13 Day Morocco Tour: Toubkal Summit, Gorges & Sahara
A 13 day Morocco tour for fit travellers: the summit of Toubkal, rock climbing in the Todra Gorge, two nights in the dunes and bikes in Agafay.
See the day-by-day routeAbout this 13 day Morocco tour
Our 13 day Morocco tour for fit travellers starts on the roof of North Africa. You climb Toubkal, then head south for the gorges and the dunes.
First, you walk from Imlil to the refuge and reach the summit at sunrise. Then an easy day takes you to Aït Benhaddou. After that, you cycle in Skoura and try rock climbing in the Todra Gorge. Next, you ride a quad and camels in Erg Chebbi, with two nights in desert camps. Finally, a balloon and a mountain bike ride in Agafay end the trip. In short, this 13 day Morocco tour is private and runs on the dates you choose.
Highlights of this 13 day Morocco tour
- Summit of Toubkal, 4,167 m
- Night at the Toubkal refuge
- Cycling in Skoura
- Rock climbing in Todra
- Quad & sandboarding
- Camel trek & two camp nights
- Hot air balloon
- Mountain bike in Agafay
13 day Morocco tour: day by day
- 1dayDay 1
Arrival in Marrakech
We meet you at the airport and take you to your riad.
- 2dayDay 2
Marrakech to Imlil
Drive to the foot of the High Atlas and take a warm-up walk to the village of Aroumd.
- 3dayDay 3
Up to the Toubkal refuge
Walk up the valley past Sidi Chamharouch to the refuge at 3,207 m, with mules for the bags.
- 4dayDay 4
Summit day
Start before dawn to reach the summit at sunrise, then descend all the way to Imlil.
- 5dayDay 5
Rest road to Aït Benhaddou
An easy day: back through Marrakech and over the Tizi n’Tichka pass, with a sunset walk in the ksar.
- 6dayDay 6
Skoura by bike
Cycle through the palm grove of Skoura and its kasbahs, then on to the Dades Valley.
- 7dayDay 7
Rock climbing in the Todra Gorge
A morning on the rock walls of the Todra Gorge with a climbing guide, then east to Merzouga.
- 8dayDay 8
Quad & camel to camp
A quad ride and sandboarding in Erg Chebbi, then a camel ride at sunset to the desert camp.
- 9dayDay 9
Camel trek in the dunes
Walk with the camels deeper into the dunes, tea with a nomad family and a second night under the stars.
- 10dayDay 10
West to Ouarzazate
A long road day back through Tinghir and the valleys, with stops on the way.
- 11dayDay 11
Back to Marrakech
Over the High Atlas to Marrakech, with a free afternoon to rest.
- 12dayDay 12
Balloon & Agafay bikes
A hot air balloon at sunrise, then a mountain bike ride across the stone desert of Agafay.
- 13dayDay 13
Departure
A last walk in the souks and transfer to the airport.
What’s included in this 13 day Morocco tour
Included
- 12 nights of accommodation as listed (riads, guesthouses and a desert camp)
- Breakfast every morning
- Dinner and breakfast at the desert camp
- Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Pick-up in Marrakech and drop-off in Marrakech (hotel, riad, airport)
- Camel ride as described in the programme
- Mountain guide and mule for the luggage
Not included
- International flights
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and museums
- Optional activities (for example quad, buggy or balloon) unless listed
- Travel insurance
- Tips for drivers and guides
Draft based on this programme – our team confirms the exact list with your quote.
Where you stay
- Night 1Riad in Marrakech
- Night 2Guesthouse in Imlil
- Night 3Toubkal refuge
- Night 4Guesthouse in Imlil
- Night 5Guesthouse in Aït Benhaddou
- Night 6Riad in Dades Valley
- Night 7Riad in Merzouga
- Night 8Desert camp
- Night 9Desert camp
- Night 10Riad in Ouarzazate
- Night 11Riad in Marrakech
- Night 12Riad in Marrakech
Comfort level: Standard + – comfortable riads, guesthouses and a traditional desert camp, chosen by our team. Luxury camps and riads are possible on request.
Best time for this trip
Late May, June, September and October are best: the Toubkal path is usually free of snow and the desert is not too hot. July and August are too hot in the dunes, and winter brings snow to the summit.
- JanAvoid
- FebAvoid
- MarPossible
- AprPossible
- MayGood
- JunBest
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepBest
- OctBest
- NovPossible
- DecAvoid
What to bring for this trip
- Broken-in walking boots
- Warm fleece and down jacket for the summit
- Hat and gloves for summit morning
- Headtorch
- Sleeping bag for the refuge
- Comfortable clothes for climbing and cycling
- Scarf or cheche for sand and sun
- Warm layer for two camp nights
- Sunglasses and high-factor sun cream
- Refillable water bottle
Booking & payment
- How to book
- Send your request; we confirm the programme and the price in writing on WhatsApp or by email.
- Payment
- A deposit secures your booking and the balance is paid on arrival.
- Cancellation
- Our cancellation conditions are sent with your quote, before you pay anything.
- Weather & changes
- If the weather stops an activity, we adapt the day or replace the activity.
13 Day Morocco Tour: your questions
How fit do I need to be for this 13 day Morocco tour?
You need good fitness for the Toubkal climb: summit day is long and reaches 4,167 m. The other activities are for beginners.
When is the best time for the 13 day Morocco tour with Toubkal?
From May to October the summit path is usually free of snow; avoid the desert in July and August. Late May, June, September and October suit both.
Do I need experience for the rock climbing?
No. A climbing guide gives you the equipment and chooses routes for your level.
Is there a rest day after the summit?
Yes – day 5 is an easy road day to Aït Benhaddou with only a short walk at sunset.
Can we leave out Toubkal?
Yes – we can replace it with easier valley walks around Imlil, or a day in Essaouira at the end.
What our travellers say
A holistic experience
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Activities on this trip
Read more about each experience – what to expect, who it is for and what to bring.
Quad & buggy ridesDay 8 – Quad & camel to campDetails →
Camel & horseback treksDay 8 – Quad & camel to campDetails →
Desert camping & stargazingDay 8 – Quad & camel to campDetails →
Hot air balloon rideDay 12 – Balloon & Agafay bikesDetails →
Cycling & mountain bikingDay 6 – Skoura by bikeDetails →
Hiking & trekking adventuresDay 2 – Marrakech to ImlilDetails →Optional activities
Add one or more of these to your 13-day trip. They are not included in the price – ask us and we add them to your programme.
Optional · extra4x4 & off-road safaris4x4 tour around the dunes and nomad familiesSee the activity →
Optional · extraAuthentic culinary experiencesCooking class or food walk in the medinaSee the activity →Optional · extraWellness and relaxationTraditional hammam and spa timeSee the activity →Optional · extraAtlas zipline adventureZipline in the Atlas foothillsSee the activity →
Optional · extraHelicopter tourScenic flight over Marrakech and the AtlasSee the activity →Request this 13-day trip
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