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Marrakech to Merzouga Epic: 3-Days Desert Tour Adventure
3-Days Tour from Marrakech to merzouga: Thrilling Desert Expedition
Embark on a 3-days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga packed with adventure: ride camels over Merzouga’s dunes, hike the towering Toudra Gorge, and explore ancient kasbahs. This immersive journey blends Sahara sunsets, Berber traditions, and Morocco’s most iconic landscapes.
- Camel ride for sunset and sunrise, overnight in Tents
- Visit the UNESCO worlde heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou
- Take a short walks in Dades and Todra Gorges
Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n'Tichka – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
In the morning, we continue your Marrakech to Merzouga tour, we leave your accomandation to reach the High Atlas Mountains Route, driving Through Tizi n’Tichka Pass – 2260m Above Sea Level, Scenic photo stops along the picturesque mountain route.
Our next destination is the UNESCO World Heritage site Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most famous filming location. This ancient fortified village has served as the backdrop for numerous Hollywood blockbusters including Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and Game of Thrones, This historic ksar (fortified village) dates back almost a thousand years and was once a major stop along the caravan route between Marrakech and the Sahara
After exploring the kasbah and enjoying lunch, we’ll journey along the famous Route of a Thousand Kasbahs to Dades Valley, stopping in the enchanting city of Kalaat M’Gouna. Known as Morocco’s Valley of Roses, this magical town is located about 90km from Ouarzazate where millions of Damascus roses paint the landscape pink each spring, Kalaat M’Gouna is most famous for its annual Rose Festival held every May. From this fragrant oasis, we’ll continue our scenic drive to Dades Valley for our overnight stay.
Day 2: DADES GORGE – TINEJDAD – ERFOUD – MERZOUGA
Morning departure to explore Todra Gorges a striking natural cliff-sided canyon in the eastern High Atlas Mountains near Tinghir city, featuring towering orange limestone cliffs that reach up to 400 meters (1,300 feet) high and palm oasis, we will Continue our Morocco desert tour to Erfoud, Morocco’s fossil capital, passing through traditional Berber villages of Tinejdad. Arrive at the spectacular Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga for our Sahara desert adventure. You will Experience authentic camel trekking across golden sand dunes to witness breathtaking desert sunset views. Spend the night in traditional Berber desert camp under starlit skies. Includes dinner and overnight accommodation in nomadic tents among Merzouga’s towering sand dunes.
Day 3: MERZOUGA – MARRAKECH
After breakfast, depart for Marrakech via the spectacular High Atlas Mountains route. Journey through the magnificent Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest river at 1,100 kilometers creating the world’s largest palm grove, a green corridor 200 kilometers long, This giant palm grove serves as a green lung in the desert, with cereals and vegetables growing under palm trees, dotted by charming Berber villages, before arriving at your Marrakech accommodation. This concludes our unforgettable 3-day Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour adventure.
Tour Inclusions, Exclusions, and Map Overview
Included
Not Included
- Pick up in & drop off in your accommodation
- Transportation in a comfortable vehicle
- Driver / English Speaking/ guide during the tour
- Accommodation in hotels / riads with breakfast
- Access to Historical Sites and Amusement Parks
- Dinner unless otherwise indicated
- Tips/Personal expenses
Important:
Bear in mind that this is just an itinerary suggestion. If it doesn’t match what you’re looking for, please don’t hesitate to contact Morocco Family Vacation team, We will organize a different itinerary based on your preferences and your stay duration