10 Days: Berber Atlas, Sahara Desert & Marrakech

Breakfast. We’ll begin with a panoramic tour of the city, including the exterior of the impressive Hassan II Mosque. Then we head toward the Ouzoud Waterfalls, one of the most stunning natural wonders in Morocco. After exploring this breathtaking site, we continue our journey to Marrakech. Free time for the rest of the day. Overnight stay in a Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. Our adventure begins in the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the spectacular Tizi N’Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters, heading toward the first southern town of Ouarzazate.

We’ll admire ancient 10th-century kasbahs hidden among lush palm groves until we reach the Valley of the Roses, where we’ll take a hidden path to enjoy tea with a Berber family in their cave home carved into the mountains. We finish our day in the Dades Valley, in Boumalne Dades. Dinner and overnight stay in a Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. Our day begins in the natural park of Boumalne Dades. We’ll continue on a scenic route until we reach the dramatic Todra Gorges—a vast labyrinth of stone. After a break, we continue to Erfoud, known as the gateway to the Sahara Desert.

From here, a true desert adventure begins—crossing dunes and following the paths of the legendary Paris-Dakar rally. In the afternoon, we’ll join a camel caravan and journey deep into the desert. We'll spend the night like true Berbers—under the stars, enjoying drum music, a traditional dinner, and unforgettable desert silence.

Dinner and overnight stay at Khaima Desert Camp.

Breakfast. A day reserved for experiencing the desert in its purest form. We begin in Hassilabied, walking through a palm grove cultivated by the entire community. We’ll continue through dunes and desert trails, passing Merzouga, and step back in time in Khamlia, a village inhabited by nomads from Sub-Saharan Africa.

Here, we’ll enjoy Gnawa music and a guided walk through the village. We’ll then follow a desert trail through the dunes to a traditional Kasbah. Dinner and overnight stay in a Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. We continue toward Ouarzazate via Rissani, where we’ll visit its colorful traditional market. The journey continues through the Berber village of Nkob and the lush Draa Valley—filled with palm trees and ancient kasbahs—until we reach Ouarzazate. Dinner and overnight stay in a Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. Morning visit to the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location for movies like Gladiator. After lunch, we cross the Atlas Mountains again to return to Marrakech. Overnight stay in a Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. We’ll explore the city with a local guide, visiting the Koutoubia Mosque minaret, the Saadian Tombs, and the Bahia Palace. We’ll walk along the ancient city walls, through the souks, and into the famous Jemaa el-Fna square—full of storytellers, potion sellers, dancers, snake charmers, and acrobats. Overnight stay in a Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. Departure toward Casablanca, passing charming towns and scenic landscapes—rolling green hills and forested slopes perfect for a pleasant drive.

Upon arrival, we’ll explore Morocco’s economic capital, starting with United Nations Square, Mohamed V Avenue, and the exterior of the majestic Hassan II Mosque, located beside the Atlantic Ocean. Overnight stay in a Hotel/Riad.