Eight Days Around Marrakech and the Deep Sahara
This 8-day private tour starts with a guided day in Marrakech, then crosses the Atlas to Aït Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate before following the Draa Valley and Anti-Atlas to remote oases and the dunes of Ouzina and Erg Chebbi. You camp in the Sahara, meet nomads and the Gnawa of Khamlia, and return through Rissani, the Todra and Dades gorges and the Valley of Roses to Marrakech.
Moments From the Road
What Makes This Tour Special
- Guided tour of the Marrakech medina and monuments
- Aït Ben Haddou and the Ouarzazate film studios
- Follow the palm-lined Draa Valley
- Off-road dunes of Ouzina and Erg Chebbi
- Camp in the Sahara and meet nomad families
- Gnawa music in Khamlia village
- Rissani markets and Erfoud fossils
- Todra and Dades gorges and the Valley of Roses
Your 8-Day Itinerary
Tap any day to read the full plan. Every itinerary is private and can be tailored to your pace and interests.
Marrakech City Tour
A guided day through the Red City: the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, the Koutoubia minaret, the souks and the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa square.
Overnight in Marrakech · riadMarrakech – Aït Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate
Over the Tizi n'Tichka Pass and Berber villages to the Telouet and Aït Ben Haddou kasbahs, then the film studios of Ouarzazate.
Overnight in Ouarzazate · hotelOuarzazate – Draa Valley – Mharech
Across the Anti-Atlas via the Tizi Tinifift pass and down the Draa Valley through N'Kob and Tazarine to the Mharech gorges.
Overnight near Mharech · kasbahMharech – Ouzina Dunes – Merzouga
Desert tracks past the oasis and dunes of Ouzina, a Saharan lunch with Berber hosts and a transfer to a camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Overnight in a desert camp · Erg ChebbiMerzouga – Nomads – Khamlia
Sunrise over the dunes, the Tissardmin oasis, nomad families and the Gnawa music of Khamlia, with a free afternoon for the sunset.
Overnight near Merzouga · hotelMerzouga – Rissani – Todra – Dades
The historic markets of Rissani and the fossils of Erfoud, then the spectacular Todra Gorge and on to the Dades Valley.
Overnight in the Dades Valley · hotelDades – Valley of Roses – Marrakech
The Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through Kalaat M'Gouna and the palm groves and kasbah of Skoura, then over the Atlas to Marrakech.
Overnight in Marrakech · riadMarrakech – Departure
A free morning before your transfer to Marrakech Menara airport, where our tour comes to an end.
Tour ends in Marrakech · airport transferWhat's Included & What's Not
Included
- Airport pick-up & drop-off
- Private A/C vehicle (4x4 or van)
- Experienced English / Spanish-speaking driver-guide
- Local guides in the imperial cities
- Accommodation in hotels & riads
- One night in a Sahara desert camp
- Breakfasts & dinners as per itinerary
- Camel ride over the Erg Chebbi dunes
Not Included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Tips & gratuities
- Anything not mentioned above
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the tour start?
Pick-up is usually between 7:30 and 8:00 AM from your hotel, though the exact time can be adjusted to suit you.
Is this a private tour?
Yes — it is fully private for you and your group, with your own driver-guide and vehicle. Up to four passengers travel comfortably in a 4×4; larger groups use a spacious minivan.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. The pace, stops and accommodation can all be tailored to your preferences. Just tell us what you would like and we will build the perfect version for you.
What should I bring?
Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and a light jacket for the cooler desert nights. Sandboarding is available on request at the desert camp.
Are entrance fees included?
Admission fees to monuments and any local guides are paid directly at each site and are not included in the tour price.
How do I book?
Send us your preferred dates through the quote form or on WhatsApp. A small deposit secures your tour and the balance is settled on arrival.
