5-Day Private Luxury Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech & Merzouga

4.9
(10 reviews)
Marrakech, Morocco

5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Experience the ultimate Moroccan adventure on this unforgettable private 4-day journey from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert and back. Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, explore the UNESCO-listed Aït Ben Haddou, travel through the breathtaking Dades Valley, discover the dramatic Todgha Gorge, and experience the magic of the golden Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga.

Begin your adventure by leaving Marrakech behind and crossing the majestic High Atlas Mountains, passing through traditional Berber villages, dramatic valleys, and breathtaking mountain landscapes. Discover the legendary Aït Ben Haddou, an ancient fortified ksar and UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing through the spectacular landscapes of southern Morocco.

What's Included

Private transportation
local Taxes
Transport aller retour
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
Professional driver-guide
Camel trek in the Merzouga desert
Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
Guide professionnel
wather
Three nights of accommodation (hotel, riad, or desert camp)
Entrance fees included as specified in the itinerary
Fuel and transportation expenses
Lunches during the tour
Personal expenses
Travel insurance

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup is available from all hotels, riads, and accommodations in Marrakech. For accommodations located inside the Medina where vehicles cannot access the property, we will arrange pickup from the nearest accessible meeting point.

After booking, please provide your accommodation details so we can confirm your exact pickup time and location.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains, to Dades Valley

    4 stops
  • 1
    Marrakech

    Your private journey begins with pickup from your accommodation in Marrakech.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Tizi N' Test

    Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Enjoy panoramic views of the mountains, valleys and traditional Berber villages along the way.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Ait Ben Haddou

    Visit the UNESCO-listed Aït Ben Haddou Ksar. Walk through its ancient fortified streets and discover its traditional earthen architecture.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Continue towards Ouarzazate and travel through the beautiful landscapes of the Valley of Roses before reaching Boumalne Dades.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert

    5 stops
  • 5
    Dadès Gorges

    After breakfast, discover the spectacular Dades Valley and its impressive rock formations. Continue through the Dades Gorges with stops for photography.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Todra Gorge

    Continue towards the famous Todra Gorge, surrounded by impressive limestone cliffs. Enjoy a walk through the gorge and admire the dramatic scenery.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Erfoud

    Continue towards Erfoud and Rissani, passing through the changing landscapes of southeastern Morocco. Enjoy a stop in Rissani, a historic trading town and gateway to the Sahara.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Merzouga

    In the afternoon, arrive at the desert and begin your private camel trek across the dunes while enjoying the changing colours of the desert at sunset.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Merzouga luxury Camel Trekkind & luxury desert Camp.

    Arrive at your luxury desert camp, where you will enjoy Moroccan tea, a traditional dinner and an evening of Berber music beneath the stars.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Merzouga Desert Experience

    7 stops
  • 10
    Erg Chebbi

    Wake up early to enjoy the spectacular Sahara sunrise.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Merzouga

    After breakfast, explore the desert surroundings by private 4x4.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Merzouga

    Visit a traditional nomadic family and discover their way of life, followed by a visit to the local area and the seasonal landscapes around Merzouga.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 13

    Depending on the season and conditions, you can also experience sandboarding on the dunes.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Merzouga luxury Camel Trekkind & luxury desert Camp.

    Return to your luxury camp for a relaxed afternoon.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Erg Chebbi

    Enjoy another peaceful evening in the Sahara, with dinner and traditional music under the stars.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Erg Chebbi

    Enjoy another peaceful evening in the Sahara, with dinner and traditional music under the stars.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Merzouga → Draa Valley → Agdz

    4 stops
  • 17
    Nkob

    After breakfast, leave the Sahara and travel west through the dramatic landscapes of southern Morocco.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 18
    Draa Valley

    Continue towards the Draa Valley, famous for its palm groves, kasbahs and traditional villages.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 19
    Agdz

    Enjoy a scenic drive through the valley before arriving in Agdz, a peaceful oasis town at the foot of the Anti-Atlas Mountains.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 20
    Agdz

    Check into your accommodation and enjoy a relaxed evening surrounded by the landscapes of the Draa Valley.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Agdz → Ouarzazate → High Atlas → Marrakech

    4 stops
  • 21
    Ouarzazate

    After breakfast, begin your final journey towards Marrakech.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 22
    Draa Valley

    Depending on your interests and timing, stop in Ouarzazate or at another scenic location along the route.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 23
    Ouarzazate

    Continue towards Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco,” before driving through the Agdz Valley

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 24
    Atlas Mountains View

    Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon and enjoy private drop-off at your accommodation.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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