Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Valley of the Roses – Dades Gorge

Tizi n Tichka - The adventure begins with an early pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakech. The journey will take you over the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi N’Tichka pass, which stands at 2260 meters in altitude.

Ait Ben Haddou - After several stops along the way, you will reach a significant highlight of your trip, the UNESCO World Heritage site Ksar Ait Ben Haddou, known for being the filming location of many successful Hollywood movies such as Gladiator, Prince of Persia, and Game of Thrones.

El Kelaa M’gouna - Travel through the renowned and stunning Roses Valley, linked with the road of a Thousand Kasbahs.

Boumalne Dades - Experience the enchanting colors of Dades Valley and enjoy a panoramic view to capture photos of the monkey fingers mountains. Finally, arrive at the destination, the Dades Gorge, where you will spend the night in a hotel. Breakfast and dinner are included.

Day 2: Dades Gorges - Tinghir - Tinjdad - Erfoud - Merzouga

Tinghir - After breakfast at the hotel, head to Tinghir and Todra Gorge, located 45 km from Dades Gorge, where you can enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of the oasis, with its beautiful palm groves.

Todra River - Continue the journey by admiring one of the most spectacular canyons in the world, where you can take a short walk.

Merzouga - Proceed towards the captivating dunes of Erg Chebbi, part of the Merzouga desert. Upon arrival at the hotel in Merzouga, prepare for a 60-minute camel ride.

Erg Chebbi - Trek across the sand dunes, just in time to witness the mystical transformation of the dunes’ colors under the beauty of the Sahara sunset. Upon reaching the camp, where you will spend the night in nomadic tents, enjoy delicious traditional Moroccan cuisine, such as tajine, by a campfire, while being entertained by local Berbers playing their drums. You can also climb the dunes to admire one of the most beautiful night skies, under the magical light of the stars.

Day 3: Merzouga - Ouarzazate - Marrakech

El Kelaa M’gouna - After an early wake-up to watch the sunrise while riding camels, have breakfast at the hotel and drive back to Marrakech via Ouarzazate or El Kelaa M’gouna, where you will have lunch.

Marrakech - Afterwards, cross the highest pass in Morocco, the Tizi N’Tichka pass, and continue in the afternoon to Marrakech.

• Drop-off at your accommodation, airport, or bus/train station

NOTICE: No accommodation on this day.

• Local guide
• Transport by air-conditioned Minibus (8 seats or 17 seats)
• sand boarding
• Dinner
• Accommodation in boumalne dades (Le Vieux Chateau de Dades or Similar)
• Breakfast
• Camel ride during sunset & sunrise in Merzouga
• Pick up and drop-off from hotel or riad
• Accommodation in the desert camp in Merzouga ( palais des dunes or Similar

• Drinks during the trip
• Lunch during the trip

This three-day group desert tour from Marrakech is one of the most popular Sahara desert excursions, departing daily from the city. Participants will explore iconic kasbahs and enjoy breathtaking views of diverse natural landscapes, including valleys, the Atlas Mountains, canyons, oases, and ultimately the majestic Erg Chebbi sand dunes in Merzouga. No other location offers such a rich array of natural wonders.

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