel for the night before heading off to meet with your local guide who will lead the group on a hike through a palmery. These lush and fertile palm groves tap into natural waterways and serve as communal agricultural lands. You’ll walk among date palms, fruit and vegetable crops and past mud-brick houses and farms while learning about local agriculture. The late afternoon is free – maybe opt to go rock climbing in Todra Gorge if you’re still feeling active. <br/><br/>Included Activities:<br/>-<description>Todra Gorge - Palmeraie and farm walk</description><br/><br/>Optional Activities:<br/>-<description>Rock Climbing - Todra Gorge</description>
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: hotel
Location: Marrakech
This morning, set out on a hike with your leader through the deep gorges or wadi – red-hued limestone cliffs towering over the meandering Todra River. The canyon walls stretch up to 400 m in some places and can be as narrow as 10 m wide. Then, it’s time to head back to the vibrant city of Marrakech, where you’ll have the option of joining a guided medina tasting tour in the evening to cap off an amazing adventure. <br/><br/>Included Activities:<br/>-<description>Todra Gorge hike</description><br/><br/>Optional Activities:<br/>-<description>A Taste of Marrakech - tour leader</description>
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: hotel
Location: Marrakech
Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast today. If you’d like to extend your adventure in Marrakech, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.
What's Included
Included
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Guided Hike - Imlil to Aroumd
-Participate in a guided hike from Imlil to Aroumd.
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Guided Cycling - Atlas Mountains (Amzmiz – Ouirgane)
-Enjoy a guided cycling tour through the Atlas Mountains from Amzmiz to Ouirgane.
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Imlil - Bread making workshop
-Take part in a bread making workshop in Imlil.
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Guided Hike - Atlas Mountains
-Join a guided hike in the Atlas Mountains.
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Ait Benhaddou - Leader-led ksar walk
-Experience a leader-led walk around the ksar of Ait Benhaddou.
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Ait Benhaddou - Tea at Tawesna association
-Enjoy tea at the Tawesna association in Ait Benhaddou.
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Guided Cycling - Agdez
-Participate in a guided cycling tour in Agdez.
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Camp Fire, Merzouga
-Enjoy a campfire experience in Merzouga.
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Merzouga - Camel safari
-Ride a camel on a safari in Merzouga.
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Sahara Desert Night Walk
-Take a night walk in the Sahara Desert.
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Todra Gorge - Palmeraie and farm walk
-Join a walk through the Palmeraie and farms in Todra Gorge.
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Todra Gorge hike
-Participate in a hike through Todra Gorge.
Not Included
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Bicycle Damage and Loss
-You may be liable for any damage or loss of the bicycle during the hire period.
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Alcohol and Drug Use
-You must not use the bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Optional Activities
-Optional activities such as museum visits, hot air balloon rides, and rock climbing are not included.
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E-bike Option
-E-bike option is available at an additional cost and is subject to availability.
FAQ
Dates
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10-May-2025
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Single | £1097.00 | |
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10-May-2025
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24-May-2025
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21-Jun-2025
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21-Jun-2025
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Twin Share | £980.00 | |
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13-Sep-2025
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