Overview:
Experience the rich culture of Morocco on a 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert. The tour features stops at UNESCO World Heritage sites like Ait Ben Haddou and the Todgha Gorge, commencing with a scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains. Immerse yourself in the local culture in the desert city of Merzouga, where you can choose to take camel or four-wheel drive excursions to desert camps. Here, you can witness breathtaking sunsets and sunrises over the Sahara Desert, enjoy authentic Berber cuisine, and embrace the warm hospitality of the local Nomads. The tour ends with a return journey to Marrakesh, passing through historic cities and picturesque valleys. For a more enriching cultural experience, optional activities such as quad biking and overnight camping in the desert can be arranged.
Highlights of 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert:
- Driving through the diverse landscapes of Morocco
- Visiting desert
- Enjoy the breathtaking views of the High Atlas and Anti-Atlas Mountains
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
- Visit Taourirt Kasbah and Amridel Kasbah
- Visit Dades Valley, Todgha Gorges, and Draa Valley
- Camel ride experience
- Enjoy the sunset and sunrise over the dunes
- Party around a campfire with local music drums
- Overnight at the desert camp
- Enjoying time with Family/Friends
Brief program:
- Day1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Telouet – Ounila Valley – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate
- Day2: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Roses Valley – Dades Valley – Tingher (Todgha Gorges )
- Day3: Tingher – Jorf Khettaras – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert
- Day4: Explore Merzouga Desert Area by 4×4 Car
- Day5: Merzouga Desert – Rissani – Daraa Valley – Agdez – Anti Atlas Mountains – Ouarzazate
- Day6: Ouarzazate – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
Program of 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert:
Day1: Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Telouet - Ounila Valley - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate
After Breakfast, our chauffeur will rendezvous with you at the hotel to commence your tour by traveling eastward to traverse the High Atlas Mountains at the Tishka Pass, which stands at 2260 meters. Along the way, you can capture breathtaking views and see Berber villages. Afterward, proceed through the charming Ounila Valley to reach the renowned town of Ait Ben Haddou, acknowledged as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later in the day, venture 30 kilometers south to Ouarzazate, a city known as the gateway to the desert and renowned for its film studios and ancient kasbahs.
Day2: Ouarzazate - Skoura - Roses Valley - Dades Valley - Tingher (Todgha Gorges )
After Breakfast, you proceed on your journey by traveling towards the east across a desert, eventually arriving at the palm grove in Skoura, home to one of Morocco’s most stunning and historic kasbahs. You will have ample time to explore and discover the rich history of the historic Kasbah of Amridil. Next, make your way to the Valley of Roses to make a stop at one of the women’s cooperatives for the distillation of rose water. From there, continue to the Dades Valley, nestled deep within the High Atlas Mountains, known for its peculiar and distinctive rocky landscape. Lastly, head towards Tenghir via the Gorge-Gorge road, leading to the renowned Todgha Gorges, celebrated as one of Morocco’s most captivating rocky valleys, allowing you to take a leisurely stroll before arriving at the hotel.
Day3: Tingher - Jorf Khettaras - Erfoud - Merzouga Desert
After having breakfast, you continue your journey by traveling east through a desert landscape towards the Merzouga Desert. Along the way, you make a stop at Jorf Khettaras, which is a prime example of the oldest irrigation system in the region. This method was the sole approved means of transporting water and irrigating the palm groves that line the road. After that, proceed towards the city of Erfoud, known as the capital of fossils. Visit one of the workshops for extracting and processing fossils to gain a deeper understanding of the region’s history. Finally, in the afternoon, you arrive at the Erg Chebbi desert in Merzouga. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to ride a camel and venture into the dunes to witness the enchanting sunset. Then, head to spend the night at the desert camp.
Day4: Explore Merzouga Desert Area by 4x4 Car
After we have breakfast, we’ll commence our journey to discover the Merzouga area. Our first stop will be the Hassilabiad Oasis. Next, we’ll traverse the historic Dakar Rally tracks to visit the nomadic community and gain insight into their way of life. We’ll then proceed to the Khamlia village to experience the unique traditional music known as Gnawa music. After the tour, you’ll have some free time to partake in one of the most renowned activities in the area – exploring the heart of the sand dunes by Quads or ATV (optional).
Day5: Merzouga Desert - Rissani - Daraa Valley - Agdez - Anti Atlas Mountains - Ouarzazate
Make sure not to miss the chance to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the dunes, then enjoy a refreshing shower and a delightful breakfast at the camp. After that, continue your journey to Marrakesh, passing through Rissani, renowned for its historical and economic significance. Traverse through desert scenery and the magnificent Atlas Mountains before reaching the expansive Draa Valley, located around 1,200 km away. This valley is situated amidst the Anti-Atlas Mountains and is encircled by extensive palm groves. Finally, you will arrive at Ouarzazate, a city renowned for its connections to the film industry.
Day6: Ouarzazate - High Atlas Mountains - Marrakech
After breakfast, your journey continues on its final day, heading north through the High Atlas Mountains towards Marrakesh. During the period after noon, you will arrive in the heart of Marrakesh to take an exploratory tour of the city’s most important tourist and historical attractions, accompanied by an experienced and qualified tour guide. Such as a visit to the Koutoubia Mosque, Jemaa El Fna Square, the Ben Youssef School, and the Bahia Palace, in addition to going into the city’s crowded alleys, which are bustling with life day and night.
Price Includes & Excludes:
Price Includes:
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation or Airport.
- Transport by private modern car with A/C + Fuel.
- Experienced English/Spanish/French speaking Driver/Guide
- Camel ride (Camel per person)
- 1 night at luxury desert camp + private bathroom
- 4 nights in a private room at the Hotel/Riad
- (Breakfast + Dinner) x 5
- Excursions by 4×4 car
Price Excludes:
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Tipping for Driver & Guides (optional)
- Entrance fees to monuments (optional)
Jason –
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Kevin –
Thank you so much Said, it is truly perfect with the unexpected blowing the winds of adventure through this truly wonderful stay, we explored the real Morocco, but 7 days was not enough, thank you again for everything, see you soon I hope.
Dayana –
Our experience began the minutes we met with Said, He is our driver and the tour guide. He’s so cute and very kind. Our trip with Discover Morocco Golden Tours exceeds our expectations. We have the best guide ever. We became like a family. They were the kindest and caring people I’ve ever met. We had a very interesting week, which, I swear, is hard to forget, will remain fixed in our minds forever. Thank you again for everything