5 DAYS DESERT TOUR FROM MARRAKECH

itinerary of 5 DAYS DESERT TOUR FROM MARRAKECH

Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades

This 5 days desert tour from Marrakech will start from the old capital of Morocco’s ancient monarchs, and it is named to be the capital of the Maghreb Union. In the morning we will drive through the High Atlas Mountains that is known by the highest top in Morocco 4,167m named Toubkal go Through the Tizi N’Tichka passage on the mountain and enjoy the various landscape views. We will have a break for a tea with mint or coffee at one of the Amazigh Hamlets.

Next break will be at Ait Ben Hadou village to visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Hadou; an old building that is for collective living, this Kasbah is nominated as a UNSCO heritage in 1987. This Kasbah and the region in general is very important for the industry of film making (famous movies like the man who would be king in 1975 and many others) it is also a fortress on the Salt Road where caravans from different regions came to buy slaves, gold, ivory and salt. Here we will enjoy the lunch time special food of the region.

After we will continue the path towards the Dades Valley, through the Kalaat Magouna; a town known by it’s thousands hectares of roses you can admire on May, Skoura Amazigh villages surrounding the valley of Dades; this valley which is shaped in a form of gorges long time ago, here we can spend the first night.

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Jorf – Erfoud – Merzouga (Erg Chebbi Desert)

After the breakfast, We will continue the road through the valley admiring the amazing rock formation ( the monkey toes) and the integration of the of Kasbahs within the beautiful nature to name but a few the amazing Kasbah of AitYul from the 19 century. Entering Tinrghir region and the Todra Valley and it’s panoramic landscape view and surrounding Amazigh villages.

In the Todra valley we will have a walk through the river with it’s amazing 300m high red cliff which a favorite destination for many rock-limbers to practice this sport. Lunch time will be served either in Rissani or Erfoud; two town oasis in the sahara, before leaving to merzouga the village of the golden sand where you will be welcomed with a tea with mint then checking in a Hotel

Day 3: Merzouga – Off-road – Nomad Families – Old Berber Villages – Merzouga

Ensuring you don’t miss the mesmerizing spectacle of the desert sunrise our attentive staff will wake you up at dawn  You will have breakfast after experiencing this magical moment after taking some time to relax and unwind before embarking on a thrilling 4WD off-road tour Our journey commences in Merzouga with a visit to the fossils and discover an ancient eyeliner mine as we pay a visit to the nomads in their traditional handwoven tents, where you can learn about their way of life and savor a cup of refreshing Berber tea.

Our next stop is the enchanting Khamlia village, renowned for its vibrant Gnaoua music and captivating dance performances. The inhabitants of this village trace their origins to sub-Saharan countries such as Mali, Sudan, and Niger. Enjoy some free time for lunch at a local restaurant.Your journey continues to the oasis of Merzouga, where you can explore the community gardens and visit the nomadic depository.

Afterwards you ride the camels and croos the sand dunes to  to desert camp. you will have stop on the way to enjoy the sunset views. overnight in desert camp 

Day 4: Merzouga – Errissani – Alnif – Nkob – Agdz – Ouarzazate

After a  tasty breakfast. we  will take the route towards Ouarzazate to overnight and visit this wonderful cinematographic place called Hollywood of Morocco, taking pictures of its monuments used for filming.  Passing through many different landscapes and villages Errissani where the Mausoleum of the first sultan of the current Dynasty of Morocco the grandfather of Mohammed the 6th Moulay Ali Cherif.  You may stop for lunch when it is the time at one of those villages.

Day 5: Ouarzazate – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

After having the breakfast, we will start the trip for this day From Ouarzazate, meeting the valley of roses which is cultivated with hectares of roses; their beauty and smell could be seen in May. The drive will take us to the Ighram “the fortified village” of Ait ben Haddou; where we will have lunch, whose name is taken from the Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1987, where famous films were shot to name but a few as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, The Mummy. Tizi Ntichka, is the next stop, a mountain wind road which we will climb to the top and take pictures of the amazing view. At the end of the road, Marrakech was known in Tamazight as Amour N Akouch or the land of GOD. Arriving in the evening our driver will pick you up at your last destination.

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Please note that this suggested itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to your specific preferences and travel duration. We specialize in creating custom-made Morocco tours and trips.

The tour price per person is subject to change based on group size and chosen accommodation standard. Fixed transportation costs are divided among participants.

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