Day 1: Marrakech - Telouet - Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah - Skoura - Dades Gorges.

Tizi n Tichka - Depart from Marrakech around 07:30, crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n Tichka pass at an altitude of 2260 meters. Enjoy stunning views of Berber villages and the majestic mountains. Before reaching the fortified Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, visit the beautiful Kasbah of Telouet.

Kasbah du Pacha el Glaoui - Discover a hidden gem in the Atlas Mountains at 1800 meters elevation. Telouet Kasbah, located along the former caravan route from the Sahara to Marrakech, was the seat of the El Glaoui family’s power, also known as the Palace of Glaoui. Construction began in 1860 and continued over the years.
TICKET COST: 2 EUROS PER PERSON.

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - Located 30 km before Ouarzazate, this fortified Kasbah was built in the 11th century along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. Situated on a hill by the Ounila River, it features beautiful Kasbahs, though they suffer damage from rain and windstorms. Most residents now live in a modern village across the river, but five families still reside within the Kasbah. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, it has been a filming location for movies like Lawrence of Arabia (1962), Time Bandits (1981), The Jewel of the Nile (1985), Kundun (1997), Gladiator (2000), and Alexander (2004).

Dades Gorges - Travel through the Dades Gorges, passing by numerous Kasbahs on both sides of the road. Some are restored, while others remain in ruins. Visit the Amridil Kasbah and pass through the Kelaa M’gouna valley, known for its roses and green landscapes of alfalfa, olive, fig, and grape plants. The valley hosts a national rose festival each April. Continue through the Dades Valley, originating in the High Atlas Mountains.

Dades Gorges - Todra Valley - Todra Gorges - Merzouga Desert.

Gargantas del Todra - Pass through Boumalen city on the edge of the Dades Valley, supporting a large Berber community with its rich agriculture. The Todgha Gorges, beyond the central High Atlas Mountains, offer landscapes reminiscent of Colorado, with high plateaus, gorges, and canyons. Peaks here exceed 4000 meters, with Jbel Saghro at 2500 meters and Jbel Mgoun at 4068 meters being the highest. Enjoy a hike among these stunning canyons.

Erfoud - Head to Erfoud, renowned for its pottery and fascinating fossil quarries. Fossils are a significant industry here, as the region was part of a vast ocean 350 million years ago.

Merzouga Desert - Journey to the red sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. From a vast plateau, marvel at the towering sand dune of Merzouga on the horizon. In the evening, embark on a camel ride for about an hour and a half to witness a breathtaking sunset amidst the high sand dunes of Merzouga. Spend the night in a Berber tented desert camp and enjoy a spectacular view of the stars.

Merzouga - Rissani - Alnif - Agdez - Oasis Fint - Ouarzazate.

Merzouga - Rise early to witness the magical sunrise, with the dunes’ colors and shadows creating a stunning spectacle. Return by camel or 4x4, then meet your driver to enjoy Gnaoua music in Khamlia village.

Khamlia Gnawa Music - Visit Khamlia, a village of nomadic Tuareg people. Stop by a nomadic family for tea and experience the traditional lifestyle. Discover the unchanged nomadic life of the Touareg people in Alkhamliya.

Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum - Explore Rissani and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif, founder of the Alaouite Dynasty in the 17th century. Once the ancient capital of Tafilalet, Rissani was a major caravan center. Today, it remains a key commercial hub with a lively souk, especially on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Historically noted for leather and goat skin trading.

Alnif - After a three-hour drive from Rissani, stop in Alnif village for a break.

Nkob - Enjoy lunch in this town at a panoramic restaurant overlooking the Saghro Valley.

Agdz - Take a quick break here.

Oasis Fint - Discover the magical Oasis Fint, located 10 km off-road from Ouarzazate. Enjoy the serene views and tranquility, with a guide to explore the area’s history.

Ouarzazate - After visiting all the sights, check into a wonderful hotel in Ouarzazate by evening.

Ouarzazate - Marrakech.

Taourirt Kasbah - Originally built in the 17th century by the Imzwarn family, the Kasbah was later expanded by the Glaoui family in the 19th century. At its peak in the late 19th century, it controlled a strategic location at the confluence of several river valleys, including the Draa and Dades, part of the Saharan trade routes. Thami El Glaoui, a member of the Glaoui family, was the pasha of Marrakesh during French colonial rule. After the end of colonial rule, the Kasbah was taken over by squatters and began to decay. A portion was restored in the 1990s with UNESCO’s help and is now a historical attraction. It has appeared in films like Gladiator and Prince of Persia.

Ouarzazate - Known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” Ouarzazate is a city on a barren plateau south of the High Atlas Mountains. Inhabited mainly by Berbers, who built many of the area’s notable Kasbahs and buildings, including the Taourirt Kasbah. The city is a renowned film-making location, hosting Morocco’s largest studios and attracting international film companies for movies like Lawrence of Arabia (1962), The Living Daylights (1987), The Last Temptation of Christ (1988), The Mummy (1999), Gladiator (2000), Kingdom of Heaven (2005), Martin Scorsese’s Kundun (1997), and Babel (2005).

Marrakech - Return to Marrakech and drop off at your accommodation, concluding the trip.

• 1 hour guided tour of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.
• Luxury desert camp stay with camel ride or 4x4 adventure in Sahara Merzouga.
• Convenient pick-up/drop-off from Marrakech accommodations.
• 1h30 guided exploration of Oasis Fint.
• Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Ouarzazate, with dinner and breakfast included.
• Hotel stay at Dades Gorges with an overnight stay.
• Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transport— minivan or 4WD, with an English speaking driver.

• Lunch

Embark on a thrilling 4-Day Sahara tour originating from Marrakeck that promises an unparalleled desert exploration experience. This Sahara journey ensures an exclusive and extraordinary desert encounter where you will be introduced to an entirely new realm of lifestyle and culture of the Berber people. The venture will initiate from the originality of Marrakech, leading you into the wilderness of the desert.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
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