Day 1: 07:30 pick-up in Marrakech and depart toward the High Atlas.
- Scenic stops en route to Tizi n’Tichka Pass for photos.
- Continue to Aït Ben Haddou; optional guided walk inside the ksar.
- Lunch in the Ouarzazate area (or en route depending on timing).
- Drive toward Skoura / Valley of Roses region (season/route dependent).
- Arrive in Dades area for check-in, dinner, and overnight.
Day 2: depart after breakfast toward Todra Gorge.
- Easy walk through the gorge and photo time.
- Continue toward Erfoud/Rissani as landscapes turn more desert-like.
- Arrive in Merzouga and prepare a small overnight bag for the camp.
- Meet the camel team; safety briefing and scarf fitting (optional).
- Camel trek at sunset into the dunes.
- Arrive at desert camp, settle in, and enjoy dinner.
- Evening: stargazing and camp ambiance (music if available).
Day 3: sunrise on the dunes + breakfast at camp.
- Return to Merzouga by camel/4×4 (per option).
- Drive back toward an overnight stop (Ouarzazate/Agdz—per routing).
- Dinner and overnight at the stop.
Day 4: return to Marrakech via the Atlas with photo and lunch stops.
- Evening drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation.
Tour Overview
This 4-day journey takes you from Marrakech to the iconic dunes of Merzouga (Erg Chebbi)—a true Sahara highlight. You’ll cross the High Atlas, visit legendary kasbah routes, and pass through dramatic valleys and gorges. The experience includes a camel trek into the dunes, sunset and sunrise moments, and an overnight desert camp stay. With two comfortable road stages and carefully chosen stops, the route is designed for great scenery without feeling rushed. Start and finish in Marrakech.
Tour Highlights
- High Atlas landscapes and Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- UNESCO Aït Ben Haddou
- Dades & Todra scenery (valleys/gorges)
- Merzouga dunes (Erg Chebbi)
- Sunset camel trek + sunrise in the Sahara
- Overnight desert camp experience (standard/luxury)
