Enjoy camel rides through the dunes, watch a beautiful sunset and sunrise, spend two nights under the stars in a traditional nomadic tent, and experience the warm hospitality of the Berber people. Book your tour now and embark on an unforgettable adventure!
Pick from your accommodation in Marrakech and drive into the High Atlas Mountains.
We will arrive the Kasbah of Ait-Benhaddou; a fortified village classified by UNESCO as one of the world’s cultural treasures, a backdrop for many Hollywood Movies and series such as Game of Thrones, Gladiator, and Lawrence of Arabia. Besides, the kasbah used to be an important fortress stronghold on the old Road caravan routes from The Sub-Saharan Countries to Marrakech. Continue to the city of Ouarzazate, visit the Touarirt Kasbah and Cinema studios if you prefer to.
We continue then across the road of thousand Kasbahs to reach the Dades Valley via Skoura Oases, the city of roses, and Berbere villages along the way.
Overnight in Dades Gorges.
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After breakfast, we drive to Tinghir; one of the most trading positions for the caravans in the past, inside the old city still the Jewish quarter and cemetery.
We then continue to Todgha Gorges; a 300m canyons towered by rocks. A short walk inside the canyons before we drive to Arfoud, the city of dates and fossils.
We will reach Merzouga Desert before the sunset and a quick stop in the hotel at the sand dunes where you will switch the car for the camels. The camel ride to your desert camp will take 1h30 with stops for pictures in the middle of the dunes.
When you arrive the camp, hot shower, and dinner followed by a traditional music live show around the fire.
Overnight at a desert camp inside the dunes Merzouga Desert.
Today, we will enjoy exploring Merzouga Desert and get to know about the nomad's life. After picking you up from your desert camp, we will drive through the Erg Chebbi sand dunes. A dramatic scenery and one of Morocco’s top sights. Our first stop will be at the Nomad’s tent where we will be invited to a traditional cup of tea while chatting with the nomads and discover their culture and their way of life.
We then, move closer to the coal mines located in Mefis village. tunnels and holes where local people used to work during the French occupation.
Next, we head to Khamlia village, whose inhabitants are believed to be descended from the slave that were escaped from the slave trading caravans. This village is known for their traditional type of music known as Gnaoua. We will enjoy together traditional music live show before we treat ourselves for with a local traditional lunch in a local restaurant specialized in Berber Pizza.
After lunch, we will continues to another hidden treasures of the desert. A surprising lake in the middle of the desert, and a life source for many desert birds such as the desert warblers and flocks of flamingos.
At the end of our excursion, we will take you back to the hotel in the dune lines to rest and enjoy the dunes view from your terrace.
After you rest, a multiple optional desert sports and activities can be arranged for you if you prefer to.
Overnight in a luxury desert camp inside the dunes of Merzouga Desert. (HB)
Today, you will return to the hotel by camels or a 4x4 car if you prefer.
We will meet in the hotel and drive to Arfoud city where we change direction toward the Ziz Oases.
A short break in panoramic view of the Oases and we continue our way toward Midelt where we will stop for lunch. Then, drive to Azrou Forest where we will visit the Macaque Barbary Monkeys inside the forest. Next, we move to Ifrane city nicknamed as a Switzerland of Morocco.
A pet stop in Ifrane before we drive to Fes; one of the oldest medieval cities in the world.
When we arrive, we will drop you at your accommodation in Fes.
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| Duration | 4 days |
|---|---|
| Starts | Marrakech |
| Ends | Fes |
| Tour type | Private & small-group |
| Transport | Private air-conditioned vehicle |
| Driving distance | ≈ 1,075 km over the whole tour |
| Driving time | ≈ 19 hrs total (spread across the itinerary) |
| Languages | English, French, Spanish, Arabic |
| Availability | Year-round, on your dates |
It runs for 4 days, covering Marrakech, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Boumalne Dades, Merzouga, Fes. The itinerary can be shortened or extended around your flights.
The price depends on how many of you are travelling, the season, and the hotel and desert-camp category you choose — it is quoted per person and drops as the group grows. Send us your dates and group size through the form on this page and we'll come back with an exact, all-in quote. No payment is needed to get a quote.
4 days is enough to reach the Sahara from Marrakech and back with time in the dunes — shorter itineraries mean longer days in the vehicle, longer ones add a second desert night, gorges or a rest day. Tell us your priorities and we'll pace it to suit you.
Roughly 1,075 km in total over the 4 days — about 19 hours of driving spread across the trip, in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver. The longest legs are broken up with stops at viewpoints, kasbahs and tea houses. Each day's driving is shown in the day-by-day itinerary above.
Included: Mountains, Sightseeing , Desert, Trekking. Not included: international flights, travel insurance, lunches (unless stated), tips and personal expenses. We'll confirm exactly what's covered before you book.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are ideal — warm days, cool desert nights and clear skies. Summer is very hot in the desert and the south; winter is quieter, with cold nights and the chance of snow on the Atlas passes. The tour runs year-round.
Yes — most departures are private, just your party with your own guide and driver. Small-group departures are also available on some dates. Say which you prefer when you inquire.
The tour starts in Marrakech. Airport or hotel pickup in Marrakech is arranged for you, and we can also help with the first night's accommodation if you arrive early.
Many nationalities — including the US, Canada, UK, Australia and most EU countries — can enter Morocco visa-free for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Rules vary by passport, so confirm what applies to you before booking.
A reasonable level of general fitness is enough — expect walking on uneven ground in the medinas and gorges, some early starts, and on Sahara itineraries a short camel trek (which is optional). Tell us about any mobility concerns and we'll adjust.
Yes. Dates, pace, hotels, the number of desert nights and extra stops can all be changed. Use the form on this page to tell us what you have in mind.
Layers for big day-to-night temperature swings, sun protection, a scarf for sand and wind, and closed shoes for the camel trek. See our full desert packing list.
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