Experience the magic of Morocco on this unforgettable 7-day journey from Marrakech through the southern oases, ancient kasbahs, dramatic gorges, and the endless dunes of the Sahara Desert. Ride camels into the heart of Erg Chebbi, meet nomads, cross the Draa Valley, and finish your adventure on the breezy Atlantic coast in the artistic town of Essaouira.
Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley – Todra Gorges
We depart from Marrakech crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with stops in picturesque Berber villages.
Explore the Telouet Kasbah and drive along the stunning Ounila Valley to visit the legendary Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, one of Morocco’s most iconic sites.
Continue along the Route of 1000 Kasbahs, visiting Amridil Kasbah in Skoura, then pass through the Valley of Roses and enjoy photo stops in Dades Valley.
End the day in Todra Gorges, where you’ll have dinner and stay overnight in a local hotel.
Day 2: Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, continue your journey through Tafilalt’s oases and villages toward Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops.
From here, cross the rocky desert plateau to reach Merzouga, gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Mount your camel and trek across the golden dunes to your Berber desert camp.
Enjoy a traditional dinner under the stars, with local music and drumming by the campfire. Overnight in comfortable nomadic tents.
Day 3: Merzouga – Alnif – Tazarine – Zagora
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, then ride camels back to the edge of the desert.
Visit Rissani and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif,
then head toward the palm groves of Alnif and Tazarine, crossing the wild and vast Hamada desert.
Meet nomadic families in traditional tents before continuing to Zagora.
Dinner and overnight in a charming hotel or guesthouse.
Day 4: Zagora – Agdz – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
After breakfast, explore the Zagora palm grove, then drive through the lush Draa Valley, home to thousands of date palms and ancient kasbahs.
Stop at Tamnougalt Kasbah in Agdz, then continue to Ouarzazate for a short visit and coffee break.
Cross the Atlas Mountains again, arriving in Marrakech by evening.
Dinner and overnight in a beautiful riad.
Day 5: Marrakech – Essaouira
After breakfast, head west to the coastal city of Essaouira (ancient Mogador).
En route, stop at an argan oil cooperative run by local women.
In Essaouira, stroll through the medina, explore the Jewish quarter, visit the Sqala port, and walk along the surfers’ beach.
Dinner and overnight in a riad by the sea.
Day 6: Essaouira – Marrakech
After a relaxed morning, return to Marrakech in the afternoon.
Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner accompanied by a Berber folkloric show in a local restaurant.
Overnight stay in a charming riad.
Day 7: Marrakech – Airport Transfer
After breakfast, we transfer you to Marrakech Menara Airport.
End of your 7-day Moroccan journey from the desert to the ocean.
Tour Highlights
Telouet Kasbah
Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Atlas Studios in Ouarzazate
Amridil & Taourirt Kasbahs
Rose Valley & Dades Valley
Todra Gorges
Merzouga & the Sahara Desert dunes
Camel trekking & Berber campfire night
Draa Valley & Tamnougalt Kasbah
Essaouira Medina & Atlantic beaches
What's Included
Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech
Private transportation with air-conditioning
Local guide at Ait Ben Haddou
1 night in hotel at Todra Gorges
1 night in luxury desert camp (Erg Chebbi, Merzouga)
Camel ride in the Sahara
1 night in hotel in Zagora
2 nights in Marrakech (before and after Essaouira)
1 night in riad in Essaouira
Transfer to Marrakech airport
Not Included
Flights
Lunches
Drinks
Entrance fees & personal expenses