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Morocco Desert Multi Day Tour in Marrakech to Merzouga

Marrakech, MoroccoOperated by Morocco Berber Trips
  • Duration4 days
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish, French
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Discover the beauty and diversity of southern Morocco on this unforgettable 4-day luxury private tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert. Travel across the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, visit traditional Berber villages, and explore the famous Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning kasbah architecture. Continue through the spectacular landscapes of the Dades Valley before reaching the golden dunes of Merzouga. Enjoy a memorable camel trek across the Sahara at sunset and spend the night in a luxury desert camp surrounded by the peaceful beauty of the dunes. Your journey then takes you through the historic town of Rissani and the desert gateway city of Ouarzazate, where you will stay in beautiful high-quality accommodations. With stunning scenery, authentic cultural experiences, and comfortable luxury stays, this private tour offers the perfect way to experience Morocco’s mountains, valleys, and desert in just four incredible days.

Day-by-day itinerary

4 days4 daysPrivate tour
Day 1Marrakech → Ait Benhaddou → Dades Valley

  1. Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah

    Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, 45000, Morocco

    1 hour 30 minAdmission included

    Visit this UNESCO World Heritage site, a fortified village famous for its ancient mud-brick architecture and film appearances in Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Explore the kasbah’s alleyways and enjoy panoramic photo opportunities.

  2. Boumalne Dades

    Boumalne Dades, Morocco

    30 minutes

    Admire the dramatic mud-brick fortresses scattered across the valley, often called the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs.”

  3. High Atlas Mountains

    Morocco

    20 minutes

    Drive through the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass with breathtaking mountain views.

Accommodation: Overnight in a luxury hotel or riad in Dades Valley, offering spacious rooms with modern amenities and stunning views

Day 2Dades Valley → Merzouga

  1. Todra Gorge

    Tinerhir, Morocco

    30 minutes

    Marvel at the towering cliffs and narrow canyon, perfect for short hikes or photos.

  2. Merzouga

    Merzouga, Morocco

    2 hours

    Experience the stunning sand dunes of the Sahara.

Accommodation: Enjoy Moroccan dinner, traditional music, and a comfortable overnight stay under the dunes in a luxury desert camp.

Day 3Merzouga → Rissani → Ouarzazate

  1. Rissani

    Rissani, Morocco

    30 minutes

    Explore the historic town, visit local markets (souks), and see traditional Moroccan architecture.

  2. Ouarzazate

    Ouarzazate, Morocco

    1 hour

    Discover the “Gateway to the Sahara,” known for film studios and kasbahs.

Accommodation: Overnight in a beautiful high-quality hotel or luxury riad in Ouarzazate

Day 4Ouarzazate → Marrakech

  1. Tizi n Tichka

    Ouarzazate, Morocco

    Pass by

    Drive back through the High Atlas Mountains, with breathtaking panoramas and stops for photos.

Pickup & meeting point

You can choose either hotel/location pickup or to meet the guide at the start point.

Pickup starts about 30 minutes before the departure time.

Start

In front of el Koutoubia Mosque in Marrakech

End / drop-off

In front of el Koutoubia Mosque in Marrakech

Pickup locations379

The operator lists 379 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences40

  • Club Les Almoravides HotelArset Djenan, Marrakech, Morocco
  • Alkhayma MedinaHopital Riad Al Mokha 14, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Signature Medina47 Lmagni, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Dar Bonita18 QT SIDI ISHAQ darb anboub, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Dar Melia18 Derb Dekkak, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Zouhour33 derb Snane, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Ksar Saad & spa02Der Demnate Qt Kasbah, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Hotel Sindi SudRiad Zitoun Lakdim Derb Sidi Bouloukate 109, Marrakech, Morocco
  • Bo RiadRue El Moustachfa, Riad El Moukha, Marrakech, Morocco
  • Nobu RiadRue el Moustachfa, Derb Sekaia, Médina - Marrakech, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • La Mamounia MarrakechAvenue Bab Jdid, Mamounia SPA Hamam, Marrakech, 40040, Morocco
  • Riad JoRue Sidi Ahmed ou Moussa N_14, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Contessa74 Derb El Halfaoui, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Adore94 Derb Tizougarine, Dar El Bacha, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Blue Berry55 Derb Jdid, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Novotel Marrakech HivernageRue Haroun Errachid, Quartier de l'hivernage, Marrakech, 40020, Morocco
  • Riad Gjulja74 Rue Riad Zitoun el Kdim, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Marrakech Medina2 Rte Dar Daou, N, Dou Arst Al Maache, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Excellence196 Arset Aouzal Road, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad 11 ZitouneRue Riad Zitoune Lakdim, Derb Lakhdar No11, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Mur AkushDerb Zaouia 2, Bab Doukkala, Marrakech, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Allal11 Arset Moussa Sghira, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Bibazia26 Arset Aouzal Road, Bab Doukkala, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad BarrokoDerb Zaouia 26 Bab Doukkala, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • MonRiad4 Derb Lahbasse, Riad Zitoun, Marrakech, 4000, Morocco
  • Riad Eva76 Derb Moulay Abdul Kader, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Bo Riad Boutique Hotel & SPARue El Moustachfa, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Al Ralia91 Derb Habib Allah Mouassine, Marrakech, 40130, Morocco
  • Gem Riad35 Derb Jdid, Riad zitoun lakdim, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Les Jardins de la Koutoubia26 Rue de la Koutoubia, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Dar Radi29 Bis Derb Dekkak Bab Doukala, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Imperial Borj HotelAvenue Echouhada, Quartier Hivernage, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad KhalifaRue Sidi Abdelaziz, 17 Derb Wihah, Medina, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Dar Bahi86 Derb El Halfaoui, Marrakech, Morocco
  • Riad Jolie14 Riad El Moukha Derb Bzioui, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Quenza24, Derb N'Kahl Rabba Lakdima, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • L'Heure d'Ete96, sidi Bouloukat, Marrakech, Morocco
  • Riad Dar Chacha4 Derb Lalla Chacha, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Kahena Lifestyle Concept34 Derb Sarij, Quartier Riad El Mokha, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Nobu Hotel MarrakechAv. Echouhada Et, Rue du Temple, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

Travelers can be picked up from the hotel when travelers are more than 3 Staying in the same hotel

What's included

Included

  • High Quality Accommodation during the trip
  • Sunset and sunrise camel rides, sandboarding experience.
  • Dinner
  • Comfortable private vehicle with AC for all transfers.
  • Breakfast

Not included

  • Lunches and drinks

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 7 travellers per booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–11), Adult (12–100)

Languages

Guide
English, French

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • 3+ days before100% refund
  • 0–3 days before0% refund
  • This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it's cancelled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 1 day 12 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Africa/Casablanca
Product code
394909P3

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements

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