This 6-day Morocco cycling tour takes you from Marrakech across the High Atlas and into the desert landscapes of southern Morocco. The journey blends road and off-road riding, crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, the Ounila Valley, and the iconic ksar of Ait Ben Haddou. You’ll ride through oases, remote plateaus, historic kasbahs, and traditional Berber villages, with overnights in comfortable guesthouses. The tour ends in Ouarzazate with a final scenic ride before returning to Marrakech.
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Early morning departure from Marrakech, heading straight toward the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m), where we begin our bike ride. Enjoy a steady climb with full support available whenever needed. From the pass, continue with a smooth descent to Telouet (1,800 m) to explore its historic kasbah. Then ride through the stunning Ounila Valley before reaching Ait Ben Haddou (1,300 m). Overnight in a hotel.
Distance: 80 km | Elevation gain: +2,100 m | Elevation loss: –1,600 m
Begin the morning with a ride from Ait Ben Haddou to the famous Atlas Studios in Ouarzazate. After the visit, enjoy a car transfer to Africa’s largest solar power complex. From there, start your second ride of the day, following part of an old caravan route toward Skoura. Arrive at the historic Kasbah Amridil, then continue cycling to your hotel for the night.
Distance: 80 km | Elevation gain: +900 m | Elevation loss: –1,200 m
Ride from the Skoura Valley and follow a mountain track across the Anti-Atlas Mountains. Continue until you reach the small village of Tagmout, a peaceful and remote community in the mountains. Spend the night in a local gîte in the village.
Distance: 56 km | Elevation gain: +1500 m | Elevation loss: –900 m
Starting from Tagmout in the Anti-Atlas Mountains, the journey takes you along a stunning mountain road that winds through dramatic peaks and rocky landscapes before descending into the lush Draa Valley. Along the way, you pass through palm groves, ancient ksars, and traditional Berber villages, experiencing the rich beauty and culture of the region. The ride continues until you arrive in the serene village of Afra, where you will spend the night in a local hotel.
From Afra, continue your ride toward Agdez and follow nomadic trails through wild, open landscapes all the way to the foothills of Djbel Kissane. Skirt behind this iconic mountain and follow a beautiful palm-tree valley, where you will stop to enjoy lunch surrounded by oasis scenery. After lunch, you will be transferred by car to your hotel in Ouarzazate for the night.
Enjoy a scenic morning ride along a panoramic track next to the Ouarzazate dam, taking in the peaceful landscapes and wide open views. After the ride, return to the hotel to prepare for your transfer back to Marrakech.
