☀︎ TOUR PLAN :
📍STARTING POINT : MARRAKECH
📍ENDING POINT : MARRAKECH
➤ TOUR DURATION : 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
✈︎ DESTINATION : SAHARA DESERT
➤ OVERVIEW :
☞ This 3-day desert tour from Marrakech offers an incredible journey through Morocco’s most breathtaking landscapes. Crossing the High Atlas Mountains, you’ll explore the ancient Aït Benhaddou Kasbah and the cinematic city of Ouarzazate, then travel through the beautiful Dades Valley and dramatic Todra Gorge. In the golden sands of Merzouga, you’ll experience a magical camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes, enjoy a night in a luxury desert campunder the stars, and witness the unforgettable sunrise over the Sahara. The return journey takes you through the lush Draa Valley and the striking scenery of southern Morocco, ending back in Marrakech full of amazing memories.
✈︎ HIGHLIGHTS :
- Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
- Explore the famous Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Visit the cinematic city of Ouarzazate and the Atlas Film Studios.
- Discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Dades Valley and Todra Gorge
- Experience a camel trek through the stunning Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Spend a magical night in a luxury desert camp under a starry sky.
- Watch a peaceful sunset and sunrise over the Sahara Desert.
- Travel through the lush Draa Valley and traditional Berber villages.
- Return to Marrakech with unforgettable desert memories.
✿ ITINERARY :
☞ DAY 1: MARRAKECH – ATLAS MOUNTAINS – AïT BENHADDOU KASBAH – OUARZAZATE – DADES VALLEY :
You will depart early from Marrakech, crossing the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains through the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Along the way, you’ll admire stunning views of Berber villages and rugged landscapes, with stops for photos. You’ll visit the iconic Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a famous filming location. After exploring the kasbah, the journey continues to Ouarzazate, where you can visit the Atlas Film Studios or Taourirt Kasbah. You will then pass through the Skoura Oasis and the Valley of Roses, finally arriving at the beautiful Dades Valley, where you’ll enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a traditional guesthouse.
☞ DAY 2 : DADES VALLEY – TODRA GORGES – ERFOUD – SAHARA DESERT :
After breakfast, you’ll head towards the spectacular Todra Gorge, a paradise for hikers and climbers, where you can take a short walk to enjoy the towering canyon walls. The journey continues through the desert towns of Tinjdad and Erfoud, known for fossils and traditional markets. By afternoon, you will reach Merzouga, where camels will be waiting for a magical ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes. You’ll enjoy an unforgettable sunset in the heart of the desert before arriving at your luxury desert camp, where a traditional Moroccan dinner, music under the stars, and cozy tents await you.
☞ DAY 3 : MERZOUGA DESERT – RISSANI MARKET – DRAA VALLEY – OUARZAZATE – MARRAKECH :
You’ll wake up early to catch the stunning sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp. After a camel ride back to the village, you’ll visit Rissani, famous for its lively souks and historic significance. Then, you’ll drive through the vast Draa Valley, lined with endless palm groves and traditional kasbahs. After a lunch stop and some free time, you’ll pass through Ouarzazate once again before climbing the Atlas Mountains and finally arriving back in Marrakech in the evening, ending a magical desert adventure
✔︎ INCLUDED / NOT INCLUDED :
✔︎ INCLUDED :
✔︎ Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
✔︎ Professional English-speaking driver/guide
✔︎ 1 night in a traditional hotel in Dades Valley (dinner and breakfast included)
✔︎ 1 night in a luxury desert camp in Merzouga (dinner and breakfast included)
✔︎ Camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes for sunset and sunrise
✔︎ Pick up and drop off at your accommodation in Marrakech
✔︎ Free time to explore sites like Aït Benhaddou, Todra Gorge, and Ouarzazate
✗ NOT INCLUDED :
✗Lunches and drinks.
✗Entrance fees to monuments and optional attractions
✗Personal expenses and tips
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