4 DAYS DESERT TOUR FROM MARRAKECH

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$500.00

Duration

4 days

Tour Type

From Marrakech

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This captivating 4 Days Tour from Marrakech to Desert begins with a scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains to iconic sites like the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and Ouarzazate’s film studios. Explore the Dades Valley and Todra Gorges before immersing yourself in the beauty of Merzouga’s Erg Chebbi Dunes. Enjoy cultural encounters, camel trekking, and an overnight desert camp. Witness a stunning sunrise before returning via Rissani’s market to Ouarzazate for an overnight stay. Explore Ouarzazate’s cinematic heritage and Ait Ben Haddou’s Kasbah before concluding your adventure and discovering Marrakech with a local guide.

Highlights: 4 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech

Drive through the High Atlas Mountains, with scenic stops
Visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, seen in movies like Gladiator
Explore Ouarzazate and its film studios
Drive through Dades Valley with a stop for a panoramic view
Explore Todra Gorges, a majestic canyon
Visit nomads and experience their lifestyle
Enjoy a camel ride into the desert for sunset
Overnight at a desert camp with dinner and music
Catch a stunning sunrise and explore Rissani’s market
Discover Ouarzazate’s cinematic heritage

Included/Exclude

Private A/C Vans or 4×4 vehicles for comfortable transportation.
Fuel for the entire journey.
English-speaking driver to guide you throughout the tour.
Pick-up & drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech.
Accommodation in typical hotels, Kasbahs, and Riads.
Camel ride for each guest.
Overnight in a traditional nomad tent at the desert camp.
All breakfasts during the tour.

Lunches
Drinks
Entrance fees to sites and attractions.
Tipping for the driver and guides (optional but appreciated).

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n'Tichka Pass – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

Early morning departure from Marrakech, driving through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2260 m) with several scenic stops along the way.
Guided visit of the Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous film location (e.g., Gladiator).
Stop in Ouarzazate with a panoramic view of the Kasbah of Taourirt.
Continue through the Valley of Roses toward the Dades Gorges.
Dinner and overnight in a hotel or guesthouse in Boumalne Dades.

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga – Desert Camp

After breakfast, depart for the stunning Todra Gorges, with vertical cliffs reaching 600 meters high — a favorite for climbers.
Free time to explore the canyon and take photos.
Continue toward Erfoud and then to Merzouga, the gateway to the Erg Chebbi Dunes.
Meet your camel guide and set off on a camel trek into the dunes.
Watch the sunset in the Sahara, then arrive at the desert camp.
Enjoy a traditional dinner under the stars, Berber music, and a night in a nomadic tent.

Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Alnif – N’Kob – Ouarzazate

Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp, then camel trek back or 4x4 transfer to the meeting point.
Drive through Rissani, known for its authentic souks and traditional market.
Continue via Alnif, N’Kob, and the Draa Valley, a route filled with palm groves and kasbahs.
Arrival in Ouarzazate for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

After breakfast, explore Ouarzazate’s film studios or visit Kasbah Taourirt (depending on time).
Stop again at Ait Ben Haddou for more exploration or photos.
Drive back to Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains, arriving around 7–8 PM.
Drop-off at your hotel or the agreed location.

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General price: Adult (18+ years) $500.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) $500.00 / ticket | Children (0-12 years) $500.00 / ticket

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General price: Adult (18+ years) $500.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) $500.00 / ticket | Children (0-12 years) $500.00 / ticket

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General price: Adult (18+ years) $500.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) $500.00 / ticket | Children (0-12 years) $500.00 / ticket