Landscape Highlights of Marrakech & Southern Morocco

Landscape Highlights

Marrakech & Southern Morocco

24 September → 04 October 2026
08 → 18 October 2026

22 October → 01 November 2026
12 → 22 November 2026

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Key Details

11-day guided round trip with city explorations in Marrakech on foot and travel by minibus. Discover the stunning landscapes of the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara, experience the oriental charm of Marrakech, and gain insight into Morocco’s rich history.

Travel Format & Duration

Guided round trip tour
for 11 days / 10 nights

Group Trip

Guaranteed from 2 participants
(max. 15 participants)

Price

€1,890 in a double room
(single room supplement €250)

Experiences

Culture & Cuisine, Nature, Desert & City Life, Berber Culture

Itinerary

Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Zagora – Sahara (M’hamid & Erg Chigaga) – Draa Desert – Agdez – Taroudant – – Essaouira – Marrakech

Southern Morocco Journey – From the Atlas Mountains to the Sahara and Atlantic Coast

Southern Morocco is a land of dramatic contrasts and extraordinary landscapes. This journey takes you from the vibrant imperial city of Marrakech across the High Atlas Mountains into the vast desert landscapes of the Sahara and onward to the Atlantic coast. Along the way, discover ancient kasbahs, palm-filled valleys, Berber villages and historic towns such as Taroudant and Essaouira.

Stay in charming traditional riads and carefully selected accommodations while experiencing Morocco’s diverse landscapes and rich culture — from spectacular mountain passes and desert dunes to the relaxed coastal atmosphere of Essaouira.

Highlights at a Glance

✓ Marrakech – the imperial city

✓ Aït Ben Haddou (earthen kasbah, UNESCO World Heritage Site)

✓ Ouarzazate – the film capital of Morocco

✓ 4x4 journey into the desert to the highest sand dunes

✓ Overnight stay in a comfortable desert tented camp

✓ Spectacular drives through the Atlas Mountains

✓ Taroudant – the “Little Marrakech”

✓ Essaouira – the Portuguese coastal town

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Program

11-day journey through southern Morocco. This trip takes you from the vibrant imperial city of Marrakech across the High Atlas Mountains into the vast landscapes of the Sahara Desert and along the Atlantic coast. Encounters with Berber culture, nights in traditional riads and desert camps, spectacular drives through mountain passes and desert valleys, and visits to historic towns such as Taroudant and Essaouira make this journey a diverse and unforgettable Moroccan adventure.

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Day 1 – Welcome to Morocco

Individual arrival in Marrakech

You will be welcomed at the airport by your driver and transferred to your hotel in the city.

Depending on your arrival time, there will be an opportunity for your first sightseeing experiences.

Overnight stay in a 3-star hotel or riad (e.g. Riad Dar El Masa or similar), incl. breakfast / approx. 10 km transfer.

Day 2 – Majestic Imperial City of Marrakech

City Tour in Marrakech

Start the day with a Moroccan tea or coffee on the famous Djemaa el Fna square, recognized by UNESCO as part of the world’s intangible cultural heritage. Then explore the lively Medina souks, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover highlights such as the Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, Bab Agnaou, and the beautiful Bahia Palace.

Overnight stay in a 3-star hotel or riad (e.g. Riad Dar El Masa or similar), incl. breakfast.

Day 3 – Across the High AtlaS

Marrakech to Ouarzazate

Today you drive from Marrakech across the Tizi n’Tichka Pass through the High Atlas towards the Draa Valley, the largest palm oasis in Morocco.

Along the way, visit the famous Aït Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s most impressive kasbahs and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known as the setting of many international films.

Overnight stay in an ecolodge or riad, including breakfast and dinner / approx. 180 km drive.

Day 4 – Through the Anti-Atlas

Ouarzazate to Zagora

Travel across the Tiz’n Tinififft Pass through the dramatic landscapes between the Anti-Atlas and Jbel Saghro. The route leads through the fascinating canyon system of Aït-Saoun.

Upon arrival in Zagora, enjoy panoramic views over the Draa Valley, home to Morocco’s longest river and the country’s largest palm oasis.

Overnight stay in a riad in Zagora, including breakfast and dinner / approx. 160 km drive.

Day 5 – Into the Sahara

Zagora to M’hamid and Erg Chigaga

Enjoy a relaxed morning before heading to M’hamid, the gateway to the Sahara. From there, continue by 4x4 across the dunes to your desert camp in Erg Chigaga.

In the afternoon, an optional camel ride and a spectacular sunset over the dunes await. At night, the clear desert sky reveals countless stars.

Overnight stay in a desert camp in Erg Chigaga, including breakfast and dinner / approx. 100 km drive.

Day 6 – Through the Draa Valley Desert

Ouled Driss (M’hamid) to Agdez

After breakfast, travel by 4x4 from the desert back to Ouled Driss (M’hamid) before continuing through the scenic Draa Valley, known for its palm groves, kasbahs, and oasis landscapes.

In the afternoon, arrive in Agdez, the gateway to the Draa Valley.

Overnight stay in a 3-star hotel or riad, including breakfast and dinner / approx. 190 km drive.

Day 7 – Through the Atlas Mountains

Agdez to Taroudant

Today you travel across the rugged landscapes of the Anti-Atlas, stopping along the way for scenic photo stops.

Your destination is Taroudant, often called the “Little Marrakech” and an important cultural center for Berber communities of the High and Anti-Atlas.

Overnight stay in a 3-star hotel or riad in Taroudant, including breakfast and dinner / approx. 280 km drive.

Day 8 – To the Atlantic Coast

Taroudant to Essaouira

After about 4 hours of driving, you reach Essaouira, formerly known as Mogador by the Portuguese.

The afternoon is at your leisure to explore this lively coastal town with its colorful shops and relaxed atmosphere. The sandy beaches of Essaouira are among the most beautiful in Morocco.

Overnight stay in a Bed & Breakfast to allow you to enjoy local restaurants / approx. 300 km drive.

Day 9 – Essaouira

Explore at Your Own Pace

Once a historic garrison town, Essaouira became a meeting place for travelers and artists in the 1970s, including Jimi Hendrix. The charming fishing town offers a fresh ocean breeze and beautiful beaches.

The Medina of Essaouira and its historic harbor fortifications are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Overnight stay in a Bed & Breakfast to allow you to enjoy local restaurants.

Day 10 – Back to Marrakech

Essaouira to Marrakech

Today we travel back to Marrakech.

The afternoon is at leisure to relax and reflect on your journey. In the evening, you may enjoy the magical atmosphere of Marrakech by night at the lively Djemaa el Fna square.

Overnight stay in a hotel or riad in Marrakech, incl. breakfast / approx. 180 km drive.

Day 11 – Farewell to Morocco

Individual departure

After breakfast, we bid farewell to Morocco. Transfer to the airport and individual departure.

Transfer: approx. 10 km

Available Dates

24 September → 04 October 2026
08 → 18 October 2026

22 October → 01 November 2026
12 → 22 November 2026

More dates available.

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What's Included

Overnight stay in a desert tented camp
Overnight stays in traditional accommodations such as riads
9× breakfast, 5× dinner
Airport transfers
4×4 excursion into the desert
Camel ride in the desert
Guided city tour of Marrakech with an authorized cultural guide (German or English)
Private transfer with driver-guide (official German or English-speaking guide)