12 Days · Casablanca → Casablanca
Our 12-day loop combines the Atlantic coast, the High Atlas and Anti-Atlas ranges, the kasbah valleys, remote southern pistes and the dunes of Erg Chebbi before returning to Casablanca. With nights in Essaouira, Marrakech, the Sahara and the Draa region, it combines a wide range of landscapes and riding conditions in one itinerary.
This is the longest and most varied ride we run, and the one that shows you how many different countries fit inside Morocco. Starting and finishing in Casablanca, the loop opens on the Atlantic — El Jadida, the Oualidia lagoon and the windswept ramparts of Essaouira — then turns south past Agadir and climbs inland through argan country to Marrakech. From there you cross the High Atlas on the Tizi n'Tichka, drop through the Ounila Valley to Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate, and follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through the Dades bends and Todra Gorge. The desert stage takes you past Erfoud and Rissani to Merzouga for a full day riding the tracks around Erg Chebbi and a night at camp. The return continues: west through Alnif and N'Kob into the palm corridor of the Draa Valley to Zagora, then the remote Foum Zguid and Tazenakht stage across the Anti-Atlas before the final High Atlas crossing back to Marrakech and the run north to Casablanca. Twelve days, and coast, mountain, gorge, oasis and open Sahara in a single loop.
Approximate distances, riding time, surfaces and the experience you'll want before you book.
These are planning figures, not fixed contractual distances. The final route can change with weather, roadworks, piste conditions and your group.
A typical daily plan. We adjust it for weather, your pace and any must-see requests.
Arrive in Casablanca and settle into the accommodation confirmed for your itinerary. If an airport transfer is included, it is arranged in advance. If motorcycle rental is part of your booking, the handover is completed before the ride, and your guide explains the route, terrain and important practical information. An optional Corniche ride can be considered if the flight schedule and daylight permit.
Ride south-west from Casablanca along the Atlantic, with possible stops at El Jadida or the Oualidia lagoon. Continue beside farmland, cliffs and fishing villages to Essaouira, finishing the day near its white-walled medina and busy harbour.
Follow the coast past quiet beaches and surf villages, with a stop around Imssouane before continuing toward Agadir. Turn inland as the road begins to climb into the western Atlas foothills, where the air cools and the landscape changes from ocean plains to mountain valleys. The overnight stop is in the Agadir region on the western edge of the Atlas foothills; we confirm the exact town and accommodation with you before departure.
Spend the day on scenic mountain roads through argan country and traditional villages. Cross a series of ridges and valleys before descending toward Marrakech, where the evening offers time to walk through the medina and experience Jemaa el-Fna.
Leave Marrakech and climb the High Atlas by the Tizi n'Tichka pass, stopping at viewpoints and mountain villages. Continue through the Ounila Valley to Ait Benhaddou, then ride on to Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to Morocco's desert routes.
Ride through the Skoura palm groves and Rose Valley along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. Explore the Dades bends and continue toward Todra Gorge, where high limestone walls and a riverside walk provide a dramatic break from the motorcycles.
Leave Todra and cross the open landscapes of south-eastern Morocco through Erfoud and Rissani. The road ends at Merzouga, where the dunes of Erg Chebbi fill the horizon and the first Sahara sunset marks the beginning of the desert stage.
Ride a complete circuit around Erg Chebbi, using a mix of rocky pistes, dry-lake tracks and optional sand selected for the group's skill. The route may include Khamlia and selected desert settlements, with lunch near the dunes before finishing at the accommodation or camp confirmed in your itinerary.
Turn west across the stony desert through Alnif and N'Kob, with long views of the Jbel Saghro. Enter the date-palm corridor of the Draa Valley and follow its kasbah-lined road toward Zagora, once a historic departure point for Saharan caravans.
Leave Zagora for one of the expedition's most remote stages, following desert roads and selected pistes toward Foum Zguid. Continue across broad, sparsely populated landscapes to Tazenakht, with the route adjusted to weather, track conditions and the group's off-road confidence.
Ride north from Tazenakht through changing Anti-Atlas scenery and reconnect with the High Atlas route. Cross the mountain pass toward Marrakech, pausing for final panoramic views before descending to the city for the last evening of the expedition.
The final morning is scheduled entirely around your departure flight. The road transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca requires substantial time and should be planned around your confirmed flight schedule, with appropriate stops along the way. Where flight times make a same-day transfer impractical or uncomfortable, we recommend adding an extra night in Casablanca; tell us your flight details and we will confirm the plan and any additional accommodation cost with you in advance.
You can ride your own motorcycle or ask us about current rental options. Motorcycle rental can be arranged for your tour, and the available motorcycles, availability and rental conditions are confirmed with you before booking.
A 4x4 support vehicle can be added to your tour on request. It can carry luggage and equipment, provide additional logistical support and accommodate non-riding companions. We can advise whether a support vehicle is useful for your itinerary, and the final setup is confirmed in your personalised quotation.
Hand-picked riads, hotels and desert camps, chosen for comfort and location — including the coast at Essaouira, the kasbah valleys, a night beside the Erg Chebbi dunes and the Draa region. Standards can be adjusted on request.
Meal arrangements depend on your itinerary. Breakfast and dinner are included at selected stages, particularly where meals are arranged with the accommodation, such as Merzouga and Dades. Your personalised itinerary clearly shows which meals are included. Vegetarian, halal and other dietary needs can be catered for — just tell us when you enquire.
Examples of the riads, hotels and camps we may use. Exact properties are confirmed in your personalised itinerary and can change with availability.
Hôtel Club Val d'Anfa Casablanca · Hotel Kenzi Basma · or similar
Riad Mimouna · Atlas Essaouira & Spa · or similar
Hotel Dar Zitoune · or similar
Riad Terra Bahia · Riad Bahia Salam · or similar
Kasbah Tamsna · Riad Dar Chamaa · or similar
Auberge Le Festival Todra Gorge · or similar
Riad / hotel: Dar Hassan Merzouga · Riad Merzouga Dunes · or similar
Desert camp: Merzouga All-inclusive Glamping · Sirocco Luxury Camp · or similar
For two-night Sahara stays, we can combine a riad/hotel with a desert camp when that fits the itinerary.
Riad Dar Sofian · Riad Lamane · or similar
Dar Maba · or similar
A general guide by season — we confirm the ideal window when you book.
This loop crosses three climates in one trip: Atlantic coast, high mountain passes and open Sahara. Spring and autumn are often good choices for combining the desert and the High Atlas, although temperatures, snow and road conditions vary from year to year. The notes below are a general guide — we confirm the best dates and adjust daily distances for heat or weather when you book.
A popular window. Green coast and foothills, warm but manageable desert days, and the Tizi n'Tichka and Anti-Atlas roads open and clear. Book early — these dates go first.
Another popular window, which can be quieter on some dates. Settled weather, comfortable Sahara temperatures after the summer peak, and excellent light in the Draa Valley and the gorges.
Bright, still days in the south and superb visibility, but genuinely cold nights at Merzouga and the desert camp, and occasional snow can close the High Atlas passes. We carry a lower-altitude alternative and add warm layers to the kit list.
The hardest option. Inland and desert temperatures are extreme by midday, so we start at first light, shorten the desert stages and build in long midday breaks. The Atlantic opening days stay pleasant throughout.
A glimpse of the landscapes and roads on this route.
Specific questions about this route.
Price on request — we provide a tailored quote based on dates, group size, bike and accommodation. Please use the inquiry form.
Price on request — we provide a tailored quote based on dates, group size, bike and accommodation. Please use the inquiry form.
Marrakech→Marrakech
A compact but varied loop from Marrakech across the High Atlas to the Sahara and back. Ride the Tizi n'Tichka pass, the kasbah valleys, Dades and Todra gorges, desert pistes around Erg Chebbi and the palm-lined Draa Valley, combining mountains, desert and culture in one week.
Marrakech→Marrakech
An eight-day Marrakech loop with a slower approach to the Sahara and more time in Morocco's southern valleys. Ride through the Ounila Valley, Dades and Todra gorges, spend two nights around Erg Chebbi, then return through the Draa Valley, Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou. The pace leaves room for photographs, short walks and desert exploration.
Casablanca→Marrakech
A sweeping north-to-south motorcycle journey from Casablanca to Marrakech through Fes, the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas, the Ziz Valley and the Sahara. After a full desert day at Erg Chebbi, ride west through Todra and Dades, Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou before crossing the High Atlas. The final route, pace and riding level are confirmed with you before booking.
