- Marrakech
- 6 Days
Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate
6 Days Marrakech to the Desert, Departure from your hotel in Marrakech (8:00 am) towards Ouarzazate. We cross the impressive High Atlas mountains via Tizi-N-Tichka which culminates at (2260m). We will make a stop to enjoy the impressive landscapes. Admire the Berber villages nestled in the mountain. After lunch at a local restaurant, we will visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. Then we will continue to Ouarzazate. We stop to visit the Ouarzazate film studios, where several international films have been shot. Dinner and accommodation in a typical Berber hotel.
Day 2: Ouarzazate – Draa Valley – Agdez – Merzouga
After breakfast, we will visit the Kasbah of Taourirt, then we will explore the scenic route through the Jabel Saghro mountain range, to the oasis and kasbahs of the Draa Valley, where the largest river in Morocco is located. . . . . . We will cross many Berber villages including Agdez and N’kob, known for these beautiful kasbahs, where we will stop for lunch in a kasbah.
We will continue to Merzouga through Tazarine and Alnif. In Erg chebbi you will have a camel ride for one hour, you will admire the sunset on the big dunes, you will also enjoy a good Berber dinner in the bivouac around the campfire. You will spend the night in nomad tents.
Day 3: Merzouga – Khamlia – Rissani – Erg Chebbi
Morning Desert Exploration
Our day begins with an immersive journey through the golden dunes of Merzouga. We’ll venture deep into the desert landscape, where you’ll witness the traditional nomadic lifestyle that has endured for centuries. A highlight of our morning includes visiting a local nomadic family in their traditional tent, offering authentic insight into their daily routines and customs.
Cultural Encounters in Khamlia
Next, we’ll visit the vibrant village of Khamlia, renowned as the home of Gnawa culture. Here, you’ll experience the captivating rhythms and spiritual music of this unique Moroccan tradition, performed by local musicians.
Historic Rissani & Market Visit
Our journey continues to the imperial city of Rissani, where we’ll:
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Enjoy a delicious lunch of local specialties
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Explore the bustling traditional markets
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Discover the rich history of this former royal capital
Sunset Camel Trek & Desert Camp
Returning to Merzouga in the afternoon, we’ll prepare for our magical camel ride into the dunes. As the sun begins to set, we’ll make our way to our desert bivouac, where we’ll spend the night under the stars, complete with:
✓ Traditional Berber dinner
✓ Campfire music
✓ Comfortable nomadic-style tents
Day 4: Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Gorges
We will get up early to see the spectacle of the sunrise over the Sahara dunes, before returning to the hotel to have breakfast and shower. After breakfast, we will cross Erfoud towards the High Atlas Mountains towards the Todra Gorges. We will take a short walk through Todra Gorge before continuing to Dades Gorge. In the afternoon, you will have free time to walk through the Dades Gorge. Dinner and night with the locals.
Day 5: Dades Gorges – Ouarzazate – Telouet – Marrakech
We will take a morning walk to Ouarzazate through the gorges where we will follow the Dades valley through Kalaat M’gouna and the Skoura oasis, you will discover the path of a thousand kasbahs. After lunch in Ouarzazate, we cross the High Atlas Mountains to visit the Kasbah of Telouet and the Kasbah of Glaoui. Then we will arrive at your hotel in Marrakech.
Day 6: Transfer to the airport
After your breakfast, we transfer you to the Marrakech airport and finish our 6 Days Marrakech to the Desert.
Included:
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- Transport comfortable vehicle (4×4 / minibus) with driver guide.
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- Nights in beautiful hotels with dinner and breakfast ( Berber camp or luxury camp in the desert).
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- Camel ride in the dunes.
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- Visit historical sites.
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- Visit of the souks.
Not included:
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- Drinks
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- Tips
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- Additional activities
Customize This tour?
It is possible to modify the itinerary according to your needs and desires. You can choose different destinations, change the duration of the trip, add activities or tours, and even change the mode of transport. You can also choose different accommodations and restaurants to ensure that your trip is as pleasant as possible.
♦ How to book this tour?
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- Desired destination
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- Date of departure and return
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- Number of people traveling
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- Your requirements (type of accommodation, type of transport, etc.)
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