5-Day Tour from Marrakech to Zagora

• Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass
• Visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site
• Explore Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Morocco,” and visit the Taourirt Kasbah
• Journey through the lush Draa Valley, home to Morocco’s longest river
• Enjoy a camel trek into the Zagora Desert at sunset
• Spend a magical night in a Berber desert camp under the stars
• Discover the Tamegroute Library and its ancient manuscripts
• Explore the Tinfou Dunes, a gateway to the vast Sahara
• Visit local Berber villages and experience traditional Moroccan hospitality

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate

Meet your driver at your hotel or the airport in Marrakech and begin your journey across the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m) with stunning panoramic views. Stop at the legendary Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO-listed fortress and an iconic filming location for movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones.Continue to Ouarzazate, where you can explore the Taourirt Kasbah, once the residence of the powerful Glaoui family. If time permits, visit the Atlas Film Studios, home to famous movie sets. Check in at your hotel, enjoy dinner, and relax for the night.

Day 2: Ouarzazate – Agdz – Draa Valley – Zagora

After breakfast, continue your journey south through the Draa Valley, a lush oasis with thousands of date palms and traditional mud-brick villages. Stop at Agdz, a peaceful town at the edge of the desert, before heading toward Zagora, the last major town before the Sahara begins.Explore the Jewish quarter of Amzrou, known for its ancient silver jewelry craftsmanship, and visit Tamegroute, home to one of Morocco’s oldest libraries containing centuries-old manuscripts. Enjoy a traditional dinner at your riad and relax under the desert sky.

Day 3: Zagora – M’Hamid – Camel Trek & Desert Camp

After breakfast, drive deeper into the desert towards M’Hamid, the last village before the vast dunes begin. Experience the transition from lush palm groves to arid landscapes as you approach the edge of the Sahara.In M’Hamid, meet your camel caravan and embark on an unforgettable camel trek into the desert. Enjoy the serenity of the dunes and a mesmerizing sunset over the golden sands before arriving at your desert camp. Savor a traditional Moroccan dinner and spend the night around a campfire, listening to live Berber music under the stars.

Day 4: M’Hamid – Tinfou Dunes – Zagora

Wake up early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara. After breakfast, ride your camel back to M’Hamid or take a 4×4 transfer.On the way back to Zagora, stop at the Tinfou Dunes, often referred to as the Gateway to the Sahara. These dunes offer a perfect setting for sandboarding or simply enjoying the vast desert views. Arrive in Zagora by midday, where you can relax at your riad, explore local markets, or visit a traditional pottery workshop.

Day 5: Zagora – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

After breakfast, begin your return journey to Marrakech. Travel back through the Draa Valley, stopping at scenic viewpoints and Berber villages along the way.Arrive in Ouarzazate, where you can explore more of the town or visit the Kasbah of Tifoultoute. After lunch, continue through the High Atlas Mountains, making several stops for breathtaking photos. Arrive in Marrakech by evening, where your driver will drop you off at your hotel or a location of your choice.

• Pick up and drop off at your hotel/airport
• Transport In A Private 4×4 Car Or Minibus With A/C
• Multilingual Driver/Guide
• Dinner & breakfast
• No forced shopping stops during the tour

• Personal
• Purchases
• Drinks
• Lunch
• Tips