Marrakech to the Sahara: A Desert Adventure

Marrakech to the Sahara: A Desert Adventure

7 Days Private Tour Everyday Morocco
Destination Morocco Top Morocco Private Tours
Type Private Tour
Duration 7 Days 6 Nights
Runs Everyday

Experience Marrakech and Merzouga Desert Tour: explore vibrant souks, Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, and serene Sahara landscapes. Book your adventure!

Experience a mesmerizing blend of vibrant city life and serene desert landscapes with the Marrakech and Merzouga Desert Tour. Begin your journey in Marrakech, where the bustling souks and historic landmarks like the Koutoubia Mosque and the Bahia Palace await. Travel through the Atlas Mountains to reach the enchanting desert town of Merzouga, gateway to the Sahara. Marvel at the endless golden dunes, ride camels into the sunset, and spend a night under the starlit sky in a traditional desert camp. Wake up to the breathtaking sunrise over the desert before returning to Marrakech, filled with unforgettable memories of the contrasting beauty of Morocco's city and desert realms.

Day by day

The plan as the operator publishes it. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.

  1. Day 1 Arrival to Marrakech
    Arrival to Menara Airport in Marrakech, meet by our driver and then transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Marrakech.
  2. Day 2 Marrakech Tour
    Breakfast. Your introduction to Marrakech will begin in the Medina, the old quarter of the Marrakech. From here we will explore this historically charming area by foot. In jemaa el Fna, you will visit the famous 12th century Koutoubia Mosque and its influential minaret.
  3. Day 3 Marrakech - Ouarzazate
    After breakfast at your hotel, we leave the city's hustle behind and travel the rugged road to Ouarzazate through the spectacular scenery of the Atlas Mountains. We stop in the Kasbah town of Aït Ben Haddou, which, at a height of 1,160m, stands in stark contrast to this vast plateau.
  4. Day 4 Ouarzazate - Tinghir - Erfoud - Merzouga
    Breakfast at your hotel. Morning departure toward Erfoud, stop in Kelaa M’Gouna known for the production of cosmetic products using the extract of locally grown roses.
  5. Day 5 Merzouga - Erfoud - Skoura (Ouarzazate)
    Breakfast in the camp and see the sunrise. Then, transfer back to Skoura via the road of thousand Kasbah. Optional lunch at La Petite Gorge Restaurant in Tinghir.
  6. Day 6 Skoura (Ouarzazate) - Marrakech
    Breakfast. Then drive west through the High Atlas Mountains and the dramatic pass of Tizn Tichka en route to Marrakech. This hairpin road is one of only two passes through the largest mountain chain in Africa. Optional lunch en route, afternoon arrival in Marrakech. Free time for your arrangement.
  7. Day 7 Final Departure from Marrakech
    Breakfast. Then transfer to Menara Airport in Marrakech for your final departure flight. Meals: Breakfast

What this holiday includes

Everything the price covers, and what to budget for separately.

Included

10
  • Meet and assist upon arrival to Marrakech airport.
  • Accommodation 3 nights in Marrakech with breakfast.
  • Accommodation 2 nights in Skoura/Ouarzazate with dinner and breakfast.
  • Accommodation 1 night in Merzouga with dinner and breakfast.
  • Local English guides in Marrakech.
  • All transfers are in private A/C cars.
  • 4x4 Car in Erfoud-Merzouga.
  • Entrance fees
  • Daily Mineral bottled water in the car.
  • Service charges and local taxes.

Not included

3
  • International flights.
  • Morocco Entry visa.
  • Personal expenses, Tipping, optional tours.

Prices

Per person, by hotel standard and travel season. The operator publishes these rates; we confirm the exact cost for your dates before anything is booked.

Hotels used Chez Talout Skoura 5 Dar Chamaa Ouarzazate 4 Kech Boutique Hotel 5 Sirocco Luxury Camp 5
Prices per person in USD
Occupancy Price per person in Triple Room Price per person in Double Room One person travelling alone Single Occupancy Supplement
Price Per Person USD 1,495 USD 1,695 USD 3,025 USD 525
Hotels used Adam Park Marrakech Hotel & Spa 4 Erg Chebbi Luxury Desert Camp 5 Les Jardins de Skoura 5 Temple des Arts Ouarzazate 5
Prices per person in USD
Occupancy Price per person in Triple Room Price per person in Double Room One person travelling alone Single Occupancy Supplement
Price Per Person USD 1,675 USD 2,175 USD 4,075 USD 1,090

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Marrakech and Merzouga Desert Tour
Marrakech and Merzouga Desert Tour
Marrakech and Merzouga Desert Tour
Marrakech and Merzouga Desert Tour
Marrakech and Merzouga Desert Tour
Marrakech and Merzouga Desert Tour
Marrakech and Merzouga Desert Tour
Marrakech and Merzouga Desert Tour