This 4 days desert tour from Ouarzazate to the Sahara and Marrakech lets you explore the southern treasures of Morocco at a comfortable pace, revealing cinematic landscapes, ancient kasbahs, lush valleys, towering gorges, and the majestic dunes of Erg Chebbi. Starting in Ouarzazate, the Hollywood of Africa, you travel through Skoura Oasis, Dades Valley, and the Todra Canyons before reaching Merzouga for an unforgettable camel trek and overnight in a luxury desert camp. You then cross a series of ever-changing landscapes on your way to Marrakech, passing through hidden Berber villages, palm oases, and the panoramic Tizi n’Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains. This tour blends culture, adventure, and authentic Moroccan hospitality, making it ideal for travelers seeking both the Sahara and the imperial energy of Marrakech.
Highlights: 4 Days Ouarzazate Desert Tour
• Explore Skoura Oasis and Amridil Kasbah
• Drive through the Valley of Roses
• Discover Dades Valley and its winding canyon roads
• Walk inside the Todra Gorges
• Sunset camel ride in the Erg Chebbi dunes
• Overnight in a luxury Sahara desert camp
• Visit Rissani traditional market
• Cross Berber villages and palm oases
• Drive through the High Atlas Mountains & Tizi n’Tichka Pass
• Arrive in Marrakech with beautiful mountain views
Itinerary – 4 Days Ouarzazate to Desert & Marrakech
Day 1: Ouarzazate – Skoura Oasis – Valley of Roses – Dades Valley
You begin your journey by leaving Ouarzazate toward the beautiful palm oasis of Skoura, where the iconic Amridil Kasbah proudly stands as one of the finest examples of southern Moroccan architecture. After exploring the oasis, you travel through the Valley of Roses, famous for its blooming rose fields and cooperatives producing rose water and natural cosmetics. The road then leads you deeper into the mountains toward the Dades Valley, where dramatic rock formations, fortified villages, and winding canyon roads create unforgettable scenery. You spend your evening in a charming hotel overlooking the valley, enjoying dinner with views of the surrounding cliffs.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga – Camel Trek
After breakfast, you continue through the mountains toward the impressive Todra Gorges, where the towering limestone walls rise dramatically on both sides of the riverbed. You walk through the gorge, capturing photographs and enjoying the refreshing atmosphere. The journey then crosses the palm groves of Tinejdad and Jorf until reaching Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops. As you approach Merzouga, the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi appear in the distance and create a breathtaking welcome to the Sahara. You ride camels through the dunes at sunset, stopping to enjoy the peace of the desert before arriving at your luxury camp. After dinner, Berber drums warm the evening as millions of stars illuminate the sky.
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Alnif – Agdz – Ouarzazate
You wake early to watch the sun rise over the dunes before breakfast at the camp. Your journey continues to Rissani, the cradle of Morocco’s Alaouite dynasty and home to one of the largest traditional souks in the south. You then travel across desert plains toward Alnif and Tazzarine, crossing rugged landscapes dotted with acacia trees and small Berber settlements. As you approach the Draa Valley, long lines of palm groves and ancient kasbahs mark the way toward Agdz. You follow the winding road along the valley until you reach Ouarzazate, where you spend the night in a comfortable riad or hotel.
Day 4: Ouarzazate – Aït Ben Haddou – Tizi n’Tichka Pass – Marrakech
Your final day begins with a short drive to Aït Ben Haddou, the most famous ksar in Morocco and a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its role in films and series such as Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and The Mummy. You explore the narrow alleys and clay architecture before continuing your journey through the High Atlas Mountains. The road climbs gently toward the 2,260-meter Tizi n’Tichka Pass, offering sweeping views of valleys, forests, and Berber villages clinging to the slopes. As you descend toward Marrakech, the scenery shifts from mountains to plains until you reach the vibrant Red City in the afternoon, where your memorable desert adventure ends.
Included
• Private A/C vehicle with driver-guide
• 1 night in Dades Valley (dinner & breakfast)
• Sunset camel ride and sunrise camel ride
• 1 night in luxury desert camp with private tent
• 1 night in Ouarzazate hotel or riad
• Dinner & breakfast in the desert and Dades
• Sandboarding in the dunes
• Hotel/riad pick-up and drop-off
Excluded
• Lunches and drinks
• Monuments entrance fees (optional)
• Personal expenses
• Tips
