Package Overview
On an 8-day odyssey that weaves through the magical South of Morocco, from the bustling souks of Marrakesh to the silent, star-dusted dunes of the Sahara. Trace ancient caravan routes across the High Atlas via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass, stand in awe before the UNESCO-watched Ksar of Ait Benhaddou, and sleep in Berber tents under a blanket of bright stars in Merzouga. This journey balances deep cultural immersion with desert adventure, including a half-day desert exploration, Gnawa music in Khamlia, and a full day to lose yourself in the palatial gardens and legendary squares of the Red City.
Highlights
- Sunrise over Erg Chebbi: Witness the dawn break over the golden sand dunes of Merzouga after a short morning walk.
- Ait Benhaddou: Explore the iconic, best-preserved Ksar in Southern Morocco, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Todra Canyons: Stand between 250-meter high rock cliffs in Tinghir, a climber's and photographer's paradise.
- Berber Tents under the Stars: Spend a night in the desert with dinner and accommodation in traditional tents, far from city lights.
- Majorelle Garden & YSL Legacy: Discover the French-influenced blue garden once owned by Yves Saint Laurent in Marrakech.
Itinerary
Welcome by Atlas Voyages staff. Transfer to your hotel for check-in, dinner, and accommodation.
Early 4WD departure over the Tizi-n-Tichka pass (2260m). Visit the sublime Kasbah of Telouet. Continue to Ksar Ait Benhaddou (UNESCO). Panoramic visit of Ouarzazate with a stop at the Kasbah of Taourirt. Dinner and overnight in Ouarzazate.
Drive through the "Road of a Thousand Kasbahs" via Skoura and the Dades Valley. Continue to Tinghir to visit the magnificent Todra Canyons (250m high rocks). Off-road track to Merzouga. Dinner and overnight in Berber tents under the stars.
Early morning walk to watch the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. Adventure tour around the dunes, visit Khamlia Village (Gnawa spiritual music), old Mifis mines, and a local nomadic tent for tea. Depart to Zagora, touring the Ziz palm groves and Moulay Ali Cherfi Mausoleum. Dinner and accommodation in Zagora
Breakfast, then head to Marrakech from Agdz, passing through villages and palm groves along the Drâa river. Continue via the Tizi-n’Tichka pass. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel in Marrakech.
Visit Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia Minaret, and Menara Gardens. Lunch in an old medina palace. Afternoon: Majorelle Garden. End the day at Jamaa El Fna Square with its souks and handicraft quarters. Dinner and accommodation in Marrakech
Day at leisure for optional excursions, personal exploration, or shopping. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. (Note: Lunch is NOT included in the FB supplement on this day).
Transfer to Menara Airport with assistance for departure formalities.
Inclusions
- Airport transfers on Day 1 and Day 8.
- Accommodation for 7 nights (hotels + 1 night Berber tents).
- Meals as per itinerary: 7 Dinners + Breakfasts daily (Full Board FB basis where indicated).
- Transport by 4WD vehicle as per Day 2, 3, 4, 5.
- Guided visits to: Kasbah Telouet, Ait Benhaddou, Todra Canyons, Khamlia Village, Bahia Palace, Koutoubia, Menara Gardens, Majorelle Garden, Jamaa El Fna.
- One night in Berber tents in Merzouga.
Exclusions
- International flights to/from Marrakesh Menara Airport.
- Lunches (except where specified as FB Basis on Day 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 – note Day 7 lunch excluded).
- Optional excursions on Day 7 (Free day).
- Dinner on Day 1 if arriving after 10:30 PM.
- Drinks and personal expenses.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips and gratuities for guides/drivers.
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