Morocco: Sahara Desert, Atlas Mountains and Atlantic Ocean

Your experience of Morocco begins with a guided tour of the imperial city of Marrakesh. Walk around the beautiful Koutoubia Mosque, which dates back to the 12th century, while your expert guide tells you about its origins and history. Admire the Italian marble of the Saadian Tombs and architecture of the 19th century El Bahia Palace. Wrap up your exploration with a walk around the bustling souks that lie in the heart of the old city. No visit here is complete without a trip to the iconic Djemaa El Fna, a vibrant cultural hub of musicians, food stalls, storytellers, fortune tellers and snake charmers.

A car and driver will be at your disposal to enable you to explore the city in comfort.

During your time in Marrakesh, you will also get to go on a guided tour of the fabulous Menara Gardens, which was created in the 12th-century by Abd al-Mu’min of the Almohad Caliphate. Stroll leisurely through the cypress trees, olive groves, and orange orchards of this 250-acre UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the complex network of aqueducts that brings water from the mountains to the garden. Admire the architecture while your guide regales you with interesting stories such as the one about the Sultan who had some of his guests drowned in the garden pools.

You will be driven from Marrakesh to Ouarzazate in a private vehicle. On the way, enjoy a guided tour of Ait-Ben-Haddou, a fortified village and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through the lanes of this lovely 'ksar', past red mud houses, some of which still have traditional decorations.

Another highlight during your time here is a private tour of the famous Atlas Studios. Named after the nearby Atlas Mountains and spread over an area of 322,000 sq. ft, this is the largest film studio in the world. Films that have been shot here include Lawrence of Arabia, The Last Temptation of Christ, The Living Daylights, Gladiator, The Mummy, Kingdom of Heaven, and even part of the TV series Game of Thrones.

Experience life in the desert in Erg Chegaga. After arriving at your luxury camp, hop on to a camel for a leisurely ride across the dunes. It might initially take a little getting used to, but you will soon be enjoying your camel ride!

Your desert experience continues with a session of sandboarding in an area that is largely inaccessible by car. Savour the view as you surf the 'sandy waves' of the desert. In the evening, sit around the fire and unwind while Moroccan drums add to the charm of being under the stars.

During your time in Erg Chegaga, you will also get to go on a private Jeep safari to explore the stunning desert landscape.

Skoura, a scenic town in Morocco’s Dades Valley, is best known for its numerous kasbahs.Enjoy fantastic views of the Atlas Mountains as you go on a guided tour to see well-preserved, fortified mudbrick castles that are adorned with religious symbols and geometric patterns.

Visit Kasbah Ait Ben Moro, which has been converted into a large guest house. You will also get to see the famed 17th century Kasbah Amridil, where the Nassiri family resides. Learn about the region's history at the in-house museum before heading for the oldest kasbah, the Kasbah of Aït Abou. Wrap up your exploration of Skoura with a stroll through the bustling souk where a wide variety of desert produce is sold.

You will be driven from Skoura to your accommodation in the High Atlas Mountains in a private vehicle.

Enjoy a guided scenic trek that starts from Imlil, a mountain retreat, to the Tizi M’zik mountain pass in the area of Toubkal, the highest peak of the Atlas range. Savour the view of the Imlil and Azadane valleys as you make your way up, with small Berber villages, agricultural terraces, fruit orchards and juniper forests along your route.

The winds and waves make the small fishing village of Taghazout a popular destination for surfers. If you are feeling adventurous, you can try surfing under the guidance of an experienced instructor. Enjoy catching some waves and feel the wind in your hair.

You will be driven to the airport in a private vehicle to catch your flight back home.