Marrakech Agoudal Merzouga Ouarzazate
7-Day Desert Tour Overview: Marrakech - Bin Louidan - Agoudal - Merzouga - Ouarzazate - Marrakech
This 7-day desert tour offers an unforgettable adventure through Morocco's diverse landscapes, from bustling cities to serene deserts. It’s a perfect blend of culture, nature, and unique desert experiences, including camel trekking, ancient kasbahs, and dramatic mountain views.
Day 1: Marrakech to Bin Louidan
Departure from Marrakech: Start your journey from Marrakech, the vibrant city famous for its historical sites, souks, and culture.
Bin Louidan: A small town located near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, Bin Louidan offers an authentic, less-touristy glimpse of rural Morocco. Enjoy scenic views as you begin to travel through the High Atlas region.
Overnight: Stay in a local guesthouse or hotel, surrounded by the tranquility of nature.
Day 2: Bin Louidan to Agoudal
Travel to Agoudal: Continue the journey through the stunning Atlas Mountains, passing through winding roads and valleys. Agoudal is a small Berber village known for its high-altitude beauty and traditional architecture.
Explore Agoudal: Discover the charm of Agoudal with its terraced fields, remote mountain vistas, and local Berber culture.
Overnight: Spend the night in a local guesthouse or camping in the scenic countryside.
Day 3: Agoudal to Merzouga
Journey to Merzouga: After breakfast, drive towards Merzouga, located at the edge of the Sahara Desert. Along the way, you’ll pass through charming towns like Tinerhir and Erfoud.
Todra Gorge: Stop by the breathtaking Todra Gorge, a narrow canyon with towering rock formations.
Merzouga: Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon, where the desert adventure begins. Take a camel ride into the vast dunes of Erg Chebbi, famous for its golden sand dunes that rise as high as 150 meters.
Overnight in the Desert: Spend the night in a desert camp, where you'll enjoy Berber hospitality, traditional music, and stargazing.
Day 4: Merzouga – Sahara Desert
Full Day in the Sahara: Wake up early to witness a beautiful desert sunrise, then enjoy a day of exploration. You’ll have the opportunity to ride camels through the dunes, explore the surrounding area, or even visit a nomadic Berber family.
Cultural Experiences: Learn about the local customs, nomadic life, and the incredible desert ecosystem.
Overnight in the Desert: Return to your desert camp for another night under the stars.
Day 5: Merzouga to Ouarzazate
Departure from Merzouga: After breakfast, start your drive toward Ouarzazate, known as the "Gateway to the Sahara."
Ait Benhaddou: Stop at the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, an ancient fortified city that has been the backdrop for many Hollywood films.
Arrive in Ouarzazate: Explore the city and its iconic kasbahs, such as Taourirt Kasbah. Ouarzazate is also home to the Atlas Film Studios, where many famous movies have been shot.
Overnight: Stay in a hotel or guesthouse in Ouarzazate.
Day 6: Ouarzazate to Marrakech
Journey back to Marrakech: On your way back to Marrakech, pass through the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, a stunning mountain pass offering panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains.
Arrive in Marrakech: Once in Marrakech, you can enjoy a leisurely afternoon at the famous Jemaa el-Fna square, explore the medina, or visit the Majorelle Garden.
Overnight in Marrakech: Rest in a riad or hotel in the heart of the city.