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6 days 5 nights
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This 6 days Morocco Desert Tour offers an unforgettable adventure through the country’s diverse landscapes and rich culture. Starting in Marrakech, you’ll begin your journey with a scenic drive through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains. Along the way, you’ll encounter panoramic views of rugged peaks and traditional Berber villages. Afterward, a stop at Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Provides an opportunity to explore the iconic kasbah, famous for its stunning earthen architecture. This historic site has served as a backdrop for many popular films, making it a must-see. From there, you’ll continue to Ouarzazate. Which is often referred to as “African Hollywood” due to its significance in the film industry.
Next, the 6 days Morocco Desert Tour will take you through Skoura Oasis and the Valley of Roses. Both areas are not only visually stunning but also rich in history and culture. In the Valley of Roses, you’ll have a chance to explore lush landscapes while learning about the local rose cultivation, a key aspect of the region’s agricultural lifestyle. This experience offers a deeper insight into the daily lives of the Berber people. Continuing along the journey, you’ll arrive at the Todgha Gorge, where dramatic cliffs and striking natural beauty create the perfect environment for exploration and photography.
Following this, you will reach Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Here, you’ll immerse yourself in the tranquil desert landscape with a camel ride across the towering dunes of Erg Chebbi. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Berber meal and music as you spend the night in a desert camp under the stars. Afterward, the tour continues southward through the Draa Valley, where you’ll visit picturesque kasbahs and the historic town of Zagora, known for its significance as a former caravan stop on the way to Timbuktu.
Finally, your journey culminates in a scenic drive back to Marrakech, passing through Agdz and the Atlas Mountains. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to reflect on the unforgettable experiences and stunning landscapes you’ve encountered throughout the tour. This 6-day adventure combines natural beauty, historical exploration, and cultural immersion, ensuring lasting memories of Morocco’s unique charm.
We will get our road ariving ouarzazate By crossing The high atlas and Tizi n Tichka ( 2260 m ) To get to ait ben haddou , get a lunch there and One Hour walking to discovering the Beauty and old berber architecture of Kasr Ait Ben Hadou The ksar, a group of earthen buildings surrounded by high walls, is a traditional pre-Saharan habitat. The houses crowd together within the defensive walls, which are reinforced by corner towers Aït Benhaddou has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 and several films have been shot there . then continue the road to get to African Hollywood ” Ouarzazate ” spend a night in the hotel at ouarzazate . Ouarzazate is also a noted film making location, as is much of the surrounding area, with Morocco’s biggest studios inviting many international film companies to shoot their films ,Ouarzazate is an attractive, peaceful, palm oasis town with towering palms, wide streets, many hotels and well placed municipal gardens, beautiful red earthed Riads, pavement cafes and the Kasbah Taourirt, partly restored by UNESCO.
We will get our road to Dades Valley ” Valley of the 1000 Kasbahs” by crossing Skoura “visiting the Oasis of Skoura and an old Kasbah called “Kasbah Amerhidil ” then countinue the road to Roses valley get lunch there ,The Valley of Roses sits at the foot of the High Atlas Mountains in Morocco, where the mountains meet the Dadès Valley. It is irrigated by the Asif M’Goun river and the main village of Kelaat M’Gouna. Rose cultivation takes place in two distinct geographical areas: the first begins at around 10 km from Kelaat M’Gouna village and continues for 10 km, ending near the town of Boumalne Dadès. after lunch with unique Roses in the world . we will take our direction to Dades valley to spend unforgettable night at natural hotel near fields and river.
After a good sleep you will get a tasty breakfast with a fresh air from the nature of that village ,we will visiting gorges Dades then continue the road to Merzouga by crossing Boumalne Dades and visiting gorge Todgha (300 m high ) in”Tinghir” Todgha gorges are Situated on the east side of the High Atlas Mountains in Morocco, the Todra Gorge is recognized around the world as one of the most spectacular canyons . lunch in the road , visiting the old system irrigation , then continue the road to Merzeouga “desert dream ” spend a night in the hotel
In the morning have a normal weak up and take breakfast then go to visit the saint lake after visiting an old berber village with a gnaoua music , and we offer to you special lunch ( pizza berber ) , after lunch return to the hotel and have some relax then get ready to riding camels and go to the camp inside the desert between dunes , spend the night under stars in a berber tent ( Or you have a choice to stay in your hotel to relax until evening then go to the camp ).
We will get to Zagora by Draa valley another road with a beautiful landscapes , and this route allows to discover beautiful Ksours sleek , the driver will stop to you to make beautiful pictures and lunch in the road . arriving zagora and spend a night there . Zagora is a town in the valley of the Draa River in a region called the Souss-Massa-Draâ in south-eastern Morocco. It is flanked by the Zagora Mountain, from which the town got its name. Originally it was called ‘Tazagourt’, Berber for ‘twinpeaks’, referring the form of the mountain. In old European maps Zagora Mountain is already indicated although the town itself was only built in the 20th century. On the top of the Zagora mountain the remains of an Almoravid fortress can still be seen, and there is an ongoing dispute as to the exact location of the former Almoravid mosque. A well known sign at the town border states “ Tomboktu 52 days”, the supposed time it takes to get to Tomboktu, Mali on foot or by camel!
Unforgettable Moments during our tour ,we take the raod come Back to Marrakech with happiness and enjoyment On your Privat Transport.
The key highlights of this 6-day tour include exploring the Atlas Mountains, visiting historical kasbahs like Ait Benhaddou, and experiencing the breathtaking landscapes of the Dades and Todgha Gorges. You’ll also enjoy a camel trek in the Merzouga Desert (Erg Chebbi), where you will spend the night in a desert camp under the stars. The tour also includes visits to Berber villages, oases, and a rich cultural experience, offering a mix of natural beauty, adventure, and local traditions.
The key highlights of this 6-day tour include exploring the Atlas Mountains, visiting historical kasbahs like Ait Benhaddou, and experiencing the breathtaking landscapes of the Dades and Todgha Gorges. You’ll also enjoy a camel trek in the Merzouga Desert (Erg Chebbi), where you will spend the night in a desert camp under the stars. The tour also includes visits to Berber villages, oases, and a rich cultural experience, offering a mix of natural beauty, adventure, and local traditions.
The desert activities are the highlight of this tour, especially the camel trek in the Merzouga Desert. You’ll ride camels across the iconic dunes of Erg Chebbi, typically during sunset or sunrise. You’ll spend the night in a desert camp, where you can enjoy a traditional Berber dinner, listen to local music, and stargaze. The tour also includes exploring kasbahs, trekking through gorges, visiting oases, and hiking in scenic areas such as the Dades Valley and Todgha Gorge.
Accommodation includes a mix of hotels, guesthouses, and riads in towns like Ouarzazate, Rissani, and Dades Valley. In the desert, you will spend a night in a desert camp (either basic or luxury, depending on the tour). The desert camp features traditional Berber tents with comfortable bedding. In towns and cities, you’ll stay in comfortable accommodations, typically in traditional Moroccan-style riads or hotels that reflect the local architecture.
Moroccan cuisine is a highlight of this trip. In the cities and towns, you’ll enjoy traditional dishes like tagine (a slow-cooked stew), couscous, and pastilla (a savory pastry). While in the desert, you’ll be treated to Berber-style meals, which typically include dishes like lamb or chicken tagine, fresh salads, bread, and sweets like dates and pastries. In the desert camp, the food is freshly prepared, and dinner is often served in a communal style around a fire. Breakfast typically consists of Moroccan bread, jam, olives, and tea.
Marrakech and the Atlas Mountains: Expect warm to hot weather during the day (especially in spring and summer), but temperatures can drop significantly in the evenings and mornings, particularly in the mountains. Desert: The desert experiences extreme temperature fluctuations. During the day, it can be very hot, while nights can be chilly, especially in the winter months. It’s important to bring layers of clothing to adjust to these changes in temperature. The sun can be intense during the day, so protection from the sun is essential. The best time for this trip is typically spring (March to May) or autumn (September to November), when the temperatures are moderate.
6 days trip from Marrakesh to the Desert with Morocco Lifetime Tours