From Marrakech: Ait ben haddou and Merzouga Desert

Duration: 3 days

 

 

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DAY 1 MARRAKECH – HIGH ATLAS – KASBAH AIT BEN HADDOU – DADES GORGES

First thing in the morning, the Sueña Morocco driver will receive you at the reception of the Hotel/Riad in the red city of Marrakech, to begin the adventure through Morocco.

Crossing the High Atlas mountains through the Tizi N’Tichka pass at about 2,260 meters above sea level. Several stops will be made to enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the mountain range.

On our journey, we will have the opportunity to visit an ARGAN Oil cooperative, where we will discover the production process and they will explain to us the innumerable benefits it has for the human body, being able to obtain 100% natural oil among other products.

Next, we will head south, making a mandatory stop at the fortified town of Ait Ben Haddou, in Tamazight: ⴰⵢⵜ ⵃⴰⴷⴷⵓ  which translates as “fortified city”.

Where we will visit its famous Kasbah, declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1987, characterized by being built entirely of adobe, which is preserved in incredible conditions.

In this spectacular location, renowned films such as Gladiator, The Jewel of the Nile, Sahara, The Mummy… and such famous series as Game of Thrones have been filmed.

After visiting the great kasbah, we will have free time to rest and have lunch.

In the early afternoon, we will head back to Ouarzazate, considered the great gateway to the desert, the place from where the great expeditions to the Sahara depart and where the great Kasbah of Taourirt stands out.

We will continue towards the Valley of Roses passing through the large palm grove of Skoura and Boumalne until we reach the Dades Gorges, where you will have dinner and accommodation.

 

DAY 2. DADES GORGES – THE TODRA GORGES – MERZOUGA DUNES (DESERT)

After a traditional breakfast at the Riad, we will begin the journey again towards the dunes of the Moroccan Sahara.

Entering the Dades gorges, from a strategic place on the mountain, we will be able to see the famous bends in the road that leads to its summit, where we will make a stop to take several photos from the top.

Next, we will follow the route even further south, along a road dotted with beautiful Kasbahs that are totally different from each other.

After several stops, we will arrive at one of the most beautiful points in the south: The Todra Gorges, with a height of 300m, the riverbed has formed a gorge of vertical walls of enormous proportions and great beauty, it is a paradise for climbers and a unique place.

After a short stop for lunch, we will continue towards the great desert of Merzouga, where after a couple of hours of driving, we will finally reach the jewel in the crown of Morocco, the Erg Chebbi desert, where its golden dunes will captivate you. completely.

Departing upon your arrival in a caravan of camels that will take us to see the spectacular sunset within the dunes, heading to the luxury tent camp where before dinner we will have the opportunity to have a traditional Moroccan tea, enjoying the peace and relaxation. silence that is breathed there.

They will have a delicious dinner, accompanied by traditional Berber music, while the mantle of stars covers them on this magical night.

 

DAY 3. MERZOUGA – MARRAKECH

After breakfast served at the hotel, we will begin our return journey to Marrakech through Rissani, origin of the Alawite dynasty that reigns in Morocco, where we will make a stop to stroll through its traditional market.

Next, we will pass through the Berber villages of Alnif and N’Kob and through the Draa Valley to Agdez, where we will stop for lunch.

We will continue the march towards Marrakech, crossing the High Atlas mountains again.

Arriving at the imperial city around 7 pm.

Here the tour with Sueña Morocco will conclude.

 

Included

Private vehicle throughout the journey

Fuel

Spanish speaking driver

1 night in a luxury camp in the desert

2 nights in 4 and 5* hotels

Breakfast

Dinners in Dades and Merzouga

camel ride

Berber music in the desert

Airport transfers

Not Included

Transportation to and from the country of origin

Drinks

Lunch

Dinner in Marrakech

Medical or travel insurance

Other activities not included in the “Included” section.

✤ The prices indicated are per traveler, for groups of four people.

Having a private vehicle and Spanish-speaking driver throughout the journey.

These prices will vary depending on how many people travel and the tourist season.

✤ The prices indicated are per traveler, for groups of four people.

Having a private vehicle and Spanish-speaking driver throughout the journey.

These prices will vary depending on how many people travel and the tourist season.