Morocco
7 Days Tour from Marrakech to Sahara Desert


7 Days Tour from Marrakech to Sahara Desert
7 Days Tour from Marrakech to Sahara Desert
This 7-day journey from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert is a perfect blend of Morocco’s natural wonders, ancient history, and cultural treasures. Starting from the red city of Marrakech, you will cross the majestic High Atlas Mountains, visit UNESCO-listed kasbahs, wander through lush valleys, and venture deep into the golden dunes of Merzouga. The adventure continues with guided explorations of Fes and Casablanca, giving you a complete Moroccan experience from the desert to the Atlantic coast.
Duration :
7 day
Pick-up location :
Flexible
Highlights :
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Cross the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tichka pass.
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Visit the UNESCO Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou and Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate.
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Explore the Dades Valley, the Rose Valley, and the Todra Gorges.
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Experience a camel trek and overnight in a desert camp in Merzouga.
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Visit nomadic families and enjoy Gnawa music in Khamlia village.
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Guided tour of Fes including the medina, tanneries, and Al Quaraouine University.
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Discover Roman ruins at Volubilis and the Imperial city of Meknes.
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Explore Rabat’s Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
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Guided visit to Casablanca’s iconic Hassan II Mosque.
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Return to Marrakech for a final cultural experience in the medina.
Description :
This 7-day journey from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert is a perfect blend of Morocco’s natural wonders, ancient history, and cultural treasures. Starting from the red city of Marrakech, you will cross the majestic High Atlas Mountains, visit UNESCO-listed kasbahs, wander through lush valleys, and venture deep into the golden dunes of Merzouga. The adventure continues with guided explorations of Fes and Casablanca, giving you a complete Moroccan experience from the desert to the Atlantic coast.
Day 1: Marrakech to Dades Gorges
Pick up in Marrakech and departure toward Dades Gorges through the High Atlas and Tizi n’Tichka pass (2260 m). Visit the UNESCO Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, then continue to Ouarzazate for a visit of Taourirt Kasbah and lunch. Later, drive through the Rose Valley and Skoura palmary before reaching Dades Gorges. Dinner and overnight in local riad/hotel.
Day 2: Dades Gorges to Merzouga Desert
Drive through Tinghir and visit the spectacular Todra Gorges. Continue to Erfoud, famous for fossils, and visit a fossil workshop. Proceed to Rissani and arrive in Merzouga. Dinner and overnight in a desert hotel.
Day 3: Merzouga Desert Exploration
Spend the day exploring Merzouga and its surroundings by 4×4. Visit Khamlia village for Gnawa music, meet nomadic families, and enjoy a Berber lunch. In the afternoon, ride camels into the Erg Chebbi dunes to witness the sunset. Dinner and overnight in a desert camp under the stars.
Day 4: Merzouga Desert to Fes
After sunrise and camel ride back, breakfast and shower at the hotel. Travel through Rissani, Erfoud, and Midelt, crossing cedar forests of the Middle Atlas. Stop in Ifrane and Azrou before arriving in Fes. Dinner and overnight in a local hotel.
Day 5: Guided Tour of Fes
Full-day guided tour of Fes including the medina, Mellah (Jewish quarter), Royal Palace, Al Quaraouine University, tanneries, and handicraft workshops. Enjoy panoramic views of the city before dinner and overnight in a traditional riad.
Day 6: Fes – Volubilis – Meknes – Rabat – Casablanca
Depart for Volubilis to explore the Roman ruins. Continue to Meknes to visit Bab El-Mansour, Moulay Ismail Mausoleum, and the old medina. Head to Rabat to see the Hassan Tower and Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Arrive in Casablanca for overnight stay in hotel/riad.
Day 7: Casablanca to Marrakech
Morning visit of the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. Drive to Marrakech where the tour concludes with a guided visit of the medina, markets, and cultural highlights before transfer to your hotel.
Included :
- Private Morocco tour in comfortable A/C vehicle
- Private driver / guide during Morocco camel tour
- Pick up / drop off from marrakech
- Accommodation in hotels during Morocco camel tour
- Sleeping in desert tents in desert camp
- Morocco camel tour and Camel ride in desert
- Dinners and breakfasts
Excluded :
- Plane ticket to and from Morocco
- Lunches and drinks during Morocco camel tour
- Entrance fee to museums and attractions
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