6 DAYS FROM MARRAKECH DEEP SOUTH IN MOROCCO AND DESERT TOUR -

6 DAYS FROM MARRAKECH DEEP SOUTH IN MOROCCO AND DESERT TOUR

“Embark on a 6-day adventure through the Deep South and Desert Tour, starting in Marrakech and traversing through the stunning Merzouga Desert and Draa Valley. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Eastern South Morocco as you explore its majestic Kasbahs and take in the most awe-inspiring sights of the Moroccan desert. Highlights of the tour include visits to the famous Kasbah Ben Haddou and film studios in Ouarzazate, as well as stops at the breathtaking gorges of Dades and Toudra. You’ll even get to experience sleeping in a desert camp under a traditional Berber tent.”

HIGHLIGHTS :

• Enjoy the beautiful landscapes between Merzouga and Marrakech
• Take a short walks in Dades and The Draa Valley
• Drive the Tizi n Tichka Pass of the High Atlas Mountains
• Visit the UNESCO worlde heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou
• Pass Ouarzazate and visit Film Studios and Taourirt Kasbah
• Camel ride for sunset and sunrise, overnight in Tents

Program Details:

DAY 1 : MARRAKECH - AIT BENHADDOU - OUARZAZAT

“Enjoy a delicious breakfast before embarking on a journey to Ouarzazate. Along the way, you’ll take a scenic walk through the High Atlas mountains, near the majestic Tizi N’Tichka peak that towers at 2,260 meters. The slopes of the mountain are dotted with charming villages that are sure to captivate your attention. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a leisurely lunch before visiting the world heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou. This famous kasbah has been used as a backdrop in more than 20 films. After a day of exploration, you’ll spend the night in Ouarzazate.”

DAY 2 : OUARZAZATE - DADES GORGES - TODGHA GORGES

“After enjoying a hearty breakfast, we’ll begin our journey towards Skoura, where we’ll visit the famous Kasbah Amredhyle, a true gem on the “Route of the Thousand Kasbahs” in the south. Our route will then take us through the scenic valley of roses, where we’ll make stops at Kella M’Gouna, Boumalane, and Tinghir, with its breathtaking canyons. We’ll indulge in a delicious lunch at a local restaurant nestled in the canyons of Todra, followed by some free time to explore the gorgeous “gorges.” After a day full of adventures, we’ll retire to our comfortable hotel for a good night’s rest.”

DAY 3 : TODGHA - TINJDAD - ERFOUD - MERZOUGA :

“Following breakfast, we will depart early for Erfoud. Along the way, we will pass through numerous Berber villages including Tinjdad and Erfoud, and start to feel the beginnings of the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet. Continuing on, we will arrive in Merzouga after a relaxing drive. Once in Merzouga, we will check into our hotel and spend the night.”

DAY 4 : MERZOUGA - VISIT OF NOMAD FAMILY – DESERT CAMP AND CAMEL TREK

“After an early wake-up call, we embark on our adventure and head to the village of Khamlia to listen to live Gnawa music. We then continue on a track that leads us to visit nomadic families who live in traditional Berber tents, where we enjoy a hot cup of tea and discover a new way of life. We return to the village for a delicious lunch. In the afternoon, we ride camels and venture into the sand dunes. We will spend the night in a Berber bivouac.”

DAY 5 : MERZOUGA - THE DRAA VALLEY - AGDZ

“After waking up early to watch the sunrise in the desert, we return to the hotel by camel and have breakfast. Then, we depart for the city of Rissani, which was once the capital of the ancient Alawite sultans and the seat of the Alawite dynasty. Next, we continue our journey towards Alnif, passing through the oasis of Tazarine and N’Kob, where we stop for lunch. Our route takes us through the beautiful Draa Valley and the Berber village of Agdz, where we spend the night in a hotel located in the palm grove of Agdz.

DAY 6 : AGDZ - OUARZAZATE – MARRAKECH

“After breakfast, we will begin our return journey to Marrakesh by crossing the Tizi N Tichka pass and the High Atlas Mountains, taking in the stunning views along the way. Once we arrive in Marrakesh, we will transfer you to your Riad and this will mark the end of our services.”