5 days desert tour from Marrakech through the majestic landscapes of Morocco. Cross the Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying panoramic views and scenic photo opportunities. Visit the iconic Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site featured in many films, and explore the cinematic city of Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Desert.”
Travel through the lush Draa Valley, dotted with palm groves, historic kasbahs, and traditional Berber villages. Experience the magic of the Sahara Desert with 2 nights in a luxury desert camp, where you can ride camels across the golden dunes, watch breathtaking sunsets, and enjoy traditional Berber music at night.
Discover the stunning Dades Valley with its unique rock formations and scenic drives. Along the way, visit Khamlia village, known for its rich Gnawa music culture, and explore local markets and historic kasbahs such as Telouet and Rissani.
You will depart from Marrakech in the morning and head toward Ouarzazate, crossing the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass in the Atlas Mountains. Along the way, you will visit the famous Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a stunning example of traditional mud-brick architecture. After exploring the kasbah, continue your journey to Ouarzazate and check in at your accommodation.
After breakfast, drive through the beautiful Draa Valley, famous for its palm groves, kasbahs, and traditional Berber villages. Stop to visit local attractions and enjoy the scenic landscapes. Continue to Merzouga, arriving in the late afternoon. Enjoy a camel ride into the dunes and spend the first night in a luxury desert camp under the stars.
Wake up early to experience the magical desert sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. Spend the day exploring the desert, visiting Khamlia village (famous for Gnawa music), and walking among the dunes. Enjoy a second night in the desert in a luxury camp, with dinner under the stars.
After breakfast, leave the desert and visit Rissani, a historic town with a traditional market. Drive through the scenic Dades Valley, known for its stunning rock formations and palm oases. Arrive in Ouarzazate in the evening and check in at your accommodation.
On the final day, drive back to Marrakech, crossing the Atlas Mountains once again. Optionally, stop at Kasbah Telouet along the way to explore this historic fortress. Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon or evening, completing your desert adventure.
