Embark on an exciting 5-day adventure from Marrakech to the Merzouga Desert.
Day 1: Departure from Marrakech and Explore Southern Morocco
Start your day early, leaving Marrakech at dawn to head south.
Visit the Kasbah of Telouet, the former residence of the Glaoui family, known for its beautiful gardens and rich history.
Continue through the picturesque Ounila Valley, admiring traditional houses and lush green fields.
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, famous for its stunning views of the High Atlas and its role in various films.
End the day in Ouarzazate, where you will spend the night in a comfortable hotel.
Day 2: Discover the Valley of Roses and Dades Gorges
Begin your second day with a visit to the Kasbah Taourirt and the Amerhidil Kasbah in Skoura, an ancient fortress built to protect the wealth of the Glaoui family.
Journey through the beautiful Valley of Roses, renowned for its purple rose gardens that stretch endlessly. Proceed to the Dades Valley, known for its dramatic mountain scenery.
Spend the night in a hotel in the Dades Gorges, surrounded by stunning rock formations.
Day 3: Sahara Desert Tour and Sand Dunes Hike
On the third day, travel towards the Sahara Desert.
Visit the Berber villages of Boumalne and Tinghir, then head to the spectacular Todra Gorges.
After lunch, continue to Erfoud, known for its fossil finds.
Arrive in Merzouga, where you will embark on a camel trek, exploring the magnificent sand dunes.
Admire the sunset over the dunes and spend the night in a luxury camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, enjoying dinner around a campfire with a Berber music show.
Day 4: Visit Zagora
Begin your fourth day with a departure from Merzouga towards Zagora. Visit ancient Berber cities and kasbahs, taking in the stunning desert landscapes.
Explore the Tamegroute museum, known for its old library. Spend the night in a local hotel in Zagora, experiencing the unique culture of the region.
Day 5: Return to Marrakech
On the final day, depart from Zagora and head back towards Marrakech, traveling through the scenic Atlas Mountains.
Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon or evening, where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
concluding your unforgettable desert adventure.
what includes :
* Private excursion, there will be no other people in the group.
* Pick up and transfer to the place you indicate in Marrakech.
* Transportation in Toyota 4×4 with air conditioning.
* Multi language speaking driver/guide at your disposal during the tour.
* 3 Nights of accommodation in hotels with half board (breakfast and dinner).
* Fuel, tolls and all expenses associated with transportation.
* Camel ride to the heart of the desert.
* 1 Night in haimas in the middle of the dunes with dinner and breakfast.
* Sandboarding in the Dunes.
Not Included :
* Flights
* Drinks
* Mid-Day Lunch
* Entrance Tickets
Tour Highlights :
1. Tizi n’Tichka Pass:
Journey through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, the highest road pass in Morocco, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the rugged landscape.
2. Kasbah Telouet:
Explore the historic Kasbah of Telouet, the former residence of the powerful Glaoui family, and admire its beautiful architecture and lush gardens.
3. Ounila Valley:
Travel through the picturesque Ounila Valley, with its traditional Berber houses and verdant fields, showcasing the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the region.
4. Ait Ben Haddou:
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, a well-preserved fortified village with stunning views of the High Atlas. This ancient kasbah has been featured in numerous films and TV shows.
5. Skoura Oasis:
Wander through the lush Skoura Oasis, home to the beautifully preserved 17th-century Amerhidil Kasbah and countless palm groves.
6. Valley of Roses:
Travel through the Valley of Roses, famous for its vibrant rose gardens and annual rose festival, offering stunning landscapes and the sweet scent of blooming roses.
7. Todra Gorges:
Marvel at the towering cliffs of the Todra Gorges, a paradise for rock climbers and nature enthusiasts, with its narrow canyon and lush palm groves.
8. Erfoud:
Visit the town of Erfoud, known for its fossils and as the gateway to the Sahara Desert, before continuing to Merzouga.
9. Erg Chebbi Dunes:
Arrive in Merzouga and embark on a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes, witnessing a stunning desert sunset and experiencing the vastness of the Sahara.
10. Luxury Desert Camp:
Spend a night in a luxury desert camp in the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes, enjoying a traditional Moroccan dinner, a campfire, and a Berber music show under the starry sky.
11. Draa Valley:
Travel through the picturesque Draa Valley, known for its vast palm groves, traditional adobe villages, and stunning desert landscapes.
12. Return through the Atlas Mountains:
Cross the High Atlas Mountains again, enjoying the diverse scenery and quaint Berber villages along the way, before arriving back in Marrakech.