Immerse yourself in the most surprising part of the Moroccan desert, and contemplate the contrasts offered by its different Landscapes as you cross Motorways, Dirt Tracks, Valleys, Ports, Mountain Gorges and Historic towns.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Marrakesh - Aït Benhaddou -
Ouarzazate - The Dadès Gorges
On the first day we leave behind Marrakesh at 8am to hit the road towards Ouarzazate. On the way we cross the striking Atlas Mountains, crossing through the stunning Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass, 2,260 metres high.
At the mid point of the journey we will arrive at the Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, the most impressive fortified city in all Morocco, and backdrop to movies such as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator and Kingdom of Heaven.
The route then continues to Ouarzazate where we will take in the Taourirt Kasbah. Taking
The Road of a Thousand Kasbahs” towards Skoura we will then cross the Valley of the Roses to finally arrive at the Dadès Gorges, where we will spend the night.
Day 2: Dadès Gorges - Todgha Gorges - Merzouga
Having eaten breakfast we set off towards the Dadès Valley, crossing on the way the incredible Todgha Gorges where we will stay until lunch time. With our energy recovered, we move on in the direction of Merzouga, passing through the Jorf palm grove (which produces the best dates) and Erfoud, a village where you can visit a marble workshop.
Having arrived in Merzouga, we will swap our motor vehicles for camels to immerse ourselves in the desert, and search for the Bedouin camp where we will spend the night.
Here, soundtracked by desert silence, we will enjoy one of the most authentic dinners in all Morocco.
Day 3 Merzouga - Rissani-Alnif-Tazarine - Draa Valley - Agdz, Marrakesh
If there is one unmissable sight in the desert it is sunrise. Having enjoyed this tranquil moment, the tour returns to its camels, to make for a hotel where we can shower and have breakfast.
Passing through the Tafilalet palm grove and Rissani village (from where Morocco’s ruling Alaouite dynasty comes) the tour arrives at Alnif, where we take the road crossing the Anti Atlas mountain range. Through these remarkable mountainous passages we will arrive at Tazarine, (an important Berber village), N’kob and, finally the Draa Valley and its impressive palm grove.
Having crossed the mountain range by the Tizi n-Tinifift pass (1660 metres high) we arrive at Ouarzazate, where we will stop to eat before continuing our return journey to Marrakesh - leaving you at your hotel between 8 and 9 pm.
Points of Interest
- Hôtel Restaurant Café de France
- 2 nights accommodation (hotel and Berber tent)
- Transport in a Toyota Landcruiser 4X4 or minibus
- Dinner and Breakfast included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Entry/Admission to major desert attractions: Merzouga Dunes, Erg Chebbi Dunes, and Erg Chebbi
- Knowledgeable driver speaking your language
- Drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
