8 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech

Day 1: Marrakech Airport Pick Up

Today the first day of your 8 days tour, we are meeting you at the airport for pick up. Our Guide/Driver will meet you at the entrance of the airport Menara holding a paper with your name in it. After meeting him/her, you are driving to your Riad for the night.

Day 2: Marrakech Guided City Tour

Today you are exploring Marrakech Medina with local guide. You are starting your exploration at 9 am. Visiting different historical sites of the Medina. After you are done the local guide will show you a restaurant where you can enjoy your lunch. After lunch, you will have free time for the rest of the day to walk around the souks and discover more by your own. Now back by your own to your Riad and be ready for tomorrow trip.

Day 3: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate

Today, our first day of the trip start will warm welcoming. Your Guide/Driver will pick you up from your Riad at 08:00 am then start driving toward the High Atlas Mountains, passing the Tizi Ntichka pass 2260 metres above the sea. You will have chance to stop for pictures of the windy road of the pass.

Driving with joy and e explanation of Berber culture and traditions with your Guide/Driver will be an amazing experience you will ever try in your life. Arriving Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, Now you are going to walk to the historical site to explore the past of the berber ancestors and back to Lunch time. After an hour of break for lunch, you drive to the hollywood of Africa Ouarzazate city where you will visit the very known Atlas Studio where many different movies was shot.

In case you are interested you are able to buy the ticket and go with a group leading you the guide of the site. After you are done, you are driving to your hotel for the night.

Day 4: Ouarzazate – Draa Valley – Rissani – Merzouga

Today, you are driving to the very wanted destination, Golden dunes of Merzouga. Before the dunes you are passing through the Anti Atlas Mountains. Arriving the largest valley in Morocco Draa Valley for pictures with explanations about how berber life is in the Draa Valley. Now we continue our way driving among the berber villages and acacia trees to Rissani city. Arriving Rissani for short tour then drive directly to the golden dunes of Merzouga. Now we are facing the dunes, we drive by jeep to the camp for the night.

Day 5: Desert Tour Day

Today, You are waking up to watch the beauty of the morning enjoying the sunrise. After breakfast approximately at 10:00 AM, you are now starting your beautiful day with new trip discovering the desert. Today we are driving to visit Family nomads then head to the mountains to explore mascara remain mines.

After Two hours or an hour and half of discovering the area, we drive to Khamlia village to enjoy and immerse in the bambara music. After the Bambara music, we are driving to lunch time. After an hour of enjoying lunch meal, we are driving again to visit the lake and from the lake we drive to the oasis. After we are done from the desert tour, we drive to meeting point to ride the camels among the dunes toward the camp.

After arriving the camp you will have the opportunity to stop in the top of the dunes to watch the sunset. After the sunset you ride your camels to the camp for the night.

Day 6: Merzouga – Erfoud – Tinjdad – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

Today, we drive to our new destination among the grove palm trees crossing Erfoud city where we could have a stop to discover the fossils. After Erfoud we drive through the Irrigation system to explore this old UNESCO heritage site. Driving again to the next destination Tinjdad for lunch.

After lunch time, we are heading to Todra Gorges, arriving Todra gorges then walk for a while and explore the beauty of the limestone mountains of the site. Now we are driving againg to Dades Valley for the night.

Day 7: Dades Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

Today we are driving back to Marrakech, we are driving almost the same road crossing the high atlas mountains to Marrakech.Of course there will be stops to take pictures and stretch legs. Arriving Marrakech and dropping you off at your Rida and wait for tomorrow to depart.

Day 8: Marrakech Airport Drop Off

Today is the last day of our trip. We drive from the Riad to drop you off at the airport and say goodbye. Thank you.

• Transportation: Private, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver/guide.
• Accommodation: 7 nights’ accommodation (3 night in Marrakech, 2 nights in a desert camp, 1 night in Ouarzazate, 1 night in a hotel/riad in the Dades Valley.
• Desert Experience: Camel trek to a desert camp (one camel per person) and overnight stay with dinner and breakfast included.
• Meals: 7 breakfast. 2 dinner (at the desert camp), 1 dinner in Ouarzazate, 1 dinner and breakfast in Dades Valley.
• Sightseeing: Scenic stops and photo opportunities along the route.
• Logistics: Pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakech and drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech.

• Lunches & Dinners: Meals not explicitly mentioned (lunches), Dinners in big cities.
• Drinks: All beverages throughout the tour.
• Entrance Fees: Tickets to any sites or attractions.
• Tips: For your driver/guide, camel handlers, and camp staff.
• Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, optional activities, or any services not mentioned.

What can you tell me about the accommodations?

You’ll stay in hand-picked, authentic Moroccan properties—from cozy riads and comfortable hotels to a luxury desert camp in Merzouga featuring private tents and en-suite modern bathrooms. Each choice balances genuine local hospitality with top-tier comfort.

Are the tours private or shared?

We provide both formats to match your travel preferences. Private tours offer an exclusive, customized schedule completely tailored to your group, whereas shared tours provide a budget-friendly atmosphere ideal for connecting with fellow adventurers. Just share your preference when you book!

How much time will I spend on the camel?

The camel ride usually lasts from 60 to 90 minutes. It is the ideal length to take in the stunning desert views and arrive at the camp right as the sun begins to set over the dunes.

 Can the itinerary be tailored to my needs?

Absolutely, we love helping you design your dream vacation. Whether you want to extend your stay in a particular destination, include special activities, or adjust the route entirely, just let us know your ideas before securing your reservation.

What is the transportation like throughout the trip? 

You will ride in a well-kept, air-conditioned vehicle guided by an expert professional driver, with plenty of planned pauses to stretch or take photos. For the final leg into the desert, you’ll switch over to robust 4x4s and traditional camels.