Best Luxury 4 Days from Marrakech to Merzouga desert
A 4-day, 3-night trip from Marrakech to Merzouga dunes offers the best way to explore Morocco from the vibrant city of Marrakech crossing the Atlas Mountains, visit the ancient Ksar of Ait Benhaddou,Ouarzazate the Gate of Sahara, the road of 1000 kasbahs , Rose Valley , the impressive Dades & Todra Gorges, and camel trekking to a desert camp.
This 4 days trip from Marrakech to Merzouga desert joins authenticity with exploration offering the opportunity to explore the south of Morocco & learn about the history of the region. You’ll follow the old route of caravans that used to traverse the Moroccan land to Sub-Saharan lands. Varied landscapes, mountains, valleys, volcanic massifs, palm oases, sand dunes, intact culture, and much more are some highlights that can easily turn your journey into a lifetime experience.
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Itinerary of 4 days 3 nights from marrakech to merzouga dunes
Day 1 – Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Agdz – Nkob
Your 4 days journey from Marrakech to Merzouga starts in the morning from your hotel-Riad, your private driver/guide will take you for a lifetime experience starting with a nice drive through the High Atlas Mountains. This mountainous chain stands like a wall dividing Morocco’s south from its north with its unique and varied landscapes, fauna, and flora. You may include a short break in the heart of the mountains to learn about how the extraction of Argan oil from the seeds is taking place by local women.
You’ll divert from the main road taking a second one down to the isolated village of Telouet. It’s here one of the most beautiful masterpieces of Moroccan architecture still in existence, challenging the wrath of time. Even though most of this castle is crumbling you’ll have an overview of how greatness can be achieved even in the middle of nowhere – Lords of the Atlas as described is the perfect example.
You’ll continue on the track further south along the lush valley leading to the majestic village of Ait Benhaddou. The latter consists of numerous Kasbahs (fortresses) built in adobe and stone on the edge of a hill to stand as a watchful eye & shelter against possible attacks.
After lunch, you’ll continue on the track further south crossing the volcanic mountains of the Anti-Atlas with its majestic geological formations. This will lead us to the Draa Valley which is dotted by palm trees to Nkob Village which marks the end of today’s journey.
- Overnight accommodation in Kasbah Baha Baha or similar – Dinner and breakfast are included.
Day 2 – Nkob – Alnif – Rissani – Merzouga
After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad, you’ll continue on the track further south along with the volcanic massif of the Ant-Atlas. This area is rich in fossils that go back millions of years. Arrive in Rissani & take a circuit around the Old Ksers (fortified villages) of Tafilalet palm oasis, then a shortstop by the Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum (the founder of the Alaouite Dynasty & great-great-grandfather of the current ruling king of Morocco).
After taking pictures, you’ll continue to the desert of Erg Chebbi where you’ll have a camel ride journey to attend the majestic view of sunrise. Enjoy a nice dinner followed by a music show performed by local guys using drums & castanets before culminating the day with a sleep in the private tent or under the stars.
- Overnight accommodation in a deluxe desert camp – dinner and breakfast are included.
Day 3 – Merzouga – Tinejdad – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
Early wake up in the morning, attend the panoramic view of the sunrise atop the sand dunes. Enjoy a nice breakfast served under the sunlight followed by a refreshing shower. After checking out, you’ll head back west through Erfoud, famous for its Souk selling dates and fresh produce. Fossils dating back hundreds of millions of years can be seen in a local museum in this town.
Continue on the track to the Dades Valley through Tinejdad and Todra Gorge, which is a cliff 300 m high of orange limestone suitable for mountain climbing or strolling. After lunch, we continue to the Dades Valley which marks the end of today’s journey.
- Overnight accommodation in Hotel Babylon, Ksar Sultan, Xaluca Dades, or similar – Dinner and breakfast are included.
Day 4 – Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – High Atlas – Marrakech
After breakfast, you’ll continue further west back to Marrakech through Skoura, which is known for the well-preserved Amredil Kasbah. Then, Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa) with the possibility to include a visit to the local Atlas Film Studios that brought fame to the city thanks to the celebrities that were shot here such as Gladiator, Lawrence of Persia, Kingdom of Heaven, Prince of Persia, and many others.
Drive through the High Atlas Mountains and arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon. We’ll make sure to drop you off at your hotel/Riad in Marrakech.
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Price Includes
- A/C & well-maintained 4WD or minivan for 4 days driven by an expert English-speaking driver/guide.
- Fuel and tolls.
- Pick up from your Marrakech hotel/Riad/Villa
- 2 nights accommodation in hotels/Riads as illustrated in the above itinerary (private A/C ensuite room with dinners and breakfasts).
- Camel ride journey for the sunset.
- Overnight in the Sahara Desert camp in Erg Chebbi (private ensuite tent) with dinner & breakfast are included.
- Local taxes
- Drop off at your Marrakech accommodation or in the closest accessible location if we can’t do it by car as we’ll make sure you get there safely by prior arrangement.
Price Excludes
- Beverages including water.
- Entrance fees to sites and places of attractions
- Lunches on the way
- Tips when appropriate.
Terms & Conditions
The price for this 4 days luxury tour Marrakech to Merzouga desert based on the number of passengers, the quality of accommodation. Subject to availability. 3 nights accommodation in Nkob, Dades Valley & in the desert camp in Erg Chebbi with dinners and breakfasts.
Lifetime experience & the desert experience is just astonishing.