4-day Morocco desert tour
Private 4-day Morocco desert tour: Dades and Todra gorges, Merzouga and Aït Ben Haddou, with a camel trek and a night in desert tents.
About this tour
Live a unique adventure in Morocco combining mountain landscapes, golden deserts and historic kasbahs. This tour takes you through the Dades and Todra gorges, Merzouga and Aït Ben Haddou, with authentic experiences and comfortable accommodation.
Day-by-day itinerary
DAY 1Marrakech → High Atlas → Ouarzazate → Dades Gorge
- Morning pick-up at the agreed place in Marrakech.
- Crossing the High Atlas via the Tizi-n-Tichka, past Berber villages and farms.
- Stop in Ouarzazate, Morocco’s film capital.
- Along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, between valleys and mountains with spectacular scenery.
- Arrival at the Dades Gorge, dinner and overnight.
DAY 2Dades Gorge → Todra Gorge → Merzouga (desert)
- Breakfast and a tour of the Dades Gorge to appreciate its natural beauty.
- Continue to the Todra Gorge, with impressive mountains, rivers and vegetation.
- Arrival in Merzouga and camel trek to the desert camp.
- Night in equipped desert tents with bathroom, hot water and every comfort.
- Dinner and live drum show under the starry Sahara sky.
DAY 3Sahara Desert → Rissani → Draa Valley → Ouarzazate
- Chance to watch the sunrise among the dunes.
- Breakfast and back to the car to head for Ouarzazate.
- Stop in Rissani to visit its traditional souk, the largest in southern Morocco.
- Drive through the Draa Valley, with millions of palm trees and Berber villages.
- Arrival in Ouarzazate, dinner and overnight.
DAY 4Ouarzazate → Aït Ben Haddou → High Atlas → Marrakech
- Breakfast and drive to Aït Ben Haddou, a kasbah listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Learn about the history of this fortress and the filming of movies such as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator and Babel.
- Return to Marrakech across the High Atlas, with photo stops.
- End of our services on arrival in Marrakech.
What’s included
Included
- Air-conditioned 4x4 or minibus
- Driver-guide in your language
- Fuel
- Camel trek in the desert
- Night in desert tents with dinner and breakfast
- Hotels on half board (dinner and breakfast)
Not included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and sights
- Tips and services not mentioned
- Flights
Accommodation
During the trip you stay in selected riads and hotels and, in the Merzouga desert, at a desert camp. You can choose standard, boutique or luxury accommodation; we name the exact places in your proposal.
Price
This tour costs from €505 per person, based on 2 travellers in standard accommodation. For larger groups the price per person goes down; in high season or with luxury accommodation it goes up. We send you the exact price for your dates within 24 hours.
What to bring
- Comfortable layers and something warm: desert nights are cool even in summer.
- Comfortable shoes for walking in medinas and on the dunes.
- Sunglasses, a cap or scarf and sunscreen.
- A small backpack for the night at the camp.
- Some cash in dirhams for meals, drinks and tips.
How to book
- Message us on WhatsApp or by email with your dates and number of travellers.
- Within 24 hours you receive your itinerary and final price, with no obligation.
- We adjust whatever you like and you confirm the booking.
Why travel with Turismo a Marruecos
Just you and your group, no crowded coaches.
A driver-guide who speaks your language.
Flexible routes adapted to your interests.
Personalised quote in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions
Is the tour private?
Yes. It is a private trip just for you and your companions, with your own driver and at your own pace.
Can it be customised?
Yes. We adapt the number of days, the starting city, the accommodation and the visits to what you need.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp or email info@marruecosprivado.com with your dates and number of travellers. We will send you a tailor-made proposal within 24 hours, with no obligation.
How much does this tour cost?
From €505 per person for 2 travellers in standard accommodation. The final price depends on the number of travellers, the season and the accommodation you choose.
Can children come?
Yes. Because the trip is private, we adapt the pace, stops and accommodation to families with children.
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Message us today and we will plan your tailor-made trip within 24 hours, free and with no obligation.