Marrakech - Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah - Ouarzazate - Dades Gorges

Ait Ben Haddou - Explore the historic kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site that draws filmmakers from around the globe. This remarkable Berber village, crafted from clay and adobe, is a must-visit attraction in southern Morocco. Enjoy a guided walking tour and savor lunch at a local restaurant (not included). This site has been the backdrop for many renowned international films, such as Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and Alexander. After touring the village with your guide, relish a traditional lunch at a local eatery. Then, continue the journey to Ouarzazate, where you can explore the Atlas cinema studios and learn about the films produced there.

Ouarzazate - Visit the renowned kasbah Taourirte, a UNESCO World Heritage kasbah located in the heart of Ouarzazate city.

Vallee Des Roses - Enjoy several stops along the road through the Roses Valley and visit a local cooperative specializing in rose products. The Dades and Roses Valleys are vital for water and irrigation in the region and are famously known as the valleys of 1000 kasbahs. In the Rose Valley, stop by a rose cooperative to learn about the benefits of products made from the unique rose. If visiting in May, experience the annual festival of roses.

Boumalne Dades - Continue the journey through the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs to reach Boumalne Dades, passing through Berber villages. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay in the Gorges.

Dades Gorges - Todra Gorges - Merzouga Sahara

Boumalne Dades - Start the day with breakfast and relax until the driver calls. Join the group in the van, take your seats, and continue the trip.

Tinghir - Embark on a guided walking tour through the stunning Todra Valley with a local guide to explore the breathtaking Todra Canyon.

Merzouga - Upon arrival in Merzouga, enjoy a welcoming mint tea before embarking on a new adventure with a camel caravan. Spend an hour and a half traversing the magnificent golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, reaching the desert camp at the base of the Great Dune. During the camel trek, witness a breathtaking sunset over the sand dunes.

Enjoy dinner at the camp and an overnight stay in the heart of the desert under a spectacular starry sky.

Depending on your choice:
Standard Camp: Shared tent with other guests
Luxury Desert Camp: Private tent in a luxury desert camp

Merzouga - Anti-Atlas - Ouarzazate - Tichka Pass - Marrakech

Merzouga - Rise early to witness the stunning sunrise over the golden dunes of Merzouga and ride camels back to the hotel to meet your driver.

Merzouga Desert - Wake up early to admire the beautiful desert sunrise over the dunes, then return to the hotel by camel or 4×4 to meet your driver/guide and embark on a new journey towards Marrakech. Travel through the vast palm grove of Tafilalet, passing through Rissani, known for its markets and as the former trade center for caravans from the southern Sahara of Africa and the north.

• Free Pick up & drop off
• Sandboarding (in Luxury & Mid-level options)
• Camel Ride
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Dinner
• Accommodation as per itinerary
• Breakfast
• Professional Driver

• Lunches & Drinks
• Local Guide(Tips)

This often-sought, 3-day collaborative group Sahara expedition from Marrakech to the dunes of Merzouga, offers the ideal solution for those wishing to explore Morocco’s magnificent desert landscapes. Embarking daily from Marrakech, our tour delivers a visual feast taking you through the verdant Haouz plains surrounding Marrakech, climbing up to the soaring High Atlas Mountains, then meandering through various alluring valleys and lush oases, before concluding with rocky uplands and the awe-inspiring sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. A never-ending array of sights ensures a continual engagement, with the remarkable transformations of the terrain providing further fascination.

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