Day 1 : Marrakech - Telouet - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Dades Gorges.

Tizi n Tichka - Departure from Marrakech around 07H30 to Ouarzazate we pass over the High Atlas Mountains via col Tizin Tichka(2260 m) of altitude. During the journey we will enjoy many beautiful scenes of the Berber villages, elevated views of the mountains. before to arrive to the fortified Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, there’s another beautiful kasbah of Telouet.

Kasbah du Pacha el Glaoui - there’s a beautiful hidden kasbah in the middle of the atlas mountains at elevation of (1800 m) Telouet Kasbah is a Kasbah along the former route of the caravans from the Sahara over the Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. The kasbah was the seat of the El Glaoui family’s power, thus sometimes also called the Palace of Glaoui. Its construction started in 1860 and it was further expanded in later years.
TICKET COST 2 EUROS PER PERSON.

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - before to arrive to Ouarzazate of 30 Km there is the fortified Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, built in the 11th century. Once upon a time this Kasbah was the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. It is situated on a hill along the Ounila River and has some beautiful examples of Kasbahs, which unfortunately sustain damage during each rainstorm and windstorms. Most of the town’s inhabitants now live in a more modern village at the other side of the river; however, around five families are still living within this Kasbah. Ait Benhaddou Kasbah has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 and several films have been shot there, including Lawrence of Arabia (1962), Time Bandits (1981), The Jewel of the Nile (1985), Kundun (1997), Gladiator (2000) and Alexander (2004)

• Camel ride and 4x4 adventure in the Merzouga desert
• Guided half-day city tour of Fes
• Overnight stay in a luxury Sahara desert camp with dinner and breakfast
• One-hour guided tour of Ait Ben Haddou Castle
• One night in Dades Gorges hotel with dinner and breakfast
• Transport in air-conditioned minivan/4WD and English-speaking driver
• Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation or airport
• Multiple meals included: breakfasts and dinners throughout the tour
• Accommodations provided: two nights in Chefchaouen, one night in Fes

• Lunch
• Carbonated beverages
• Gratuities (Optional)

Embark on a remarkable 6-day journey from Marrakech to Chefchaouen, stopping at Merzouga, Fes, and Casablanca. Delight in the picturesque route, stunning landscapes of varying hues, and the quaint Berber villages strewn along the path from Ouarzazate. Get a taste of history at the UNESCO heritage sites of Ait ben Haddou and Taourirt Kasbahs, before progressing through lush oases, palm-lined groves, and dramatic gorges. Traverse valleys and dried-up river beds to reach Merzouga, where a sunset camel trek across sandy dunes awaits, followed by a night under the stars in a desert camp, complete with a traditional Moroccan feast. Proceed through Midelt and Morocco’s Switzerland, Ifran, to reach the captivating city of Fes. Wander through the labyrinthine alleys of Fez Medina, explore the dreamlike blue city, and familiarize yourself with the city’s captivating past and its warm locals. End the tour with a visit to Rabat or Casablanca.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.