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Excursion Details
⏳ 2 Days & 2 Nights
Marrakech > Telouet Kasbah > Aït Ben Haddou > Dades Valley > Skoura > Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs > Roses Valley > Dades Gorges > Dades Valley > Erfoud > Rissani > Sahara Desert > Merzouga > Ouarzazate > CLA Cinema Studios > Taourirt Kasbah > Tichka Pass > Todgha Gorges > Midelt > Ifrane > Fez
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Tour Description
Embark on an unforgettable adventure from Marrakech, visiting the Telouet Kasbah, Aït Ben Haddou, and the Dades Valley. Explore the Roses Valley before venturing into the Sahara Desert for a camel ride and a night in a desert camp. Continue your journey through Erfoud and Rissani to the Erg Chebbi dunes. Then, head to Ouarzazate to discover the Atlas Cinema Studios and the Taourirt Kasbah before returning to Marrakech.
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle, 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser + fuel
- Driver speaking English/French/Spanish during the tour
- Camel trek and overnight stay in a Berber camp (in the desert)
- Free time to explore the sites, take walks, visit the canyons, photo stops, etc.
Excluded
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
Itinerary
- Start your journey towards the Sahara Desert: Take the road to Ouarzazate, passing through traditional Berber villages in the High Atlas Mountains, offering breathtaking panoramic views.
- Pass through the Tizi n’Tichka pass: Ascend this spectacular pass, reaching an altitude of 2,210 meters.
- Lunch stop: Enjoy lunch and visit a local women-run argan cooperative to learn about the process of argan oil production.
- Visit Telouet Kasbah: Explore this hidden kasbah, once the stronghold of the famous Pacha Glaoui family, and admire its unique architecture.
- Discover Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah: Explore this iconic kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its role in movies like Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and The Mummy.
- Explore the Kasbah’s historical significance: Learn about the importance of this kasbah as a route for travelers and merchants.
- Continue to Skoura Palm Grove: Travel through the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs, a fascinating landscape dotted with kasbahs and oases.
- Overnight in Skoura: Enjoy a relaxing night in a local Riad in Skoura.
- Explore the Skoura Valley: Discover the Skoura Valley, an oasis in the desert, rich in fertile land and stunning Kasbahs.
- Visit the Roses Valley: Explore this valley famous for rose water production, and if you’re traveling in May, don’t miss the Rose Festival.
- Continue towards the Dades Valley: Head towards the Dades Valley, known for its impressive landscapes, rocky cliffs, and unique geological formations.
- Pass through diverse natural landscapes: Admire the fields of flowers, agricultural lands, and rivers that line the route.
- Arrive in the Dades Valley: Enjoy a traditional dinner and spend the night in a local Riad, for an authentic experience in the heart of this spectacular landscape.
- Explore Erfoud: Begin the day by exploring Erfoud, the fossil capital, known for its many local businesses specializing in fossilized marble.
- Visit Rissani: Continue to Rissani, formerly Sijilmassa, a historic stop for caravans. Discover the Old Ksar of Rissani and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif, a key figure in Morocco’s history.
- Head towards the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga: Continue your journey towards the famous Erg Chebbi dunes, the largest sand dunes in Morocco.
- Camel trek through the dunes: Enjoy a camel ride through the dunes to reach a desert camp. You can also climb a higher dune to witness a spectacular sunset.
- Dinner by the campfire: Savor a traditional dinner around the campfire, accompanied by Berber music and captivating stories.
- Overnight in a desert camp: Spend the night in a nomadic camp to experience the authentic desert under the stars.
- Early morning to catch the desert sunrise: Enjoy a breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara dunes.
- Breakfast at the camp: Indulge in a traditional breakfast at the camp before heading back to the city.
- Visit a local fossil workshop in Erfoud: Stop in Erfoud to explore a local fossil workshop, an iconic feature of the region.
- Drive through the Atlas Mountains: Head towards Ouarzazate, passing through Agdez and the crossroads of the Draa Valley.
- Arrive in Ouarzazate: Reach Ouarzazate in the late afternoon for dinner and an overnight stay at a local hotel or Riad.
- Explore the CLA Film Studios: Visit the famous Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate, covering 30,000 square meters, with sets, sculptures, and Egyptian-style buildings.
- Discover the films shot here: Learn about iconic films shot at these studios, such as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, and Game of Thrones.
- Visit Taourirt Kasbah: Explore this historic kasbah in Ouarzazate, a landmark site in the region.
- Drive back to Marrakech via Tichka Pass: Take the scenic route back to Marrakech, crossing the spectacular Tichka Pass with panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains.
- Transfer to your Riad or hotel: Upon arrival in Marrakech, transfer to your Riad or hotel to conclude your journey.
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