Marrakech – Tizi N’tichka – Telouat - Ait ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Dades Valley

Tizi n Tichka - Known in English as “The Pass of Tichka,” this location is situated in the High Atlas Mountain range at an altitude of 2260 meters (7414 feet). It is recognized as the highest mountain pass in Morocco, offering breathtaking views of the northern landscape and its Berber villages. A stop here is planned to capture panoramic photos.

Ait Ben Haddou - The Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, also referred to as the Berber Citadel/Fortress, is where lunch will be enjoyed, followed by a guided tour of the Kasbah. This unique site has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987, preserving its original state. Numerous popular American films, such as The Gladiator, Asterix Obelix, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, The Jewel of the Nile, and The Last Temptation of Christ, have been filmed here.

Vallee Des Roses - The journey continues through the beautiful city known for its roses and Berber daggers. An optional stop is available for those interested in purchasing rosewater or other rose-based cosmetic products.

Boumalne Dades - This location marks the first overnight stop before heading to the Sahara Desert the following day. Situated at the edge of a desert plateau, at the outlet of the upper Dadès Valley (over 1500 meters high), Boumalne Dades has a history rooted in transhumance, once controlled by various tribes between the High Atlas summer pastures and Saghro wintering grounds. The majority of its inhabitants, like those in the Dades Valley, are Berber people.

Dades Valley - Boumalne – Tinghir – Todra Gorges – Rissani – Merzouga

Boumalne Dades - After breakfast at the Riad/Hotel, the journey continues through the picturesque city of Boumalne, also known as Boumalne Dades, linked to the Dades Valley. A scheduled stop allows for panoramic photos and appreciation of the valley.

Tinghir - The route to Merzouga city includes a 40-minute drive to Tinghir, known as the city of a thousand Kasbahs, leading to the renowned Moroccan canyons of Todra.

Gargantas del Todra - The famous Todra Gorges offer an opportunity for a walk to admire and photograph the stunning scenery. The gorges rise to about 300 meters (984 feet), and visitors may encounter mountaineers. After exploring the heart of Todra Gorges, an optional lunch is available before continuing past Alnif and Rissani.

Merzouga Desert - The journey culminates at the magnificent sandy dunes of Merzouga Erg Chebbi Sahara Desert, featuring a camel ride, dinner, music, and an overnight stay under the stars.

Merzouga – Rissani – Alnif – Agdz – Ouarzazate

Rissani - A 30-minute drive from Merzouga leads to Rissani, a former major caravan center. An optional stop includes visiting the Berber Market or a mineral fossils exhibition and workshops, showcasing fossil creation. During the Paleozoic era, approximately 540 to 250 million years ago, southeastern Morocco was submerged under the sea. Visitors may also sample fresh camel’s milk.

Agdz - Located about 65 kilometers south of Ouarzazate, Agdz, meaning “resting place” in Berber, lies along the historic caravan route connecting Marrakech to Timbuktu. It played a significant role in trade across the Sahara and is renowned for its expansive Palm Oasis.

Ouarzazate - Known as the “gateway to the Sahara,” Ouarzazate’s name means “without noise” in Berber. The city has been a filming location for many popular movies, including Gladiator, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, Kingdom of Heaven, and The Mummy series, due to its strategic location and film studios.

-Next day- The day begins with a visit to the Labyrinth of Taourirt Kasbah, considered one of the most beautiful Kasbahs in the country.

Ouarzazate - Telouat - Tizi N’tichka - Marrakech

Taourirt Kasbah - After a delightful breakfast at the Riad/Hotel, a guided tour of the Taourirt Kasbah awaits. This historic Berber maze, built in the 17th century by the Imzwarn family and later expanded by the Glaoui family in the 19th century, offers a fascinating exploration.

Atlas Studios - An optional visit to the Atlas Corporation Studios is available. As the first film studio in North Africa, it spans 20 hectares and provides comprehensive services and equipment for productions, including sets, production offices, workshops, stables with trained animals, and accommodation at the Oscar Hotel. Ideal for business events or festive occasions, the studios are open daily for visitors to explore Tibetan temples, Egyptian palaces, Kasbahs, and other unique settings.

Tizi n Tichka - The return journey to Marrakech involves crossing the Tichka road pass once more, concluding an extraordinary adventure through Morocco’s Sahara Desert, rich in history and culture.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Dinners included
• Guided visits to Taourirte Kasbah and Ait Ben Haddou, with entrance fees
• Breakfast provided daily
• Complimentary mini bottled water in the van
• Option for 4x4 drive to camp
• Tour of Cinema Studio with guide and entrance fee
• Travel in a luxury air-conditioned Mercedes Van
• Services of an expert English-speaking driver
• Camel ride to and from camp

• Activities such as ATV ride
• Drinks during dinner
• Lunches
• Sand boards
• Gratuities

Reserve exclusively for your family or group this ideal adventure-filled tour into Morocco’s magnificent Sahara desert, where you will be amazed by the country’s largest sandy dunes.

This 4-day Erg Chebbi desert tour from Marrakech guides you over the High Atlas mountains and through the renowned Tichka pass to the city of a thousand Kasbahs, leading to the vast desert for unforgettable nights in luxury hotels, including a special night amidst the heart of the sandy dunes.

Enjoy breathtaking views from the mountain heights, and with a few stops, capture the most memorable photos of your group with Berber villages and valleys as backdrops. Visit several fascinating Moroccan Berber historical sites, the Todra Gorges, the most famous kasbahs, and one of Ouarzazate’s film studios to photograph the film sets.

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.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.