Marrakech - Atlas Mountains - Ouarzazate - Dades
After breakfast in Marrakech, we'll drive through the Atlas Mountains and stop at the famous village of Ait Ben Haddou. Then we’ll visit Ouarzazate, known for movie studios, and continue to Dades Gorges, passing the Valley of Roses. You’ll stay overnight in Dades with dinner and breakfast included.
Dades - Todra Gorges - Merzouga Desert
We’ll travel to Merzouga, stopping along the way for a photo near Tinghir and a walk through the stunning Todra Gorge. Then we’ll visit Erfoud to see its famous fossil workshops. After that, we’ll head to the desert.
Once in Merzouga, we’ll ride camels to a luxury desert camp with comfy beds, private showers, and toilets. At night, enjoy a Moroccan dinner, music, and stargazing around the campfire.
4x4 Excursion in Moroccan Sahara
In the morning, after having breakfast at the camp, we’ll join our 4x4 driver for a journey through the Moroccan Sahara. Along the way, we’ll visit Berber nomads to learn about their distinctive lifestyle and how they survive in the desert’s tough environment. We’ll also explore the historic M’fis mines from the French colonial era and take in sweeping views of the dunes from a nearby hill. Then, we’ll continue to Khamlia to enjoy a traditional Gnaoua music performance and savor a local lunch. Later in the day, you’ll check into your hotel to relax, with optional adventures like sandboarding, quad biking, or buggy rides.
You’ll spend the night at a hotel in Merzouga.
Day 04
Merzouga - Ouarzazate
Merzouga - Rissani - Ouarzazate
On the fourth day of our “Sahara Tour,” we’ll depart the desert and make our way to Ouarzazate, often called the African Hollywood, known for its iconic film studio, Atlas Studios, where blockbuster movies like Gladiator and Babel were filmed—along with scenes from Game of Thrones. Along the route, we’ll pass through Rissani, Alnif, Nkob, and Zagora—another desert gateway—where we’ll explore traditional Kasbahs and a lush palm grove. After enjoying lunch in Zagora, we’ll continue on to Ouarzazate, where you'll have free time to discover the area at your own pace.
Overnight stay in Ouarzazate.
Ourazazate to Marrakech via Atlas Mountains
On the fifth day, we’ll head back to Marrakech via the scenic Tizi-N-Tichka Pass. Along the way, we’ll make a stop in the village of Taddart, which lies halfway between Ouarzazate and Marrakech.
This marks the end of our tour.
