7-Day Tour from Marrakech to the Desert with Camel Ride and Kasbahs

Our driver will receive you at Marrakech Menara Airport to begin your journey and kick off the best 7-day tour from Marrakech. Over the next few days, you will enjoy a variety of experiences, from visiting the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the picturesque Dades Gorges, to spending a night under the stars deep in the Sahara Desert. The tour includes a complete exploration of the imperial city of Ouarzazate and concludes with a tour of the most famous sites in Marrakech. Come and enjoy this unique journey that combines nature, history, and warm Moroccan hospitality.

Embark on an extraordinary seven-day excursion from Marrakech through Morocco’s captivating landscapes and cultural treasures. Immerse yourself in the richness of Marrakech and its surroundings with this carefully designed itinerary, offering an incredible fusion of historical traditions, dreamlike sites, and stunning scenery. Each day of this comprehensive adventure opens a new chapter, taking you from the vast dunes of the Sahara Desert to the vibrant streets of Marrakech.

Day 1: Arrival at Marrakech Airport
Our driver will meet you at Marrakech Menara Airport and transfer you to your hotel in the Medina of Marrakech to begin our 7-day tour from Marrakech. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Marrakech – Dades Valley
On the second day, we head to the desert, leaving behind the bustling cities. We will cross the Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and have time to explore the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1986 and filming location for movies such as Game of Thrones, Alexander, and Gladiator. Then we continue to the Dades Gorges, passing through the Valley of Roses and the “Pink City.”

Day 3: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Sahara Desert
Passing through Tinghir, an ancient Jewish settlement, we enter the Todra Gorge to enjoy panoramic views and take photos of this impressive canyon. From Tinejdad, we travel to the Merzouga Desert, stopping in the “fossil city” for a guided tour of a local workshop. Overnight at a hotel near the desert dunes.

Day 4: Merzouga Desert – Off-Road Excursion and Camel Ride
This is a highlight of the tour. We start with an off-road excursion to visit a nomadic family in their wool yurt for tea. Then we go to Khamlia, famous for its Gnawa music. Lunch with local pizza, and in the afternoon, a camel ride through the dunes to watch the sunset. Arrival at the desert camp for an overnight stay under the stars, enjoying music and percussion with the locals.

Day 5: Sahara Desert – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate
At sunrise, we photograph the arid landscape and depart for Rissani, known for its authentic markets of goods and animals. From there, we travel via Alnif and Tazarine to the long Draa Valley and cross the Anti-Atlas via the Ait Saoun Pass, arriving finally in Ouarzazate for an overnight stay in a hotel or riad.

Day 6: Ouarzazate – Explore Marrakech
We depart early to explore Morocco’s most authentic imperial city. With our guide, we will visit Marrakech’s most fascinating monuments, including the Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque, Jemaa el-Fnaa square, and the Majorelle Garden. Dinner and free time before returning to the riad for the night.

Day 7: Transfer to the Airport
Our driver will take you to the airport at the agreed time, marking the end of the 7-day tour from Marrakech and our services. We hope you have enjoyed this unforgettable journey through Morocco.

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