Day 1: Marrakech to Dades Valley via Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate
Morning: Begin with an 8:00 AM pick-up from your Marrakech hotel. Head towards the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying breathtaking mountain views.
Stops:
Tizi n’Tichka Pass: Pause for scenic photo opportunities and to enjoy the cool mountain air.
Ait Benhaddou Kasbah: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage site and explore its narrow alleys, clay architecture, and historic kasbahs. Learn about the kasbah’s significance and see locations from popular movies.
Afternoon: Continue to Ouarzazate, known for its film studios and historic sites. Option to visit Atlas Film Studios (extra cost).
Evening: Drive to the Dades Valley, passing through the Valley of Roses and small Berber villages. Arrive in Dades Valley for dinner and overnight.
Dinner: Enjoy a Moroccan dinner at a traditional guesthouse.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Dades Valley with private bathrooms and scenic views.
Day 2: Dades Valley to Merzouga (Sahara Desert) via Todra Gorge
Morning: After breakfast, depart for Todra Gorge. Explore the dramatic canyon and enjoy a 30-45 minute walk along the river, surrounded by towering cliffs.
Afternoon: Continue the journey to Merzouga, passing through the oasis towns and palm groves of Tafilalet. Arrive in Merzouga and prepare for a Sahara adventure.
Camel Trek: Set off on a camel trek through the Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy the quiet beauty of the desert as you ride toward your camp, stopping to watch the sunset over the dunes.
Evening: Arrive at the Sahara desert camp. Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and a night under the stars, with live Berber music around the campfire.
Optional Night Activities: Stargazing, campfire stories, and cultural exchanges with the camp hosts.
Accommodation: Luxury desert camp with en-suite tents, comfortable bedding, and hot showers.
Day 3: Merzouga to Nkob and Draa Valley
Early Morning: Optional sunrise camel trek for an unforgettable view of the dunes at sunrise.
Breakfast: Return to Merzouga for breakfast.
Morning and Afternoon: Depart Merzouga and drive towards Nkob, a traditional Berber village, passing through Alnif. This scenic drive takes you through the volcanic mountains of the Anti-Atlas and the Draa Valley, famous for its vast palm groves and kasbahs.
Stops:
Draa Valley: Enjoy stops in palm oases and kasbahs along the valley, discovering traditional agricultural practices and local crafts.
Evening: Arrive in Nkob, where you’ll stay at a local guesthouse known for its authentic ambiance and views of the surrounding landscapes.
Accommodation: Traditional guesthouse in Nkob, known for local cuisine and a friendly atmosphere.
Day 4: Nkob to Ouarzazate via Agdz
Morning: After breakfast, head towards Ouarzazate, passing through Agdz. Here, you can explore a local kasbah and learn about the region’s history as a stop on ancient caravan routes.
Afternoon: Continue to Ouarzazate. Visit Taourirt Kasbah, an impressive fortified palace that once belonged to the Glaoui family. Option to visit Atlas Film Studios for a behind-the-scenes look at famous movie sets (extra cost).
Evening: Relax and enjoy dinner at a comfortable guesthouse in Ouarzazate.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Ouarzazate with traditional architecture and modern amenities.
Day 5: Ouarzazate to Marrakech via High Atlas
Morning: After breakfast, depart from Ouarzazate and journey back to Marrakech. Stop at Tizi n’Tichka Pass for more mountain views and enjoy scenic stops along the way.
Afternoon: Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon, marking the end of the tour.
