Kasbahs and Sahara desert
Travel through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains a majestic paradise of plunging gorges, lush waterfalls, and forests await - a living Eden unspoiled by the modern world. See the stunning views of Gorges Dades carved by the Dades river for centuries and Gorge Todra with monumental rock walls over 300 meters high. Spend the night in the Nomad tent in the Sahara desert by the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Return to Marrakech trough the scenic Draa valley lined by palm trees.
Day 1: Marrakech
Pick up at the airport at the Marrakech Menara International Airport. Hotel transport depends on time of arrival. Dinner, Hotel
Day 2: Marrakech » Ouarzazate (200km)
In the morning, depart towards Ouarzazate via Tichka Pass (2260 m), the highest road pass in Morocco. The panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains and magnificent landscapes and scenery are peppered by the small Berber villages typical of the region. The Anmiter Valley offers several Kasbahs along the way, including Toaurirte and Ait Ben Haddou - a 16th century UNESCO site and one of the best preserved and most spectacular Kasbahs of Morocco. Ait Ben Haddou has been used in many Hollywood films, including the blockbuster film of 2000, Gladiator. Dinner, Hotel
Day 3: Ouarzazate » M'gouna » Boumalen Dades (150km)
Depart in the morning to Kalaa M'Gouna via the ancient trails of a thousand Kasbahs and the off-road trails of the Rose Valley. El Kelaa is well known for the rose perfume distilled from the petals that grow in the area, hence the name "Rose Valley ". Continue to the gorges du Dades, carved out over centuries by the Dades River. The natural scenery of red and mauve rocks tower above the road. Dinner, Hotel
Day 4: Boulmane Dades » Tinghir » Erfoud (200km)
We head towards Erfoud passing the town of Tinghir, the Oasis, and the Gorges de Todra - another impressive canyon with palm groves and a traditional water reservoir. Dinner, Hotel
Day 5: Erfoud » Rissani » Merzouga (110 km)
We visit the ancient town of Rissani, which thrived from the 8th to the 14th centuries thanks to the caravan routes of the kingdom of Sijilmassa. It was also the home of the Alouite peoples - the early conquerors of all Morocco. Visit the oasis and the Kasbahs. Follow the road to the dunes of Erg Chebb - the famous sand dunes of Merzouga. We recommend an evening camped in the Sahara in the nomad Berber tent - music, stars, dinner in the Sahara. Dinner, Hotel
Day 6: Merzouga » Zagora (280km)
The road from Merzouga to Zagora offers unbelievably beautiful scenery. Explore the Sahara desert, the Saharan Berber villages, and visit with the nomads along the way to Zagora. Dinner, Hotel
Day 7: Zagora » Marrakech (360 km)
Visit the stunning views of the Draa Valley, lined by Kasbahs, ancient villages (known as ksour), and palm groves. Arrival in Marrakech later in the day. Dinner, Hotel.
Day 8: Marrakech
After breakfast, explore Marrakech's monuments and the historical Mehnara Gardens, Koutoubia Minaret, Saadian Tombs, and the Bahia Palace. Tour Marrakech along the walls of the old medina. Visit the Agdal Gardens, the new Gueliz district, the ancient medina and its markets. Close with the famous Djemaa el Fna Square. In this famous square (as large as a football stadium!) you will see sights not unlike a scene from 500 years ago: story tellers, vendors of magic potions, dancers, snake charmers, and acrobats. Dinner, Hotel.
Day 9: Marrakech » Airport
Airport transfer depending on you departure time.
