The Great South6 days from Marrakech

Day by day

1. Day 01

   Marrakech Airport

   Welcome to Marrakech Menara Airport and meet with the tour guide.

   Transfer to the hotel/riad

   Free visit at your own pace to Djemma el Fna Square and the medina, the city’s heart.

   It’s a unique experience where all the life and nighttime activity converge: dancers, storytellers, jugglers, artisans, merchants, and snake charmers.

   From the terraces of some cafés, you can enjoy a broad panoramic view of the city: mosques and minarets, palaces and gardens, souks, and bazaars.

   You will spend night in hotel/riad

2. Day 02

   Marrakech – High Atlas – Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2260m) – Ouarzazate – Skoura Palmeraie – Valley of Roses – Dades Valley

   After breakfast and at the agreed time with the guide, we will be picked up from the hotel or riad to begin the journey.

   We will cross the High Atlas Mountains, passing through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass at 2260 meters.

   Along the way, we will make stops to admire the landscape and take photographs, as this route is one of the most impressive in Morocco.

   We will witness the transition from the lush vegetation of Marrakech, with views of palm groves and the northern face of the mountains, to the arid landscapes of the south.

   We will start to see the first adobe villages of the Berber people nestled at the foothills of the mountains.

   After passing through the city of Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the desert,

   We will continue through the Skoura Palmeraie, a beautiful palm grove, and the Valley of Roses until we reach the Dades Valley, where we will spend the night surrounded by mountains.

   You will spend night in hotel/riad

3. Day 03

   Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga – Erg Chebbi Dunes

   After breakfast, we will continue along the banks of Boumalne Dades, where a road lined with kasbahs and ksours (fortresses or castles) unfolds, displaying ochre, red, and mauve hues.

   As we journey through oases and palm groves, we will arrive at Tineghir, home to the spectacular Todra Gorges perched at an altitude of 1,350 meters and surrounded by a palm grove.

   Our route will then take us to Erfoud, known as the “City of Fossils,” and after a stretch of off-road tracks,

   We will reach Merzouga, facing the Erg Chebbi Dunes. Here, we will exchange our vehicle for dromedaries, leading us to the campsite for an overnight stay in traditional tents, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the enchantment of the desert beneath a blanket of millions of stars.

   We will savor a typical dinner accompanied by the rhythmic beats of Berber drums.

4. Day 04

   Merzouga – Rissani – Alnif – Nkob – Agdz – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate

   For those who wish, an early wake-up call allows the opportunity to witness the sunrise from the dunes, an unforgettable experience few places can rival.

   After breakfast, we bid farewell to the dunes and returned to the meeting point, where our 4×4 vehicle awaited.

   Our journey continues towards Rissani, t he first imperial city renowned for its vibrant market, where nomads gather to sell their livestock and acquire necessary supplies.

   If the timing aligns and it’s market day, we can witness the lively local trade firsthand.

   We then proceed towards Ouarzazate through the picturesque Draa Valley, home to one of Morocco’s longest rivers.

   Along the way, we make stops to admire the charming adobe kasbahs, Berber villages, and fascinating geological formations adorn the valley.

   Finally, we arrive at the hotel, where you can rest well.

5. Day 05

   Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

   After breakfast, if desired, there is an optional visit to the Universal Studios of Cinema or the Taourirt Kasbah.

   We then detour the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned as one of Morocco’s best-preserved ksours (fortified villages).

   Enjoy some free time to stroll through the kasbah and climb to its summit for breathtaking views.

   We will then traverse the majestic High Atlas Mountains with their stunning landscapes.

   Upon arrival in Marrakech, you will be transferred to the riad for some well-deserved rest or to immerse yourself in the city’s magical atmosphere.

   Night in your hotel/riad.

6. Day 06

   Marrakech – Airport Transfer

   Depending on the scheduled departure time of your flight, you will have some free time for final visits and shopping.

   Alternatively, if the flight departure time allows, there is an optional guided tour with a local guide.

   You will be transferred to the airport for your departure at the agreed time.

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