Overview
Suppose you have just a week on a trip to morocco. In that case, we advise you to book this itinerary that will take you through the authenticity of Marrakech and southeast of morocco, which is the atlas mountains and Sahara desert experience. It’s one of the highlights Morocco Desert Tour that will take you to visit the best attractions on the road between Marrakesh and Erg Chebbi Dunes. You will have many stops for panoramic viewpoints along the high atlas mountains to see and take pictures of some Berber villages on your way to visit The UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE KSAR AIT BEN HADDOU, after that you will continue to the Hollywood city of morocco, where you will have opportunity to visit ATLAS STUDIO in Ouarzazate, then drive through Skoura oasis of palm trees, Valley of roses, Dads valley and gorges, a short hike at Todra Gorges ( Canyons)… Camel Ride to see Sunset at the top of the highest ERG CHEBBI DUNES with an overnight experiencing in the peaceful Sahara desert in a Berber luxury camping, watching stars and listening to drums music. Also, you will have time to have some fun doing some sportive adventures and activities on the dunes, like experience sand-boarding, ATV Quads, Buggies, and Horse Riding…
Important Notes
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at the time of booking.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.
What’s Included
- 7 Day Transportation in Private Toyota Prado Land-Cruiser with A/C or new Mini-Vans with A/C
- 6 Nights accommodation in authentic Moroccan Riads
- Camel trekking to spend the night in a “Berber Tents with private toilet and Hot Shower” in the middle of Sahara desert of Erg Chebbi Dunes
- All breakfast and 3 Dinners (Dades Gorges, Sahara Desert and Ouarzazate)
- English, French, Or Italian-speaking driver / guide for the entire trip
- English-speaking city guides in Marrakech
- Wi-Fi in the Car if necessary
Not Included
- Entrance Fees
- Lunches & 3 dinners (Marrakech)
- Beverages (Drinks)
- Tips for guides/drivers
- Airfare (Flight ticket)
- Travel insurance
Day 1
Marrakesh Airport (15 Minutes’ drive)
We meet you at the airport of Marrakech and transfer you to your accommodation to have a rest and get prepared for your trip. Bed and Breakfast in your Riad.
Day 2
Day 2 – Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Skoura – El Kelaa M’gouna – Boumalen Dades.(5-6 HOURS DRIVE)
After breakfast in your Riad ,we drive you via the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass, rising to an elevation of 2260 meters, while enjoying the attractive views of the High Atlas Mountains and picturesque Berber villages. We will then go on to visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the exotic Kasbah of Aït Benhaddou and have lunch .Our next stop will be Atlas Studios, the largest movie studio in the world and host to such famous films and television shows as Lawrence of Arabia, The Jewel of the Nile, The Mummy, Gladiator, The Man Who Would Be King, Vikings, Game of Thrones, and Aladdin as well as several James Bond and Jason Bourne movies.
After breakfast in your Riad ,we drive you via the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass, rising to an elevation of 2260 meters, while enjoying the attractive views of the High Atlas Mountains and picturesque Berber villages. We will then go on to visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the exotic Kasbah of Aït Benhaddou and have lunch .Our next stop will be Atlas Studios, the largest movie studio in the world and host to such famous films and television shows as Lawrence of Arabia, The Jewel of the Nile, The Mummy, Gladiator, The Man Who Would Be King, Vikings, Game of Thrones, and Aladdin as well as several James Bond and Jason Bourne movies. We will then continue on to El Kelaa M’gouna (the Valley of Roses), where roses are grown and processed into perfumes, oils, and lotions. We will pass by the beautiful palm grove oasis in Skoura, where you will see many exotic Kasbahs, such as the Taourirt and Amerhidil Kasbahs. When we reach the lovely Dadès Valley. Dinner and Breakfast included in your Accommodation.
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Day 3
Boumalen Dades – Todgha Gorge – Tinjdad – Erfoud – Merzouga. (4-5 HOURS DRIVE)
After breakfast, we will head toward Merzouga, stopping first at the spectacular Todgha Gorge where you can take a walk along the gorge floor between the canyon walls. We will then continue across the valley to Tinjdad, where we will have lunch. After lunch, we will drive via Erfoud, where we will visit an amazing fossil factory and learn how they excavate, polish, and shape Trilobites, Orthoceras, Ammonites, and other fossils into beautiful objects. We will continue on to Merzouga and the Dunes Luxury Camp at the foot of Sahara Desert dunes.
After breakfast, we will head toward Merzouga, stopping first at the spectacular Todgha Gorge where you can take a walk along the gorge floor between the canyon walls. We will then continue across the valley to Tinjdad, where we will have lunch. After lunch, we will drive via Erfoud, where we will visit an amazing fossil factory and learn how they excavate, polish, and shape Trilobites, Orthoceras, Ammonites, and other fossils into beautiful objects. We will continue on to Merzouga and the Dunes Luxury Camp at the foot of Sahara Desert dunes. Each tent is beautifully appointed and the entire camp is the ultimate in “glamping.” Here you will get ready for your next adventure; camel trekking! You will ride these Ships of the Desert into the heart of the Sahara, witnessing a spectacular sunset through the dunes. Back at the Dunes Luxury Camp you will enjoy Berber food, listen to the drums under a starry night sky, and sleep in your gorgeous tent in peace and tranquility.
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Day 4
Fez- Ifran – Azrou – Midelt – Errachidia – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga
Next morning the camel man will awake you up in dawn to see the spectacular sunrise in the desert, later you will return to the camp to have your breakfast. After that the camel man take you back to the Auberge to have a shower to refresh your body. We drive to Rissani through the Ksours and Kasbahs of Tafilalet. Visiting the Zaouia of Moulay Ali El-Charif, the mausoleum of the dynasty Glaoui founder, and have walk to discover the local market and traditional souks in Rissani, after that heading to Ourzazate via Alnif, Tazarin, Draa valley till reaching Ouarzazate.Dinner and Breakfast included in your Authentic Accommodation.
Day 5
Ouarzazate – the pass of Tizi n’Tichka – Marrakech. (5-4 HOURS DRIVE)
After Breakfast we will be heading toward Marrakech by crossing the high Atlas Mountain through the Pass of Tizi n’Tichka. Stopping along the way and enjoying the wonderful surroundings then having lunch in a Berber village called”Teddart” before your arrival to Marrakech.
Day 6
Marrakech – Tour of the City with a Local Guide
Today, after breakfast you will have a full day to tour and discover Marrakech, the famous Red City. Your guide will take you to the most beautiful palaces and monuments of Marrakech, including the 19th century Bahia Palace, the 16th century Saadian Tombs, the Koutoubia Mosque, and the Majorelle Gardens. You will have lunch in the Medina and also have an opportunity to visit the famous Souks, where the merchants sell everything from leather and carpets to spices and jewelry. Jemaa el-Fnaa is perhaps the most famous town square on earth. From ancient times until today, tradesmen, snake charmers, acrobats, magicians, mystics, musicians, and monkey trainers have populated this UNESCO World Heritage site. You will spend your overnight at an authentic Moroccan Riad, including bed and breakfast.
Day 7
Marrakesh to your FLIGHT TIME
After breakfast, we will transfer you to the airport at your flight time.
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Important Notes
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at the time of booking.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.