3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert

Your journey begins with an early departure from Marrakech as you travel across the majestic High Atlas Mountains, winding through the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m). Along the way, stop to explore the legendary Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location for movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Continue through Ouarzazate—the gateway to the desert—and the blooming Valley of Roses. By late afternoon, arrive in the stunning Dades Valley, where dramatic red cliffs and ancient kasbahs paint the landscape. Settle into your traditional riad for dinner and a restful night surrounded by natural beauty.

After breakfast, drive toward the dramatic rock walls of the Todra Gorges, a towering canyon popular among climbers and hikers. Take time to walk along the riverbed before continuing toward Merzouga, the edge of the Sahara Desert. Here, your camel caravan awaits—mount up and trek into the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes just in time to witness a magical desert sunset. Upon arrival at your Berber desert camp, enjoy mint tea, a traditional dinner, and live music by the campfire beneath a blanket of stars.

Rise early to catch the peaceful sunrise over the dunes, a moment of pure desert magic. After breakfast and a camel ride (or 4x4 transfer) back to Merzouga, begin your journey back to Marrakech. Travel through the charming desert towns of Alnif, Nkob, and the palm-lined Draa Valley, where kasbahs and oases reveal a slower way of life. After crossing the Atlas Mountains once more, you’ll arrive in Marrakech by early evening—filled with memories of golden sands, quiet stars, and Berber hospitality.