Day 1: Marrakech to the Desert’s Edge

Kick things off in Marrakech—land at the airport, and we’ll whisk you to a riad with crazy mosaic vibes. Quick lunch of tagine, then pile into a 4x4 and head toward the desert. Stop at Ait Benhaddou, a mud-brick fortress that looks like it’s frozen in time (and yeah, it’s been in movies). Your guide spills some Berber lore about djinns who guard old kasbahs. Crash in a guesthouse in Ouarzazate, with mountains looming outside.
Note: Marrakech is hectic. Keep your wallet close.

Day 2: Into the Sahara’s Heart

Long drive today, but it’s worth it. Roll through the Draa Valley, where palm groves and ancient villages line the road. You’ll stop at a Berber market—think spices, rugs, and maybe a guy selling amulets to ward off evil spirits. By afternoon, you’re at the Erg Chebbi dunes, where the sand glows orange. Swap the car for camels (yep, it’s cliché but fun) and ride to a desert camp. Dinner’s under the stars, with Berber drummers and a creepy story about a djinn who haunts lost travelers.

Day 3: Dunes and Djinn Tales

Wake up to a sunrise that’ll stop you in your tracks—dunes stretching forever. Morning’s for wandering the sands, maybe trying sandboarding if you’re feeling wild. Your guide takes you to a nearby Berber family’s tent for tea and stories about the desert’s trickster spirits. Afternoon’s a visit to a half-buried oasis, its ruins tied to a nomad myth about a cursed caravan. Back at camp, you’ll swap ghost stories by the fire. Sleep in a nomad-style tent, but don’t freak if the wind sounds like whispering.
Pro tip: Bring a scarf for sand. It gets everywhere.

Day 4: Forgotten Trails

Today’s a trek (on foot or camel, your call) to another set of ruins—an old trading post swallowed by the desert. Your guide swears it’s haunted by a djinn who messes with greedy merchants. You’ll learn how Berbers navigate by stars and hear about their sky gods. Lunch is flatbread and dates in the shade of a dune. Evening’s back at camp with a chill vibe—more music, maybe some local poetry about love and spirits. You’ll be staring at the Milky Way, feeling tiny.
Fun fact: Locals say djinns hate loud noises. Scream if you’re spooked.

Day 5: Desert to Mountains

Say bye to the dunes and head toward the Todra Gorge, a insane canyon with cliffs that tower over you. Stop at a Berber village where elders share tales of desert nomads and their run-ins with the supernatural. You’ll explore a palm-filled oasis that feels like a mirage, with stories of a water spirit who lures folks in. Night’s in a guesthouse by the gorge, with a rooftop view that’s straight-up magical.

Day 6: Back to Marrakech

Long drive back to Marrakech, but the scenery—think rugged mountains and dusty plains—keeps it lively. Stop for a quick mint tea at a roadside spot and grab some souvenirs (haggling’s half the fun). You’re back in Marrakech by afternoon, with time to roam the souk or chill in a café before your flight. The desert’s gonna linger in your head, like a djinn that won’t quit.