3-Day Saharan and Southern Valleys Escape from Ouarzazate

Tour Overview

This authentic journey takes you along the legendary Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, through the Dadès and Todra Gorges, Ziz and Drâa Valleys, and Morocco’s southeastern natural treasures. Visit the iconic Amridil Kasbah in Skoura, stroll through the fragrant Valley of Roses, explore the striking “Monkey Fingers” in Dadès, and wander the dramatic Todra canyons. Experience a magical night in a luxury desert camp amidst Erg Chebbi’s golden dunes. The return to Ouarzazate includes Berber villages in the Djebel Saghro, Drâa Valley palm groves, and the hidden Tizgui Waterfalls in the Anti-Atlas. This tailored Saharan tour blends culture, diverse landscapes, lush oases, and the Sahara Desert, perfect for travelers seeking authenticity and escape.

Price:

From €560 / person

Day 1: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Valley of Roses – Road of a Thousand Kasbahs – Dadès Gorges – Todra Gorges

Depart at 8:30 AM from your Ouarzazate accommodation, known as the gateway to the Sahara. Your Saharan adventure begins with a drive through southern Morocco’s arid landscapes to the Skoura Oasis, renowned for its lush palm groves and the iconic Amridil Kasbah, a masterpiece of Berber mud-brick architecture. Continue through the Valley of Roses, famous for its fragrant rose fields, artisanal rosewater, and stunning landscapes dotted with kasbahs. Follow the mythical Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, lined with authentic Berber villages and ochre fortresses, reaching the Dadès Gorges by late morning, also known as the Fig Valley for its verdant orchards. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then take a pleasant walk through the Fig Valley, a magical place of lush vegetation, rocky formations, and traditional kasbahs. Discover the unique “Monkey Fingers,” cliffs sculpted by erosion, an emblem of the Dadès Gorges. In the afternoon, drive through scenic High Atlas Berber villages like M’Semrir, Aït Hani, and Tamtatouchte, offering spectacular mountain and valley views. Arrive at the dramatic Todra Gorges by late afternoon, a towering canyon with cliffs soaring up to 300 meters. Settle into a comfortable hotel for a traditional Moroccan dinner and overnight stay in a charming riad.

Day 2: Todra Gorges – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga – Erg Chebbi Dunes

After breakfast, take a morning walk through the Todra Gorges and Tinghir’s lush palm grove, an oasis contrasting with the red rocks. Head toward the desert, crossing the Ziz Valley, known for its date palms and vital irrigation role in southeastern Morocco. Lunch in Erfoud, a town famous for fossils and marble quarries. Continue to Merzouga, gateway to the stunning Erg Chebbi dunes, reaching up to 250 meters. In the late afternoon, embark on a camel ride into the desert to your luxury camp, witnessing an unforgettable sunset over the golden dunes. Enjoy a starry dinner with traditional Saharan music. Overnight in a luxurious desert camp in the heart of the Moroccan Sahara.

Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Alnif – N’Kob – Drâa Valley – Tizgui Waterfalls – Ouarzazate

After watching the sunrise over Erg Chebbi’s golden dunes, enjoy breakfast at the camp, followed by a final walk in Merzouga’s dunes, soaking in the Sahara’s silence and magic. Depart for Rissani, the historic Tafilalet capital and Alaouite dynasty cradle. Continue through Alnif and Tazarine, crossing the lunar-like Djebel Saghro landscapes, then reach N’Kob, an authentic Berber village known for its many kasbahs and stunning mountain views. Lunch in N’Kob at the foot of the massif. In the afternoon, head to Tansikht and the iconic Drâa Valley, a Saharan oasis with lush palm groves, fortified villages, and mud-brick kasbahs. Follow the ancient caravan route along the Drâa River for an immersive experience. Before reaching Ouarzazate, visit the Tizgui Waterfalls, a natural gem in the Anti-Atlas where water cascades over red rocks in a serene setting. Cross the Tizi-n-Tinfifite pass (1,660 m) with breathtaking views, arriving in Ouarzazate by late afternoon.