4-Day Ouarzazate to Marrakech Desert Tour

Experience Morocco on a 4-Day Ouarzazate to Marrakech Desert Tour

Experience the breathtaking landscapes of southern Morocco on our 4-day Ouarzazate to Marrakech desert tour, a journey through majestic valleys, towering gorges, and the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Spend two nights in the scenic Dades Valley and two nights under the stars in a luxury desert camp, with camel trekking, traditional Berber hospitality, and unforgettable Sahara adventures.

4-Day Ouarzazate to Marrakech Desert Tour Highlights:

• Explore the scenic Dades Valley and Todra Gorge
• Discover the fragrant Roses Valley and Berber villages of Bouteghrar
• Ride a camel across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes
• Overnight in luxury desert camps with traditional Berber music
• Visit Rissani, Alnif, Nkob, and Agdez on the return journey
• Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass to Marrakech

4-Day Ouarzazate to Marrakech Desert Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Ouarzazate → Skoura → Dades Valley

Depart Ouarzazate in the morning and drive through the lush Skoura Oasis and the famous Valley of Roses. Stop in small Berber villages like Bouteghrar to admire traditional mud-brick kasbahs and meet local families. Continue into the Dades Valley, exploring the dramatic Monkey Fingers Gorge and winding roads. Check into your hotel or riad for a relaxing evening and traditional dinner.

Distance: 140 km (87 miles)
Driving Time: ~3–4 hours (excluding stops)
Overnight: Dar Blues OR Riad Paradise Dades OR Xaluca Dades OR Eden Boutique Hotel

Day 2: Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Merzouga (Erg Chebbi Dunes)

After breakfast, drive through the Dades Valley, following the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.” Stop at Todra Gorge, a spectacular canyon with 300-meter cliffs, ideal for a short hike and photos. Continue to Merzouga, arriving in time for a sunset camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes. Arrive at your luxury desert camp, enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, and experience Berber music under the desert sky.

Distance: 230 km (143 miles)
Driving Time: ~5–6 hours (including stops)
Overnight: Luxury Desert Camp, Merzouga (HB)

Day 3: Merzouga – Desert Exploration & Optional Activities

Wake early for a magical desert sunrise over the dunes. Optional sunrise camel trek is available. Spend the day exploring the Sahara region:

• Visit Rissani, famous for its souks and date markets
• Explore Alnif and Nkob, traditional Berber villages with kasbahs
• Drive through the Ziz Valley with its lush palm groves and scenic views
  Return to your luxury desert camp in Merzouga for dinner and another night under the stars.

Distance: 150 km (93 miles)
Driving Time: ~4 hours (with stops)
Overnight: Luxury Desert Camp, Merzouga (HB)

Day 4: Merzouga → Agdez → Ouarzazate → Marrakech

Depart Merzouga after breakfast and start the journey back to Marrakech. Travel through Agdez and the scenic Draa Valley, lined with endless palm groves and traditional kasbahs. Stop in Ouarzazate for lunch and optional visits to Kasbah Taourirt or Atlas Film Studios. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying panoramic views, before arriving in Marrakech in the evening.

Distance: 470 km (292 miles)
Driving Time: ~7–8 hours (including stops)
Overnight: N/A – End of Tour in Marrakech

What’s Included

✔️ Private, comfortable transport (4×4, minivan, or minibus) with English-speaking driver
✔️ 2 nights in Dades Valley (private room)
✔️ 2 nights in luxury desert camp (private tent)
✔️ Camel trek across Erg Chebbi dunes (sunset & optional sunrise)
✔️ Breakfast & dinner daily
✔️ Live traditional Berber music at the desert camp
✔️ Guided visits to Todra Gorge, Dades Valley, and kasbahs

What’s Not Included

❌ Lunches & drinks
❌ Entrance fees to optional attractions
❌ Personal expenses

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