Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Dades 330km

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - Begin your journey at 8 am with a pick-up from your Riad or any preferred location, embarking on a 3-day, 2-night Merzouga desert tour from Marrakech. Traverse the Tizi N’Tichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains (2260m), relishing the scenic mountain road and charming Berber villages, to arrive at the UNESCO World Heritage site “Ait Benhaddou village,” a fortified ksar with stunning Kasbahs. Ait Benhaddou has been a natural backdrop for numerous films. Enjoy a guided walk across the river to explore The Ksar and ascend to the hilltop through Ait-ben-Haddou’s alleys, reminiscent of a medieval journey, offering a breathtaking view of the fertile Ounila river valley, surrounded by desert landscapes and the snow-capped Atlas Mountains in the background. The view from the top is truly expansive. After lunch, continue to Dades Gorge via Ouarzazate, Skoura, and the long Valley of Roses.

Dades Valley - Todra Gorge - Erfoud - Risani - Merzouga 270km

Vallee Des Roses - The 3-day, 2-night Morocco Desert Tour to Merzouga proceeds after a traditional breakfast, taking the road of 1000 kasbahs through the vibrant Berber villages of the Dades Valley, reaching Tineghir, a beautiful 15 km valley of date palms ending in spectacular gorges, popular for rock climbing. The road to the Todgha Gorge passes lush palmeraies and Berber villages, where a trek along the 300m high canyons awaits. Then, head to the Erg Chebbi dunes in the Merzouga Sahara Desert, with lunch in Tinjdad or Touroug, depending on your appetite. Upon reaching the Erg Chebbi dunes, a short off-road drive takes you to the edge of the golden dunes where camels await. Luggage is transported by a 4x4 vehicle to the camp, allowing you to enjoy a delightful camel ride over the sand dunes and witness a magnificent Sahara sunset en route to the camp. Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed with tea and smiles.

Merzouga - Alnif - Tazarine - Agdez - Marrakech 567km

Taourirt Kasbah - Rise early to witness the sunrise over the highest dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga, one of the desert’s most magical moments. Afterward, enjoy breakfast at the camp, pack, and return either by camel or 4x4, leaving the dunes behind. On the paved roads, travel to Marrakech via Alnif, Tazarine, Draa Valley, Agdez, and Ouarzazate. In Ouarzazate, enjoy free time for lunch and a photo opportunity in front of the renowned Taourirt Kasbah. Then, continue to Marrakech, concluding your Merzouga desert adventure. Cross the Atlas Mountains once more, passing through Berber villages between Ouarzazate and Marrakech. Drop-off at your accommodation.

• Dinner included
• Breakfast included

Merzouga is a small town out on the edge of the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi. Merzouga is only 20 km away from Algerian border where the paved road ends and the real Sahara Desert sand dunes begin. Merzouga desert is the most common destination in Morocco for Camel treks and desert camps. To experience the Sahara desert dunes it is a must to take a camel trip and stay overnight in a berber tent or in a luxury camp. The camel trip takes approximately 1 hour through amazing red-orange sand dunes at sunset to reach the sahara desert camp where you will be served wonderful and rich dinner, enjoy a musical play with the staff around blazing fire. But note it is at least a ten hours drive from the erg chebbi dunes to Marrakech. The trip is possible in 3 days however we recommend a slow pace over 4 or 5 days.

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