Hot Air Balloon Ride in Marrakech
Marrakech · 4 to 5 hours (05:00 – 09:30)
Float over the palm groves and desert villages outside Marrakech at sunrise. A magical, unforgettable experience.
- 40 to 60 minute flight
- Berber breakfast
- Transfer included
Marrakech
Majorelle Garden and the Palaces of Marrakech
Colour, gardens and palaces
DurationHalf day (3 to 4 hours)
LocationMarrakech
FormatPrivate
AvailabilityAll year round
Overview
A calm route through the gardens and palaces of Marrakech, away from the bustle of the souks. The Majorelle Garden, restored by Yves Saint Laurent, is the city’s postcard, with its unmistakable blue and more than 300 plant species.
Highlights
- Majorelle Garden and the famous Majorelle blue
- Berber Museum inside the garden
- Yves Saint Laurent Museum (optional)
- Bahia Palace and its painted cedar ceilings
- Menara Gardens with views of the Atlas
- Tickets arranged to avoid queues
Programme
- 1
Hotel pick-up
An early start, when the gardens are quietest and the light is best for photography.
- 2
Majorelle Garden
Visit the garden and the Berber Museum, with free time to wander the paths of bamboo, cacti and water lilies.
- 3
Bahia Palace
One of the best-preserved palaces in the country, with marble courtyards, zellige tilework and carved cedar ceilings.
- 4
Menara or the YSL Museum
Depending on your interest, we finish at the Menara Gardens, with views of the Atlas, or at the Yves Saint Laurent Museum.
What's included
What's included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver-guide who speaks your language
- Tickets arranged in advance
- Pick-up and return to your hotel or riad
What's not included
- Entrance tickets (Majorelle, YSL and Bahia)
- Meals and drinks
- Tips
Good to know
- Majorelle is very popular: we go early to avoid queues
- The YSL Museum closes on Wednesdays
- Tripods are not allowed in the garden
- A relaxed route, suitable for all ages
Gallery
Frequently asked questions
Are the tickets included?
We arrange the booking, but the cost is not included. That way you choose which sites you want to visit.
Can it be combined with the medina tour?
Yes. It is common to do the gardens in the morning and the medina in the late afternoon, on the same day.
How long do you spend in the Majorelle Garden?
Around 1 to 1.5 hours, enough for the garden and the Berber Museum without rushing.
Other excursions
Agafay Desert – Camel Ride and Dinner with Show
Marrakech · 6 hours (late afternoon and evening)
Spend a magical evening in the Agafay desert with a camel ride at sunset, a traditional dinner and a live folk show.
- Camel ride
- Moroccan dinner
- Live music and dance show
Guided Tour of the Marrakech Medina
Marrakech · Half day (4 hours)
Explore the secrets of the Marrakech Medina with an experienced local guide.
- Licensed official guide
- Tailor-made route
- History, culture and traditions
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