8 Days from Agadir to the Sahara Desert and Marrakech

Day 1: Agadir – Taroudant – Ait benhaddou – Ouarzazate

The 8 days from Agadir, depart to the south of Morocco via Ouarzazate driving through small Berber villages, Taznakht the capital of the Moroccan carpet, and Taliouine which is the capital of saffron then to the impressive Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou recognized the one by UNESCO, as a world heritage site since 1986, where many films took place such as Alexander, Gladiator, Babel…, and much more movies. After that, we continue to Ouarzazate “the Hollywood of Africa, Overnight.

Day 2: Ouarzazate – Agdez – Alnif – Rissani – Merzouga desert

In the morning, after breakfast, we will continue our 8 days from Agadir along the Draa Valley, stopping to visit the Kasbah of Tamnougalt in the palm grove of the valley. We will then continue through Nkob, Tazarine, and Alnif, where we will have free time for lunch. Afterward, we’ll head to Rissani, known for its bustling souk, which is rarely frequented by tourists, and where you can see a park of donkeys near the market. Finally, we will continue our journey to the impressive dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga, where you’ll have the opportunity to ride a camel to the bivouac. There, you’ll enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and sleep under the stars.

Day 3: Merzouga Desert – Rissani – Todra gorge – Dades valley

Today morning, we will depart from Erfoud to the fossil marble production workshop. Continue our 8 days from Agadir, to Tinghir and Todra Gorges. It is the highest and narrowest gorges in Morocco. After lunch in the gorge, we’ll drive through the Dades Valley enjoying the rock formations and monkey toes. Overnight in Dades Valley.

Day 4: Dades valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

After having breakfast, our 8 days from Agadir, will depart to Marrakech via Ouarzazate. Stopping for a panoramic view of the Taourirt Kasbah, and the atlas film studios. After that. You will visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou. which has served as a natural decoration for many movie producers since the 1960s. And stop for lunch in a local restaurant in the village. In the Afternoon. We will drive to Marrakech over the mountains of high Atlas passing through the Tizi N’tichka pass (2260 m in altitude). Drop off in Marrakech.

Day 5: Full Day to visit Marrakech with a local guide

Today, we will have an optional private Guided Tour of Marrakech, with an official guide from Marrakech, you will see the famous Mosque of Koutoubia, the Medina, and its souks, and explore some more of Marrakech’s secrets: Ali Ben Youssef Koranic School, the Saadian the Bahia Palace and Majorelle Gardens, a night at a Riad in the Medina. Overnight.

Day 6: Marrakech – Essaouira

Today we will leave Marrakech towards Essaouira, and drive for a 3-hour trip to the port town. You will have an optional visit to a cooperative of Argan oil before you arrive in Essaouira. Upon arrival, you will start a walking tour of the traditional port. then, you walk through arches, and Ramparts that belong to the 18th century. The tour also features a stop by Dutch cannons, directed towards the sea. You can also roam around the market which displays oak products as the main artifact of the city. Lunch, and then check into the hotel. Free time in the afternoon.

Day 7: Essaouira – Sidi Kaouki beach – Imsouane beach – Taghazout – Agadir

After breakfast, our 8 days from Agadir depart to Agadir by the coastal road. Crossing through Sidi kaouki, Imsouane, and the splendid village of Taghazout near Agadir city. Morocco’s top surfing spot, the first stop is to see “flying goats” climbing the Argan trees looking for fresh nuts. After lunch, you will head to paradise valley and the Kasbah which is atop a hill,  at the northern fringe of the city, for a marvellous view of Agadir and the coast, Overnight in a hotel.

Day 8: Full day in Agadir

Today we will explore the most important places in this city. Visit the Valley of the Birds, which is located in the center of Agadir. Runs down towards the sea, however, a lush green valley, with a zoo, a waterfall, and a children’s playground. The valley draws a rich variety of birds throughout the year, you will end up walking by the beach. Overnight. The end of the 8 Days from Agadir to the Sahara Desert and Marrakech.