Morocco
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Marrakech · High Atlas · Sahara
Across the Atlas
From the souks of Marrakech to the dunes of the Sahara, this journey crosses the High Atlas through Amazigh villages, ancient kasbahs and valleys lined with palms.
9 days
Moderate
Maximum
12
guests
From
$2,850
per person
Overview
About this journey
Across the Atlas follows the old caravan routes south from Marrakech. We spend two nights in a mountain guesthouse in the Imlil valley, walking between villages with a local guide, before crossing the Tizi n’Tichka pass to Aït Benhaddou and the Dades Gorge.
The journey ends with a night at a small desert camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, where dinner is cooked over fire and the stars are spectacular. Back in Marrakech, a riad in the medina offers a calm base for exploring the souks with a local guide.
Highlights
Village-to-village walks in the High Atlas
A night under the stars at a desert camp in Erg Chebbi
Guided walk through the Marrakech medina and souks
Mint tea and lunch with an Amazigh family
Day by day
Your itinerary
A clear outline of each day. Timings may shift slightly with the seasons, the weather and local conditions.
Day 1 — Marrakech
Arrive at our riad in the medina. Evening walk to Jemaa el-Fna and welcome dinner.
Days 2–3 — Imlil valley
Transfer into the High Atlas for guided walks between villages, with lunch in a family home.
Day 4 — Aït Benhaddou
Cross the Tizi n’Tichka pass to the fortified village of Aït Benhaddou.
Day 5 — Dades Gorge
Follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to the Dades Gorge for an afternoon walk.
Days 6–7 — Sahara
Travel to Merzouga and ride camels into the Erg Chebbi dunes for a night at our desert camp.
Day 8 — Marrakech
Return to Marrakech via the Draa valley. Farewell dinner on a rooftop terrace.
Day 9 — Departure
Transfer to Marrakech airport.
Where you’ll stay
Characterful, well-located stays.
Traditional riads in Marrakech, a mountain guesthouse in Imlil, kasbah hotels along the route and a private tented camp in the dunes with en-suite facilities.
What’s included
Accommodation for every night of the journey.
Local trip leader and relevant specialist guides.
Ground transport listed in the itinerary.
Meals specifically marked as included.
Activities and entrance fees listed in the itinerary.
Pre-departure information and on-trip support.
Not included
International flights unless explicitly stated.
Travel insurance.
Visa fees and personal expenses.
Meals and drinks not listed as included.
Optional activities and gratuities.
Dates & pricing
From
$2,850
per person
Next departure:
Prices are per person, based on two sharing a double or twin room. Departure dates and availability are confirmed by our team. A 15% deposit is due only after the booking terms and availability are confirmed.
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