3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour Exploring Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou and Camel Ride
Highlights
Marrakech, Aït Benhaddou, Merzouga
architectural, historical, Desert
Private Tour
3 Days
Easy
English, Spanish
Description
Embark on a memorable 3-day Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour, where you will explore the stunning Atlas Mountains, visit the iconic Ait Ben Haddou, and travel through the scenic Dades and Todra Valleys. Discover the rich cultural heritage of Morocco, including Berber villages, ancient Kasbahs, and the largest film studio in the world. Experience the vast beauty of the Erg Chebbi desert with a camel ride, and spend a night in a desert camp under the stars.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Marrakech - Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Dades Valley
- Depart from your hotel in Marrakech at 8 am, starting the journey to Dades Gorges.
Cross the twisting curves of the High Atlas Mountains, enjoying the mountainous landscape and Berber villages.
Stop for scenic photo opportunities along the way.
Visit the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and film location for movies like Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator.
Continue to Ouarzazate, explore the Atlas Studio, the largest film studio in the world.
Visit the Kasbah Taourirt, a Berber palace made from mud and adobe.
Proceed to Kelaat M’Gouna in the Valley of the Roses, where damascene roses are cultivated for cosmetics.
Continue to Dades Valley, known for its stunning canyons and gorges.
Visit the "monkey fingers" or "brain of the Atlas" viewpoint for breathtaking views.
Check in at the hotel in Dades Gorges for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 2: Dades Valley - Todra Valley - Merzouga Desert
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and begin the drive to Merzouga in the Erg Chebbi desert.
Make several stops to appreciate the scenic landscapes.
Walk through Todgha Canyon and take in panoramic views.
Continue through Berber villages like Tinjdad and Erfoud.
Visit the fossil cooperatives in Erfoud and learn about the region’s prehistoric past.
Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon and meet camels for a ride into the desert.
Experience the tranquility and silence of the Sahara Desert.
Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and spend the night in a desert camp.
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Day 3: Merzouga Desert - Berber Villages - Marrakech
- Wake up early, enjoy a shower and breakfast in the desert camp.
Start the journey back to Marrakech, taking in the desert-mountainous landscapes.
Pass through the Draa Valley, the longest river in Morocco and Algeria.
Make necessary stops for photos and exploration along the way.
Arrive in Marrakech by the late afternoon.
Be dropped off at your accommodation or transferred to the airport, marking the end of your 3-day Merzouga desert tour.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a private tour |
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