Desert journeys
A one-way journey from Fes through the Sahara and the southern valleys. Break the return west with Ouarzazate before crossing the Atlas.
A route in chapters
An outline to personalise, not a fixed departure or confirmed booking.
Illustrative sequence, not a geographic map. Stops and access remain subject to confirmation.
Make room for the dunes of Erg Chebbi and their changing light. On a full day here, keep travel local; walks, camel rides or a camp night can be requested separately.
This is a substantial road stage. Start early, allow for comfort stops and keep visits selective. An extra night can shorten the driving day.
Approach the high gorge walls near Tinghir and pause for a walk where access allows. Comfortable shoes help on uneven ground; the length of the walk follows your group’s needs.
Follow the valley past villages, cultivated strips and sculpted rock. Choose viewpoints according to road conditions, leaving time to enjoy the changing scale of the landscape.
Follow the edge of the palm groves and seek out views of earthen kasbahs. A visit to Amridil may be requested, subject to opening and entrance arrangements.
Settle into Ouarzazate with time around Taourirt’s earthen architecture. Keep the programme light if this is your arrival day; studio visits can be discussed separately.
Walk towards the ksar and take in its stepped earthen skyline. Leave time for the uphill lanes and valley views, choosing the walking route to suit your group.
Allow time to settle into Marrakech and explore its medina at your own pace. Vehicles meet you at an accessible point; riad lanes may require a short walk.
Airport, hotel, riad or agreed address in the departure city. The final drop-off address and meeting times are confirmed in your proposal.
Private road transport, with a vehicle selected for your group, luggage and route. Model, capacity, equipment and availability require confirmation.
Accommodation, meals, entrances, local guides and activities are discussed separately. Nothing is included unless stated in your accepted quote.
Mountain weather, heat, daylight and local access can change the route. Allow extra time before flights and tell us about mobility or child-seat needs.
Desert camp stays, camel rides and off-road transfers are optional requests, not confirmed inclusions. Some desert areas need a separately arranged 4×4.
