Oasis and Kasbah Trails
Overview :
Journey through lush oases and ancient mud-brick kasbahs — ideal for those fascinated by Morocco’s desert architecture and oases culture.
THE SOUTHERN OASES
Desert, Oasis, Kasbah, High Atlas, and cities of 1001 nights. The fertile Draâ valley with date palm trees, flowering laurel trees, and countless Kasbahs and Ksour. Zagora, the former caravan station: "From here, it is only 52 days to reach Timbuktu."
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Included Services
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Air-conditioned Transportation
Professional translators
A free place / 20 paying guests.
From/to Casablanca airport.
Certified Local guides
Entrance fees for Monuments
Tips and porter fees at hotels.
Not Included
Drinks
Meals
Other tips
Tour amenities
Free coupons
Outdoor seating
Laundry service
Restaurant reservation
Wireless Internet
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Itinerary
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Day 1
Tangier – Fès
Arrival at the port of Tangier. Departure to Fès. Dinner and accommodation at the selected hotel in Fès.
Day 2
Fès – Erfoud
Departure towards the Middle Atlas to Erfoud. Leaving the city of Fès, head south. You will cross the Middle Atlas over the Zad Pass, passing through the mountains, then arrive in the town of Midelt. Founded at the beginning of the century as a military base, it is mainly known for its mining industry. Then continue south, reaching the Tizi N'Talrhemt pass where vegetation starts to change, before arriving at Errachidia. You will travel along a plateau cut by the Ziz valley, offering a splendid view of the valley with its reddish-brown Ksour, the distinctive houses, and the green oasis gardens surrounding the valley walls. Late afternoon arrival in Erfoud for dinner and overnight in a selected hotel.
Day 3
Erfoud – Zagora
Early departure via Alnif and Tazzarine through the Tizi-n-Tafilalet pass to Zagora. This beautiful route features many small oases and was once a caravan trail. The gardens of this oasis are protected by high walls. On the outskirts of Zagora, there is an old sign indicating "52 days to Timbuktu by camel caravan." Dinner and accommodation at a selected hotel in Zagora.
Day 4
Zagora – Ouarzazate
After breakfast, depart on the road of 1001 Kasbahs, crossing the Tizi-n-Taddert pass before reaching the Skoura oasis. From here, you can see Lake El-Mansou Eddahbi with a beautiful view of the Djebel Saghro mountain range before arriving in Ouarzazate. Dinner and accommodation.
Day 5
Ouarzazate – Tinghir – Ouarzazate
After breakfast, leave Ouarzazate heading east to El Kelaa de Mgouna, then continue along the road of 1001 Kasbahs towards Tinghir. About 1 km past Tinghir, the road leads to the impressive Todra Gorges formed by erosion. Their nearly vertical rock walls are 300 meters high and 10 meters wide. Return to Ouarzazate for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6
Ouarzazate – Marrakech
Leave Ouarzazate heading north to Ksar Ait Benhaddou, famous for its Kasbah. Cross the spectacular Tizi-n-Tichka mountain pass (2,260 m), a highlight of the High Atlas Mountains. This road is one of the most scenic and impressive in Morocco. Later, pass through the Haouz plateau before arriving in Marrakech for dinner and accommodation at a selected hotel.
Day 7
Marrakech
Visit Marrakech, with its palm groves located near the High Atlas Mountains — an oasis at the edge of the desert. In this city, you will feel both Africa and the Orient at the same time. At the entrance to the city, over 100,000 palm trees provide a splendid view. The lively souks, the Palmeraie, and the red buildings give Marrakech its desert character. You will visit the Koutoubia Mosque, a masterpiece of Hispano-Moorish architecture, the Menara Gardens, the Saadian Tombs, the Bahia Palace, Bab Agnaou (the oldest Medina gate), the souks, and the famous Jemaa el-Fna square, where merchants, storytellers, jugglers, musicians, and card players can be found all day long, often with very long queues! Dinner and accommodation in a selected hotel in Marrakech.
Day 8
Marrakech – Casablanca – Rabat – Tangier
Departure for Casablanca, the second largest city in Africa, located on the Atlantic coast, and the largest industrial and commercial center on the continent. Then proceed to Rabat, the administrative capital and residence of the king. Visit the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Hassan Tower, and the Mohamed V Mausoleum. Continue to Tangier for dinner and accommodation.
Day 9
Tangier
After breakfast, transfer to the port of Tangier.
What’s Included:
8 nights in half board (breakfast and dinner) at selected hotels
Very qualified French-speaking guide from/to Tangier port
Local guides in Marrakech, Casablanca, and Rabat
Entrance fees: Bahia Palace and Saadian Tombs in Marrakech
Tips and porter fees at hotels
1 free place for every 20 paying single rooms