MAGICAL SOUTH
Embark on a captivating Desert South tour, unfolding the rich tapestry of Morocco's landscapes and history. Begin in Ouarzazate, venturing to Zagora through the famed "Road of One Thousand Kasbahs." Explore Tamegrout's ancient pottery and absorb the tranquility of Erfoud's million-date palm oasis. Uncover Rissani's bustling souk and legendary desert routes. Marvel at the sunset over the iconic Merzouga dunes. Journey back via Todra Gorges and Dades to Ouarzazate for leisure. This six-day odyssey seamlessly blends cultural immersion with breathtaking scenery, offering an unforgettable Moroccan experience.
Your Travel Program “Magical South” (5 nights / 6 days)
(730 km & 10hr20' of driving in 6 days)
DAY 1: OUARZAZATE
Arrival at Ouarzazate airport, where you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel. Dinner and overnight accommodation.
DAY 2: OUARZAZATE / ZAGORA
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and embark on an early start westward to the oasis of Ouarzazate, once a French Foreign Legion outpost. Head south along the scenic Draa Valley, renowned as the "Road of One Thousand Kasbahs." Explore these earthen fortified structures adorned with Berber bas-relief decoration. Visit Tamegrout village, famed for its centuries-old green pottery, and consider exploring the local Zaouia, housing ancient Koran manuscripts. Check in at your hotel. Dinner and overnight accommodation.
DAY 3: ZAGORA / ERFOUD
After breakfast, depart for Erfoud in the Tafilalet Oasis. Journey through the picturesque Todra Gorges and the Dades Valley, passing by Morocco's most scenic kasbahs and ksours along the lush riverbed. Discover a date oasis and a beautifully decorated kasbah. Lunch at leisure en route. Arrive at Erfoud, known for its vast oasis and surrounded by almost a million date palm trees. Your 4x4 will take you to Auberge Derkaoua, a unique oasis filled with character. Refresh and relax during your afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight accommodation.
DAY 4: ERFOUD
After breakfast, explore the vibrant souk of Rissani, the region's largest. Uncover the remnants of grand Kasbahs buried in the sand and learn about the perilous historic desert route to secret gold mines. Lunch at leisure en route. Transfer to the mesmerizing Merzouga dunes, arriving in time to witness the captivating sunset. Dinner and accommodation in your desert encampment.
DAY 5: ERFOUD / OUARZAZATE
Enjoy breakfast and depart for Ouarzazate via Todra Gorges and Dades. Marvel at the scenery along the way. The rest of the afternoon is yours to relax at leisure in Ouarzazate. Dinner and overnight accommodation at your hotel.
DAY 6: DEPARTURE
After breakfast, transfer to Ouarzazate airport for your onward flight, concluding your memorable Desert South journey.