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Desert journeys

The southern valleys, without rushing

Five days for the kasbah road, the gorges and the dunes, returning west through the South. Each overnight town gives the route a clear rhythm.

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Earthen architecture at Timidert in the Draâ Valley
Draâ Valley
DepartureMarrakech
ArrivalMarrakech
Suggested duration5 days
Travel stylePrivate transport

Private routes, thoughtfully paced.

Five days for the kasbah road, the gorges and the dunes, returning west through the South. Each overnight town gives the route a clear rhythm.

  • Earth & memory
  • The starting point
  • The road, on a grand scale
  • Between the cliffs
Recommended for
Travellers comfortable with longer road days
Travel style
Scenic travel with time between the landmarks

A route in chapters

Your journey,day by day.

An outline to personalise, not a fixed departure or confirmed booking.

Route overview
  1. Marrakech
  2. Aït Ben Haddou
  3. Ouarzazate
  4. Dadès Valley
  5. Todra Gorges
  6. Merzouga
  7. Agdz
  8. Marrakech

Illustrative sequence, not a geographic map. Stops and access remain subject to confirmation.

01
Day 1

Marrakech Aït Ben Haddou Ouarzazate

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.

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.

Planned overnight areaOuarzazate
02
Day 2

Ouarzazate Dadès Valley

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.

Planned overnight areaDadès Valley
03
Day 3

Dadès Valley Todra Gorges Merzouga

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.

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.

Planned overnight areaMerzouga
04
Day 4

Merzouga Agdz Ouarzazate

Watch the rocky scenery open into palm groves around Agdz. Pause at a suitable viewpoint before continuing along the valley or beginning the return.

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.

This is a substantial road stage. Start early, allow for comfort stops and keep visits selective. An extra night can shorten the driving day.

Planned overnight areaOuarzazate
05
Day 5

Ouarzazate Marrakech

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.

Finish inMarrakech

The journey,in practice.

Pickup & drop-off

Airport, hotel, riad or agreed address in the departure city. The final drop-off address and meeting times are confirmed in your proposal.

Your transport

Private road transport, with a vehicle selected for your group, luggage and route. Model, capacity, equipment and availability require confirmation.

Important to know

Accommodation, meals, entrances, local guides and activities are discussed separately. Nothing is included unless stated in your accepted quote.

Before you leave

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.

Earthen architecture at Timidert in the Draâ Valley

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The southern valleys, without rushing

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