8-Day Sahara Desert Adventure from Marrakech
Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech
Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Marrakech Menara Airport, your personal driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel or riad.
Settle in and, if time allows, take your first steps into the energetic rhythm of the Red City.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 2: Full-Day Tour of Marrakech
Spend the day uncovering the cultural treasures of Marrakech. With a certified local guide, you’ll visit:
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The majestic Koutoubia Mosque
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The elegant Bahia Palace
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The Saadian Tombs
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The vibrant Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, alive with storytellers, musicians, and street food
Enjoy the souks, gardens, and artisan workshops that make this city one of the most captivating in North Africa.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 3: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Zagora
Depart early for your desert journey. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
Stop at the iconic Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its cinematic history, and visit the film studios in Ouarzazate.
Continue through the lush Draa Valley, dotted with date palms and ksour, until you reach Zagora.
Overnight in Zagora.
Day 4: Zagora – Rissani – Merzouga
Travel deeper into the desert through the arid beauty of Tafilalt Oasis and the ancient town of Rissani, home of Morocco’s Alaouite dynasty.
By afternoon, arrive in Merzouga, where your camel caravan awaits. Trek into the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes, watching the sun set over the golden sands.
Spend the night in a luxury desert camp, complete with dinner, Berber hospitality, and music under the stars.
Overnight in Merzouga Desert Camp.
Day 5: Explore Merzouga and Berber Villages
Awaken to a magical sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, explore Merzouga’s surroundings:
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Visit nomadic families and local Berber villages
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Discover the rhythm of Gnaoua music in Khamlia
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Enjoy the unique serenity of the Sahara
Return to your desert camp for another evening of starlit storytelling, traditional dinner, and music.
Overnight in Merzouga Desert Camp.
Day 6: Merzouga – Todgha Gorge – Dades Valley
Leave the dunes behind and journey towards the spectacular Todgha Gorges, a favorite of hikers and climbers.
Stop in Tinghir, a charming town nestled among palm groves. In the afternoon, continue to the stunning Dades Valley, known for its red rock formations and fortified villages.
Overnight in Dades Valley.
Day 7: Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
After breakfast, begin the return to Marrakech. En route:
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Visit the historic Kasbah Amridil in Skoura
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Enjoy lunch in Ouarzazate
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Cross the High Atlas Mountains, taking in spectacular mountain views
Arrive in Marrakech by late afternoon and enjoy your final night in the city.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 8: Departure from Marrakech
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before your private transfer to the airport.
Your Moroccan desert adventure ends here—filled with memories of kasbahs, canyons, dunes, and warm Berber hospitality.
Tour Highlights
Explore the iconic Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and Draa Valley
Ride camels through the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset
Discover the charm of Berber villages and nomadic life
Visit dramatic gorges, lush valleys, and UNESCO sites
Immerse yourself in local culture, music, and cuisine
Enjoy luxury desert glamping under the Sahara stars
What’s Included
✔️ Private transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle
✔️ Professional multilingual driver/guide
✔️ Fuel and tolls throughout the tour
✔️ Accommodation in traditional riads and hotels
✔️ 2 nights in a luxury desert camp with dinner and breakfast
✔️ Camel rides in the Merzouga dunes
✔️ Dinner and breakfast included throughout (except in Marrakech)
✔️ Guided walking tour of Marrakech’s Medina
Not Included
✖️ Flights
✖️ Drinks
✖️ Lunches during the tour
✖️ Entrance fees to monuments and attractions
✖️ Personal expenses and tips