12-Day Morocco Adventure Desert Treks & Cultural Experiences

Welcome to Morocco. Upon arrival in Marrakech, receive a warm welcome with traditional Moroccan sweet cookies, dates and a bottle of water.

Your private driver will then bring you comfortably to your hotel or riad in Marrakech.

Overnight in Marrakech.

Leave Marrakech and travel into the High Atlas Mountains, crossing dramatic peaks and traditional Amazigh villages.

Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters, with time to stop for panoramic views and photographs.

Continue toward Telouet Kasbah, once an important stop on the caravan route linking the Sahara with Marrakech.

Continue to Aït Ben Haddou, where you have time for lunch and to explore its historic earthen architecture and fortified village.

Continue to Ouarzazate for a short stop before travelling toward Skoura and its palm-filled oasis.

Overnight in Skoura.

The sixth day begins with a memorable Sahara sunrise surrounded by the silence of the desert.

Return by camel or off-road vehicle before travelling behind the dunes to visit nomadic families and learn about their traditional way of life.

Continue to Khamlia, where you can experience African Gnaoua music, followed by time for an authentic Berber pizza lunch.

Explore Merzouga and Hassi Labied before checking into your riad for a relaxing afternoon.

In the evening, walk toward a nearby dune to enjoy another Sahara sunset.

Overnight in Merzouga.

After breakfast, travel toward Rissani and explore its traditional souks and lively local markets.

Discover the donkey area and sheep market, where the rhythms of traditional trade remain an important part of daily life.

Gather fresh ingredients for a barbecue along the route before continuing toward remote Tafraoute Sidi Ali.

Arrive in the evening at this peaceful village surrounded by the rocky Hamada Desert.

Overnight in Tafraoute Sidi Ali.

Travel through the beautiful Drâa Valley, where vast palm oases, villages and agricultural landscapes line the historic desert route.

Stop again in the Tamegroute region for time around its pottery traditions before enjoying a special lunch with a local family.

Continue toward Kasbah Oulad Othmane, surrounded by striking desert scenery.

Finish the day in Agdz, surrounded by the palm landscapes and historic kasbahs of the Drâa Valley.

Overnight in a traditional kasbah in Agdz.

After breakfast, depart Agdz and travel toward Ouarzazate.

Make a short stop around Cascade Tizgui before continuing toward Ouarzazate and its cinematic desert landscapes.

Continue north over the Tizi n’Tichka Pass through the High Atlas Mountains.

Arrive in Marrakech by evening and settle in for a relaxing overnight stay.

Overnight in Marrakech.

Today is dedicated to discovering Marrakech, one of Morocco’s great imperial cities.

Explore the Medina with your guide and discover some of the city’s most important landmarks and neighborhoods.

Admire the Koutoubia Mosque and explore historic sites such as the Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef Madrasa and Bahia Palace according to your planned visit.

Continue through colorful souks, artisan quarters and Jemaa el-Fna Square.

The afternoon can be used for further exploration, cultural visits or relaxing at your riad.

Overnight in Marrakech.

At the appropriate time, your private driver will collect you from your accommodation and transfer you to the airport.

It is time to say goodbye to Morocco and continue your journey home.

You can also choose to extend your stay with additional nights in Marrakech.

End of your Mythic Morocco Tours journey.