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4-day shared tour from Marrakech to the desert

  • Marrakech → Marrakech
  • 4 days · 3 nights
  • Night in the Merzouga desert
  • Shared group, max. 17

Summary

  1. Day 1Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou – Valley of Roses / Tinghir
  2. Day 2Valley of Roses / Tinghir – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga
  3. Day 3Desert nomads – M’fis mines – Gnawa village of Khamlia – Night in a hotel
  4. Day 4Merzouga – Return to Marrakech

Free sandboarding on the dunes. Included on all our desert routes.

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou – Valley of Roses / Tinghir

    In the morning we leave Marrakech for the Erg Chebbi desert. We cross the impressive High Atlas mountains, making several stops along the way to take photos, enjoy the scenery, stretch our legs and have a coffee.

    Our next stop is the Tizi n'Tichka pass, the highest mountain pass in Morocco, with spectacular panoramic views. We then visit a traditional argan oil cooperative, where we learn how this prized product is made and can taste high-quality, handmade argan oil.

    We continue our journey to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, the highlight of this first day. This impressive ksar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most fascinating architectural ensembles in Morocco. You will have time to walk its narrow lanes and discover this historic fortified village, the setting for many film and TV productions such as Gladiator, Game of Thrones and Lawrence of Arabia.

    After lunch at one of the local restaurants we continue to Kelaa M'Gouna, known as the capital of the Valley of Roses and famous for its cooperatives and artisan rose-water distilleries.

    At the end of the day we reach the Valley of Roses or Tinghir, where we spend the night in a hotel to rest before continuing the adventure the next day.

  2. Day 2

    Valley of Roses / Tinghir – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga

    After a delicious traditional breakfast we leave Tinghir for the Merzouga desert. Before continuing our route we visit the impressive Todra Gorge, a spectacular canyon surrounded by towering rock walls up to 300 metres high, considered one of the most impressive natural landscapes in southern Morocco.

    We then continue through Berber villages and pre-desert landscapes, passing through towns such as Tinjdad and Erfoud, known for its fossils and as the gateway to the Sahara. Along the way we stop for lunch at a local restaurant.

    In the afternoon we reach majestic Erg Chebbi, where the spectacular golden dunes of the desert await. There we swap the vehicle for traditional camels for an unforgettable ride while we watch the sun set over the dunes.

    At the camp we are welcomed with Berber hospitality. After a delicious traditional dinner we spend the night in an authentic tent in the heart of the desert. Under a sky full of stars we enjoy a magical evening around the campfire, with traditional Berber music played on drums by the local guides, before resting in the heart of the Sahara.

  3. Day 3

    Desert nomads – M’fis mines – Gnawa village of Khamlia – Night in a hotel

    After sunrise in the desert and breakfast facing the Erg Chebbi dunes, we begin a fascinating day discovering the most authentic life of the Sahara.
    Our first stop is to visit nomad families who live in traditional tents in the middle of the desert. We share tea with them and learn first-hand about their way of life, their customs and the hospitality that characterises the Berber people.
    We continue to the old M’fis mines, historical remains from the colonial era set in a completely lunar landscape. From there we enjoy impressive views of the sea of dunes around Merzouga.
    We reach the village of Khamlia, home to the Gnawa community, descendants of old sub-Saharan caravans. Here we enjoy a short concert of spiritual Gnawa music, with African rhythms that convey the energy and soul of the desert.
    We return to Merzouga, to the hotel by the dunes, where we have dinner and spend the night (dinner and breakfast included).

  4. Day 4

    Merzouga – Return to Marrakech

    After breakfast at the hotel in Merzouga we set off on the journey back to Marrakech.

    Along the way we once again enjoy the landscapes of southern Morocco, with stops to rest and take photos, until we reach Marrakech at the end of the day, where our desert adventure ends.

Optional activities in the desert

Prices per activity, separate from the tour price.

Pickup and times

Pickup point
We pick you up at the accessible point closest to your accommodation. The exact time and place are arranged with you according to your location and the tour departure. Departure from Marrakech.
Duration
4 days and 3 nights. The tour ends in Marrakech.
Departures
Every day, with a maximum of 17 travellers per departure.

Prices and terms

Prices per person
Accommodation in the desertAdultChild (under 6)
Standard tent200 €100 €
Private tent with private bathroom240 €120 €
  • When you book you pay 50 € per booking with PayPal. The rest is paid in cash on the departure day.
  • Cancellation: if you cancel up to the day before departure, we refund the full amount paid.
  • From age 6 the adult price applies.

Frequently asked questions

What does the 4-day shared tour from Marrakech to the desert and back to Marrakech include?

The tour includes transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, a Spanish-speaking driver (subject to availability), hotel accommodation, one night at a Berber camp in the desert, breakfasts, dinners, a camel ride and the visits listed in the itinerary.

What is not included?

Lunches, drinks, entrance fees to monuments, personal expenses, tips and any service not expressly listed under what's included are not included.

Is it a shared tour?

Yes. You travel in a shared group with other travellers of different nationalities, which makes for a more affordable and sociable experience.

Where will I be picked up?

Pickup is at your hotel or riad in Marrakech. If your accommodation is inside the medina and cannot be reached by vehicle, a nearby meeting point will be agreed.

What time does the tour start?

Departure is usually between 7:00 and 8:00 am. The exact time is confirmed the day before the tour starts.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends at your accommodation or the nearest accessible point in Fez, depending on where your hotel or riad is.

How long is the camel ride?

The ride takes about 1 hour to reach the desert camp, timed with the sunset.

What luggage should I bring?

You can bring a suitcase for the whole trip. For the night in the desert we recommend packing a small backpack with a change of clothes, toiletries and the essentials.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes. It is a suitable experience for families with children. The camel ride and the night in the desert are often among the little ones' favourite activities.

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