Marrakech is great, but the Atlas Mountains and the desert are well worth the detour. Here's the 7-day combo.
Days 1-2 — Marrakech
The medina, Majorelle, the souks (see our 3-day itinerary).
Day 3 — Agafay Desert
Quad biking + a Berber BBQ under canvas. A night in a luxury desert camp (Inara Camp, Scarabeo Camp).
Day 4 — Ourika Valley
A 1-hour drive, Berber lunch, waterfalls, hammam. Back to Marrakech in the evening.
Day 5 — Imlil, Atlas Mountains
A 2-hour drive to the village of Imlil. An easy trek + hammam. Night in a guesthouse or at Kasbah Toubkal.
Day 6 — Ouzoud Waterfalls
A day trip, 3h each way, lunch on site, a swim.
Day 7 — Back to Marrakech + flight
Budget
- Flight: €180
- Mix of riad/camp/Atlas accommodation: €700
- Activities: €400
- Meals + transfers: €250
- Total: €1530/person
