The tour led through the impressive landscapes of Morocco, with Marrakech as the central starting point. Particularly noteworthy was the group dynamic...
OVERVIEW
13-Day Morocco Motorcycle Tour: Ride the 007 Spectre Adventure Through the Sahara
The name 007 Spectre is no accident. Parts of the Bond film were shot in Marrakech and the Sahara — the same places this ride takes you. And since adventure and bikes belong together, the name also fits our rally-ready Yamaha Ténéré 700.
"Legends are not written in hotels. They are written on endless roads, in desert dust, and under a thousand stars."
This is one of our premium trips, with stays in hotels, kasbahs, and riads. The landscape shifts with every hour of riding. Green valleys turn into red gorges. Asphalt gives way to gravel. Then the first dunes of the Sahara rise on the horizon.
Where you'll stay
You sleep in local kasbahs and old Moroccan hotels in the royal cities of Fes, Marrakech, and Meknès. Each city is known for its culture and lively markets. In Marrakech, you'll eat at Djemaa el Fna — the square whose name means "Assembly of the Dead."
What makes this trip different
This is more than a holiday. It mixes riding, culture, and raw nature. You'll also share an authentic dinner with the "Da Vinci Guys" — bikers who join you at the table in their boots.
The ride itself
From Marrakech, you climb the winding passes of the Atlas Mountains. You'll pass small Berber villages where children wave from the roadside and the smell of fresh flatbread fills the air. You'll drink mint tea with locals, walk through colourful souks, and see the craft of old kasbahs up close.
And you're never alone. Our guides have years of experience and keep you safe — in the cities, on the passes, and out in the desert. All you need to do is ride, feel the freedom, and enjoy it.
Ready? Book your spot with OVERCROSS today.
What to Expect: The Spectre Route at a Glance
Trip at a glance
- Length: 13 days
- Start and finish: Marrakech
- Distance: about 2,300 km
- Roads: paved roads, gravel tracks, and light off-road
- Landscapes: Atlas Mountains, open plains, Sahara dunes, oases, kasbahs
- Weather: cool in the mountains, hot and dry in the desert (often above 30 °C)
- Culture: royal cities, Berber villages, plant-dye workshops
- Highlights: camel ride on the dunes, Bond film locations, Atlas passes
- Best for: riders who want mixed terrain and a real taste of Morocco
Daily program: Morocco MT007 Spectre Motorcycle Adventure
On and off the road: The MT 007 Spectre Morocco-Tour
Marrakech serves as both the starting point and the final destination of the MT 007 Spectre adventure. On day one, we take time to absorb the city's beauty and remarkable diversity before heading out into the open landscape. The route winds past imperial cities, across the High and Middle Atlas — where dramatic mountain chains and breathtaking passes reward every rider — and all the way to the Sahara. Paved roads give way to gravel tracks as the journey crosses every climate zone and vegetation belt the country has to offer.
Dyeing factory
The art of dyeing has been woven into Moroccan culture and commerce for centuries. Traditional techniques — many relying on plant-based pigments — are still practiced in certain regions today. From the vivid hues of handwoven rugs to the elaborate robes crafted for festivals and ceremonies, this ancient craft remains a cornerstone of local artisanship.
Sahara
A highlight of the journey is riding along the edge of the Sahara. Participants get the chance to hop on a camel and cross the dunes — a brief, gloriously awkward taste of package tourism that somehow becomes one of the most memorable moments of the trip. We then leave the comfort zone entirely and spend a desert night under the Sahara's staggering sky, gathered around a campfire beneath what feels like a thousand stars.
The Spectre Bike Tour shares its name with the 007 Bond film — and while the two are not to be confused, this experience is every bit as worth seeing, just lived from the saddle of a Yamaha MT007. The route is designed to deliver something genuinely extraordinary: away from the well-worn tourist trail, through lesser-known corners of the country, on a mix of paved roads and light off-road sections that keep every riding day fresh and varied.
Erg Chebbi
The African morning sun rises over a waking bazaar. The muezzin calls to prayer. The smell of spices and fresh flatbread drifts through the open window. You wake up in the middle of it all — in one of Morocco's four royal cities.
After a biker's breakfast, you ride through Morocco's wild and shifting scenery: over the High Atlas and down to the dunes of Erg Chebbi. This is one of the boldest rides we run in Morocco. It crosses the 4,176-meter Atlas range and ends at the 150-meter dunes of Erg Chebbi — dunes the nomads once believed could heal.
The Berbers thought a sand bath in the hot dunes could ease rheumatism and skin problems. We think so too — so we take our enduros for a "bath" in Erg Chebbi.
Even with your own motorcycle!
You can experience this Sahara adventure on your own bike or on one of our rental machines. If you prefer riding your own trusted ride, we can transport it to Marrakech for you. Those opting for an OVERCROSS rental will receive a fully equipped, adventure-ready machine. Either way, the desert awaits — and we hope to ride alongside you again on the next adventure.
General travel information about Morocco:
General travel info for Morocco
For up-to-date travel and safety advice on Morocco, we recommend the official German Federal Foreign Office page.
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PRICE
from€3579.00 / person✓ Trip includes
✕ Trip does not include
- Overnight stays in double rooms in kasbahs and local hotels
- Breakfast & Dinner
- English-speaking tour guide
- Tour folder and packing list
- Online tour guide live for emergencies