Itinerary
- Day 1
Marrakech
You'll arrive in Marrakech and get transferred to your traditional riad nestled in the medina. Depending on when you land, there's time to wander through the old town and check out the nearby souk, getting your bearings and soaking in the local atmosphere.
- Meals
- Dinner
Optional Activities
- Initial sightseeing in Marrakech medina
- Day 2
Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou
This morning you'll drive over the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass through the High Atlas mountains heading toward the Drâa Valley. You stop at Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO-listed kasbah showing traditional Berber adobe construction that's been used as a filming location for numerous movies.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou kasbah (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Landmarks Ait Ben Haddou Tizi-n-Tichka Pass 
- Day 3
Dades Valley - Todra Gorge
You'll drive through a large oasis and pass through several Berber villages as you head into the Dades Valley and Tinghir. The route takes you up toward the Todra Gorge, where 500-meter-high vertical cliffs create one of the valley's most dramatic features. The drive showcases the region's striking geology and traditional settlements.
- Meals
- Dinner, Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive through oasis and Berber villages
- Visit Dades Valley
- Visit Todra Gorge
Landmarks Dades Valley Todra Gorge - Day 4
Anti-Atlas - Drâa Valley - Zagora
Starting early, you'll cross through the Anti-Atlas mountain range and pass the Tiz'n Tazazert Pass at about 2,300 meters elevation. From there, you head through the mysterious gorges and lunar-like landscapes around Baby n Ali before arriving in Zagora. By evening you'll take in panoramic views of the Drâa Valley, home to Morocco's longest river and its largest palm oasis.
- Meals
- Dinner, Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive through Anti-Atlas mountains
- Pass through Tiz'n Tazazert Pass
- Drive through Baby n Ali gorges and lunar landscapes
- Arrive at Zagora for Drâa Valley views
Landmarks Tiz'n Tazazert Pass Baby n Ali Drâa Valley - Day 5
Mhamid - Desert Trekking - Ras Enkhil
You'll drive to Mhamid and then start your desert trekking adventure with a guide. The day involves hiking between impressive sand dunes toward Ras Enkhil, where you'll have lunch in the shade of acacia trees. This first day gives you a feel for the terrain and the rhythm of desert travel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in the shade of acacia trees), Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided desert hike between sand dunes
- Trek to Ras Enkhil
- Lunch in the shade of acacia trees in the desert
Landmarks Mhamid Ras Enkhil 
- Day 6
Sahara - Sidi Naji - Desert Dunes
After breakfast, you'll cross a small plain to reach Sidi Naji, a marabout or mausoleum standing alone in the desert. Lunch happens near this site, and then you continue hiking along the majestic dunes. The landscape keeps shifting around you as you make your way deeper into the Sahara.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided hike to Sidi Naji marabout
- Desert dune hike
- Lunch near Sidi Naji
Landmarks Sidi Naji - Day 7
Sahara - Erg Zaher Dunes
An early start gets you heading toward Erg Zaher. You'll cross flat plateaus and sand dunes to reach the highest point of the Zaher dune, then set up camp at its base. In the afternoon, you climb the gigantic dunes to catch the sunset from above, with views stretching across the desert.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek across plateaus and sand dunes
- Climb Erg Zaher dunes
- Sunset viewing from highest dune point
Landmarks Erg Zaher - Day 8
Sahara - Erg Smar - Ancient Caravan Route
This day follows an ancient caravan route through the heart of the dunes starting from Erg Smar. You'll trek through the desert landscape while seeing traces of past caravan routes. Walking these same paths connects you to the region's history of desert trade and travel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek along ancient caravan route
- Trek through Erg Smar dunes
Landmarks Erg Smar - Day 9
Sahara - Erg Sedra Dunes
An early start lets you enjoy the refreshing morning air on your way to Erg Sedra. As you trek through the sand dunes, the rising sun bathes the landscape in warm colors. The silence and the constantly shifting dune landscape create a sense of peace and isolation unique to desert travel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek to Erg Sedra
- Trek through sand dunes
Landmarks Erg Sedra - Day 10
Sahara - Erg Chigaga - Highest Dune
This final desert trekking stage takes you through varied terrain with dunes, flat plateaus, and tamarisk trees until you reach Erg Chigaga, Morocco's highest dune. You'll camp at its base and watch the sunset from this dramatic vantage point, then celebrate the end of your desert journey into the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek through desert landscapes
- Trek to Erg Chigaga dunes
- Sunset viewing from Erg Chigaga
- Final evening with desert team
Landmarks Erg Chigaga 
- Day 11
Drâa Valley - Agdez - Palm Oasis
A 4x4 returns you through the desert to where your trek started. From there, you continue toward the palm oasis of Agdez, driving through the Drâa Valley with its towering kasbahs, river-lined palms, and fruit plantations. The scenery shifts as you leave the dunes behind.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- 4x4 transfer through desert
- Drive through Drâa Valley
- Visit Agdez palm oasis
Landmarks Drâa Valley Agdez - Day 12
Anti-Atlas - Taliouine - Taznakht - Taroudant
You'll journey across the Anti-Atlas with stops at notable places along the route. Passing through Taliouine, you'll see the region famous for saffron production, then the village of Taznakht known for its Berber carpets. You arrive in Taroudant, the provincial capital and center for Berber communities from the High Atlas and Anti-Atlas.
- Meals
- Dinner, Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive through Anti-Atlas mountains
- Stop in Taliouine saffron-growing region
- Visit Taznakht Berber carpet village
- Arrive in Taroudant
Landmarks Taliouine Taznakht Taroudant - Day 13
High Atlas - Taroudant to Marrakech
Driving from Taroudant on the southern side of the High Atlas toward Marrakech, you'll experience the landscape transition from mountain backdrop to vibrant Moroccan scenery. Arriving at the medina, you'll encounter the energy of the city with its busy streets, beautiful gardens, and historic character.
- Meals
- Dinner, Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive through High Atlas mountains
- Arrive in Marrakech medina
Landmarks High Atlas Mountains Marrakech Medina - Day 14
Marrakech City Tour
Start with Moroccan tea or coffee on Djemaa el Fna square, a UNESCO-recognized masterpiece. From there you walk through the medina's twisting souks and alleyways, checking out the Koutubia Mosque, colorful markets, Saadian tombs, the Bab Agnau gate from the 12th century, and Bahia Palace. Time to wander artisan quarters for traditional crafts.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Moroccan tea/coffee at Djemaa el Fna square
- Guided city tour of Marrakech medina
- Visit Koutubia Mosque
- Explore medina souks
- Visit Saadian tombs
- Visit Bab Agnau gate
- Visit Bahia Palace
- Explore artisan quarters
Landmarks Djemaa el Fna Koutubia Mosque Medina of Marrakech Saadian Tombs Bab Agnau Bahia Palace - Day 15
Marrakech to Airport
Your hotel arranges a transfer to Marrakech airport for your departure, bringing your tour to a close.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Marrakech Airport
