Shared and small-group tours in Morocco
Morocco Group Tours & Shared Tours
Travel to the Sahara with other travellers or with your own group: shared tours and small-group tours from Marrakech, with a driver and a local guide, planned and quoted for your dates.
- Morocco group tours
- Shared desert tour from Marrakech
- Small group tours Morocco
- Group tour with friends or family
Group tours
Travel to the Sahara together
A Morocco group tour, also called a shared tour, is a trip where several travellers share the vehicle, the driver and the local guide, so the cost per person is lower than on a fully private tour. With Highlights Morocco Tours you can join a group on the dates you want or travel with your own group of friends or family, on routes such as the 3-day Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour, with a night in a Sahara camp. Tell us your dates and number of travellers and we send a free quote with no obligation.
Many travellers prefer to see Morocco in a group. It is more social, it costs less per person and it takes away the work of planning. Others come with friends, family or colleagues and want a trip that fits the whole group.
At Highlights Morocco Tours we offer both. You can ask for a shared tour on your dates, or we can organise a private group tour for the people you travel with. Everything is quoted for your dates, and we reply with a free quote with no obligation.
If you are not sure which is better, read the comparison below, or message us on WhatsApp and we help you choose.
Written by the Highlights Morocco Tours team in Marrakech
Why a group tour
Six reasons to travel in a group
What you get when the trip is shared.
Lower cost per person
The vehicle, the driver and the guide are shared, so each traveller pays less than on a private tour.
Meet other travellers
A group tour is a good way to share the desert, the dinner and the camp with other people.
Set programme
The route and the stops are planned, so you only have to choose the tour and the dates.
Driver and local guide
A driver and a local guide who speaks English or Spanish go with the group.
A night in the Sahara
Most of our group routes include a camel ride at sunset and a night in a desert camp.
Support on the road
Help before and during your trip, and a team available while you travel.
Compare
Shared tour vs private tour
Both are good. It depends on your budget and how much flexibility you want.
| Shared / group tour | Private tour | |
|---|---|---|
| Price per person | Lower, as the cost is shared | Higher, but falls with more travellers |
| Who you travel with | Other travellers on the same dates | Only your own group |
| Dates and route | A set programme | You can adjust the pace and the stops |
| Privacy | Shared vehicle and camp | Your own vehicle and driver |
| Best for | Solo travellers, couples and budget travel | Families, friends and special occasions |
Who it is for
Who joins a group tour
Solo travellers. Share the cost and meet other people on the road.
Couples. A lower price per person, with the same night in the Sahara.
Friends and family. Travel together in your own private group, with a vehicle that fits your size.
Budget travellers. Keep the cost down without giving up the guide and the camp.
Not sure what suits you? Tell us your dates, your budget and who is travelling, and we tell you what we can arrange.
Popular routes
Tours that work well for groups
All routes have a night in the Sahara. Price on request, with a free quote and no obligation.
3 days · 2 nights
3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour
The classic Sahara trip, with Ait Ben Haddou and a night in a desert camp.
Explore Tour
3 days · 2 nights
3-Day Marrakech to Zagora Desert Tour
The Draa Valley and the desert, with a shorter drive than Merzouga.
Explore Tour
3 days · 2 nights
3-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
From Marrakech to Fes through the Sahara, with a night in the dunes.
Explore Tour
Want a longer trip? See our Morocco tour packages or all tours from Marrakech. Travelling with a big group? See our group offer.
How it works
Your trip in four steps
From the first message to the last day.
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Choose a tour and dates
Pick a route and tell us your dates and how many people travel.
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Receive your quote
A free quote, with the options for a shared tour or a private group.
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Confirm your booking
When you are happy with the quote, we confirm the booking and the details.
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Travel with support
Your driver and guide meet you, and we are available while you travel.
FAQ
Group tours: frequently asked questions
Short answers to the questions travellers ask us before booking.
What is a shared tour in Morocco?
A shared tour, or group tour, is a trip where several travellers share the vehicle, the driver and the guide. The itinerary and dates are set, and the cost is split, so it usually costs less per person than a private tour.
What is the difference between a shared tour and a private tour?
On a shared tour you travel with other people and follow a set programme. On a private tour only your own group travels, and you can change the pace and the stops. Shared tours usually cost less per person, and private tours give you more flexibility and privacy.
Are shared tours cheaper than private tours?
Usually yes, per person, because the cost of the vehicle and the guide is split between more travellers. Prices depend on the tour, the dates and the group size, so ask us for a free quote for your dates.
Can I join a group tour if I travel alone?
Yes. Solo travellers often choose a group tour because they share the cost and meet other people. Tell us your dates and the tour you like, and we tell you what we can arrange.
Can I travel with my own group of friends or family?
Yes. If you come with friends, family or colleagues, we organise a private tour for your group, with a vehicle that fits your size. The more travellers, the lower the price per person.
How big are the groups?
Group size depends on the tour and the dates, and we confirm it in your quote. If a small group matters to you, tell us when you ask for a quote.
Which tours are popular with groups?
The most popular are the 3-day Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour, the 2-day Marrakech to Merzouga tour, the 3-day Marrakech to Zagora tour and the 3-day Marrakech to Fes tour. All of them include a night in a Sahara camp, and the programme is on each tour page.
What is included in a group tour?
Each tour page lists what is included and not included, such as the driver, the guide, accommodation, camel ride and camp. Lunches, drinks, tips and entrance fees are usually not included. We confirm everything in your quote.
Can I book a shared tour for a specific date?
Tell us your dates and the number of travellers. We check what is possible for those dates and reply with a free quote. If we cannot form a group on your dates, we tell you honestly and suggest an alternative.
What should I check before I book a group tour?
Ask about the group size, the vehicle, what is included, the type of camp and how long you will drive each day. Read our guide to what to check before booking a Sahara tour.
How do I book a group tour with Highlights Morocco Tours?
Send us your dates and number of travellers with the contact form, by WhatsApp or by email. We reply with a free, no-obligation quote and, when you are happy with it, we confirm the booking.
Tell us your dates and we find your group
Tell us your dates and what you would like to see. We reply with a free, no-obligation quote.
Contact Us
Plan your private Morocco trip
Tell us your dates and what you would like to see. We will reply with a free, no-obligation quote.
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