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Motorcycle trip Morocco

The gateway to the desert

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Motorcycle Ramble
Duration
7 J
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Tour Leader
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Standard
Level
Accessible
Meal Plan
Full-Board
Vintage Rides → Destinations → Africa → Morocco → The gateway to the desert
Alex
Your motorcycle expert
Alex
In 2006, after travelling 20,000 km by motorbike in India, Alex founded Vintage Rides. Since then, he has been developing our concept in more than 20 countries.
On the agenda

Beautiful paved roads take you through the diverse landscapes of western Morocco. This Morocco motorcycle tour is an invitation to discover unique panoramas and a culture rich in traditions.

The gateway to the desert

Your motorcycle trip to Morocco

7 stages - 603 miles
1/7 • Marrakech Airport
You’re greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel. You can make the most of this first day to explore Marrakech. Discover its stunning architectural heritage, stroll around the famous souks in the medina and sample local delicacies : the perfect starting point for your motorcycle tour in Africa. Overnight stay at a hotel.
2/7 • Marrakech - Taroudant
We get an early start to make the most of the cool morning temperatures and head south. We devour the longest leg of the tour during which we cross the Atlas Mountains and reach Taroudant in the sun-drenched Sous plains. the mid-afternoon, we arrive at the Sous plains, which we skirt until we reach the ramparts surrounding historic Taroudant. Overnight stay at a hotel.
155 miles
3/7 • Taroudant - Tafraoute
We leave “Little Marrakech” behind us to continue southbound in search of the heat of the Sahara Desert. After some miles on a road as straight as the Route 66, the spectacular, majestic Lesser Atlas Mountains appear before us. One bend after another, the road takes us deeper into this 300 million-year-old mountain range.
93 miles
4/7 • Tafraoute - Imouzzer
We get back on the road towards the north west, heading for the Atlantic Ocean. But before we get there, we find ourselves at higher altitudes once again, crossing the Indiana Jones-style peaks that protect Tafraoute from the outside world. Palm groves and fortified villages pepper the road that lead us to the cooler plains. We arrive in Imouzzer.
124 miles
5/7 • Imouzzer - Essaouira
We can expect a complete change of scenery on the second part of the tour. Enjoying the sea breeze, we set off onto the twists and turns of the Atlas canyons, lined with palm trees and alongside rivers. We stop for a tea and to take in the spectacular views of these fascinating rock formations and then make our way towards the ancient fortified Portuguese town Essaouira.
109 miles
6/7 • Essaouira - Marrakech
We leave the seaside behind us and our trusty Classic Royal Enfields take us back to Marrakech. The scenery changes as we clock up the miles and our memories of the last few days start to merge with the simple joy of riding and feeling free. We take a break to share our experiences, but it’s really just an excuse to put off ending the trip for as long as possible.
118 miles
7/7 • Marrakech - International Airport
Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some time to enjoy Marrakech’s charms for a few more hours. You’re transferred to the international airport.
Price
From $2390,00 / rider
The price includes The price does not include

  • A Royal Enfield motorcycle and mechanical parts

  • Ground transfers by private vehicle: from Marrakech airport to the Vintage Rides hotel on day 1 and between the Vintage Rides hotel and Marrakech airport on day 7.

  • Supervision: An English-speaking tour leader (Day 2- Day 6).

  • Mandatory insurance: an insurance that covers medical expenses
    Repatriation, which covers you for accidents with (large-displacement) two-wheeled vehicles in Morocco.

  • Legal assistance

  • Visa costs

Important
Documents requested :
International motorcycle license if necessary
Motorcycle Driving License
Currently valid passport for the Motorcycle Trip
Valid Visa, if required
This hike includes a few long stages far from first aid. Primary assistance to reach the nearest medical center is mainly provided by our assistance vehicle, means such as helicopters or ambulances being very rare. Unstable telephone networks can occasionally make contact with emergency services difficult. As with any mountain itinerary, the quality of the roads and the difficulty of the route depend on the weather conditions during and before the trip.
Reviews on this trip
4.7/5 · 42 review
I went on my first VR…

I went on my first VR trip with a couple of mates. The organisation by...

Peter
12 Dec. 2025

The gateway to the desert
The gateway to the desert

Mike
05 Nov. 2025

The gateway to the desert
Thank you VR for yet another…

Thank you VR for yet another excellent tour… I’m still grinning from ear to ear....

GAVIN
04 Nov. 2025

The gateway to the desert
Delighted with this road trip, landscapes…

Delighted with this road trip, magnificent scenery, top-notch team, definitely worth repeating!

Thierry
02 Apr. 2025

The gateway to the desert
A very interesting experience to discover…

A very interesting way to discover Morocco off the beaten track.

Alain
01 Apr. 2025

The gateway to the desert
The gateway to the desert

Richard
01 Apr. 2025

The gateway to the desert
Late arrivals most often limit…

Late arrivals most often limit visits to towns like Taroudant and Essaouira. Perhaps due to...

Gilles
28 Mar. 2025

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At the gateway to the desert

Eric
28 Mar. 2025

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Cyrille
28 Mar. 2025

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full of eyes and full of…

full of eyes and full of happiness

Jean-Claude
25 Mar. 2025

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