6 Days Marrakech Desert Tour
Overview
Enjoy a 6 day desert tour from Marrakech and discover the beauty, culture, and history of Morocco. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou and Telouet Kasbah, and explore the beautiful Dades Valley.
Continue to the Merzouga Desert where you will ride camels across the Erg Chebbi dunes, watch the sunset, and spend a night in a desert camp with traditional Berber music. Explore the desert, visit nomadic families, and discover Khamlia village.
The journey continues through the Ziz Valley, Cedar Forest of Azrou, and Ifrane before exploring the historic city of Fes. Visit Casablanca and the famous Hassan II Mosque, then return to Marrakech to finish your Moroccan adventure.
Highlights
- Cross the majestic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass.
- Step back in time at the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.
- Marvel at the dramatic rock formations of the Dades Valley.
- Ride camels into the mesmerizing Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Spend a night in a luxury desert camp under the stars.
- Explore the vibrant Medina of Fes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Visit the iconic Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.
- Immerse yourself in Berber culture and traditions.
6 Days Marrakech Desert Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech ⇢ Telouet Kasbah ⇢ Ait Ben Haddou ⇢ Dades Valley.
The ride goes through mountain passes where one can appreciate the scenic overlook of jagged mountains and terraced valleys of the large steep Tizi n’Tichka pass with the other side boasting busy streets of Marrakech. The first stop is Kasbah Telouet, which is a withering tempered stairstep and outworks, caravanserai and fortification.
Following this, we will also be visiting the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, which is a kasbah widely known for being the set of famous works such as ‘Gladiator’ and episodes of ‘Game of Thrones.’
And lastly, barring Dades Valley, where one can observe impressive rock formations with thick oases, after having lunch in Ouarzazate which is famed for being the “Gateway to the Desert”.
Remember to reserve a cozy hotel or riad in advance so you can have a seamless check in and continue with the planned events of the evening after sunset.
Day 2: Dades Valley ⇢ Agdz ⇢ Nkoub ⇢ Alnif ⇢ Rissani ⇢ Merzouga.
At sunrise, salute the serenity of Dades Valley to start your journey toward Draa Valley; this is basically a fascinating stretch of palm groves along with ancient Kasbahs.
Stop in Agdz, a charming town surrounded by dramatic landscapes, and then continue to Rissani, the birthplace of Morocco’s ruling dynasty. Here, you’ll enjoy a traditional Berber pizza, a local specialty.
As the day unfolds, the golden dunes of Merzouga come into view. Climb onto a camel and glide across the sands of Erg Chebbi as the sun dips below the horizon.
Your night will be spent in the luxury desert camp, including time to enjoy the traditional Berber music, having dinner, and star-gazing.
Day 3: Full Day Exploring Merzouga Desert.
Get ready to sink into the charm of the Sahara. Rise with the first lights of dawn, when morning shades paint the dunes with a golden hue of pink and red.
Have your breakfast and proceed to discover this region. Meet locals-visit a nomadic family and see the age-old lifestyle that the families have lived for generations, or visit Khamlia Village for a soulful Gnawa music performance.
Discover hidden nooks of the desert on your 4×4 tour, or simply enjoy relaxing and the peace. In the late afternoon, drive to your desert camp again for yet another magical night in the starry desert sky.
Day 4: Merzouga ⇢ Ziz Valley ⇢ Cedar Forest Azrou ⇢ Ifrae ⇢ Fes.
Leave the desert behind and travel towards Fes, one of Morocco’s oldest cities. Today features the Ziz Valley oasis, which is abounding in palm trees and traditional villages; a stop for lunch in Midelt; and the Azrou Cedar Forest, where you might just see some playful Barbary apes.
The landscape shifts as you get closer to Fes, and then the ancient walls of the city appear. Enjoy the evening at leisure within the charming riad, then begin the tour in Fes the following day.
Day 5: Fes Sightseeing With a Local Guide ⇢ Casablanca.
You will now, together with a local guide, get to the heart of Fes. Meander through the Al Quaraouiyine University which is considered to be one of the oldest in the world, the beautiful tanneries, and the decorative Bou Inania Madrasa.
After lunch, get ready to visit the most cosmopolitan city of Morocco, Casablanca. Make sure to walk along the Corniche once the sun begins to set. It never fails to showcase the modern yet ancient architectural beauty of Casablanca.
Day 6: Casablanca ⇢ Marrakech.
Before everything, marvel at the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, which happens to be among the top most impressive sights of the Islamic world.
Quite convenient, it is located right next the Atlantic Ocean. After being treated by the view of the mosque, enjoy lunch in peace while gazing into the endless sea. Afterward, refine your gaze back to Marrakech where it all started for you.
To sip out the essence of the trip, make sure to recall the spirit, sounds, and sights that Morocco has to offer through its mountains, deserts, and cities.
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Price Include And Exclude
Include
- Convenient Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off.
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable journey.
- Car fuel.
- Experienced, professional driver and tour guide to enhance your experience.
- Camel ride per person.
- Sanboarding.
- Accommodation: Desert camp & hotels/riads
- Transfer either by car or camels from the camp.
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner x5
Not Included
- Lunches.
- Drinks.
- Entrance fee to monuments.
- Tipping (Optional)
Booking
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