Tour description – Marrakech
This private tour (4 days / 3 nights) takes you from Marrakech a Marrakech, with local guides and everything organised at your own pace.
Si quieres vivir el desierto de Merzouga desde Marrakech sin agobios, esta ruta de cuatro días es nuestra recomendación. Es la versión tranquila de nuestro circuito más popular: los mismos paisajes imprescindibles —Ait Ben Haddou, el valle del Dades, las gargantas del Todra y las dunas de Erg Chebbi— pero con un día extra para respirar, pasear y conocer de verdad la región.
Ese día de más lo dedicamos a nuestra tierra: el mercado de Rissani, la antigua Sijilmasa de las caravanas, y el pueblo de Khamlia, donde la comunidad descendiente de esclavos subsaharianos conserva la hipnótica música gnawa. Son paradas que no caben en las rutas rápidas y que dan al viaje una dimensión humana muy especial.
Viajamos siempre en privado, a vuestro ritmo, con conductor-guía de habla hispana. Cuéntanos tus fechas y cuántos sois y te enviamos un presupuesto a medida, sin compromiso, con opción de campamento de lujo y noches adicionales.
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Highlights – Marrakech
- The unhurried version of our most popular route
- Night at a luxury camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate and the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs
- The Todra and Dades gorges with time to wander
- A visit to Rissani, our homeland, and its markets
Day-by-day itinerary to Marrakech
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1Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades
Crossing the High Atlas via Tizi n'Tichka, a visit to the kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and to Ouarzazate. We continue along the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs to the Dades Valley, with its spectacular bends and rock formations known as 'monkey paws'.
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2Dades – Todra Gorges – Merzouga (camp)
A morning walk through the Todra Gorges and the route to Merzouga through Berber villages. At sunset, a camel ride over the Erg Chebbi dunes and arrival at the camp to have dinner and sleep under the stars.
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3Merzouga – Rissani – Khamlia – night at the oasis
After sunrise in the dunes, we spend the day getting to know the area: the lively Rissani market (ancient Sijilmasa), the village of Khamlia and its gnawa music, and the black landscapes of the desert. Accommodation in a charming hotel near the dunes or in the Ziz Valley.
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4Return to Marrakech
Journey back to Marrakech via Tinghir, the Dades Valley and the High Atlas, with the necessary stops to eat and enjoy the scenery. Arrival in Marrakech in the late afternoon.
What's included – tour to Marrakech
Included
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Marrakech
- Private air-conditioned transport
- Spanish-speaking driver-guide
- 2 nights in a hotel and 1 night in a Berber camp
- Camel ride at sunset and sunrise
- Dinners and breakfasts as indicated
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Monument entrance fees
- Tips (optional)
Frequently asked questions – tour to Marrakech
What do I gain with this 4-day route compared to the 3-day one?
You gain time and calm. The extra day lets you get to know Rissani —our homeland—, the village of Khamlia and its gnawa music, and enjoy the gorges without watching the clock. It's the option we most recommend to families and to anyone who doesn't want to drive too many kilometres a day.
Does it include a luxury camp?
We can arrange the night in the dunes at a standard or luxury camp (tents with a private bathroom and finer touches). We will show you both options and you choose according to your budget.
Is it a good route to travel with children?
Very good. As it is private and at a more relaxed pace, it is comfortable for little ones. The camel ride is optional and we can replace it with a 4x4.
Can it end in Fez instead of Marrakech?
Yes, we can adapt the itinerary so it ends in Fez or somewhere else. Write to us with your travel plan and we'll adjust it.
Why choose this tour?
100% private tour
Just your group, no strangers. The vehicle, guide and pace are exclusively yours.
Local Amazigh guide
Mohamed and Hassan are from Rissani, at the gateway to the Sahara. They show you the desert they have known all their lives.
Flexible itinerary
We stop wherever you like, adjust the schedule and personalise every detail to your preferences.
Book with 30%
Confirm your spot with a minimum deposit. You pay the rest during the trip, no surprises.
Before travelling to Marrakech
Best time
Spring (March–May) and autumn (Sept–Nov). Winter is cold at night; summer is very hot.
What to bring
Light daytime clothes, a warm layer for the night, sunscreen, a hat and comfortable footwear for the sand.
Physical level
Basic level. The camel ride is optional and can be swapped for a 4×4 if you prefer.
Health & safety
Morocco is a safe destination. We recommend travel insurance and bringing any personal medication you need.
Pick-up
We pick you up at your hotel, riad or airport. Just give us the exact address when booking.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 7 days before. The deposit is refundable under those conditions.
Extra activities available
Camel ride
Ride to the dunes at sunset on a dromedary, guided by a local Berber.
Sandboard
Slide down the dunes of Erg Chebbi on a board. Adrenaline in the sands of the Sahara.
Desert quad biking
Explore the surroundings of Merzouga on a quad bike along sandy tracks and palm groves.
Night under the stars
Berber camp in the dunes: traditional dinner, gnawa music and a sky free of light pollution.
Village visits
Explore the ksars and nomadic villages near Merzouga with your local guide.
Traditional hammam
Authentic relaxation in a Moroccan hammam after the trip. We arrange it for you.
Extra activities are not included in the tour price. Ask us about availability and pricing.
