Itinerary
- Day 1
Marrakech to Dades Valley
You'll get picked up from your riad or hotel in Marrakech early on and head into the High Atlas Mountains. The drive takes you over the Tizi N'Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters/7,415 feet, and from there you'll pass through Berber villages and the scenic Ounila Valley. Once you reach the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah of Ait-Benhaddou, you'll have time to walk around and see the ancient mud-brick architecture up close. After grabbing lunch somewhere in the area, you'll continue on to Ouarzazate, known locally as Morocco's cinema capital. There you'll check out the famous movie studios and the Kasbah of Tourirt. By late afternoon, the drive winds through the Valley of Roses and then the scenic Dades Valley before you arrive at your riad for the night.
- Start point
- Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco (Your accommodation in Marrakech, 08:00 - 09:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour through Kasbah of Ait-Benhaddou including granaries
- Visit Ouarzazate movie studios
- Visit Kasbah of Tourirt
Landmarks Tizi N'Tichka Pass Kasbah of Ait-Benhaddou Ounila Valley Ouarzazate Kasbah of Tourirt Valley of Roses Dades Valley - Day 2
Dades Valley to Merzouga
Starting from your riad in Dades Valley, you'll head to Tinerhir, a historic town that served as a caravan trade hub back in the day. You'll visit a peaceful palm oasis and see what's left of an abandoned 19th-century village nearby. The main event is the Todgha Gorges with its dramatic 300-meter-high orange canyons and clear river running through them. After that, you'll wind through the Anti-Atlas Mountains, passing Berber towns, villages, and oases where you might see nomads with livestock. Later you reach Erfoud, which is known for its fossils and dates. From there it's about a 40-minute drive to Merzouga at the edge of the Sahara. You'll check into your hotel at the dunes and watch the sunset from the terrace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Riad Mady)
Included Activities
- Visit Todgha Gorges
Optional Activities
- Explore palm oasis near Tinerhir
- Visit abandoned 19th-century village near Tinerhir
Landmarks Tinerhir Todgha Gorges Anti-Atlas Mountains Erfoud Erg Chebbi Dunes 
- Day 3
Erg Chebbi Dunes
This is your full day in the Erg Chebbi dunes with experienced local guides. Early in the morning you'll start a camel trek through the towering golden dunes while guides talk about the desert ecosystem, native plants, wildlife, and regional history. You'll have plenty of time to stop, take in the views, and get photos of the endless dunes around you. Later in the day a traditional Moroccan desert camp gets set up where you'll have an authentic home-cooked meal made from local ingredients. As the sun sets, you'll relax under the stars with the peaceful silence of the desert all around. The night is spent at the desert camp by the campfire.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Authentic, home-cooked meal made from local ingredients)
Included Activities
- Camel trek through Erg Chebbi dunes with local guides
- Traditional Moroccan camp setup and meal
Landmarks Erg Chebbi Dunes 
- Day 4
Erg Chebbi Dunes to Tiziri Camp
After waking up under the stars, you'll continue your desert adventure by trekking deeper into the vast Erg Chebbi dunes on camel. The golden sands stretch endlessly ahead of you. Local guides share stories about the desert, hidden gems, and Berber culture along the way. You'll journey to the other side of the dunes where the scenery gets even more dramatic with rolling sandscapes and total isolation. As the sun dips lower, you arrive at Tiziri Camp, a luxury desert retreat in the dunes. After freshening up, you'll have a traditional Moroccan dinner under the stars with a live Berber music performance around the campfire.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Moroccan dinner under the stars with live Berber music performance)
Included Activities
- Camel trek deeper into Erg Chebbi dunes
- Traditional Moroccan dinner under the stars with live Berber music performance
Landmarks Erg Chebbi Dunes - Day 5
Merzouga to Ouarzazate
After breakfast at camp, a 4x4 picks you up for an exciting ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes to a hotel within the dunes themselves. Then you'll head to the lively Rissani Local Market for a leisurely stroll and a look into Berber culture and regional trading traditions. The route continues to N'Kob, a charming village with 44 traditional Kasbahs and a lush palm grove oasis, traveling through the rugged Hamada mountains and the scenic Deraa Valley full of palm trees. You'll grab lunch in Agdez, then cross the dramatic Ait Saouen mountain pass on the way to Ouarzazate, Morocco's film industry hub. There you'll explore the famous cinema studios, film museum, and historic Taourirt Kasbah before settling in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Rissani Local Market
- Visit N'Kob and traditional Kasbahs
- Visit Ouarzazate cinema studios
- Visit film museum in Ouarzazate
- Visit Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate
Landmarks Rissani Local Market N'Kob Deraa Valley Ait Saouen Pass Ouarzazate Taourirt Kasbah - Day 6
Ouarzazate to Marrakech
You'll depart Ouarzazate heading to the High Atlas Mountains, traveling through the lush Ounila Valley with its river landscapes and charming Berber villages. Your first stop is the historic Telouat Kasbah, an 18th-century fortress showcasing traditional Moroccan architecture. From there you cross the Tizi N'Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters/7,415 feet with panoramic views stretching out along the way. By late afternoon you arrive in Marrakech and get dropped off at your accommodation in the heart of the ancient medina. You'll be right there to explore the vibrant energy, rich culture, and history of the city on your own.
- End point
- Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco (Your accommodation in Marrakech, 16:00 - 18:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Telouat Kasbah
Landmarks Ounila Valley Telouat Kasbah Tizi N'Tichka Pass Marrakech
