From the Souss to Erg Chegaga Dunes – 4 Days Tour to Marrakech
About this experience
Set off from Agadir on a 4 days
journey through southern Morocco, travelling through valleys, kasbahs,
palm oases, desert landscapes and spectacular mountain scenery. This itinerary
offers an authentic introduction to the Moroccan South, with traditional
villages, a night in the Sahara and an unforgettable experience among the dunes
of Erg Chigaga.
Along the way, discover the landscapes of the Souss Valley, Anti-Atlas and Moroccan Sahara, explore the Draa
Valley and its palm groves, and continue towards Marrakech through the
spectacular High Atlas Mountains. This tour combines desert, culture, landscapes and heritage, with an itinerary that
can be adapted to your preferences and travel conditions.
Price by number of adults
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Highlights
- Travel through the diverse landscapes of southern Morocco, from mountains and valleys to desert.
- Experience an authentic overnight stay among the dunes of Erg Chigaga.
- Discover traditional kasbahs, villages, oases and desert landscapes along the route.
- Finish your journey in Marrakech, crossing the spectacular High Atlas Mountains.
Detailed itinerary
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Day 1 : Agadir - Taroudant - Taliouine
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Departure from Agadir
Pick-up from your hotel or accommodation in Agadir and departure east towards Taroudant. Travel through the green landscapes of the Souss Valley, known for its many argan trees and traditional rural scenery.
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Argan Trees & Tree-Climbing Goats
Continue through the countryside of the Souss region and admire the famous argan trees. With a little luck, you may spot goats climbing into the trees in search of food, one of the iconic scenes of southwestern Morocco.
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Arrival in Taroudant
Discover Taroudant, often known as “Little Marrakech” because of its historic ramparts, traditional souks and authentic atmosphere. This charming city offers a wonderful introduction to the culture and traditions of southern Morocco.
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Taroudant Medina & Souks
Walk through the traditional souks of the medina and discover stalls selling spices, local products, Moroccan handicrafts and traditional goods. Take some time to experience the local atmosphere before continuing your journey.
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Lunch in Taroudant
Enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant and taste some Moroccan specialties.
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Departure towards Taliouine
Continue towards Taliouine through the changing landscapes of the Anti-Atlas. The plains gradually give way to mountains, valleys and traditional villages.
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Arrival in Taliouine
Arrive in Taliouine, one of Morocco’s best-known saffron-producing areas. Discover the peaceful atmosphere of this small town located in the heart of the Anti-Atlas.
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Saffron Discovery
Depending on availability, visit a local cooperative and learn more about the cultivation, harvesting and preparation of saffron, often referred to as “Morocco’s Red Gold.”
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Accommodation Check-in
Check in at a traditional guesthouse and enjoy some free time to relax and appreciate the peaceful surroundings of Taliouine.
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Dinner and overnight stay in Taliouine.
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Day 2 : Taliouine - Taznakht - Foum Zguid - Erg Chigaga
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Departure from Taliouine
After breakfast, leave Taliouine and travel south through the spectacular landscapes of the Anti-Atlas. Gradually enter the more arid landscapes of southern Morocco.
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Crossing the Anti-Atlas
Travel through a rugged environment where rocky mountains alternate with dry valleys and semi-desert landscapes. Several stops can be made along the way to enjoy the scenery and take photographs.
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Taznakht
Stop in Taznakht, a Berber town well known for its traditional crafts, particularly its handmade Moroccan Berber carpets. Discover this local craftsmanship before continuing towards the desert.
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Route to Foum Zguid
Continue towards Foum Zguid through increasingly arid landscapes. The mountains gradually give way to the vast open spaces of southern Morocco.
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Lunch in Foum Zguid
Enjoy a lunch break before beginning the desert track towards Erg Chigaga.
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Departure on the Desert Track
Take a roughly 70-kilometre desert track through a spectacular environment of rocky plateaus, sandy areas and wide desert landscapes.
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Desert Landscapes & Fossil Mountains
Cross a remote area known for its unusual rock formations and fossil-rich landscapes. Experience a wilder and more isolated side of the Moroccan Sahara.
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Lake Iriqui
Stop around Lake Iriqui, a former lake that is now largely dry and forms a vast desert plain. The landscape changes dramatically depending on the light and weather conditions.
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Arrival at the Erg Chigaga Dunes
Reach the impressive dunes of Erg Chigaga, one of the most spectacular desert areas in Morocco. Enjoy the changing colours of the dunes as the afternoon light begins to soften.
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Sahara Sunset
Settle into your desert camp and admire the sunset over the dunes. Take time to enjoy the silence, open landscapes and vastness of the Sahara.
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Traditional Sahara Evening
Enjoy a traditional dinner around the campfire, followed by an evening of local music and Saharan rhythms, depending on the camp programme.
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Overnight in a nomadic desert camp at Erg Chigaga.
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Day 3 : Erg Chigaga - Sacred Oasis - M’Hamid - Tamegroute - Zagora
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Sunrise in the Desert
Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the Erg Chigaga dunes. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the desert before beginning the next stage of your journey.
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Breakfast at the Camp
Enjoy a traditional breakfast at the camp before departing towards M’Hamid.
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Departure towards M’Hamid
Leave Erg Chigaga and cross the desert landscapes once again towards M’Hamid, the first settlement at the edge of this part of the Sahara.
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Sacred Oasis
Stop at the Sacred Oasis, a natural source of water surrounded by the desert. Discover this remarkable environment where the presence of water allows vegetation to flourish despite the surrounding arid conditions.
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Arrival in M’Hamid
Arrive in M’Hamid, a traditional desert village located at the gateway to the Sahara. Rejoin the paved road and continue towards the Draa Valley.
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Lunch in M’Hamid
Enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant.
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Draa Valley
Continue through the Draa Valley, famous for its extensive palm groves, oases and traditional earthen villages. The contrast between the green palm trees, cultivated areas and surrounding desert landscapes creates some of the most distinctive scenery in southern Morocco.
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Tamegroute
Arrive in Tamegroute, a traditional village known for its religious heritage, distinctive green pottery and historic Quranic library.
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Quranic Library & Underground Kasbah
Depending on opening conditions, visit the historic Quranic library, known for its collection of ancient manuscripts, and explore the traditional passages and narrow streets of Tamegroute.
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Route to Zagora
Continue through the landscapes of the Draa Valley, passing traditional Saharan villages and settlements built with earth and rammed mud.
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Arrival in Zagora
Arrive in Zagora, an oasis town located in the heart of the Draa Valley. Check in at your accommodation and enjoy some free time to relax.
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Overnight stay in Zagora.
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Day 4 : Zagora – Agdez- Ouarzazate - Aït Ben Haddou - Marrakech
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Departure from Zagora
After breakfast, leave Zagora and travel towards Agdez. Gradually leave the Draa Valley behind as the route climbs towards the mountainous landscapes surrounding Ouarzazate.
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Agdez & Draa Valley
Make a short stop in Agdez and enjoy a final view of the Draa Valley, its palm groves and traditional earthen villages.
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Route to Ouarzazate
Continue towards Ouarzazate through the landscapes of the Anti-Atlas and the arid plateaus of southern Morocco. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
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Ouarzazate
Arrive in Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Desert.” Enjoy a short stop to discover the atmosphere of this city, famous for its earthen architecture and cinematic heritage.
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Lunch in Ouarzazate
Enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant.
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Departure towards Aït Ben Haddou
Continue towards Aït Ben Haddou through the arid landscapes surrounding Ouarzazate.
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Aït Ben Haddou
Arrive at Aït Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s most famous fortified villages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Visit of Aït Ben Haddou
Explore the old ksar on foot and discover its traditional earthen houses, narrow passages and viewpoints overlooking the valley. The site is also famous for having served as a filming location for numerous international productions.
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Route towards the High Atlas
Continue your journey towards Marrakech, gradually entering the spectacular landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains.
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Tizi n’Tichka Pass
Cross the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, located at approximately 2,260 metres above sea level. Enjoy spectacular views of the mountains, valleys and traditional Berber villages along the route.
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Descent towards Marrakech
Continue through the mountain villages before gradually reaching the plains surrounding Marrakech.
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Arrival in Marrakech
Arrive in Marrakech and drop off at your hotel or accommodation. End of your Sahara tour. Note: The itinerary can be modified according to your preferences and travel conditions.
Included
- Comfortable transportation throughout the tour.
- Pick-up from your hotel or accommodation in Agadir.
- Drop-off at your hotel or accommodation in Marrakech.
- Professional driver/guide.
- 3 nights of accommodation according to the selected option.
- Overnight stay in a desert camp at Erg Chigaga.
- Camel excursion in the desert dunes.
- Assistance throughout the tour.
Not included
- Lunches and drinks.
- Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance fees to monuments and tourist sites.
- Local guides at monuments and attractions.
- Personal expenses and purchases.
- Tips.
- Travel insurance.
