The 4 Day from Marrakech to M’Hamid Desert follows the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass to the Kasbah of Telouet and Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 4 Day Tour from Marrakech to M’Hamid al Ghizlan Desert continues through the Draa Valley, Zagora, and Tamgroute, where you will visit the Nasiriyya Library, the historic Quranic School, and the famous green pottery workshops before arriving in M’Hamid El Ghizlane. From there, ride a camel across the dunes to your luxury desert camp. The return route follows the Draa Valley to Ouarzazate before crossing the High Atlas Mountains back to Marrakech.
Your 4 Day Marrakech to M’Hamid Luxury Desert Adventure begins with a pick-up from accommodation in Marrakech. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and continue to the Kasbah of Telouet, built between the late 19th and early 20th centuries by the influential Glaoui family. Afterwards, head to Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified ksar dating back to the 11th century during the Almoravid period. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site before settling into your riad for an overnight stay in Ait Ben Haddou at Riad Maktoub or similar.
Continue south through the magnificent Draa Valley, home to thousands of palm trees and ancient kasbahs. Reach Zagora before heading to Tamgroute, famous for its green pottery workshops, the 17th-century Nasiriyya Library, and historic Quranic school. Later, arrive in M’Hamid El Ghizlane, the last village before the vast Sahara Desert. Enjoy a memorable camel ride across the dunes before reaching your luxury desert camp for dinner and an overnight stay at Caravane du Sud or similar.
Wake up early to admire a spectacular Sahara sunrise before breakfast at the camp. Afterwards, leave M’Hamid and head to Tamgroute to visit its famous green pottery workshops, the historic Nasiriyya Library founded in the 17th century, and the ancient Quranic School, an important center of Islamic learning for centuries. Continue through Zagora and the beautiful Draa Valley, passing palm groves and traditional Berber villages before arriving in Ouarzazate for dinner and an overnight stay at Riad Bouchedor or similar.
This morning, leave Ouarzazate and cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking landscapes, traditional Berber villages, and panoramic mountain views. Several stops will be made for photos and refreshments before continuing to Marrakech. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your accommodation or Marrakech Airport, marking the end of your 4 Day Marrakech to M’Hamid Luxury Desert Adventure.
Please Note: This 4 Day Marrakech to M’Hamid Luxury Desert Adventure is a suggested itinerary and can be fully customized to suit your interests, schedule, and travel style. If this itinerary is not exactly what you have in mind, simply get in touch with us. We will be happy to create a private, tailor-made Morocco tour based on your preferences, travel dates, and the places you would like to visit.
Departure Location: Marrakech (Hotel, Riad, or Marrakech Airport) (See Map)
Return Location: Marrakech (Hotel, Riad, or Marrakech Airport)
3 Hours Before Flight Time
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