Road trip southern Morocco

Marrakech and the Atlas Mountains, followed by self-drive from the desert to the coast
15-day roundtrip by rental car

Road trip southern Morocco

Marrakech and the Atlas Mountains, followed by self-drive from the desert to the coast
15-day roundtrip by rental car

Road trip southern Morocco

Marrakech and the Atlas Mountains

The first few days - still without a rental car - are an immediate immersion in two extremes of Morocco.
You will stay in an attractive hotel, from which you can explore the extremely whirlwind city.
Wandering through the old part of town is a succession of lively scenes full of color, fragrance and sound.
On a day excursion to the Atlas Mountains, you will discover the more leisurely pace of days in a traditional Berber village, where you will be warmly welcomed.
A varied taste of Morocco's versatility, then begin your road trip by rental car through the authentic south. Where the world can't find you...

Self-drive from the desert to the coast

By 4WD you will traverse impressively beautiful landscapes.
Prepare for off-the road driving through the sand desert, unpaved mountain roads and fine asphalt roads, endless hairpin bends and magnificent views.
Be transported back to days gone by when trade caravans moved from oasis to oasis across the Sahara to Timbuktu, where green valleys full of Argan bushes alternate with palm groves and red mountains, sand dunes and beaches.
Gradually you will learn more about the culture of the Berbers, Arabs and other peoples.
Old traditions still live on, desert villages and towns breathe history.
You will spend the night in fairytale accommodations.

Tips & tops from Roadtrip South Morocco:

  • Accommodation is chosen in consultation with our travel designers.
    For example, you will stay in the Erg Chebbi desert in a luxury tented camp, surrounded by nothing but sand dunes
  • A great overnight option near Ait Ben Haddou is Kasbah Hellouze
  • Look here for more hotel inspiration; this is just a small fraction of the possibilities
  • Would you like to discover Marrakech on your own or book a private city tour?
  • The day excursion to the Atlas Mountains is a true immersion in the culture of the Berbers; you will be guests of a family and here you can enjoy a lunch consisting of traditional dishes
  • On a trip on the back of a dromedary, you will get a brief taste of the life of nomads and trading caravans
  • The city of Zagora is located in Drâa Valley; also visit the Dadès Valley with oases full of date palms and almond trees
  • Taroudant 's ancient ramparts are among the most beautiful in Morocco
  • Essaouira is the laid-back answer to the hustle and bustle of Marrakech.
    Discover the old medina, the most beautiful beaches and the best restaurants here

Your tailor-made trip

Daily overview

1 Arrival in Marrakech - private transfer to hotel
2 Free to spend in Marrakech
3 Day excursion to Atlas Mountains by private car with driver/guide
4 Pick up rental car in Marrakech - drive to Ait Ben Haddou
5 Drive to Erg Chebbi Desert - ride by dromedary
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Highlights for this trip

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