Are you dreaming of a journey through Morocco’s most breathtaking landscapes — from the vibrant streets of Marrakech to the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert?
This 8 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert is the perfect blend of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. Let’s explore what makes this journey one of the best Morocco desert tours.
Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech
Your adventure begins in the Red City of Marrakech — a vibrant blend of history, color, and culture.Visit:Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, alive with storytellers and musicians.The Koutoubia Mosque, an architectural icon.The Majorelle Garden, a peaceful oasis once owned by Yves Saint Laurent.Spend the night in a traditional riad to experience true Moroccan hospitality.
Day 2: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka Pass – Aït Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate
Leave Marrakech and cross the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m).Stop to explore the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones.Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco,” and visit the Atlas Film Studios before spending the night in the city.
Day 3: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Dades Valley
Drive through Skoura Oasis, filled with palm trees and ancient kasbahs like Amridil Kasbah.Follow the Valley of Roses and reach the spectacular Dades Gorges, known for its winding roads and dramatic cliffs.Overnight in a charming riad overlooking the valley.
Day 4: Dades Gorges – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Desert
Today’s journey takes you deeper into the desert.Walk through the towering Todra Gorges, a paradise for rock climbers.Continue to Erfoud and arrive in Merzouga, where the golden dunes of the Erg Chebbi Desert await.Enjoy a camel trek at sunset, followed by dinner and traditional music at a desert camp under a million stars.
Day 5: Merzouga Desert Adventure
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes — an unforgettable moment.After breakfast, explore the desert region:Visit Khamlia village to listen to Gnawa music.Discover nomad families in the black desert.Visit the fossil town of Rissani.Return to camp or stay in a desert lodge for another magical night.
Day 6: Merzouga – Alnif – Agdz
Say goodbye to the dunes and travel through desert landscapes and Berber villages.Stop in Alnif for a local lunch before continuing to Agdz, an oasis surrounded by the Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest river of palm groves.Overnight in a traditional kasbah.
Day 7: Agdz – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
Drive back through Ouarzazate and over the Atlas Mountains again, stopping for panoramic photos.Arrive in Marrakech in the evening, where you can relax or enjoy a Moroccan hammam spa experience.
Day 8: Marrakech – DepartureAfter breakfast,
enjoy free time for shopping or a final stroll through the souks before your transfer to the airport.
Your 8 days Morocco desert tour ends, but the memories will last forever.
💡 Why Choose This 8 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert
✅ Perfect mix of mountains, kasbahs, and Sahara dunes.
🐪 Authentic camel trek and Berber camp experience.
🏞️ Visits to UNESCO sites and cinematic landscapes.
💬 Local expert guides and comfortable accommodations.
