7 Day Tour from Marrakech to the Merzouga Desert

Day 1: Airport – Marrakech

1. Marrakech airport Transfers
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Travelers will be greeted upon arrival at Marrakech Menara Airport by a friendly local driver or guide and enjoy a comfortable transfer to their riad or hotel in the city. After check-in, they can spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring Marrakech at their own pace. They may stroll through the ancient Medina, discover the lively Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, admire the Koutoubia Mosque, or simply unwind in a cozy café.

Day 2: Marrakech - High Atlas - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Dades Gorges

1. High Atlas Mountains
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Travelers cross the High Atlas range, stopping at scenic viewpoints for panoramic photos and to enjoy mountain landscapes and Berber villages.
2. Tizi N' Test
   45m
   Experience Morocco’s highest mountain pass at 2,260 meters, offering breathtaking views and photo opportunities
3. High Atlas Mountains
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Visit a local cooperative to learn how Argan oil is made, from cracking the nuts to pressing the oil, and discover its uses in cosmetics and cuisine.
4. Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
   45m · Admission ticket not included
   Explore the ancient fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in films like Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
5. Taourirt Kasbah
   45m · Admission ticket not included
   Discover Ouarzazate, known as the Hollywood of Morocco. Visit its historic kasbah and optionally tour the famous film studios.

Day 3: Boumalne Dades - Todra Gorges - Erfoud - Merzouga Desert

1. Dades Gorges
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Enjoy spectacular views of the Dades Valley’s rock formations and winding roads, perfect for photography and scenic stops.
2. Todra Gorge
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Walk between towering canyon walls rising up to 200 meters, a popular site for rock climbers and nature lovers.
3. Merzouga
   3h
   Arrive at the vast dunes of Merzouga, meet your camel caravan, and enjoy a sunset ride to the Berber desert camp for dinner and music under the stars.

Day 4: Merzouga – Erg Chebbi Dunes (Sahara Desert Exploration 4x4 & Camel Trek for Sunset)

1. Merzouga
   3h
   Explore the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi by 4x4, experiencing the beauty and vastness of the Sahara Desert.
2. Merzouga
   45m
   Visit a nomadic Berber family living in traditional tents, share tea, and learn about their daily life in the desert.
3. Merzouga
   1h
   Visit Khamliya, known for its Gnawa musicians of sub-Saharan origin. Enjoy traditional music and local hospitality.
4. Erg Chebbi
   2h
   Ride camels over the dunes at sunset and capture breathtaking views before returning to your desert camp.

Day 5: Merzouga - Rissani - Alnif - Ouarzazate

1. Rissani
   1h
   Explore the vibrant local market where traders sell spices, textiles, and crafts — a window into traditional desert life.
2. Tazarine
   3h
   Drive through picturesque Berber villages surrounded by palm groves and oases, with scenic photo stops along the way.

Day 6: Ouarzazate - High Atlas - Marrakech

1. Ouarzazate
   45m
   Visit one of Morocco’s most impressive kasbahs with rich Berber architecture and panoramic views of Ouarzazate.
2. Ouarzazate
   45m
   Optional visit to the Atlas Film Studios to see movie sets from famous films such as Gladiator and The Mummy.
3. High Atlas Mountains
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Enjoy the scenic drive back through the High Atlas Mountains toward Marrakech, stopping for photos and rest breaks.

Day 7: Marrakech – Airport

1. Marrakech
   30m
   After breakfast, travelers enjoy free time for a final visit to Marrakech before being transferred to the airport for their departure flight.

Pickup details

Your driver will be waiting for you at the pickup location.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels