(No marketing fluff – just the truth from a Moroccan agency that offers both)
We run both types of tours every single day. Here’s exactly what you gain and what you sacrifice with each.
| Factor | Fixed-Date Group Tours (8–16 people) | 100 % Private Tours (just your party) |
|---|---|---|
| Price per person (10-day tour) | $1,650 – $2,650 | $2,450 – $5,500+ (drops dramatically with 4–6 people) |
| Departure dates | Fixed (usually Tue/Thu/Sat) | Any day you want |
| Daily start time | 7–8 a.m. sharp (or the whole group waits) | You decide – sleep in if you want |
| Pace | Fast – designed to keep the majority happy | Your pace – spend 4 hours in the tannery or skip it entirely |
| Accommodation | Same 3–4★ hotels/riads for everyone | We upgrade or downgrade based on your taste |
| Desert camp | Good luxury camp, but 40–80 other guests that night | Private or semi-private camp (sometimes zero other people) |
| Driver/guide | Same person for the whole trip (can be great… or not) | Hand-picked driver-guide we know you’ll love |
| Meals | Breakfast + most dinners included (same menu for all) | You choose restaurants every day |
| Itinerary changes | Almost impossible | Change on the fly (add Chefchaouen, extend desert, etc.) |
| Fellow travellers | You might love them… or want to throw them off the camel | Only the people you already like |
| Toilet/photo stops | Only when the guide decides | Whenever you ask |
| Children / special needs | Difficult – group has to adapt | Perfect – car seats, dietary needs, slower pace, no problem |
| Shopping stops | Usually 2–4 obligatory “friends of the guide” shops | Zero pressure – we only go where you want |
| Hidden costs | Almost none (very transparent) | Domestic flights or upgrades cost extra (but you control) |
| Maximum customisation | 5/10 | 10/10 |
When Group Tours Are Actually the Smart Choice
- You’re a solo traveller or couple on a tighter budget
- You want to meet new people (many lifelong friendships start on our groups)
- You’re okay following a set rhythm
- You’re travelling in peak season and private prices skyrocket
Real 2026 group prices (all-inclusive except flights):
8-day Classic → $1,750 pp
10-day with Chefchaouen → $2,250 pp
12-day with 2 desert nights → $2,650 pp
When Private Is Worth Every Extra Dirham
- Travelling with family or friends (4+ people = price almost matches group)
- You hate early mornings or fixed schedules
- You want 2–3 nights in the desert instead of the usual 1
- You have dietary requirements, mobility issues, or young children
- You want to visit places most groups skip (Chefchaouen on a Tuesday, wild Erg Chigaga, etc.)
- You simply value freedom above all
The Middle Option Most People Don’t Know About
“Private vehicle + join others only for desert night”
You travel alone during the day, then meet a small group (max 12) just for the camel trek and camp.
Best of both worlds – costs 20–30 % less than fully private.
The Bottom Line
If someone tells you “group tours are always bad” or “private is always worth it”, they’re selling you something.
We will tell you the truth:
→ Solo/couple + budget-conscious + sociable → take our small-group tour (max 14).
→ Family, friends, special dates, hate schedules, want the wild desert → go private.
Ready for the Right Tour for YOU?
Message us three simple things:
- How many people
- Your dates (or month)
- Rough budget per person
We’ll instantly tell you whether group or private (or the hybrid option) is genuinely better for you – and send real quotes for both.
Phone & Whatsapp: +212 667 698 802
Gmail: toursmoroccotoursofficial@gmail.com
No sales pitch. Just the truth and the best trip possible. 🇲🇦✨
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