Morocco · Desert Adventure

MARRAKECH TO SAHARA 8 DAYS

8 Days Round trip from Marrakech Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi N’Tichka pass
  • 02 Visit Taourirt Kasbah, Amridil Kasbah, and Aït Benhaddou
  • 03 Explore Todra Gorge and the Roses Valley
  • 04 Enjoy a camel trek in the Merzouga sand dunes
  • 05 Spend a night in a Berber camp in the Sahara Desert
  • 06 Experience traditional music around the campfire
  • 07 Discover Marrakech’s historic monuments on a guided tour
  • 08 Relax with free time in Marrakech before departure

Travel from Marrakech into the dramatic landscapes of southern Morocco on this 8-day journey through kasbahs, valleys, desert dunes, and imperial-city heritage. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, visit Ouarzazate and Aït Benhaddou, explore Todra Gorge, and experience a camel trek into the Sahara for a night in a Berber camp under the stars.

Along the way, discover oasis scenery in Skoura, the dunes of Erg Chebbi near Merzouga, and the historic atmosphere of Rissani. Back in Marrakech, round off the trip with a guided visit to some of the city’s best-known monuments and lively squares, plus time to relax before departure.

Travel from Marrakech into the dramatic landscapes of southern Morocco on this 8-day journey through kasbahs, valleys, desert dunes, and imperial-city heritage.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Merzouga, Rissani, Aït Benhaddou, Erg Chebbi, Skoura
Languages Arabic, English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 08

MARRAKECH TO SAHARA MOROCCO 8 DAYS

Day 1: Marrakech.

 Arrival transfer from Marrakech airport to our Hotel or Riad where you will meet your guide and the other members of your group for the pre-departure meeting then dinner. D

Day 2: MARRAKECH/ OUARZAZATE/SKOURA.

 After breakfast we’ll leave Marrakech towards Ouarzazate enjoying spectacular sceneries of the high Atlas Mountains with its famous pass (Tizi N’Tichka 2260m) and many Berber villages. Along the drive there will be photo stops and a mint tea break. After lunch in Ouarzazate, we will visit the Taourirt Kasbah, one of the best architecture buildings of the area, it was built in the 19th century and reached the height of importance during the 1930s when El Glaoui power was at its peak, we’ll then continue to Skoura Oasis where we will visit the Amridil Kasbah. This beautiful building will transport you back in time through its history. The architecture is stunning and it has been kept up over centuries. After that you can relax by the pool or enjoy one of our activities: cycling, donkey ride…  (B, D)

Day 3:SKOURA/ROSES VALLEY/TODRA VALLEY.

 Today we will have an amazing drive through the Roses valley to get to the stunning Todra valley where our lunch will at the hotel. After lunch we will explore the Todra Gorges, these 300m high cliffs towering above us are one of the highest and most beautiful Gorges in Morocco. We can try the main activity in the Area offered to Tourists: rock climbing or enjoy some free time. (B, D)

Day 4: TOUDRA VALLEY/RISSANI/MERZOUGA.

 This Morning we will head to Rissani for Lunch before we make ourselves ready for a lifetime experience in the majestic sand dunes of Erg Chebi. Whilst we have some mint tea, our camel team will make our caravan ready for an amazing camel ride on the dunes. Once we get to the Berber camp, we will have time to walk up the sand dunes, try sand board or just enjoy the quietness of the Sahara Desert. After a Berber dinner, admire traditional music around the campfire before a magical night under the stars. (B, L, D)

Day 5: MERZOUGA/ALNIF/OUARZAZATE.

It is time to bid a farewell to Sahara Desert and Camels so try to capture some unforgettable memories. Our journey will continue to get to lunch place in Alnif before we arrive to the Village of Nkob for lunch.  After lunch we will explore the Draa valley and Saghro mountain, night in Ouarzazate. (B, D)

Day 6: OUARZAZATE/AIT BENHADDO/MARRAKECH.

 After breakfast, we will drive passing the Ait ben Haddoou Kasbah and Telouet Kasbahs where ruined Kasbah El Glaoui sits, once home to the Pasha El Glaoui, the Kasbah has a rich history that is intertwined with the French and is located in a fertile valley surrounded by fig and olive trees. We will stop for a visit; then cross the high Atlas Mountains back to Marrakech, the afternoon will be spent at leisure. Overnight in Marrakech. (B)

Day 7: MARRAKECH.

It’s time to discover Marrakech. Our half day-guided tour takes us through some of the main historical monuments of Morocco’s most famous imperial city. From the Koutoubia mosque to Ben Youssef Madrassa via the vibrant Jamaa Lafna Square with its snake charmers, acrobats and storytellers, we’ll travel back in time to explore the richness of Marrakech history. In the afternoon, the best way to finish your experience in Morocco is a relaxing massage in a traditional Hammam. Otherwise, enjoy free time before our final dinner at Jamaa Lafna Square. (B)

 Day 8: DEPARTURE

 Our adventure will finish after breakfast and you can fly home at anytime. B

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Marrakech 7 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking Driver.
  • Modern air-conditioned Minibus with driver
  • Camel treks in Merzouga sand dunes.
  • 1 night at the berber camp in Sahara Desert.
  • 6 nights at the hotels 4 and 3 stars
  • 7 Breakfasts.
  • 1 Lunch on day 04.
  • 5 Dinners.

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance (mandatory).
  • Not montioned meals in the itinerary.
  • Flights
  • Tips and gratuitees
  • Drinks
  • Personal purchases.

Know before you go

  • PASSPORT REQUIRED

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Marrakech, MA
Tour start
Marrakech, MA
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Marrakech.

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