Morocco – Biking Deluxe 8 days

Arrive in Ouarzazate, where we’ll meet you at the airport, or take a coach from Marrakech and a taxi to the hotel. Arrivals are welcome between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.
You’ll stay in Aït Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most iconic ksour, with towered kasbahs that once defended vital caravan trade routes through the Atlas Mountains. We’ll be based at Ksar Ighnda, a luxurious boutique hotel.

On Day 2, cycle into the High Atlas to the kasbah of Telouet, immortalised in Gavin Maxwell’s Lords of the Atlas. After lunch in Telouet, return to Aït Ben Haddou for a relaxing afternoon by the pool.

Riad Ksar Ighnda, Ait Ben Haddou

Begin Day 3 with an optional morning ride to Telouet. Afterwards, shuttle across the Atlas and continue riding through breathtaking farmland, snow-capped peaks, and Berber villages en route to the Ouirgane Valley. You’ll stay at the stunning Domaine de la Roseraie, complete with spa, pool, tennis courts, and horseback riding.

On Day 4, hike to local Berber villages, where you’ll be welcomed with mint tea and invited to bake bread in communal ovens. In the afternoon, choose a ride along the Oued Nfiss to the magnificent Tin Mal Mosque, built in 1156 and recently restored.

Day 3 Distance: 33 km (156 m) or 67 km (155 m)

Day 4 Distance: 49–100+ km; gain up to 272 m

Domaine de la Roseraie, Ouirgane

On Day 5, begin cycling in Moulay Brahim and cross the Kik Plateau—a dramatic transition to the plains leading west to the Atlantic. Arrive in Essaouira, a lively coastal town with artisan boutiques, French-Moroccan architecture, and long sandy beaches.

Day 6 includes a guided medina tour with a local historian, uncovering spice markets, hammams, and marquetry workshops. Choose from coastal rides to Sidi Kaouki or hikes to nearby secluded beaches. We stay at Villa de l’O, a charming riad within the medina walls.

Day 5 Distance: 35 km; 235 m gain

Day 6 Distance: 25 km (127 m) or 49 km (270 m)

Le Medina Hotel, Essaouira

If time permits, enjoy an early morning ride to Sidi Kaouki before transferring to Marrakech. After lunch, explore Marrakech’s highlights: Majorelle Gardens, the Yves Saint Laurent Museum, El Bahia Palace, and the electrifying Jemaa El Fna square by dusk. We stay in a beautiful riad near the historic center and celebrate our final evening with dinner at one of Morocco’s most atmospheric restaurants.

Distance: 40 km; 415 m gain

La Maison Arabe, Marrakech

Depart Marrakech at your leisure. Transfers to the airport can be arranged upon request.