6-day private desert tour from Marrakech exploring the High Atlas Mountains, visiting the UNESCO Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, the Rose Valley, dramatic Todra Gorge, and experiencing the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. This circular route returns to Marrakech through the Middle Atlas, visiting Ifrane and Azrou cedar forests.
Departure from Marrakech early morning. Cross High Atlas Mountains via Tizi N'Tichka Pass. Visit Ait Benhaddou Kasbah UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore ancient fortified village used in films. Arrive in Ouarzazate for overnight accommodation.
Departure from Ouarzazate to Dades Valley. Visit Skoura palm grove with traditional kasbahs. Explore El-Kelaâ M'Gouna in Rose Valley. Travel through Boumalne du Dadès scenic route. Arrive at Todra Gorge for overnight stay.
Morning exploration of Todra Gorge canyon. Travel through Tinejdad and Erfoud fossil areas. Continue to Merzouga Sahara Desert gateway. Sunset camel trek across Erg Chebbi dunes. Arrive at traditional desert camp for overnight.
Sunrise camel trek or 4x4 desert adventure. Full day exploring Erg Chebbi sand dunes. Visit nomadic families in desert region. Optional sandboarding on golden dunes. Traditional Berber dinner under starry skies.
Morning departure from Sahara Desert. Visit Rissani traditional market and sites. Travel through Erfoud fossil workshop areas. Continue through Ziz Valley palm groves. Arrive in Midelt for overnight accommodation.
Departure from Midelt through Middle Atlas. Visit Azrou cedar forests with Barbary monkeys. Explore Ifrane, "Switzerland of Morocco". Cross Atlas Mountains returning to Marrakech. Arrival in Marrakech, end of 6-day tour.
Yes, this is a private tour with your own vehicle, driver, and guide. Customize it to your preferences.
You stay in a comfortable desert camp with private tents, traditional dinner, and music around the campfire.
Yes, the tour starts and ends in Marrakech, making it a perfect circular route through the Atlas Mountains and desert.
Breakfast and dinner are included. Lunches are at your own expense (approx. 7-10€ per meal).
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