Day 1: Marrakech → Dades Valley
Depart early from Marrakech and traverse the majestic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying panoramic views of valleys and traditional Berber villages. Stop at Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and ancient ksar famous for its stunning architecture and movie history. Continue to the Dades Valley, also known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs,” and spend the night surrounded by dramatic rock formations and lush oases.
Day 2: Dades Valley → Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
After breakfast, explore the Todra Gorge, walking amidst its towering canyon walls. Continue deeper into the desert toward Merzouga, where the golden Erg Chebbi dunes await. Arrive at your desert camp and embark on a camel trek, witnessing a magical sunset over the dunes. Spend the night in a comfortable luxury tent, enjoying traditional cuisine and music under the star-filled Sahara sky.
Day 3: Merzouga Desert Experience
Rise early to watch the unforgettable sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, enjoy desert activities such as sandboarding, quad biking, and a Jeep tour. Visit a nearby Berber village to experience local traditions and lifestyle. Stop in Khamlia to enjoy the rhythms of Gnaoua music, then return to your camp or hotel to relax and soak in the tranquility of the Sahara.
Day 4: Merzouga → Marrakech via Ouarzazate
Begin the journey back through the lush Draa Valley, famed for its palm groves and historic kasbahs. Stop in Ouarzazate to explore Taourirt Kasbah or a local film studio. Continue across scenic landscapes and remote Berber villages, arriving in Marrakech by evening, reflecting on the incredible contrast of mountains, gorges, and desert landscapes experienced on this unforgettable journey.