3-Days Private Tour in Merzouga Desert
At a glance
3-Days Private Tour in Merzouga Desert is a 3 days private experience in Marrakech, Morocco, operated by Moroccan Travel Trip By Promythic Tours Company. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $570.89 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private transportation, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 17 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3 days
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- Arabic, English, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
The private three-day trip to the gorges of Todra and the great dunes of Merzouga is a trip that spans over three days, departing from Marrakech. Just passing Tichka pass and the high Atlas mountains, we arrive first at the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a famous fortified village, then Ouarzazate, famous for its movie studios. We will cross the great Valley of Roses to arrive in The evening at the gorges of Dades Canyon. The next day, we'll continue on the road towards Merzouga, visiting the Todra gorges known for their palm trees and their mountains crossed by a long river. Arriving at Merzouga desert where we'll be taken in charge by camel riders who will lead us on camels back to the campsite. After contemplating the sunset on the dunes of Merzouga, around a fire, songs and dances of the Twareg will accompany us while we enjoy a good dinner and the silence under the stars will lull us until sunrise. The last day will be back to Marrakech by Alnif, Tazarin, Agdez, and Ouarzazate.
What's included
What's included
- Private transportation
- Dinner
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Breakfast
Not included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Itinerary
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Day 1: Marrakech-Atlas Mountains-Dadess canyon: we will cross the high Atlas, continuation the Road of the thousand Kasbahs. · 15m
Guided tour with explanation, Cross the high Atlas and reach the Tizi n’Tichka pass, 2260 meters high, Stop for pictures, and we continue to the most beautiful Kasbahs of the "Road of the thousand Kasbahs"
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Day 1: Marrakech-Atlas Mountains-Dadess canyon: we will cross the high Atlas, continuation the Road of the thousand Kasbahs. · 20m
Telouet kasbah has a rich history that is intertwined with the French. It is located in a fertile valley surrounded by palm, fig, and olive trees. The Kasbah stands alone with its original Zellij tile decorated with the Jewish Star of David, preserved silks, and grand remnants of the El Pacha Glaoui family
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Day 1: Marrakech-Atlas Mountains-Dadess canyon: we will cross the high Atlas, continuation the Road of the thousand Kasbahs. · 1h
We'll visit the ancient Kasbah of AIT BEN HADDOU, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site. You will get to explore the Kasbah with its unique architecture, adorned with grill-shaped windows and soft peach-colored walls. These traditional houses are made of adobe; a highly suitable material for the climatic conditions of the south.
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Day 1: Marrakech-Atlas Mountains-Dadess canyon: we will cross the high Atlas, continuation the Road of the thousand Kasbahs. · 20m
to OUARZAZATE, as the Moroccan Hollywood because of the famous films which have been shot there, including the “Diamond of Nile”, “Lawrence of Arabia”, “kingdom of Heaven”, “the Mommy”, “Gladiator”, “7 days in Tibet”, “Alexander the GREAT”, “Babel”,” Game of Thrones”... You can visit the TAOURIRT Kasbah, classified by UNESCO as a world heritage listed site. We can stop the lunch.
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Day 1: Marrakech-Atlas Mountains-Dadess canyon: we will cross the high Atlas, continuation the Road of the thousand Kasbahs. · 15m
Optional Stop for visiting Amredil Kasbah-Stop for pictures...
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Day 1: Marrakech-Atlas Mountains-Dadess canyon: we will cross the high Atlas, continuation the Road of the thousand Kasbahs. · 15m
Stop for pictures-Stop for toilets-Stop for coffee + optional visit to women's cooperative roses...
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Day 1: Marrakech-Atlas Mountains-Dadess canyon: we will cross the high Atlas, continuation the Road of the thousand Kasbahs. · 1h
Stops for Picture on the way to the hotel + Continuation to Dadess Canyon where we will dine and spend the night.
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Day 2: Dadess and Toudgha Canyons - Merzouga camel ride and sunset between the dunes, we'll spend the night in a Nomad tents. · 30m
Departure in the morning to the dunes of Merzouga, we'll visit the palm grove and Todra gorges, we will have a short hike between the majestic Todra canyons ...
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Day 2: Dadess and Toudgha Canyons - Merzouga camel ride and sunset between the dunes, we'll spend the night in a Nomad tents. · 15m
We can visit the local market for dates, don't miss tasting good dates offered by locals + pictures ...
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Day 2: Dadess and Toudgha Canyons - Merzouga camel ride and sunset between the dunes, we'll spend the night in a Nomad tents. · 15m
visit the Mausoleum Moulay Ali Cherif (the 1st King of the Alaouite dynasty)
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Day 2: Dadess and Toudgha Canyons - Merzouga camel ride and sunset between the dunes, we'll spend the night in a Nomad tents. · 2h
We continue to Merzouga for a camel ride through the fascinating dunes of Erg Chebbi + admire the sunset which is the great curiosity of the corner + we going to spend the night in “Nomad tents or khayma” between the dunes in a climate of atmosphere...
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Day 2: Dadess and Toudgha Canyons - Merzouga camel ride and sunset between the dunes, we'll spend the night in a Nomad tents. · 2h
Camell ride is included in between the dunes from the hotel to the luxury camp + Optional tour to the Camp by 4Dw + Pictures ...
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Day 3: Merzouga to Marrakech: we'll cross desert landscapes then Ouarzazate along the Draa valley and Marrakech in the evening · 30m
First stop on the long way to Marrakech, we can have a small Visit to the weekly market of Rissani Village + a short stop outside Rissani in the middle of nature next to a plaque where we can see fossils...
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Day 3: Merzouga to Marrakech: we'll cross desert landscapes then Ouarzazate along the Draa valley and Marrakech in the evening · 15m
Short break for toilets and drinks "coffee, tea, orange jus..."
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Day 3: Merzouga to Marrakech: we'll cross desert landscapes then Ouarzazate along the Draa valley and Marrakech in the evening · 30m
Lunchtime + pictures on Daraa Valley + optional visit to the weekly market + some stops on the top of the mountains, and wonderful views...
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Day 3: Merzouga to Marrakech: we'll cross desert landscapes then Ouarzazate along the Draa valley and Marrakech in the evening · 30m
Ouarzazate is famous for its movie studios; we can stop for an optional visit to Oscar and CLA Studios, Stop for an optional visit to Taourirt Kasbah...
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Day 3: Merzouga to Marrakech: we'll cross desert landscapes then Ouarzazate along the Draa valley and Marrakech in the evening · 15m
Short break for toilets and drinks "coffee, tea, orange jus..."
Meeting point
We can pick up all travelers directly from their accommodations.
Hotels / Riads located in Marrakech.
If you are staying inside the Medina (Old Town), your pickup will be at the closest point accessible to vehicles.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the 3-Days Private Tour in Merzouga Desert take?
The experience lasts about 3 days.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $570.89 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Private transportation; Dinner; Air-conditioned vehicle; Breakfast.
Where does it start?
We can pick up all travelers directly from their accommodations. Hotels / Riads located in Marrakech. If you are staying inside the Medina (Old Town), your pickup will be at the closest point accessible to vehicles.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Arabic, English, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Marrakech.
