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Kasbah and Desrt
Overview & Highlights
Kasbahs and Desert – 8-Day Adventure Tour
A journey along the Road of 1,000 Kasbahs and through the Moroccan desert is a captivating adventure, filled with breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural experiences.
From Marrakech, the route winds through the majestic Atlas Mountains, past historic villages and kasbahs.
The scenery shifts from rolling hills to vast plains before reaching the Sahara.
A highlight of the trip is an overnight stay in a Berber camp, complete with
traditional stories and music. The journey concludes back in Marrakech, where you can explore the city’s rich history.
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Price from:
From €999 per person
Tour Highlights:
Includes,
- Marrakech’s lively Djemaa el-Fna square
- Spectacular crossing of the High Atlas Mountains
- Ait Ben Haddou & the Road of 1,000 Kasbahs
- The stunning Dadès & Todra Gorges
- Sunset in Morocco’s largest sand desert
Day 1: Marrakech (Arrival)
You will be welcomed at the airport by your driver, who will transfer you to your riad in the Medina.
Depending on your arrival time,
you may have the opportunity for some initial sightseeing.
Accommodation:
Palais des Princesses or similar – BB
Day 2: Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Skoura
After breakfast, your journey heads toward Ouarzazate along one of Morocco’s most scenic routes.
You will cross one of the two major Atlas passes – Tizi n’Tichka (2,260 m).
The journey continues to Ouarzazate,
the “Gateway to the Desert.”
The city is known as Morocco’s “Hollywood,” as many international films such as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, and others have been filmed here.
Kasbah Timnit, just before Skoura, with its overgrown garden, can only be admired from the outside. On rare occasions, and with some luck, its caretaker may invite visitors for a chat. Kasbah Amridil is open to the public and enchants with its finely crafted façades, impressive towers, and views over the palm grove.
Distance:
approx. 240 km
Driving time:
approx. 4.5 hours
Accommodation:
Kasbah Ait BenHadda or similar
Day 3: Skoura – Agdz – Zagora
Today, your journey continues to Zagora, with stops along the way in Agdz. The route
passes through picturesque landscapes, palm oases, and traditional Berber villages.
From Agdz, you proceed to Zagora, the largest town in the Draa Valley. A symbolic stop at
the famous “Timbuktu 52 Days” sign recalls the time when Zagora was an important stopover for caravans. From here, caravans transported salt, spices, and leather goods to sub-Saharan Africa and returned with gold, ivory, and slaves.
Distance:
approx. 165 km
Driving time:
approx. 3 hours
Accommodation:
Riad lamane or Similar
Day 4: Zagora – M’Hamid El Ghizlane – Erg Chegaga
By 4×4, you will travel along the ancient route once used by caravans from the Draa
Valley to Timbuktu. As you drive through the “Hammada du Draa,” take your time to
absorb the unique landscape. In M’Hamid, a picnic in the open air is possible. You will
cross the rocky desert and sand dunes until reaching Erg Chegaga, Morocco’s largest and least visited sand desert. Afterwards, enjoy a magical sunset from the top of a high dune on a dromedary ride.
Distance:
approx. 160 km
Driving time:
approx. 3.5 hours
Day 5: Erg Chegaga – Foum Zguid – Ait Ben Haddou
You will travel along the Paris-Dakar Rally track to Lake Iriki. Once a vast lake, it is now a
completely dried-up salt plain, famous for its incredible mirages—your very own Fata Morgana awaits! From Foum Zguid, the journey continues along the N12 road,
surrounded by the vast rocky desert and its strikingly shaped mountain ranges. Finally, you will reach the village of Ait Ben Haddou, where visiting one of North Africa’s most
beautiful kasbahs is a must. With its reddish-brown clay walls, it is a stunning example of traditional Berber architecture and has served as the backdrop for numerous Hollywood films.
Distance:
approx. 250 km
Driving time:
approx. 5hours
Accommodation:
Riad Caravane Or Similar
Day 6: Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Today, you will travel back to Marrakech. Along the way, you can enjoy once more the
breathtaking landscapes of Morocco before arriving in Marrakech to conclude your
unforgettable journey through this fascinating country.
Distance:
approx. 185 km
Driving time:
approx. 3.5hours
Accommodation:
Riad & Spa Bahia Salam or Similar
Day 7: Marrakech (Sightseeing)
(Full Board)
After breakfast, you will explore the main sights of the Medina with a city guide: the
Koutoubia Mosque, the large Jemaa el-Fna square, the colorful and lively souks with
their exotic scents, and Marrakech’s most beautiful gate, Bab Agnaou. The afternoon is
free for you to continue sightseeing, for example, visiting the famous gardens, or to relax
in a traditional hammam. In the evening, enjoy a meal in a local restaurant in the Medina
and reflect on your day’s experiences.
Accommodation:
Riad & Spa Bahia Salam or Similar
Day 8 : Marrakech – Airport
The AMALO ADVENTURES team wishes you a pleasant journey back to your country and
hopes that you have thoroughly enjoyed this trip. We hope this experience will remain a
lasting memory and inspire you to return to discover even more of Morocco.
What’s Included:
- 6 nights in carefully selected, comfortable local accommodations according to the itinerary
- Double rooms with private bath or shower and toilet
- One unforgettable night in the desert in a cozy nomad tent
- 7 delicious breakfasts and 1 authentic Moroccan dinner
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure for a seamless journey
- Private vehicle with English-speaking driver from Day 2 to Day 6
- 4×4 desert transfers for an adventurous experience
- Dromedary ride through the desert for a truly authentic experience
- Travel Price Guarantee Certificate for your peace of mind
- Personalized advice and full travel preparation to ensure a smooth trip
Not Included:
- Flights (optional)
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- New Year’s Eve surcharge
Optional Services:
- German-speaking tour guide for city visits from Day 1 to Day 7: €999 in total
- Single room supplement: €310 per person
- German-speaking city guides: Marrakech: €70
- Dinner menu (excluding drinks): from €25 per person
- Standard and premium accommodations: available on request