Day Trip to Skoura Oasis, Roses Valley & Dades Gorges
📝 Tour Description: What to Expect on Your Journey
Embark on a captivating day trip from Ouarzazate to the enchanting Valley of the Roses and the stunning Dades Gorges. This journey offers a unique introduction to the southern region of Morocco, where you’ll explore historical landmarks like the picturesque Kasbah Amredhil and immerse yourself in the rich Berber way of life within the oasis.
As you traverse the breathtaking Valley of the Roses in Kelâat M’Gouna, visit a local cooperative renowned for producing exquisite cosmetic products made from the valley’s abundant roses. To enhance your experience, share a warm glass of tea with nomads and savor a delicious lunch at a restaurant that overlooks the valley, with free time afterward to wander and explore the stunning gorges.
Highlights:
- Explore the stunning Kasbah Amredhil and the lush palm groves of Skoura Oasis.
- Visit a local cooperative to discover how cosmetic products are made from the valley’s roses and take a stroll in the Roses Valley.
- Drive off the beaten path along the road of a thousand kasbahs and enjoy a glass of tea with nomads.
- Delight in a delicious lunch at a restaurant overlooking the valley.
- Enjoy a leisurely walk along the riverbank in the breathtaking Dades Gorges.
DESTINATION | Day Trip to Skoura Oasis, Roses Valley & Dades Gorges |
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DEPARTURE LOCATION | Any Place in Ouarzazate |
RETURN LOCATION | Any Place in Ouarzazate |
DEPARTURE TIME | Please arrive by 08:15 AM for a prompt departure at 08:30 AM |
DURATION | 1 Day |
PRICE | Depends on the number of travelers |
What’s Included / What’s Excluded
- Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle; 4×4 Toyota Prado tx or deluxe van
- Pick-up from and drop-off at your hotel in Ouarzazate
- Experienced English, French, Spanish, Italian-speaking Berber/Nomad driver-guide
- A camel ride in Tinfou dunes plus free sandboarding
- Free time to explore sites of interest, for walks, photos and tea/ coffee breaks
- Entrance fees and local guide in Kasbah Tamnougalte
- Lunch with vegetarian and vegan options available
- Bottled water, tea/coffee, Moroccan biscuit in the desert
- Drinks
- Tips
- Extras
🌟 Explore the Full Itinerary of Your Journey👇
- After breakfast, your day trip begins with a pickup at your riad.
- Route of a Thousand Kasbahs:
- Follow the scenic Route of a Thousand Kasbahs to Skoura Oasis.
- Stop to visit Kasbah Amredhil, famously featured on the old 50 dirham banknote.
- This beautifully restored kasbah, constructed entirely of adobe, is a perfect example of traditional architecture, designed to keep interiors cool in summer and warm in winter.
- Valley of the Roses:
- Continue your journey through the stunning Valley of the Roses towards Kelâat M’Gouna.
- Here, over 4,000 tons of roses are harvested each spring.
- Visit a local cooperative that produces cosmetic products from the valley’s abundant roses, known for their exceptional quality.
- The best time to see the roses is in early May, just before the annual Rose Festival.
- Continue your journey through the stunning Valley of the Roses towards Kelâat M’Gouna.
- Dades Valley:
- Upon reaching the Dades Valley, enjoy lunch at a kasbah overlooking the breathtaking landscape.
- Afternoon Exploration:
- Take some time to walk through the valley, exploring fields and gardens.
- Experience the local oasis life.
- Return to Ouarzazate:
- Return to Ouarzazate by the end of the afternoon.
- Your driver will transfer you back to your riad, concluding your enriching day trip.