8 Days Grand South Morocco Tour from Marrakech
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An 8-day loop from Marrakech across the High Atlas to the Sahara desert, Taroudant and the Atlantic coast at Essaouira, finishing with a guided Marrakech city tour.
Descripción completa
Discover an exceptional 8-day circuit through Morocco, combining the High Atlas mountains, the Sahara desert and the Atlantic coast. This journey immerses you in the cultural and natural richness of Morocco's Grand South, between historic kasbahs, majestic dunes and authentic coastal towns.
The route climbs over the Tizi n'Tichka pass to Ouarzazate and the Drâa Valley, continues into the dunes of Erg Chegaga for a camel ride and a night in a Berber desert camp, then loops south to the fortified town of Taroudant and the Atlantic port of Essaouira before returning to Marrakech for a guided city tour and a free day.
Discover an exceptional 8-day circuit through Morocco, combining the High Atlas mountains, the Sahara desert and the Atlantic coast. This journey immerses you in the cultural and natural richness of Morocco's Grand South, between historic kasbahs, majestic dunes and authentic coastal towns.
The route climbs over the Tizi n'Tichka pass to Ouarzazate and the Drâa Valley, continues into the dunes of Erg Chegaga for a camel ride and a night in a Berber desert camp, then loops south to the fortified town of Taroudant and the Atlantic port of Essaouira before returning to Marrakech for a guided city tour and a free day.
Sobre esta actividad
8 Days / 7 Nights
Grupo
Marrakech
English, Francais
Lo Más Destacado
Cross the High Atlas via the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka Pass
Discover Ouarzazate and the Kasbah of Taourirt
Immerse yourself in the palm groves and kasbahs of the Drâa Valley
Explore the Erg Chegaga desert by 4x4
Sunset camel ride and a night in a Berber bivouac under the stars
Visit Taroudant, nicknamed "Little Marrakech"
Discover Essaouira's UNESCO-listed medina and ramparts
Guided tour of Marrakech's historic highlights
Qué Incluye
Comfortable transport by 4x4 or minibus with a professional driver/guide
Accommodation in riads, hotels or guesthouses (double/twin room basis)
All visits mentioned in the itinerary
Transfers to and from Marrakech airport
Comfortable transport by 4x4 or minibus with a professional driver/guide
Accommodation in riads, hotels or guesthouses (double/twin room basis)
All visits mentioned in the itinerary
Transfers to and from Marrakech airport
Qué No Incluye
Lunches and drinks
Optional activities and excursions
Entrance fees to monuments and sites
Tips and personal expenses
Lunches and drinks
Optional activities and excursions
Entrance fees to monuments and sites
Tips and personal expenses
Tu experiencia paso a paso
Day 1: Marrakech → Agdez – Crossing the Atlas and the Drâa Valley
An early departure from Marrakech towards the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2,260 m) with several stops to admire the panoramas and Berber villages. Lunch stop in Ouarzazate, the "Hollywood of Morocco", with the option to visit the film studios or the Kasbah of Taourirt. In the afternoon, continue to Agdez through the Drâa Valley, famous for its lush palm groves and historic kasbahs. Overnight in a traditional guesthouse.
Day 2: Agdez → Erg Chegaga – Into the Sahara desert
Head towards M'Hamid, the gateway to the desert, visiting Tamnougalt, an authentic fortified village. After lunch, depart by 4x4 for Erg Chegaga, one of Morocco's largest wild dune deserts. Sunset camel ride, followed by an evening under the stars in a nomad camp with a Berber dinner and traditional music.
Day 3: Erg Chegaga → Taroudant – From the desert to the fortified medina
An early start to enjoy sunrise over the dunes before crossing the dried Iriki lake bed by 4x4 to Foum Zguid. Passing through Taznakht, famous for its handwoven Berber carpets, then on to Taroudant, nicknamed "Little Marrakech" for its imposing ramparts and traditional souk. Overnight in a charming riad or hotel.
Day 4: Taroudant → Essaouira – The Atlantic Ocean and its captivating medina
Drive to the Atlantic coast, with lunch in a typical village along the way. Arrival in Essaouira, a charming coastal town listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the medina, the fishing port and the ramparts with their magnificent views over the Atlantic. Free evening to enjoy the bohemian atmosphere of the town.
Day 5: Essaouira → Marrakech – Back to the Red City
A free morning to stroll around Essaouira, relax on the beach or go shopping. Return to Marrakech through the argan forests, with a stop to spot goats perched in the trees. Arrival in Marrakech in the afternoon, with free time to explore the city.
Day 6: Marrakech – Guided tour of the must-see sights
A full day discovering Marrakech with a local guide. On the program: the Majorelle Garden, the Bahia Palace, the Ben Youssef Madrasa, the lively souks and Jemaa el-Fna square.
Day 7: Marrakech – Free day or optional excursions
Enjoy a free day in Marrakech, or choose an excursion to the Ourika Valley, the Kik Plateau and Lalla Takerkoust Lake, or a wellness experience at a Moroccan hammam.
Day 8: Marrakech – End of the tour
Free time depending on your flight, then transfer to Marrakech airport. End of the tour and return home with unforgettable memories of Morocco.
Day 1: Marrakech → Agdez – Crossing the Atlas and the Drâa Valley
An early departure from Marrakech towards the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2,260 m) with several stops to admire the panoramas and Berber villages. Lunch stop in Ouarzazate, the "Hollywood of Morocco", with the option to visit the film studios or the Kasbah of Taourirt. In the afternoon, continue to Agdez through the Drâa Valley, famous for its lush palm groves and historic kasbahs. Overnight in a traditional guesthouse.
Day 2: Agdez → Erg Chegaga – Into the Sahara desert
Head towards M'Hamid, the gateway to the desert, visiting Tamnougalt, an authentic fortified village. After lunch, depart by 4x4 for Erg Chegaga, one of Morocco's largest wild dune deserts. Sunset camel ride, followed by an evening under the stars in a nomad camp with a Berber dinner and traditional music.
Day 3: Erg Chegaga → Taroudant – From the desert to the fortified medina
An early start to enjoy sunrise over the dunes before crossing the dried Iriki lake bed by 4x4 to Foum Zguid. Passing through Taznakht, famous for its handwoven Berber carpets, then on to Taroudant, nicknamed "Little Marrakech" for its imposing ramparts and traditional souk. Overnight in a charming riad or hotel.
Day 4: Taroudant → Essaouira – The Atlantic Ocean and its captivating medina
Drive to the Atlantic coast, with lunch in a typical village along the way. Arrival in Essaouira, a charming coastal town listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the medina, the fishing port and the ramparts with their magnificent views over the Atlantic. Free evening to enjoy the bohemian atmosphere of the town.
Day 5: Essaouira → Marrakech – Back to the Red City
A free morning to stroll around Essaouira, relax on the beach or go shopping. Return to Marrakech through the argan forests, with a stop to spot goats perched in the trees. Arrival in Marrakech in the afternoon, with free time to explore the city.
Day 6: Marrakech – Guided tour of the must-see sights
A full day discovering Marrakech with a local guide. On the program: the Majorelle Garden, the Bahia Palace, the Ben Youssef Madrasa, the lively souks and Jemaa el-Fna square.
Day 7: Marrakech – Free day or optional excursions
Enjoy a free day in Marrakech, or choose an excursion to the Ourika Valley, the Kik Plateau and Lalla Takerkoust Lake, or a wellness experience at a Moroccan hammam.
Day 8: Marrakech – End of the tour
Free time depending on your flight, then transfer to Marrakech airport. End of the tour and return home with unforgettable memories of Morocco.
Contact us for current pricing on this tour.