DAY 1 (Marrakech ⫸ Ait Benhaddou ⫸ Ouarzazate ⫸ Nkob)

∴ Start your journey in the morning by heading towards the High Atlas Mountains.

∴ After passing the picturesque views, the first stop is at a viewpoint Tizi N Tichka (2260m high) the highest point of the Atlas Mountains accessible by car, with panoramic views of the breathtaking landscape with Amazigh villages.

∴ At midday, arrive at the famous fortified city of Ait Benhaddou – the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech in present-day Morocco. Travel back in time with your local official guide taking you around the kasbah.

∴ The Ksar of Aït-Benhaddou is a striking example of southern Moroccan architecture. Listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has also been the backdrop for many Hollywood productions. Films and TV series that have used the services of the studio include The Mummy, Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven, Babel, Game of Thrones, Vikings and many more.

∴ The journey then continues through the beautiful southern landscape of black canyons and cliffs, home to the Amazigh tribes of Ait Atta. The palm groves and henna fields are stretching along the horizon as you drive through multiple mudbrick ksars (fortified villages) surrounded by charming palm oases.

∴ The area has its ancestral importance and a key role in the caravan trade route with Timbuktu. In the evening your journey ends in the charming Kasbah town of Nkob. One of Morocco’s best-kept secrets, this oasis is where you can still find traditional craftsmen at work. Enjoy a traditional locally made dinner and an evening of traditional Amazigh music at your accommodation overlooking astonishing palm grooves.

DAY 2 (Nkob ⫸ Tazarine ⫸Merzouga)

∴ The adventure continues throughout the day driving through the mesmerising palm oasis and mountains stretching along the horizon. Upon arrival at the hotel in the Sahara, you’ll explore beautiful local surroundings and prepare for a camel trek to view the Saharan sunset.

∴ Guided by the local herders ride through the majestic dunes of the world’s biggest desert. Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of this place and chase the light and colour of the sand when climbing dunes.

∴ Before welcoming the new year on the great Sahara desert you will be served a delicious dinner followed by traditional Amazigh music around the campfire. At midnight we will walk to the high dunes and raise a glass for the coming year under a shimmering starlit sky of the world’s largest desert. Our first night of the new year will be spent in traditional nomad tents with a touch of eco-luxury charm.

DAY 3 (Merzouga ⫸ Todgha Gorges ⫸ Dades Gorges)

∴ In the early hours of the morning, your day starts with a camel ride to witness the sun rising over the Great Sahara.

∴ After locally-made breakfast, the journey continues to Todgha canyons. A scenic drive through the multi-coloured walls of the gorges and historic kasbahs. Todgha Gorge is one of the most impressive canyons in the world. These rock formations range up to 500 meters and stretch 160 km (100 miles) from Ouarzazate to the east of Tinghir. After locally made lunch in the beautiful huge rocky cliffs continue your journey passing centuries-old Amazigh villages and stopping at the major viewpoints to inhale the majestic landscapes.

∴ Your journey then continues to Dades Valley, through an astonishing landscape of palm oases, along the ancient caravan trading route. The landscapes of red coloured canyons formed by the Dades River include astonishing gorges and spectacular winding roads.

∴ The most famous canyon road – Tisdrin, which means stairs in Amazigh, is located on the mountain range of the Anti-Atlas between the oasis of Boumalne Dades and Msemrir, a mountainous small village. Stop and enjoy the view of one of the most winding roads in the world, while having Moroccan mint tea at the beautiful café-restaurant overlooking the canyons. Charming Dades Valley will be our overnight accommodation, with locally made dinner and an evening of traditional Amazigh music.

DAY 4 (Dades Valley ⫸ Ouarzazate Film Studio ⫸ Marrakech)

∴ After a locally-made breakfast in the charming surroundings of Dades Valley, continue your journey north to the ancient town of Ouarzazate. Our local official guide will take you to discover the most impressive Kasbah – Taourirt. Originally built in the 19th century, it was owned by the el Glaoui clan, a family that had a powerful stronghold on one of Morocco’s most significant southern caravan routes to West Africa.

∴ After locally-made lunch, you’ll be taken on tour to the famous Atlas Film Studio in Ouarzazate – the world’s largest film studio. Films and TV series that have used the services of the studio include The Mummy, Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven, Babel, Game of Thrones, Vikings and many more.

∴ The journey back to Marrakech continues through the astonishing landscape along the way. Stop at various points to truly immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings. Locally made lunch will be prepared in the spectacular Roses Valley with views of the colourful landscape. Before reaching Marrakech, take a look at the stunning views of the High Atlas Mountains’ magnificent colourful landscape.

∴ The estimated arrival time in Marrakech 8pm.