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

Tizi n Tichka - Depart from Marrakech around 07:30, traveling over the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n Tichka pass at an altitude of 2260 meters. Enjoy the stunning views of Berber villages and the elevated mountain scenery. Before reaching the fortified Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, visit the beautiful Telouet Kasbah.

Kasbah du Pacha el Glaoui - Discover a hidden kasbah in the Atlas Mountains at 1800 meters elevation. Telouet Kasbah, located along the former caravan route from the Sahara to Marrakech, was the seat of the El Glaoui family’s power, also known as the Palace of Glaoui. Construction began in 1860 and continued over the years.
TICKET COST: 2 EUROS PER PERSON.

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - Located 30 km before Ouarzazate, the fortified Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou was built in the 11th century. It was once a key stop on the caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. Situated on a hill along the Ounila River, it features beautiful Kasbahs, though they suffer damage from rain and windstorms. Most residents now live in a modern village across the river, but about five families still reside within the Kasbah. Ait Benhaddou has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 and has been featured in films like Lawrence of Arabia (1962), Time Bandits (1981), The Jewel of the Nile (1985), Kundun (1997), Gladiator (2000), and Alexander (2004).

Dades Gorges - Travel to Dades Gorges through the “1000 Kasbahs” route, with large Kasbahs lining the road. Some are restored, but many are in ruins. Visit Amridil Kasbah and pass through the Kelaa M’gouna valley, known for its roses, alfalfa, olive trees, fig trees, and grapes. The valley hosts a rose festival each April. Continue through Dades Valley, originating in the High Atlas Mountains.

Dades Gorges - Todra Valley - Todra Gorges - Merzouga Desert.

Gargantas del Todra - Pass through Boumalen city on the edge of Dades Valley, supporting a large Berber community with its rich agriculture. The Todgha Gorges, beyond the central High Atlas Mountains, offer landscapes reminiscent of Colorado, with high plateaus, gorges, and canyons. Peaks here exceed 4000 meters, with Jbel Saghro at 2500 meters and Jbel Mgoun at 4068 meters. The area is inhabited by Berbers, and visitors can enjoy hiking in the canyons.

Erfoud - Head to Erfoud, known for its pottery and fossil quarries. Fossils are a significant industry here, as the region was part of a vast ocean 350 million years ago.

Merzouga Desert - Journey to the red sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. From a vast plateau, the impressive sand dune of Merzouga emerges on the horizon. In the evening, enjoy a camel ride for about an hour and a half to witness a breathtaking sunset in the high sand dunes of Merzouga. Spend the night in a Berber tented desert camp and enjoy stargazing.

Merzouga - Rissani - Alnif - Agdez - Oasis Fint - Ouarzazate.

Merzouga - Rise early to witness the magical sunrise, with the dunes’ colors and shadows creating a stunning view. Return by camel or 4x4, then meet the driver to enjoy Gnaoua music in Khamlia village.

Khamlia Gnawa Music - Khamlia is a village of nomadic Tuareg people. Visit a nomadic family for tea and experience their lifestyle. Discover the nomadic life of the Tuareg people in Alkhamliya, a village unchanged for centuries.

Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum - Visit Rissani and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif, founder of the Alaouite Dynasty in the 17th century. This quiet town was once the capital of Tafilalet and a major caravan center. Rissani remains a key commercial hub with a lively souk, especially on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. It was historically known for leather and goat skin trading.

Alnif - After a three-hour drive from Rissani, stop in Alnif village for a break.

Nkob - Enjoy lunch in a panoramic restaurant overlooking the Saghro Valley.

Agdz - Take a quick break for restrooms, etc.

Oasis Fint - Fint is a magical oasis 10 km off-road from Ouarzazate. Upon arrival, forget the world and enjoy the views and tranquility. A guide will help explore the area and its history.

Ouarzazate - After visiting all the sights, check into a wonderful hotel in Ouarzazate by evening.

Ouarzazate - Marrakech.

Taourirt Kasbah - Originally built in the 17th century by the Imzwarn family, the Kasbah was later expanded by the Glaoui family in the 19th century. At its peak in the late 19th century, it controlled a strategic location at the confluence of several river valleys, including the Draa and Dades, part of the Saharan trade routes. Thami El Glaoui, a member of the Glaoui family, was the pasha of Marrakesh during French colonial rule. After the end of colonial rule, the Kasbah was taken over by squatters and began to decay. A portion was restored in the 1990s with UNESCO’s help and is now a historical attraction. The Kasbah has appeared in films like Gladiator and Prince of Persia.

Ouarzazate - Known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” Ouarzazate is a city on a bare plateau south of the High Atlas Mountains. Inhabited mainly by Berbers, they built many of the area’s notable Kasbahs and buildings, including the Taourirt Kasbah. The city is a popular film location, hosting Morocco’s largest studios and attracting international film companies for movies like Lawrence of Arabia (1962), The Living Daylights (1987), The Last Temptation of Christ (1988), The Mummy (1999), Gladiator (2000), Kingdom of Heaven (2005), Martin Scorsese’s Kundun (1997), and Babel (2005).

Marrakech - Return to Marrakech and drop off at your accommodation, concluding the trip.

• 1 hour guided tour of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.
• Luxury desert camp stay with camel ride or 4x4 adventure in Sahara Merzouga.
• Convenient pick-up/drop-off from Marrakech accommodations.
• 1h30 guided exploration of Oasis Fint.
• Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Ouarzazate, with dinner and breakfast included.
• Hotel stay at Dades Gorges with an overnight stay.
• Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transport— minivan or 4WD, with an English speaking driver.

• Lunch
• Carbonated beverages
• Gratuities (Optional)

Embark on a thrilling 4-Day Sahara tour originating from Marrakeck that promises an unparalleled desert exploration experience. This Sahara journey ensures an exclusive and extraordinary desert encounter where you will be introduced to an entirely new realm of lifestyle and culture of the Berber people. The venture will initiate from the originality of Marrakech, leading you into the wilderness of the desert.

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.
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