Embark on a thrilling 7 days Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech, immersing yourself in Morocco’s rich history and captivating landscapes. Explore the vibrant medina and Djemaa el Fna square during this 7 days Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech, then set off to discover the iconic Ait Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, and the enchanting Road of Thousand-Kasbahs. Experience the thrill of a camel trek into the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes during this 7 days Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech and spend enchanting nights in a Nomadic camp under the stars.
Continue your adventure during this 7 days Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora, where you’ll witness the stunning Draa Valley’s landscape and experience the authentic Berber villages. Traverse the untamed Sahara landscapes during this 7 days Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech, visiting the charming town of Zagora along the way. Unveil the allure of Ouarzazate’s enchanting Kasbahs and the renowned Cinema Studio during this 7 days Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech. This diverse 7 days Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech promises an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s cultural heritage and breathtaking desert vistas.
7 Days Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech Itinerary:
1st day: Marrakech – Marrakech City Tour – Marrakesh
A Full guided tour will be scheduled to discover Marrakesh, Tourist Number 1 destination in Morocco, known as the “Red
City”. Marrakesh is the most important former imperial city in Morocco’s history; it is situated near the foothills of the high
Atlas Mountain. Similarly to other old towns, Marrakech comprises both an old fortified city The Medina and a very modern
city called Gueliz built during the French occupation. Marrakesh has the largest traditional market (souk) in Morocco and
also has one of the busiest squares in Africa and the world, Djemaa el Fna. The square is full of energy and vibes, where
story-tellers, water sellers, dancers, snakes charmers and musicians perform in open air. During the night the square turns
into a huge chain restaurant.
During our guided city tour, we will see the Koutoubia Mosque, built in the 12th century in the reign of Almoravid Dynasty.
We will go among narrow streets and allies in the medina. We pass by “seven saints” during the reign of Moulay Ismail; the
festival of the seven saints was founded to the request of the Sultan. The tombs of several renowned figures were moved to
Marrakesh to attract pilgrims.
2nd day: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Dades valley
Departure in the morning over the High Atlas mountains through Tizi n’Tichka pass (alt 2260 m).On the road you will visit
the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou where many movies have been shot like: The Gladiator, The Mumy, Babel, Tea In Sahara..Etc.
Later on ,continue to Ouarzazate ‘’The African Hollywood’’ where you will visit the Studio films and the Kasbah of Taourirte,
then carry on the road via the road of Thousand-Kasbahs through Skoura where you will stop to see a beautiful Kasbah
named Amredhyle situated in the stunning Skoura Palmery. In the evening, overnight in Hotel/Riad
3rd day: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Night in a Camp in the middle of Sahara Desert
Leaving Boumalene Dades after breakfast, we will head to Merzouga passing through the Berber village of Tinghir and the
Todra Gorge where the canyons dominate the skyline. We will then pass through several towns along the route, stopping
for lunch at either Tinjdad, or Rissani in Tafilalet region, famous for serving the Berber pizza. After lunch we will make our
way to Merzouga to start our camel trek. You will have a short rest with tea, and then your luggage will be left in safe rooms
at the hotel.
The 50 minute of camel trekking will take you to a Nomadic camp in the middle of the Erg Chebbi sand dunes, where you
will have a special berber music entertainment and spend the night in the middle of the thousands brighten stars.
4th day: Erg Chebbi – Merzouga Exploration – Erg Chebbi
A full day in the Sahara Desert is scheduled to explore the Desert features, First You’ll move to neighboring Berber village of
the Sahara, called Khamlia, to listen and watch the Gnaoua music performed by local bands. Continue through to see the
nomads of the desert under their tents. Then we will drive offroad to experience the wonderful Sahara sceneries. In the
evening you’ll be back to your hotel where you’ll have free afternoon to chill out near the pool or ride Quads over Erg
Chebbi Dunes.
5th day: Erg Chebbi Desert – Zagora Wild Desert
You’ll wake up early to attend the sunrise spectacle, then riding back the camels to your hotel. After having shower and
breakfast, we leave Erg Chebbi on an off-roading adventured and safari ride towards the Deep South passing by the
authentic berber villages and town. On our way, we will stop frequently to appreciate the spectacular views of the wild
Sahara Desert and plain areas. We will pause in Ramlia authentic village to see and experience the nomads life style on the
the road. We arrive to Zagora, and check in your riad.
6th day: Zagora Desert – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate
This is a full packed day partially because there is a lot to explore on the way to Ouazazate from Zagora. The road is dotted
with palms and hazel trees, and the landscape of Draa Valley is plainly magnificent. Small inhabited town’s crop up all
around the region with their elegant shrubbery and Kasbah set up. You will also see many scenes from everyday life of the
residents of these little villages, rustic kasbahs and small charming towns. On this river chasing tour, you will also get to
please your taste palette with a burst of delicious local cuisine and flavors.
On Ouarzazate, you visit numerous landmark sites which have remained relatively unexplored. We take you through the
enchanting Kasbah of Taourirt, Tifoultout and the famous Cinema Studio. The night is spent in a comfortable and dainty
hotel overlooking the Ouarzazate River. Feel free to explore the local marketplace tonight but make sure you get some rest
before your journey tomorrow.
7th day: Ouarzazate – Marrakesh
Wake up for breakfast then drive back through the Atlas but this time we’ll be passing by historical Kasbah of Telouat where
you will have a visit the heritage Kasbahs with your guide. Then have lunch before continuing
