Description

Retrace the caravans path through the legendary one thaousand kasbahs route and escape to the serenity of the desert...

Tour Timeline

  • 1
    Day 1 : Arrival to Marrakech

    Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival you will be met at the airport with our expert English speaking guide.Transfer to the hotel . You might visit the famous Jamaa El Fna Square

    Dinner & overnight at the hotel.

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    Day 2 : Marrakech –Atlas Mountains-Ait Ben Haddou-Ouarzazate

    After breakfast ,we leave Marrakech to climb up the high Atlas Mountains and explore the Berber country with breath-taking sceneries and many photo stops of gorgeous Berber villages and towering Atlas Mountains.

    A short break at Tichka Pass wich is the highest point with an elavation of 2260 m.Afterwards we will visit The Berber village of Ait Ben Haddou a UNESCO Heritage site since 1987 where many famous movies were filmed such as « Lawrence of Arabia », « Gladiator », « Alexander the Great » and many others….After lunch , a half hour drive to the quiet city of Ouarzazate .

    Overnight with dinner at the hotel.

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    Day 3 : Ouarzazate-Agdez-Zagora

    After breakfast we continue south along Draa Valley and across the Anti Atlas Mountains there will be many scenic views along the way such as imperssive geological formation of the Anti Atlas and a lush lenghty Draa valley which is the biggest palmgrove in the south of Morocco.

    This journey towards the south is the opportunity to get immersed into the Berber culture through their lifestyle traditions, arts and crafts when visiting the old fortified Ksar of Tissargate that houses a worthwhile bereber museum .Enjoy a night in the old caravan trade center of Zagora that used to connect Marrakech with Timbuctou .

    Overnight with dinner at the hotel.

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    Day 4 : Zagora - Alnif – Rissani- Merzouga

    Breakfast and go for a nice little walk between date palms and visit an old ruined Ksar where Berber Jews and Muslims lived togther then cross the desert where the landscape resembles to the surface of the moon.

    A break for lunch will be in a berber restaurant in Alnif Afterwards we continue to Tafilalet to visit Rissani, the Ancient capital of the Aalouites ; the current Dynasty during the 17th C.Later on in the afternoon, we will reach the Erg Chebii, few kilometers from Merzouga where you will experience a lovely one-hour camel ride to the desert camp where you will enjoy the sunset , tasty moroccan local food and music under starry sky.

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    Day 5 : Merzouga - Todra Gorge - Dades Gorge-Boumalne Dades

    Don’t miss the sunrise !!!! Have your breakfast before riding the camels back to your vihecule . Today is the day to see the one thousand berber kasbah route with Ksars (old fortified villages) , the spectacular Todra gorges .

    After lunch we continue alongside the splendid Dades valley and its magnificent kasbahs.You will also enjoy the superb scenery of limestone cliffs and the fascinating contrast of colors.Drive back into town Boumalne Dades meaning the valley of almond trees.

    Overnight and dinner at the hotel.

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    Day 6 : Boumalne Dades –Ouarzazate-Telouate-Marrakech

    After breakfast you will be driven back to Marrakech on the one thousand Kasbah route.Green valleys such as Megoune valley dotted for rose bushes that bloom in spring and celebrated every May .

    After a photo stop of the impressive Taourirte Kasbah,we will continue to Telouate Kasbah in Ounila valley,where you will be welcome for a traditional lunch with a native berber family.(optional visit of Telouate kasbah).After lunch we will pick you up to Marrakech.

    Overnight and dinner at the hotel

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    Day 7 : Historical and cultural Marrakech Tour

    Marrakech is a city of outstanding blend of the old and modern. Your sightseeing tour starts with visiting Al Koutoubia Mosque ; the landmark of the city , the hidden Saadien Tombs, Mellah ; the large Jewish quarter and the charming 19th C. Bahia Palace with its stunning plaster and wood designs and Gardens. After lunch you will spend a lovely time Wandering around different souks and bazzars before having your free time in Jamaa El Fna Square ; the hub of entertainment and nightlife.

    Overnight with breakfast at the hotel.

More informations

Includes
    Private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole tour
    Private English speaking Guide throughout your journey
    Premium Quality accommodation at Riads and Boutique Hotels.
    Entrance fees to the historical sites and monuments.
    Hotels Taxes.
Excludes
    International air fare
    Travel Insurance
    Lunches
    Drinks
    Personal spending
    Tipping

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