Stop at the highest point of the High Atlas Mountains at 2,260 metres (7,415 feet) above sea level. Take in breathtaking panoramic views across the dramatic mountain landscape, capture stunning photos of the winding mountain roads, and enjoy the fresh mountain air. On clear days, you can see for dozens of kilometres across the Atlas range. Your guide will explain the geography, the Berber villages nestled in the mountains, and the significance of this historic trade route that connects Marrakech to the Sahara Desert. Perfect photo opportunity!

Visit the "Gateway to the Sahara" - the vibrant city of Ouarzazate, known as the "Moroccan Hollywood" for its famous film studios. Explore the historic Kasbah Taourirt, a magnificent 19th-century fortress with intricate Moroccan architecture and beautifully decorated rooms. Stroll through the town centre where French colonial influence blends with traditional Moroccan culture. Learn why this location has attracted filmmakers from around the world and see the striking desert landscape that surrounds the city. Optional visit to Atlas Film Studios where scenes from major Hollywood productions were filmed.

Step inside the magnificent Kasbah Taourirt, one of the most impressive kasbahs in southern Morocco. Built in the 19th century by the Glaoui family, this fortress showcases traditional Moroccan architecture with ornate ceilings, colourful geometric tile work, and intricate carved wood details. Explore the labyrinth of rooms, courtyards, and passageways that once housed the powerful Glaoui clan and their servants. Your guide will explain the history of this influential Berber family and the kasbah's role in Morocco's colonial period. The views from the upper levels offer stunning panoramas of Ouarzazate and the surrounding Atlas foothills.

Optional visit to the famous Atlas Film Studios (entrance fee not included). Walk through actual film sets where major Hollywood productions were filmed, including Game of Thrones, Gladiator, The Mummy, Babel, and Kingdom of Heaven. See the props, costumes, and set pieces up close, including Egyptian temples, medieval villages, and ancient cities. Learn about Morocco's thriving film industry and why international directors choose Ouarzazate for epic historical scenes. Great photo opportunities with iconic set pieces! (Note: Studio visit is optional and depends on time availability - entrance fee approximately €5-10 per person, paid separately)

Journey through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, Morocco's most dramatic mountain range stretching over 2,500 kilometres across North Africa. Experience the breathtaking scenery as you wind through mountain passes, past traditional Berber villages clinging to hillsides, and alongside terraced valleys. Your guide will point out local agricultural practices, explain Berber culture and traditions, and share stories about life in these remote mountain communities. Watch the landscape transform from the red earth of Marrakech to the rugged peaks and valleys of the Atlas range. This scenic drive itself is a highlight of the tour, offering countless photo opportunities.