Embark on a 2-day private desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora, exclusively tailored for you and your family or group. Experience luxury and adventure as you explore the High Atlas Mountains, visit Berber villages and valleys, and discover famous kasbahs and film studios. Book now!
Marrakech -Tizi N’tichka - Ait Ben Haddou - Agdz - Draa Valley Zagora.
Tizi n Tichka - Translated from Berber Language to English as (The Pass of Tichka) It is located at the High Atlas Mountain range with an Altitude of (2260 m - 7414 ft) As a road it is considered the highest mountain pass in Morocco, or highest road point. It offers a stunning view over the north version with its Berber villages due to its location and height. We’ll be stopping here to to take some panorama pictures in interested.
Telouet - Telouat Berber Village is used to be the passage of the merchant caravans, which connected the desert with the large cities situated on the other side of the Atlas, and the proximity of the salt mines, made the wealth of the Pashas inhabiting Telouet.
The current kasbah was built starting in 1860 by Mohammed Ibiyet, the head of the Glaoui clan in the High Atlas. Construction took 5 years and is said to have involved some 300 craftsmen brought from many parts of Morocco, including Fes. In later years, the kasbah continued to be expanded as the family grew in power and wealth.
Ait Ben Haddou - Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah or (Berber Citadel/Fortress) where we will stop for lunch and then a guided visit of the Kasbah afterwards. It is so unique as it had become a UNESCO world heritage site since 1987, which makes it the only Kasbah that it is still in its origins.
Lots of American popular movies had been shot here, like The Gladiator, Asterix Obelix, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, The Jewel of the Nile, The last temptation of Christ and many more.
Agdz - Agdz, also spelled Agdez, is located about 65 kilometers south of Ouarzazate,
Agdz, which means in the Berber Language “resting place,” is located along the old caravan route linking Marrakech to Timbuktu, and played an important role in the exchange of goods across the Sahara.
It is also know for it’s large amazing Palm Oasis.
Zagora - We reach our final destination of the first day, ride your camels for about 40min to get you to your camp site to enjoy a delicious dinner at your luxury camp together with Berber men playing music under the stars.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Travel in comfort with a private luxury A/C Mercedes van
- Stay hydrated with mini bottled water on board
- Expert English-speaking driver to guide you
- Optional dinner available
- Opportunity to stay overnight at a luxury camp
- Guided tours and entrance fees to Ait Ben Haddou, Taourirte Kasbah, and Cinema Studio as options
- Enjoy a camel ride to and from the camp with the optional upgrade
- Start your day with an optional breakfast
- Activities such as ATV ride
- Drinks during dinner
- Lunches
- Gratuities
This tour, solely for your group or family, is the ideal pick for those who are vacationing in Morocco for a short while or only intend to dedicate a brief part of their Moroccan journey to a desert expedition.
It’s a condensed but thrillingly packed trip. Beginning from Marrakech, this journey will take you through the High Atlas Mountains and the renowned Tichka pass to the southern Draa valley.
Experience breathtaking views from atop the mountains and with several halts, capture the best moments of your group amid Berber towns and valleys. The trip includes a visit to the most celebrated kasbahs (Berber Fortresses) in Morocco, namely Ait Ben Haddou and Taourirt Kasbahs, in addition to the celebrated film studios in Ouarzazate for some fantastic shots of film sets.
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