The Route of a Thousand Kasbahs (7 days)
Discover the Thousand Kasbahs of Southern Morocco on a 7-day circuit. Explore the beauty and diversity of Southern Moroccan architecture in seven days. Your journey will lead you to some of the most beautiful ksours and pisé kasbahs in the south of Morocco. Our itinerary is designed to offer you an unforgettable experience. Starting from Marrakech, you will explore the Southeast of the country along the Route of a Thousand Kasbahs, encountering beautiful surprises, cultural visits, and traditional markets. This allows you to immerse yourself at your own pace in Moroccan culture and discover the hidden gems of this beautiful country. This 7-day circuit in Morocco takes you to the Merzouga Desert, offering anauthentic experience for families or friends. Spending a night in a tent in the Erg Chebbi desert and camel rides provide an opportunity to explore something truly different.
Tour Highlights:
Discovering beautiful ksours and pisé kasbahs.
The Todgha Gorges, with towering cliffs rising 300 meters.
A scenic walk in the stunning "Valley of Roses."
Contrasting landscapes of the desert and lush palm groves.
Camel ride in the Merzouga Desert.
Night in a tent at the foot of the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech
Upon your arrival at the newly renovated Marrakech airport, our team will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel where dinner will be served. All our trips are customizable! This private journey can be tailored to your preferences, arrival/departure dates, and budget.
Day 2: Marrakech - Ait BenHaddou - Dades Gorges
Depart in the morning from your hotel/riad in Marrakech towards the High AtlasandTichka Pass (2260 m). Then, head to the beautiful site of Ait BenHaddou viatheancient caravan route. Lunch and visit this UNESCO World Heritage jewel. Continueyour journey to the Dades Gorges and the "Valley of Roses" via OuarzazateandtheSkoura palm grove. Dinner and overnight stay in a guesthouse.
Day 3: Dades Gorges - Merzouga Desert
Now, head south towards the desert. Stop in Rissani, known for its date market, nearthe ruins of the legendary Sijilmassa. After lunch, take a sandy track to reachMerzouga. Here, enjoy a camel ride, witness the sunset on the dunes, and savor traditional mint tea. Dinner around a campfire, accompanied by nomadic songs. Night at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Day 4: Merzouga - N'kob
Early wake-up to witness the sunrise. Then, breakfast and departure to cross theTafilalet and the vastness of the Bougafer massif to reach Alnif and Tazzarine. After lunch, continue your journey to N'kob and then through the beautiful Draa Valleytoreach the oasis of Agdz. Dinner and overnight stay in a guesthouse in the palmgrove.
Day 5: N'kob - Marrakech
Early departure towards Marrakech through the Anti-Atlas "Black Mountain." Ontheway, visit the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Dinner and overnight stay in Marrakech.
Day 6: Free
Day in Marrakech A free day to explore Marrakech. Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel. Optional activities include a guided city tour, traditional hammam and spa, quad biking in the Marrakech palm grove, Fantazia dinner and show, or a hot air balloon ride.
Day 7: Departure from Marrakech
Depending on your departure time, transfer from your hotel to Marrakech airport.
Price:
£800 per person
Price Includes:
Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Accompanying driver.
Transfers: airport/hotel and hotel/airport.
Accommodation: 1 night in a desert bivouac and 5 nights in hotels/riads/guesthouses (suggestions will be provided with your quote).
Camel ride.
Meals: 6 dinners and 6 breakfasts.
Our assistance
Price Excludes:
Personal expenses.
Beverages.
Tips for guides, drivers, meals, and baggage handlers.