Duration5 Days 4 Nights
Pickup:Marrakech
EndMarrakech
Departure Time8:00 AM
Accomodation2 - 3 - 4 ⭐ Hotel / Camp
Transportation4×4 or deluxe van

Overview Of 5 Days Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga

Your Marrakech to Zagora and Merzouga trip typically takes you through some of Morocco’s most stunning desert landscapes and allows you to experience the unique culture of the Sahara Desert. Experience the camel ride and spend the night in the Camp.

Trip highlights:

Scenic Drive through High Atlas Mountains: Enjoy breathtaking views and photo opportunities as you traverse the majestic High Atlas Mountains.
Historic Kasbahs: Explore the ancient Kasbahs of Telouat and Ait Ben Haddou, both steeped in history and designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Cultural Exploration in Ouarzazate: Discover Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Sahara,” home to film studios and the historic Taourirt Kasbah.
Desert Experience in Merzouga: Experience the magic of the desert with a camel ride through the dunes of Merzouga.
Todra Gorges: Marvel at the stunning Todgha Gorges, the highest and narrowest gorges in Morocco
Cultural Encounters: Immerse yourself in local culture with visits to traditional markets, opportunities to try regional specialties like Medfouna.
Diverse Landscapes: Experience the diverse landscapes and natural beauty of Morocco.
Historical Sites: Visit historical Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, learning about the rich heritage and architecture of the region.
Comfortable Accommodation and Authentic Cuisine: Enjoy comfortable accommodations each night, along with delicious Moroccan cuisine.
Expert Guided Tour: Knowledgeable local guides who will provide insights into the history.

Itinerary: 5 Days Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga

Day 1 : Marrakech – Kasbah Telouat – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou

Your Marrakech to Zagora and Merzouga journey will begin in Marrakech at 8:00 a.m. Crossing the High Atlas Mountains with stops at the panoramic views where you can take photos. Getting to Telouat Kasbah for a short visit and possibility to have lunch at a restaurant near the ancient fortress. After lunch, heading to Ait Ben Haddou, where you will spend the night in a hotel with dinner, bed, and breakfast.

Day 2 : Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Zagora

After the breakfast at the hotel, you will start your day by visiting the oldest Kasbah in south Morocco, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987. Then, head to Ouarzazate where the film studios and another type of Kasbah, the Taourirt Kasbah, are located. This is the oldest part of the city. Before crossing the Anti-Atlas Mountains to the Draa Valley, full of palm trees, with stops along the way for photos and for lunch. Arrival in Zagora in the late afternoon. Night at the hotel with dinner and breakfast.

Day 3 : Zagora – Tazarine- Rissani – Merzouga

Your journey will start after the breakfast at your hotel towards Merzouga via the desert road through Tazarine, Alnif, and Rissani. In Rissani, you will visit the famous traditional market where you can try the local specialty (Medfouna). Arrival in Merzouga in the late afternoon for a camel ride crossing the famous Erg Chebbi sand dunes. Stops for photos along the way and arrive at the campsite at sunset. Night at the camp with traditional music, dinner, and breakfast.

Day 4: Merzouga – Todgha gorges – Dades

You will wake up early in the morning to observe and take photos of the sunrise, have breakfast and then return on camelback to the village of Merzouga. Along the way, you won’t miss appreciating the unique beauty of the spectacular sand dunes of Erg Chebbi, which change with the sunlight. Meet your driver and head to the Todra Gorges – the tallest and narrowest gorges in Morocco. You will have lunch wherever you wish, then head to the Dadès Valley, where you will see the majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations known as “monkey toes.” Night in a hotel. (Dinner and breakfast)

Day 5: Dades – Kalaat Megouna – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

After the breakfast at the hotel, you start the last day of our journey driving through the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, the Roses Valley, visiting the Amridil Kasbah in the Palmeraie of Skoura. Then to Ouarzazate for a short stop before continuing the journey for 4 hours passing through the Tizi Ntichka pass with stops along the way. Arrive in Marrakech late afternoon. The end of your Marrakech to Zagora and Merzouga tour.

Include

Dinner
Confortable vehicle AC
Camel ride
Hotel bed and breakfast
English speaking driver
Night in the tent

Price Excludes

Lunches
Tips
Drinks
Entrances tickets

Note:

This tour is just one version of what your Morocco trip might include. Your journey can be longer or shorter, filled with desert nights, city explorations, or mountain hikes, it all depends on what you want to experience. We design our tours privately, which means everything is flexible.

If you’d like more days, custom stops, or activities such as a guided food tour, camel trekking, or relaxation by the Atlantic coast, we’ll build it in. With our team, your Morocco holiday is never standard, it’s designed entirely for you.

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