6-Day Marrakech Deep South Desert Tour with Cooking Class

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate

1. Marrakech
   10m
   Pick up depending on your hotel location in Marrakech and vehicle accessibility after picking you up you will start your magnificent 6 day tour
2. Ait Ben Haddou
   4h
   travel across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of traditional Berber villages and mountain landscapes.
   
   Your first major stop will be the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s most famous fortified villages (kasbahs). Explore the ancient mud-brick architecture and learn about its history as a filming location for many movies and series.
3. Ouarzazate
   1h
   After lunch, continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Sahara,” where you may visit the famous Taourirt Kasbah or view the Atlas Film Studios from outside. Overnight stay in Ouarzazate.

Day 2: Ouarzazate – Skoura Oasis – Pottery Experience – Dades Valley

1. Dades Gorges
   6h
   After breakfast, travel through the beautiful Skoura Oasis, a palm grove filled with traditional kasbahs and small villages. Continue the journey through the Valley of Roses, famous for its rose products and local cooperatives.
   
   During the day you will enjoy a local pottery-making experience, where artisans will introduce you to traditional Moroccan pottery techniques that have been passed down through generations.
   
   Later in the afternoon, arrive in the scenic Dades Valley, known for its dramatic rock formations and winding roads. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in a local hotel or riad.
2. Imlil
   2h
   After spending time at the summit for photos and rest, you will descend back to the refuge for breakfast, then continue the trek down to Imlil.

Day 3: Dades Valley – Dades Gorges – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Desert

1. Merzouga
   5h
   After breakfast, explore the spectacular Dades Gorges, famous for its unique rock formations and stunning canyon landscapes. Continue the journey to the impressive Todra Gorges, a narrow canyon with towering cliffs reaching up to 300 meters high.
   
   Take time to walk through the gorge and enjoy the refreshing atmosphere before continuing your journey toward the Sahara Desert.
   
   Arrive in Merzouga, where the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi rise dramatically from the desert landscape. Prepare for an unforgettable camel ride across the dunes at sunset as you travel to your desert camp.
   
   Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner followed by Berber music around the campfire under the star-filled Sahara sky.

Day 4: Merzouga Desert – Nomad Families – Desert Cooking Experience

1. Merzouga
   5h
   After breakfast at the camp, explore the surroundings of the Sahara with a 4x4 desert excursion. Visit small desert communities and meet local nomad families living in traditional tents, where you will share Moroccan tea and learn about their daily life and traditions.
   
   Later, take part in a unique cooking experience with a local Berber family in the desert. Together you will prepare an authentic Moroccan dish such as tagine or Berber pizza (Medfouna) using traditional cooking methods and fresh local ingredients.
   
   Enjoy the meal you prepared together while learning more about Berber culture and desert life. Spend the evening relaxing in the peaceful Sahara atmosphere and overnight at your desert camp.

Day 5: Merzouga Desert – Draa Valley – Agdz

1. Agdz
   5h
   Wake early to witness the magical sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast, depart Merzouga and begin the journey through the spectacular landscapes of southern Morocco.
   
   Travel through villages and desert plains before reaching the beautiful Draa Valley, famous for its long palm groves and ancient kasbahs lining the valley.
   
   Arrive in the quiet town of Agdz, located at the beginning of the Draa Valley. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in a traditional guesthouse.

Day 6: Agdz – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

1. Marrakech
   6h
   After breakfast, begin the return journey to Marrakech. Travel through the scenic landscapes of southern Morocco and cross the High Atlas Mountains once again via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
   
   Enjoy several stops along the way for photos and short breaks while admiring the breathtaking mountain scenery.
   
   Arrival in Marrakech in the late afternoon, where your unforgettable 6-day Deep South Morocco adventure comes to an end.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels