Itinerary

1. Day 1: Marrakech – Tichka Pass – Aït Benhaddou (181 km)

   • Depart by minibus via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, the highest road crossing in North Africa.

   • Enjoy dramatic views of the High Atlas Mountains, observing the contrast between the Mediterranean northern slope and the Saharan southern slope.

   • Arrive in Aït Benhaddou and explore the UNESCO-listed ksar, known for its stunning earthen architecture.

   Dinner and overnight stay in Aït Benhaddou.

2. Day 2: Aït Benhaddou – Mhamid El Ghizlane (355 km)

   • Continue south through Ouarzazate, the “Gateway to the Sahara.”

   • Travel along the lush Draa Valley, following ancient caravan routes.

   • Stop in Zagora, a historical trade and military post with deep Saadian roots.

   • After lunch, continue to M’Hamid El Ghizlane for a camel ride and sunset over the dunes.

   Dinner and overnight stay at a desert bivouac in Mhamid.

3. Day 3: Mhamid – Tata (345 km)

   • Depart after breakfast for Tata via Foum Zguid and Taznakht, historically significant stops along the trans-Saharan trade routes.

   • Taznakht was a key trading hub, known for its strategic position and cultural exchanges.

   • Continue to Tata, a desert town known for its Berber heritage and tranquil surroundings.

   Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel in Tata.

4. Day 4: Tata – Tafraout (150 km)

   • Visit the scenic palm groves of Foum.

   • Travel toward the remote and beautiful Tassaout Valley, carved by the Tassaout River from the M'Goun massif.

   • Discover an isolated region known as the "lost valley," home to the Fetouaka tribe.

   Dinner and overnight stay in Tafraout, nestled among granite mountains.

5. Day 5: Tafraout – Sidi Ifni (179 km)

   • Depart via Tafraoute and Bouizakarne to Sidi Ifni, a coastal town with Spanish colonial charm.

   • Discover its Art Deco architecture, peaceful atmosphere, and beautiful coastal cliffs.

   • Explore Hassan II Square for panoramic views and optional beach activities.

   Overnight stay in a hotel in Sidi Ifni.

6. Day 6: Sidi Ifni – Mirleft (30 km)

   • Short drive to Mirleft, a charming village perched between the Anti-Atlas Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean.

   • Discover dramatic cliffs, secret beaches, and lush hills dotted with argan trees and cacti.

   • Free time to relax or explore the peaceful coastal surroundings.

   • Overnight stay in a hotel in Mirleft.

7. Day 7: Mirleft – Essaouira (289 km)

   • Depart for Essaouira via Tiznit and the scenic Souss-Massa Nature Reserve.

   • Brief stop in Agadir, a modern coastal city known for its beaches and temperate climate.

   • Continue the journey along the Atlantic coast, passing tranquil fishing villages and natural landscapes.

   • Arrive in Essaouira in the evening, where its ramparts and sea breeze greet you.

   Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Essaouira.

8. Day 8: Essaouira – Marrakech (169 km)

   • Enjoy a free morning to explore Essaouira’s medina, port, or beach.

   • Depart for Marrakech in the afternoon.

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