Route of the 1000 Kasbahs Fly & Drive

Day 1 Marrakech

Arrival at Marrakech airport and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

Day 2 Marrakech / Ait Ben Hadou / Ouarzazate

(210 km) Breakfast. Sign the rental agreement at the hotel reception. We recommend that you start your adventure by driving to Ait Ben Hadou, one of the famous kasbahs of the south and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This place may look familiar to you, as many famous TV shows and movies have been filmed here. Then, continue your journey to Ouarzazate, where you can visit the famous Kasbah of Glaoui. Accommodation.

Day 3 Ouarzazate / Zagora / Desert

(175 km) Breakfast. Head to Zagora, one of the most beautiful cities in southern Morocco. It still has many Kasbahs and ancient fortresses in the foothills of the Anti-Atlas, or Lesser Atlas. After Zagora, continue driving along the Tamegroute road until you reach Tilougui, a serene desert camp located 9 kilometers from Zagora. This beautiful camp, accessible by car, is a peaceful oasis full of palm trees and surrounded by golden dunes in the heart of the desert. Accommodation.

Day 4 Desert / Erfoud / Merzouga

(385 km) Breakfast. Leave Merzouga to continue your desert odyssey. We suggest stopping in Rissani to visit its spectacular 17th century Kasbah before continuing on to Erfoud, where you can stroll through its vibrant and colorful souk. Also in Erfoud is the Borj, a fortified tower overlooking the village that offers a magnificent view of the palm groves and surrounding desert. Finally, continue driving to Merzouga. Accommodation.

Day 5 Merzouga / Boumalne Dades

(245 km) Breakfast. Departure for Boumalne Dades, which is located on the edge of a desert plateau. You will then arrive at El Kelaa M'Gouna, a town located in the heart of the fragrant Valley of Roses, known for its extensive rose cultivation for cosmetic purposes. Other local delicacies, such as saffron, are also grown here. The place is also famous for hosting an annual rose festival. Accommodation.

Day 6 Boumalne Dades / Skoura

(75 km) Breakfast. Begin a leisurely journey to Skoura, a picturesque town hidden in the middle of a lush palm grove. Here you can visit the fascinating Kasbah of Amridil, the Kasbah of Ait ben Moro, and other local attractions of great scenic value. Accommodation.

Day 7 Skoura / Ouarzazate / Fint Valley Oasis

(60 km) Breakfast. Enjoy a relaxing morning in Skoura before getting back in the car to head to Ouarzazate. Park your car at Al-baraka des Loisirs and at the appointed time, hop in a 4x4 that will take you deep into the desert. You will arrive at the Oued Noujoum Ecolodge, in the splendid Fint Valley, 15 kilometers from Ouarzazate. Be sure to call the lodge to confirm the transfer time, although it is usually between 4:30 and 5:00 p.m. Once there, make yourself comfortable and enjoy the peace and quiet of what will be your home for the night. Accommodation.

Day 8 Fint Valley Oasis / Marrakech

(230 km) After breakfast, hop back into the 4x4 vehicle that will take you from your accommodation to Al-baraka to pick up your rental car. Then, get behind the wheel and drive all the way back to the red city of Marrakech, where your journey began. Once there, stroll through its souks and admire the craftsmanship reflected in its handmade products. Next, explore the lively Jemaa el Fnaa square, the beating heart of Marrakech. Marvel at this bustling hive of activity as the sun sets over the huge square, crowded with stalls, Gnawa musicians, snake charmers, and a wide variety of colorful characters. Later, return your rental car to the hotel. Accommodation.  

Day 9 Marrakech

(20 km) Breakfast. Transfer to Marrakech airport.