Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka Pass – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley
• Start your experience with a scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with stops for panoramic views of remote Berber villages.
• Guided tour (Optional) of Ait Benhaddou fortress to capture a UNESCO World Heritage Site and iconic filming location for movies such as the Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
• Explore Ouarzazate, the Gateway to the Sahara, before arriving in the dramatic Dades Valley.
• Overnight in a premium accommodation in Dades Valley surrounded by rugged cliffs and valleys.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert
• After a delightful breakfast, explore through the towering limestone cliffs of Todra Gorge.
• Journey through palm groves and Berber villages toward the Sahara.
• Explore Erfoud, renowned for its fossil workshops and prehistoric rock art.
• Arrive in Merzouga and enjoy a breathtaking sunset camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi to a luxury desert camp.
• Enjoy a gourmet Moroccan dinner under the stars, accompanied by live nomadic music.
Day 3: Merzouga Desert – Khamlia Village – Sahara Adventures
• Sunrise over the Sahara dunes followed by breakfast at the camp.
• Visit desert oases, Khamlia and Hassi Labied Villages for a soulful Gnawa music performance by local artists.
• Free time for optional activities: sandboarding, 4x4 desert excursions, or relaxing in the serene dunes.
• Overnight in a top-rated accommodation surrounded by the majestic desert dunes
Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani Market – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate
• After a hearty breakfast, head to Rissani and visit its lively Market, a bustling hub of Saharan culture and traditional trade.
• Explore the Zaouia of Moulay Ali El-Charif, and traditional colorful souks.
• Travel through breathtaking desert scenery, passing rugged mountains and lush palm-filled valleys.
• Stop at the stunning Draa Valley to admire the contrast of arid terrain and greenery.
• Continue to Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” home to the famous Atlas Studios, where many blockbuster films are made.
• Conclude your journey with a well-deserved rest in a traveler’s choice accommodation in Ouarzazate
Day 5: Ouarzazate – Telouet Kasbah – Marrakech
• After a leisurely morning, set off to explore the renowned Kasbahs along the route and uncover the rich history of the Glaoui dynasty’s fortress.
• Return to Marrakech via the High Atlas Mountains, with final photo stops at mountain vistas.
• Drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation, concluding your Sahara adventure.
