8 Days from Marrakech
Day 1:
Upon arrival in Marrakech, you will be transferred to your Riad.
Day 2:
After breakfast, we’ll embark on a guided tour of Marrakech, known as “the red city of Morocco.” This tour will cover significant historical and cultural landmarks such as the Majorelle Gardens, the Koutoubia Tower, the Saadian Tombs, and the Bahia Palace. Following lunch at a nearby restaurant, we’ll stroll through the bustling souks, leaving the rest of the day for your leisure.
Day 3:
After breakfast at your Riad, we’ll journey towards the Dades Valley, passing through the scenic Tizi-n-Tichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains. En route, we’ll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, renowned for its appearances in various films. Our day will continue with stops at the Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate, the Roses Valley, and the Berber villages of El Kelaa des M’Gouna before arriving at the Dades Valley for an overnight stay in a traditional Moroccan house with dinner and breakfast.
Day 4:
Today, we’ll head to Merzouga, home to the impressive Erg Chebbi Sahara Desert. Along the way, we’ll pass through oases like Tinjdad and stop for lunch at a traditional Moroccan restaurant in Mellab or Touroug. Afterward, we’ll journey through the palm tree oasis of Tafilalet and the black Hamada before reaching Merzouga. Here, you’ll stay in a traditional Moroccan Riad and enjoy a local dinner.
Day 5:
After breakfast, we’ll explore the area, visiting the ‘village of the blacks’ to experience their culture and music. Later, we’ll meet nomad families living in Berber tents and enjoy a traditional Berber meal for lunch. You’ll also have the option to visit the historic city of Rissani before embarking on a camel trek through the sand dunes to a campsite, where you’ll enjoy dinner and spend the night.
Day 6:
Before sunrise, you’ll climb the sand dunes for breathtaking photo opportunities and witness a stunning sunrise. After breakfast and showers at the Riad, we’ll journey back to Ouarzazate, passing through the Draa Valley and several picturesque towns. You’ll spend the night in a guest house in Ouarzazate with dinner and breakfast.
Day 7:
After breakfast, we’ll return to Marrakech via the majestic High Atlas mountains, dropping you off at your Riad upon arrival.
Day 8:
Transfer to the airport for your departure.