8 Days Tour from Marrakech to the Desert

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech

Arrival at Marrakech airport, where our driver will welcome you. Transfer to your hotel in the city center, with free time to rest. First contact with the unique atmosphere of Jemaa el-Fna Square. Dinner and overnight in Marrakech.

Day 2: Imperial Marrakech

Complete tour of Marrakech’s historical monuments: the Menara Gardens, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and Koutoubia Mosque. Exploration of the traditional souks and lunch at a typical restaurant in the Medina. Afternoon dedicated to discovering hidden gardens and traditional architecture. Dinner at a traditional riad with a folkloric show. Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 3: Marrakech – High Atlas – Aït Benhaddou – Dades Valley

Departure from Marrakech after breakfast, crossing the spectacular High Atlas mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Stops at the most impressive panoramic viewpoints to admire the scenery and take photos. Visit to the Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and filming location for famous international movies. Lunch at a local restaurant with views of this impressive fortified city. Continue through the Route of a Thousand Kasbahs to the Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight at a hotel overlooking the gorge.

Day 4: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga – Erg Chebbi

Breakfast at the hotel with stunning views over the valley. Departure for the Todra Gorges, an impressive canyon with vertical walls reaching 300 meters in height. Time to walk along the river and explore this natural wonder. Lunch at a traditional restaurant before continuing to Merzouga. Arrival at the desert in the late afternoon. Camel ride through the Erg Chebbi dunes to witness an unforgettable Sahara sunset. Dinner and overnight at a Berber camp under a starry sky.

Day 5: Merzouga – Erg Chebbi – Camel Trek – Desert Camp

This is the most iconic day of the 4-day Fez to Marrakech tour with desert experience. After exploring the Merzouga area, the afternoon is dedicated to the eagerly anticipated camel trek through the Erg Chebbi dunes for a breathtaking sunset. The night is spent at a Berber camp under a starry sky, an experience that defines the Route of the Kasbahs.

Day 6: Merzouga – Rissani – Alnif – Draa Valley

Sunrise over the dunes. Breakfast at the camp before exploring the Merzouga region by 4×4. Visit to the Rissani market (if it’s a market day) and continuation through volcanic landscapes to Alnif. Lunch at an oasis and continuation through the Draa Valley. Dinner and overnight in Zagora.

Day 7: Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – High Atlas – Marrakech

Breakfast and final opportunity to admire the landscapes of the Draa Valley. Return to Ouarzazate through varied scenery. Lunch in Ouarzazate before beginning the crossing of the High Atlas. Photo stops at the most impressive viewpoints. Arrival in Marrakech in the late afternoon. Farewell dinner and overnight in Marrakech.

Day 8: Departure from Marrakech

Free morning for last-minute shopping or visits according to flight schedule. Transfer to Marrakech airport according to flight schedule. End of our services.

an 8-day tour of Marrakech cost?”

The price of an 8-day tour of Marrakech varies depending on the number of people, the level of comfort desired, and the time of year. Our tours are fully customizable and can include accommodation in superior hotels or luxury experiences such as a private dinner in the dunes.

We offer a private 8-day tour of Marrakech that guarantees total flexibility, personalized attention, and the ability to tailor the itinerary to your specific interests. It is the ideal choice for those looking for a unique and exclusive experience.

Contact us for an accurate, no-obligation quote and find out about our available 8-day tours of Marrakech and the desert.

There is no doubt that an 8-day tour from Marrakech to the desert is one of the best ways to see the best of Morocco. From the dunes of the Sahara to the Atlas Mountains, every moment is a new discovery.