Overview :
The 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga dunes will take you through Morocco’s stunning Sahara desert. Follow the historic caravan roads as you drive through Draa Valley, with its oases lined with palm trees and fortified Kasbahs. After that, traverse the volcanic massif of the Anti Atlas Mountains. Camel rides are available in Erg Chebbi. Sleep under the stars in Merzouga, Morocco, at your Sahara desert tent. Cross the Valley of the Roses and the 1001 Kasbahs Route. Finally, marvel at Ait Ben Haddou’s magnificent Ksar!
- Duration : 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Starting Location : Marrakech
- Ending Location : Marrakech
- Departure : Everyday
The 4 Days Marrakech Desert Tour Highlights
- Cross the Tizi Ntichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains.
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou and the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Enjoy a scenic drive past the volcanic massifs of Saghro.
- Ride a camel in Merzouga while watching a spectacular sunset.
- Sleep under the stars in Erg Chebbi Sahara camp.
- Drive through the Valley of the Roses and visit the Todgha Gorges.
Itinerary for the 4 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech :
Day 1 :
Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ounila Valley – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah- Ouarzazate
The 4-day desert journey begins with an early pick-up from the airport or your hotel in Marrakech. Then, take a scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi-N-Tichka pass. There will be stops for panoramic views of the magnificent scenery.
Following that, we carry on to the well-known Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. A fortified settlement designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Furthermore, the Kasbah has appeared in numerous films, including Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, and others. As well as TV shows such as Game of Thrones. Following that, we travel to Ouarzazate, known as “the gate of the desert.” Dinner and an overnight hotel stay
Day 2 :
Ouarzazate – Agdz -Draa Valley – Nkob – Rissani – Merzouga Desert – Camel trekking
After breakfast, we go exploring in Ouarzazate. First, we go to the Atlas Studios, where some classic films were shot. Then explore the Taourirt Kasbah, a historic fortified mud castle. Following that, we head towards Agdz and join the Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest river. We’ll drive along it, stopping to take in panoramic vistas of palm tree groves, beautiful Kasbahs, and Berber towns. Free hour for lunch at Nkob or Alnif.
After lunch, we continue on to the Sahara desert of Merzouga through Rissani. When we reach the Erg Chebbi sand dunes, you’ll swap to camels to cross the Sahara desert. A halt will be made for you at the top of a large dune to watch the spectacular sunset. Then proceed to the camp, which combines traditional nomadic tents with the elegance of a hotel. In the campsite, you can listen to Berber drum music while dancing around the campfire under the open sky of shining stars. Dinner and overnight stay at the campsite.
Day 3 :
Merzouga Sahara – Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Boumalne Dades
Wake up early to see the stunning sunrise in the middle of the desert. You have free time for breakfast before riding camels back to Merzouga, where the driver awaits. We leave the desert to visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet. Rissani remains an important trading center in the region, with a thriving souk on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.
After a tour around Rissani Souk, we continue to Erfoud to visit one of the fossilized marble workshops. We next drive via Touroug and Tinjdad palm fields to reach the Todra Gorges. The course of the Todra River has cut out a magnificent canyon through the mountains, resulting in a steep red cliff-sided canyon. These gorges are perfect for rock climbing. Feel free to roam through the gorges and enjoy the scenery. Free time for lunch at a restaurant. Then we continue to the Dades valley, passing through Boumalne Dades. The inevitable stop comes at the “monkey fingers” rock structure. And on top of a mountain, overlooking the Dades valley. Finally, food and a night in a hotel.
Day4 :
Dades Valley – Roses Valley – Palm Groves of Skoura – Amridil Kasbah -High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
On the last day of your 4-day desert tour from Marrakech, we go to Kalaa Magouna to view the Rose Valley. The Rose Festival takes place in May. Locals sell a variety of rose items, including perfumes, rose water, oil, and cosmetics. Then we drive by other Kasbahs, including Amridil Kasbah, which is encircled by a palm tree forest in Skoura. We reach Ouarzazate, free time for lunch in town. Then we drive to Marrakech over the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass and the High Atlas Mountains. Finally, we will drop you off at your hotel or the airport in Marrakech. End of the tour
What is Included and Excluded in Marrakech to Merzouga 4 days Tour :
Included :
- modern 4×4 or van driven by an English speaking driver/guide.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 1-night in a private room at the hotel/riad
- Dinner & Breakfast.
- Overnight in desert camp
- Camel Trekking in the Sahara Merzouga.
Excluded :
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Beverages
Important :
Bear in mind that this is just a tour itinerary suggestion, if it does not match what you are looking for, please do not hesitate to contact us We will organize a different itinerary based on your preferences and your stay duration. We offer customized and tailor-made tours and trips all around Morocco
Cancellation policy :
For a full refund, kindly cancel your 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert at least 7 days before the scheduled date. If the cancellation occurs within 7 days of your trip, the deposit becomes nonrefundable. Nevertheless, it remains valid for future use if you choose to reschedule. To initiate the cancellation process, please send us an email.
