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Private 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech

Marrakech, MoroccoOperated by In Morocco Desert
  • Duration3 days
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

The 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga and back to Marrakech is one of our most popular desert tours, offering you the chance to explore the beauty and diversity of Morocco’s desert landscapes. Over these three days, you will discover the High Atlas Mountains, the ancient Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, the breathtaking Dades and Todra Valleys, the dramatic Todra Gorges, and the magnificent dunes of the Sahara Desert. Enjoy the palm-filled landscapes of the Draa Valley, cross the spectacular Anti-Atlas Mountains, and discover hidden gems along the way. After an unforgettable desert experience, we will return to Marrakech. Let us surprise you!

Day-by-day itinerary

3 days3 daysPrivate tour
Day 1MARRAKECH - HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS - AIT BEN HADDOU - OUARZAZATE - DADES VALLEY
  1. 30 minutes

    After picking you up from your hotel in Marrakesh at 8 am, the 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes will start by driving to the High Atlas Mountains.

  2. Atlas Mountains View

    Marrakech, Morocco

    3 hours

    We will pass through the Tizi n'Tichka port, where we can make some stops to admire the panoramic views and take pictures of the small Berber villages that blend into the landscape.

  3. 2 hours

    Visit the famous fortified ksar of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah (declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986). A large number of films shot in Morocco have used Ait Benhaddou as a location, like Gladiator (2000), The Mummy (1999), The Jewel of the Nile (1985), Babel (2006), and a lot more. Ait Benhaddou was also used in parts of the TV series Game of Thrones, the Brazilian TV series O Clone, and The Amazing Race Australia 6.

  4. 1 hour

    Free time to have lunch in Ouarzazate. Then move on to see the Taourirt kasbah, one of Morocco’s most beautiful ksars.

  5. 15 hours

    On our way to Boumaln Dades, we will cross through The Rose Valley, a beautiful place to see more than 700,000 palm trees and a lot of kasbahs in the area. Damascene roses are grown for rosewater in this valley, which is very valuable. The Rose Festival is held here every year in May and is a significant museum for Moroccan history. Arriving in the Dades valley, where we will rest for the night.

Accommodation: Riad Panorama Dades or similar

Day 2DADES VALLEY - TODRA GORGES - MERZOUGA
  1. 1 hour

    After breakfast, we'll begin the day with one of the most breathtaking views of the Dades Valley from a well-placed vantage point in the mountains, where we'll be able to take in many kasbahs and their majestic features.

  2. 1 hour 30 min

    The breathtaking scenery of the Todra Gorge, also known as Toudgha Gorge locally, which the River Todra carved out of limestone over many centuries. The gorge's over 400-meter-high canyon walls give it an almost prehistoric appearance.

  3. 15 hours

    Arrive at the magnificent Merzouga dunes We'll ride camels for an hour to get to our nomadic camp in the middle of a sea of sand. We'll watch the sunset from the top of a dune before dinner and sleep in a tent beneath a starry sky.

Accommodation: Azawad Luxury Camp or similar

Day 3Merzouga - Middle Atlas Mountains - Fes

  1. Draa Valley

    Zagora, Morocco

    Pass by

    We will pass through the Draa Valley, an outstanding valley located in Morocco’s desert region.

  2. Anti-Atlas Mountains

    Morocco

    Pass by

    We will have the opportunity to cross the Anti-Atlas Mountains, one of the finest examples of Morocco’s dramatic volcanic and rocky mountain landscapes.

  3. Marrakech

    Marrakech, Morocco

    Pass by

    Finally, arrive in Marrakech after an unforgettable 3-day desert tour. We will drop you off at your riad or another location nearby.

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup is included for all travellers.

Pickup starts about 30 minutes before the departure time.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Pickup locations1,189

The operator lists 1,189 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 Tofaha18 Rue Ank Jemel, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad JoRue Sidi Ahmed ou Moussa N_14, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Contessa74 Derb El Halfaoui, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad SofYan & Spa25 Derb Slima, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Eva76 Derb Moulay Abdul Kader, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Oasis Du Desert Boutique Hotel & SPARue Bin Lafnadek, N_32, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Dardar11 Derb Cherrata, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad El Khaeir Piscine Hammam & Spa141 Rue Chtouka, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Dar Chacha4 Derb Lalla Chacha, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Hotel KawakibRiad Zitoune Lakdim Derb Laafoo Nr 156, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Casa Felicita & SpaDerb Lakhdar, Riad Zitoun, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Grand Hotel TaziAngle Avenue EL Mouahidine Rue Bab Agnaou (A 100 Metres de la Place Djamaa EL Fna), Marrakech, 400000, Morocco
  • Wazo AparthotelNo9, Bd Abdelkarim Al Khattabi, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Sultan Suleiman81 Derb El Hammam Kasbah, Riad Sultan Suleiman, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Reve De SamirBen Saleh Derb Cherrata Sghir N 04, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Rimaliz HouseAmizmir Maroc, Route de Tizguine, Amizmiz, 42103, Morocco
  • Riad Tassili Marrakech24 Riad Zitoun Lakdim, Derb Lakhdar, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Tazzori19 Derb El Baroud, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Amber ZahraKaria siyahia 16 Al Dar, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Shakho105, Derb El Hammam, Mouassine, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad SolangeRue De La Kasbah, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Dar Le MondeZawiya of Sidi Bel Abbas, Marrakech, 40008, Morocco
  • Dar Essassi23 Djnane Ben Chegra, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Kech Soul57 Rue Bab Irhli, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad L'encens Oriental85 Derb Chtouka Kasbah 40000 Mechouar Al Kasbah, 85 Derb Chtouka Kasbah 40000 Mechouar Al Kasbah, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Dar FannyRue Arset Loughzail, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Al Mechouar66 Av. Imam El Ghazali, Marrakech, 46000, Morocco
  • Riad Ilyan & SpaN 03 Ben Saleh Derb Abdelwasaa, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Sun WeekRiad Zitoun El Kedim Derb Zouak 9, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Ailen170 Derb El Mejjat Hilana, Marrakech, 44000, Morocco
  • Riad dar lfenDerb Baghala Kasbah 114, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Dar LfenKasbah Derb Baghala 114, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Samir Privilege Boutique Hotel & SpaBen Saleh Medina, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Nalan & Spa51 Derb Sidi Mbarek, Sidi Mimoun, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad El HabibN 7 Drb Lakbour, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Saiot135 Derb Jdid Bab Doukkala, Marrakech, 40030, Morocco
  • Riad Dar Zaouia - Angsana Heritage Collection24-Derb Si Said, Lagouassem, 40000, Morocco
  • Berber Duchess Riad103 Derb El Kadi, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

The pick-up is available. Pickup from all Marrakech hotels and riads. The pick-up point will be at the closest accessible point to your hotel or riad if it is situated in the medina.

What's included

Included

  • Pick up and drop off at your accommodation
  • Private transportation
  • Merzouga camel trekking
  • Dinner
  • Overnight in the riad/hotel and in a desert camp (private tents)
  • Breakfast

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Lunches and beverages

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

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

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (2–3), Child (4–12), Adult (13–80)

Additional information

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Languages

Guide
English, French, Spanish

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 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

Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Africa/Casablanca
Product code
347821P2

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements
  • Arrival airline
  • Arrival flight number
  • Drop-off address
  • How you are arriving
  • Your arrival time

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