Marrakech → High Atlas → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Skoura Oasis → Rose Valley → Dades Views → Tinghir

Marrakesh - Begin your journey with a warm welcome and pickup from your riad or hotel in Marrakech. As the cityscape recedes, your guide shares fascinating tales of mountain tribes, desert life, and Morocco’s vibrant culture. The scenery gradually shifts from urban to rural.

High Atlas Mountains - Experience the breathtaking mountain vistas, Berber villages nestled in cliffs, and meandering valleys. Several photography stops allow you to appreciate the beauty and learn about traditional Berber lifestyles.

Tizi n Tichka - Pause at Morocco’s highest paved mountain pass. Your guide narrates the history of nomads, traders, and caravans who traversed this ancient route through the Atlas. The views are stunning and ideal for photos.

Ait Ben Haddou - Explore the legendary Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most renowned UNESCO World Heritage site. Stroll through its narrow alleys, clay towers, and hidden viewpoints while discovering filming locations and centuries of Berber history. Lunch is enjoyed nearby.

Ouarzazate - A brief photography stop near the movie studios. Your guide explains how this area gained fame through films like Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and numerous desert epics.

Skoura - Discover the breathtaking Skoura Oasis from a panoramic viewpoint. This area is celebrated for its palm groves, ancient kasbahs, and desert farming traditions. It’s a serene and lush surprise for travelers entering the South.

El Kelaa M’gouna - Pass through the village renowned for rosewater production. Travelers learn about the local practice of harvesting roses each spring and transforming them into perfumes and natural cosmetics. A quick photo stop is included.

Boumalne Dades - A brief scenic stop overlooking the Dades Valley, famous for its dramatic rock formations and kasbahs. Your guide provides insights into local farming, nomad camps, and the region’s unique geology.

Tinghir - Arrive in Tinghir, a stunning oasis surrounded by mountains and palm groves. Travelers check in at their hotel, enjoy a relaxing evening, and savor a traditional dinner before the next day’s journey to Merzouga.

Tinghir → Todra Gorge → Tinejdad → Erfoud → Merzouga Desert

Todgha Gorge - Continue your journey to the majestic Todra Gorge, one of Morocco’s most iconic natural wonders. Walk between 300-meter limestone cliffs glowing gold in the morning light while your guide shares stories of nomads who traversed these canyons for centuries.

It’s the perfect spot for unforgettable photos, a short hike, and a refreshing breath of mountain air.

Erfoud - Arrive in Erfoud, known for its desert fossils and ancient marine stones. An optional visit to a fossil workshop reveals skilled craftsmen transforming million-year-old fossils into art. It’s a captivating reminder that this desert was once an ocean.

The Lake of Merzouga - Upon reaching Merzouga, your adventure takes on a magical quality. Your camel caravan awaits—tall silhouettes against the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Ride into the Sahara at sunset… the light softens, the dunes glow in warm orange, and the silence becomes the most beautiful sound you’ll ever hear.

This is a moment travelers cherish for a lifetime.

Merzouga → High Atlas Mountains → Marrakech

Marrakesh - Awaken to the gentle glow of sunrise over Merzouga’s golden dunes—a moment that feels almost surreal. After breakfast at the camp, the journey back to Marrakech begins, following one of Morocco’s most picturesque desert roads.

As the Sahara fades, the landscape transitions from rolling dunes to ancient palm groves, rocky plateaus, and centuries-old Berber villages. Along the way, stops are made for panoramic photos, stretching breaks, and lunch at a traditional local restaurant.

Crossing the High Atlas Mountains once more, enjoy entirely different perspectives from Day 1—shifting colors, dramatic valleys, and the enchantment of the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. This final drive is peaceful and scenic, offering time to reflect on the desert experiences.

By late afternoon or early evening, return to Marrakech and be dropped off at your hotel, riad, or the nearest accessible point.

A beautiful conclusion to an unforgettable Sahara journey.

• Cozy hotel accommodation at Tinghir or Kelaat Mgouna
• Entry/Admission - Tinghir
• Sunset and sunrise camel rides, sandboarding experience
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Air-conditioned minibus with experienced driver-guide
• Entry/Admission - Merzouga Desert
• Entry/Admission - Vallée Des Roses

• Lunches and drinks
• Local Guide in Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah

Seeking a brief yet memorable Sahara adventure? This 3-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga offers the ideal mix of excitement, comfort, and genuine desert life.

Traverse the High Atlas, discover ancient kasbahs, and take in stunning landscapes before reaching the golden sands of Merzouga. Experience a camel trek at sunset, stay in a luxurious desert camp, and gaze at a sky full of stars, making this trip truly remarkable.

This tour is perfect for those wanting a comprehensive desert experience in a short time: seamless logistics, cozy accommodations, and numerous unforgettable moments throughout the journey.

For a well-designed, picturesque, and immersive Sahara escape, this 3-day adventure from Marrakech is an excellent choice.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.