7 Days Group Desert Tour From Marrakech via Fes and Blue City
Small Group Morocco desert tour from Marrakech
An unforgettable experience in which you will get to know the Arab culture, cross the Atlas Mountains, sleep in the highest dunes of the desert and even be able to ride a camel. Our Morocco desert trips from Marrakech are for people who do not mind long travel time for more excitement, This shared 5-day desert tour from Marrakech can allow for a maximum of 17 participants. You can make this dream Marrakesh desert tour of yours a reality. No other single place can equal such an abundance of natural wonders. All these wonderful attractions cost only €89 per person.
7 days Morocco tours from Marrakech Highlights:
- Welcome by our staff in Marrakech Menara airport.
- Drive across the stunning High Atlas Mountains and Tizi Ntichka pass.
- Discover the UNESCO World Heritage site of Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou.
- Climb up to Dades canyons and have Walk-in Todgha Valley.
- Enjoy the Camel trek in Erg Chebbi while watching the sunset spectacular.
- Spend a night at a Berber desert camp in the Sahara desert.
- Visit the souks of Marrakech and get lost in the vivid streets of the Medina.
| Price Person: | Days Of Operation: | Number of participants: |
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150 € |
Daily |
17 Max |
OR
7 days tours from Marrakech to Casablanca via Fes & blue city Itinerary:
Day 1: pick-up from Marrakech Airport and transfer to your Hotel
Arrival at the Menara Airport in Marrakech or the train station, our driver will wait for you at the exit door of the Airport, afterwards you see the name of our agency written on a Moroccan sign, after then we shall drive about 10 min of distance to the hotel wich located in the heart of Marrakech Medina, Night spend at the hotel with breakfast.
Accommodation Details:
Riad AssaiDay 2: Marrakech - Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Gorge
The 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. starts early morning on Day 2 with the vehicle initially taking off from Marrakech and through small suburban towns to the High Atlas Mountains. We will have a few stops for you to enjoy picture taking, rest and coffee. We will then resume with an uphill drive up the famous Tizi Ntichka pass before reaching the UNESCO World Heritage site Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou where we will have a major stop for your sightseeing enjoyment. Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou is an old fortified village. It has been used as a set for many Hollywood movies among them Lawrence of Arabia, Kingdom of Heaven, and Gladiator. At the opposite bank of the river that separates Kasbah from the main road is the village that you can explore at your leisure and hire local guides are available on site. Lunch at one of the local cafes is next. The trip continues to Dades Valley after lunch, passing by Ouarzazate, Skoura Oasis, and Klaa Mgounna, who described the capital of the valley of the roses. We will reach Boumalne Dades and follow Dades River driving past fortified Kasbahs on the side of the road to Dades Canyons. We will arrive at the hotel where you are booked late afternoon. You will have dinner and an overnight stay at your Dades hotel.
Accommodation Details:
Hotel Le ChateauDay 3: Dades Gorge – Todra Gorge - Merzouga Desert
You will have breakfast at your hotel. The day’s journey will commence with a drive along a road teeming with thousands of Kasbahs leading to the oasis of Tinghir. We will then take a minor road that follows the direction of the river to Todgha. Enjoy a walk along the rural palm groves under the shade of trees in the oasis when we stop at this point. Our journey continues towards Todgha Gorges.
You will be provided some time to relax and leisurely appreciate the grandiositye and immensity of the cliffs around you and have lunch in a local café. By early afternoon, it will be time to continue with our trek, going to the place famous for its dates market, Rissani. This place is also well-known for being the takeoff point of the ancient trading caravans that crossed the Sahara desert to Tombouctou. We will have a short stop then continue to drive towards Merzouga's past landscapes of rocky desert. You can take a refreshing plunge at the swimming pool of the Palais Des Dune lodge just before you meet your camel caravan. You will then experience the much-awaited camel ride amid the backdrop of the windswept sand dunes and the Sahara desert sunset. You will have enough opportunity to enjoy the view of the sand dunes and the landscapes around them before darkness sets in. You will have a taste of authentic Moroccan dinner when it is served to you under the bright night sky by the outdoor campfire. Local desert nomads will treat you with their drums entertainment until late at night.
Accommodation Details:
Comfortable CampDay 4: Merzouga – Ifran - Fes
You will wake up in the morning to admire sunrise while crossing the Erg Chebbi dunes by camel. Arrive at the camp operator's lodge in Merzouga for breakfast, shower or if you like a quick swim at the pool. Afterwards we continue the journey Marrakech to Fes desert tour, drive along the road to many beautiful landscapes and Berber villages to admire on the way Ziz valley surrounding the Sahara Desert and the oasis. as you will be delighted by the incredible views from the Middle Atlas Mountains decorated with limestone cliffs, cedar forests where you can stop to take pictures for the barbary apes and stop for lunch in a local restaurant, and reach Ifrane a remarkable European styled town often referred to as Morocco’s Switzerland. You will end the 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour in the evening, where you will be dropoff at your accommodation in Fes.
Riad AssaiDay 5: Visit Marrakech - Transfert to Marrakech Airport
After breakfast we leave with our local guide to visit Marrakech. our visit will be carried out on foot with a local guide that begin in the morning by a visit to the Koutoubia and the Bahia Palace. Visit of the souks, the Medina and the Jemaa El Fna square. Afterwards you can enjoy the Marrakech city your and explore the streets of the medina and the souks. and then depending on the time of the flight, you will be transfered to the airport or to the hotel and will end of our services organized by Sahara Travel trips company.
Day 1: pick-up from Marrakech Airport and transfer to your Hotel
Arrival at the Menara Airport in Marrakech or the train station, our driver will wait for you at the exit door of the Airport, afterwards you see the name of our agency written on a Moroccan sign, after then we shall drive about 10 min of distance to the hotel wich located in the heart of Marrakech Medina, Night spend at the hotel with breakfast.
Accommodation Details:
Raid AssiaDay 2: Marrakech - Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Gorge
The 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. starts early morning on Day 2 with the vehicle initially taking off from Marrakech and through small suburban towns to the High Atlas Mountains. We will have a few stops for you to enjoy picture taking, rest and coffee. We will then resume with an uphill drive up the famous Tizi Ntichka pass before reaching the UNESCO World Heritage site Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou where we will have a major stop for your sightseeing enjoyment. Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou is an old fortified village. It has been used as a set for many Hollywood movies among them Lawrence of Arabia, Kingdom of Heaven, and Gladiator. At the opposite bank of the river that separates Kasbah from the main road is the village that you can explore at your leisure and hire local guides are available on site. Lunch at one of the local cafes is next. The trip continues to Dades Valley after lunch, passing by Ouarzazate, Skoura Oasis, and Klaa Mgounna, who described the capital of the valley of the roses. We will reach Boumalne Dades and follow Dades River driving past fortified Kasbahs on the side of the road to Dades Canyons. We will arrive at the hotel where you are booked late afternoon. You will have dinner and an overnight stay at your Dades hotel.
Accommodation Details:
Day 3: Dades Gorge – Todra Gorge - Merzouga Desert
You will have breakfast at your hotel. The day’s journey will commence with a drive along a road teeming with thousands of Kasbahs leading to the oasis of Tinghir. We will then take a minor road that follows the direction of the river to Todgha. Enjoy a walk along the rural palm groves under the shade of trees in the oasis when we stop at this point. Our journey continues towards Todgha Gorges.
You will be provided some time to relax and leisurely appreciate the grandiositye and immensity of the cliffs around you and have lunch in a local café. By early afternoon, it will be time to continue with our trek, going to the place famous for its dates market, Rissani. This place is also well-known for being the takeoff point of the ancient trading caravans that crossed the Sahara desert to Tombouctou. We will have a short stop then continue to drive towards Merzouga's past landscapes of rocky desert. You can take a refreshing plunge at the swimming pool of the Palais Des Dune lodge just before you meet your camel caravan. You will then experience the much-awaited camel ride amid the backdrop of the windswept sand dunes and the Sahara desert sunset. You will have enough opportunity to enjoy the view of the sand dunes and the landscapes around them before darkness sets in. You will have a taste of authentic Moroccan dinner when it is served to you under the bright night sky by the outdoor campfire. Local desert nomads will treat you with their drums entertainment until late at night.
Accommodation Details:
Day 4: Merzouga – Ifran - Fes
You will wake up in the morning to admire sunrise while crossing the Erg Chebbi dunes by camel. Arrive at the camp operator's lodge in Merzouga for breakfast, shower or if you like a quick swim at the pool. Afterwards we continue the journey Marrakech to Fes desert tour, drive along the road to many beautiful landscapes and Berber villages to admire on the way Ziz valley surrounding the Sahara Desert and the oasis. as you will be delighted by the incredible views from the Middle Atlas Mountains decorated with limestone cliffs, cedar forests where you can stop to take pictures for the barbary apes and stop for lunch in a local restaurant, and reach Ifrane a remarkable European styled town often referred to as Morocco’s Switzerland. You will end the 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour in the evening, where you will be dropoff at your accommodation in Fes.
Accommodation Details:
Raid AssiaDay 5: Visit Marrakech - Transfert to Marrakech Airport
After breakfast we leave with our local guide to visit Marrakech. our visit will be carried out on foot with a local guide that begin in the morning by a visit to the Koutoubia and the Bahia Palace. Visit of the souks, the Medina and the Jemaa El Fna square. Afterwards you can enjoy the Marrakech city your and explore the streets of the medina and the souks. and then depending on the time of the flight, you will be transfered to the airport or to the hotel and will end of our services organized by Sahara Travel trips company.
Tour Map of Marrakech to Casablanca :
What is included in this group 7 days 6 nights Morocco Desert tour:
- Pick up from Marrakech Airport upon Arrival and transfer to the Hotel
- A/C modern minibus driven by an English / French speaking driver
- Two Nights In A Hotel In Marrakech With Breakfast included
- Different stops along the way to see important tourist attractions
- Second night in Dades Valley hotel including dinner and breakfast.
- Camel Ride One Per Person.
- Camel trek during sunst & sunrise in Erg chebbi desert camp with local Berber guides.
- Night In The Desert Camp With Dinner, Music And Breakfast.
- ( Private tents can only be guaranteed if you upgrade to the comfortable camp )
- Sand boarding
- Shower and swimming pool at the camp operator's lodge in Merzouga.
- Transfer To The Airport (Round Trip)
Not Included
- Beverages.
- Lunches on the way.
- Optional local gudie is kasbash - 3$ per guide.
- Marrakech city tour with local guide optional.
- Personal Expenses.
Know Before You Go:
- The indicated driving time is exclusive of lunches, sightseeing and picture taking.
- This shared group tour for the easy-going traveler's with limited expectations. Otherwise, you can contact us for special packages to suit your travel needs.
- Lunches and beverages are not included in the tour package. if you wish to hire a local guide in Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou there is a supplier of extra (3€ per person).
- Local guided city tours in Marrakech it's optional according to the Availability of the group size.
- second night at the Dades Valley hotel includes breakfast and dinner, private ensuite A/C room
- Luggage you take on this trip will be securely kept at the van while you are in Merzouga desert camp.
- It is advised that you carry a small backpack for the personal belonging you will need in the desert camp..
- please bring your own bathroom towel and supplies for this desert tour.
- Walking shoes, sunglasses, hat, and wet napkins always come handy on these Marrakech to Merzouga desert trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
the closest sand dunes roughly 561 km from Marrakech to Merzouga desert via the valley of Dades (N9 and N12) and 552 km through the valley of the Draa (via N9 and N10). The sand dunes are located near the town of Merzouga, this location is well known as Erg Chebbi.
Our shared desert tours from Marrakech are truthwothy and recommended by our custmors. If you limit your expectations and you are an easy-going seasoned traveler, you will definitely making new friends during the tour and surly you enjoy it, the Shared tour will work for you. if Not, we have a wide Range of private tours designed for travelers who want to spend the most out of their time. When it comes to price, there is a difference between private and group shared desert tours, which explains it all.
Our 5 days group tour from Marrakech to Sahara desert is always daily with guaranteed departure and fixed price.
yes the first night in Dades valley hotel are private. but if you wish an air-conditioner and heating, there is an upgrade cost of 10 euro per person
Please prepare a small backpack that need for the camping with your personal belongings. Do not forget to bring with you sunglasses, hat, a scarf and comfortable walking shoes and during the winter warm sleeping clothes. For the camel ride we recommend to wear jeans or long trousers.
During your selected Sahara desert in Morocco, we would recommend wearing a modest dress and lightweight clothing that is breathable and well covered to protect you from the sun. comfortable walking shoes such as sneakers or light-weight boots, In the evenings, when it will be slightly cooler, it’s recommended to bring a jacket or cover-up.
The Camel ride is approximately 1 hour at sunset and 40 minutes at sunrise.
Yes, you can bring your luggage with you, it can stay safe in the Minivan.
No, there is no shower in the camp. but you can shower in the next following day at hotel in Merzouga which belong to camp owner.
yes, tents are private, you will have proper bedding, so you can enjoy your shared 3 days desert with an overnight stay in Merzouga desert camp.
Not necessary. Our Morocco desert camps use for our customers supplied with sleeping equipment in winter we provide enough warm blankets will be supplied. but you will Need warm thermal clothes to keep you warm at night, especially ( Dec, Jan, and Feb )
You can bring your water or other things you want, but don’t forget that on our trip we stop several times, There are many shops.
There will be plenty of restaurants on the way to the Sahara desert where to stop for lunch. Just follow your driver’s recommendation if you wish or Feel free to choose on your own.
Our Marrakech desert tours Totally include the sandboarding. there will few sandboard, but you can ask the local guide about the option while you are the camp.
Note: Local guide is not gauranteed during this day.
we dont charge any fee if there is Availalability and enough travelers. it required a munimum 6 participants. then it can be free of charge or you can do it self. if not, there will be a fee of 50 euro for 2 persons.
