Spirit of the Atlas
Across the Berber Mountains and Valleys
8 Days / 7 Nights
Small Group Adventure
Trip Overview
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Start / end
Budapest→ Marrakech → Budapest.
Group Size
Max 15 People
Difficulty level
Easy to moderate
Transport
Private Van & 4×4
Theme
Culture, Nature & Berber Life
Journey Highlights
Ouzoud Falls
Morocco’s tallest waterfalls cascading into a lush canyon. Walking paths, panoramic viewpoints, and close encounters with Barbary macaques create a powerful first contact with nature.
Aït Bouguemez
Known as the “Valley of Happiness,” this fertile high-altitude valley is dotted with traditional Berber villages, orchards, and fields framed by towering peaks.
Valley of Roses
A scenic route through blooming rose fields and ancient kasbahs. Dramatic rock formations and winding roads reveal the raw beauty of southern Morocco.
Marrakech
A vibrant finale in the Red City. Historic palaces, colorful souks, and lively squares bring the journey to an unforgettable close.
Complete Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Marrakech → Ouzoud Falls
Arrival in Marrakech and transfer to Ouzoud Falls. Check-in at a hotel overlooking the cascades, walk to panoramic viewpoints, encounters with Barbary macaques, dinner and overnight near the falls.
Day 2 – Ouzoud → Bin el Ouidane → Aït Bouguemez
Departure from Ouzoud with a scenic stop at Bin el Ouidane Lake. Continue via Azilal into the High Atlas and arrive in Aït Bouguemez. Welcome tea, sunset walk, dinner and overnight in a kasbah guesthouse.
Day 3 – Aït Bouguemez (Valley of Happiness)
A full day exploring the Valley of Happiness. Guided walks through orchards and villages, visits to local homes and artisans, lunch in a village guesthouse, free afternoon, dinner and overnight in Aït Bouguemez.
Day 4 – Aït Bouguemez → Valley of Roses → Dades
Drive along the southern slopes of the Atlas Mountains. Stop in Kelaat M’Gouna in the Valley of Roses, continue on the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, arrival in Dades Valley, dinner and overnight in a kasbah-style hotel.
Day 5 – Dades → Todgha Gorges → Agdz
Journey through the dramatic Dades Gorge with a stop to walk in Todgha Gorges. Continue south toward Agdz, a historic caravan stop, oasis walk at sunset, dinner and overnight in Agdz.
Day 6 – Agdz → Ouarzazate → Marrakech
Morning departure toward Ouarzazate with a visit to the famous film studios. Scenic drive over the Tizi n’Tichka Pass before arriving in Marrakech. Dinner and overnight in the Red City.
Day 7 – Marrakech (Farewell Celebration)
Guided visit of Marrakech highlights including Jardin Majorelle, Koutoubia Mosque, Ben Youssef Madrasa, Bahia Palace, and the souks. Free afternoon and farewell dinner with live music and dance.
Day 8 – Departure
Breakfast and transfer to Marrakech Airport. Charter flight back to Budapest.
Planned Experiences
International flights
Scheduled flights connecting Europe with Morocco and return home.
Air-conditioned minibus
Comfortable private transport for all transfers and daily routes.
9 nights accommodation
Carefully selected hotels, riads and desert stays in different authentic styles.
Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Daily meals including Moroccan cuisine, bottled water and traditional mint tea.
Licensed local guides
Professional guides in Marrakech and Fez providing cultural and historical insight.
Tour leader
Slovak/Czech-speaking guide accompanying the group throughout the entire journey.
Feedback from previous cultural journeys and pilot trips
Dates
From 31 March 2026 to 9 April 2026
From 28 April 2026 to 7 May 2026