Dunes and Desert Experience, Private tour

Dunes and Desert Experience, Private tour

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating private tour through Morocco with the Dunes and Desert Experience. Begin your journey in the vibrant city of Marrakech, where you can explore iconic sites like the Koutoubia Mosque and the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa Square. Travel through the majestic Atlas Mountains to the cinematic city of Ouarzazate, known for its stunning kasbahs. Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Sahara Desert in Merzouga, where endless dunes and diverse birdlife await. Enjoy the comfort of a private 4x4 vehicle and stay in charming accommodations, including a desert camp. With meals included and a knowledgeable driver-guide, this tour offers an unforgettable adventure through Morocco's rich landscapes and cultural treasures. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Admire the famous Koutoubia Mosque, the beautiful Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, and the Agdal Garden in Marrakech.

  • Explore the bustling souks and Jemaa el-Fnaa Square in Marrakech.

  • Discover Ouarzazate, known as a cinema city and for its well-preserved kasbahs.

  • Visit the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in movies like Gladiator.

  • Experience the stunning natural beauty of Dadès Gorges and Todgha Gorge.

  • Enjoy the endless dunes and birdlife in Merzouga, a jewel of the Sahara.

  • Witness a breathtaking sunrise from the top of a dune in Merzouga.

  • Drive through the picturesque Draa Valley, a green oasis in the desert landscape.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : ARRIVAL MARRAKECH

Location: Marrakech

Accommodation Name: Zalagh Kasbah & Spa or similar 4*

Meals Included: Dinner

After arriving at Marrakech Airport, you’ll be welcomed by a tour representative who’ll be waiting for you outside the airport, in front of the Arrivals exit, holding a sign with your name on it. Please do not leave the pick-up area without having met the agent/driver first. You’re then transferred to your hotel. After checking in, the rest of the day is free for you to spend at your leisure, be that beginning to explore the colourful city of Marrakech at your own pace or simply relaxing and enjoying the services available at the hotel.

Overnight in Marrakech

Day 2 : MARRAKECH – AIT BEN HADDOU – OUARZAZATE – GORGES DE DADES (330 Km – 6 hrs)

Location: Marrakech, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Kelaat M'Gouna, Dadés Gorges

Accommodation Name: Ksar Sultan or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, meet your driver in the hotel reception at about 8:00 in the morning to kick off your private tour. Begin a drive up into the Atlas Mountains until reaching the Tizi-n-Test pass, which stands at 2,226 metres of altitude, and along the way you will see a number of the typical villages that dot the High Atlas, as well as this incredible natural area’s landscapes. Arrive then at the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and well known around the world for features in movies like Gladiators or TV shows like Game of Thrones. After a break for lunch in the small town of Ait ben Haddou, continue to Ouarzazate, an ancient city you’ll stop to explore. Your next stop is the fortified village of Kelaat M'Gouna, famous for its yearly rose festival. Wrap the day up with a drive toward Dadés Gorges, a stunning natural site. Check in and have dinner at your selected hotel before spending the night.

Overnight in Dadés Gorges

Day 3 : DADÉS GORGES – TODGHA GORGE – MERZOUGA (215 Km – 3.5 hrs)

Location: Dades Gorges, Todgha Gorge, Erfoud, Erg Chebbi, Merzouga

Accommodation Name: Bivouac Erg Chebbi or similar (Desert Camp)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast in the hotel is followed by drive to the Todgha Gorge. As you explore this beautiful river canyon, the vividness of the location’s colours will make stop you several times for pictures. Continue then on your route and make a stop at Erfoud for lunch (included). Afterward, proceed to the dunes of Erg Chibbi. Here you’ll swap your means of transport for a sturdy 4x4, with which you’ll bounce and trundle toward Merzouga. Make yourself at home in this cosy desert camp and admire the sunset while sitting on the top of one of the infinite dunes. Enjoy a warm dinner around the campfire with the local Berber team, who will most certainly make you feel welcome and at home.

Overnight in Merzouga

Day 4 : MERZOUGA – RISSANI – ALNIF – TAZZRINE – DRAA VALLEY – OUARZAZATE (375 Km – 5.5 hrs)

Location: Merzouga, Rissani, Alnif, Tazarine, Draa Valley, Ouarzazate

Accommodation Name: Kenzi Azghor or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today you will be woken very early in the morning – and with good reason! Climb to the top of the dune in the pre-dawn dark to enjoy a breath-taking view of the sunrise. After breakfast, climb back into the 4x4 and drive toward Rissani, the capital of Tafilalt, where prominent members of the ancient Alawite dynasty are buried. You’ll continue to Alnif Village by crossing Jbel Saghroto to reach the Berber town of Tazarine. You will then have lunch (included) in N’kob Village before driving through the gorgeous Draa Valley, a green oasis that blooms miraculously in the middle of the desert landscape. Lastly, once you leave the desert behind, you’ll arrive to Ouarzazate, where you’ll check in and spend the night at the hotel.

Overnight in Ouarzazate

Day 5 : OUARZAZATE – MARRAKECH (200 Km – 4hrs)

Location: Ouarzazate, Taourirt Kasbah, Atlas Mountains, Tizi-n-Test Pass, Marrakech

Accommodation Name: Zalagh Kasbah & Spa or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, step out into the streets and join a guided tour of Ouarzazate that will take you to visit the former Pacha el-Glaoui Palace and the Taourirt Kasbah, built in 17th century. Enjoy a break for lunch (included) and the drive up into the stunning Atlas Mountains to the Tizi-n-Test pass, which has some unforgettable views that will make you feel like the king of the world. Once you descend from the mountains, you’ll reach Marrakech, where you’ll check in to your hotel at around 19:00.

Overnight in Marrakech

Day 6 : DEPARTURE MARRAKECH

Location: Marrakech

Meals Included: Breakfast

After one last breakfast in the hotel, hop onto your transfer to Marrakech Airport depending on what time you scheduled your onward flight, and bid farewell to Morocco as your tour comes to an end.

Breakfast included.

What's Included

  • Tour Guide

    The tour is operated with a French, English, or Spanish-speaking driver. A German-speaking guide is available at an additional cost.

  • Transportation

    Private 4x4 vehicle with A/C and a French, English, or Spanish-speaking driver. Includes transfer to and from the airport at arrival and departure.

  • Other

    Meet & Greet on day 1.

What's Not Included

  • Visas and International Flights

    Visas, international flights, and airport taxes are not included and must be paid directly by clients.

  • Driver-guide Tips

    Tips for the driver-guide are not included.

  • Insurance

    Personal travel, baggage, and medical insurance are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Telephone bills, laundry, and any items of a personal nature such as drinks and meals not stated in the programme are not included.

  • Entrance Fees

    Visit and entrance fees to museums and monuments mentioned in the itinerary are not included.

Requirements

Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting religious or official buildings in Morocco. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Please Note

  • Arrival at Marrakech Airport. After the customs formalities, our agent/driver will wait for you outside the airport, in front of the arrival exit holding a sign with your name.  Please do not leave the pick-up area without having met the agent/driver first.
  • Unmarried couples with Moroccan nationality, please inquire about local legislation concerning accommodation.
  • Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to tour contents without prior notice, including possible change of hotels and/or itinerary 

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 5 Marrakech:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Zalagh Kasbah & Spa or similar 4*
Day 2 Gorges de Dadés:
  • Standard Hotel Category = Ksar Sultan or similar 4*
Day 3 Merzouga:
  • Standard Hotel Category = Bivouac Erg Chebbi or similar (Desert Camp)
Day 4 Ouarzazate:
  • Standard Hotel Category =Kenzi Azghor or similar 4*

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 5 Marrakech:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Zalagh Kasbah & Spa or similar 4*
Day 2 Gorges de Dadés:
  • Standard Hotel Category = Ksar Sultan or similar 4*
Day 3 Merzouga:
  • Standard Hotel Category = Bivouac Erg Chebbi or similar (Desert Camp)
Day 4 Ouarzazate:
  • Standard Hotel Category =Kenzi Azghor or similar 4*

Mode of Transport

Travel in a private 4x4 vehicle with air conditioning, accompanied by a French, English, or Spanish-speaking driver, with airport transfers included for a seamless journey.

Accommodation

Enjoy 5 nights of comfortable accommodation in 4-star hotels, including Zalagh Kasbah & Spa in Marrakech, Ksar Sultan in Gorges de Dadès, and Kenzi Azghor in Ouarzazate, with a unique desert camp experience at Bivouac Erg Chebbi in Merzouga.

Check out our Q&As

  • What languages are available for the tour guide?

    The tour is operated with a French, English, or Spanish-speaking driver. A German-speaking guide is available at an additional cost.

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 5 nights of accommodation in standard hotel categories. In Marrakech, you will stay at Zalagh Kasbah & Spa or a similar 4-star hotel. In Gorges de Dadès, the accommodation is at Ksar Sultan or similar 4-star hotel. In Merzouga, you will stay at Bivouac Erg Chebbi or a similar desert camp. In Ouarzazate, the accommodation is at Kenzi Azghor or a similar 4-star hotel. ...more ...less

  • What meals are included in the tour package?

    The tour package includes 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 5 dinners.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    A private 4x4 vehicle with air conditioning is used for transportation, with a French, English, or Spanish-speaking driver. Transfers to and from the airport at arrival and departure are also included.

  • What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?

    On the first day, after arriving at Marrakech Airport, you will be welcomed by a tour representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Marrakech at your own pace or relax at the hotel.

  • What activities are planned for the third day of the tour?

    On the third day, after breakfast, you will drive to the Todgha Gorge and explore the river canyon. Afterward, you will continue to Erfoud for lunch and then proceed to the dunes of Erg Chebbi. You will switch to a 4x4 vehicle to reach Merzouga, where you will stay in a desert camp and enjoy a sunset view from the dunes, followed by dinner around a campfire.

  • What is the highlight of the fourth day of the tour?

    The highlight of the fourth day is waking up early to climb a dune and watch the sunrise in Merzouga. After breakfast, you will visit Rissani, Alnif Village, and Tazarine, and have lunch in N’kob Village. The day concludes with a drive through the Draa Valley to Ouarzazate.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

  • Do you offer any travel insurance?

    We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure. 

  • What does the price include?

    What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.

  • Are flights included in the tour?

    No, they are not included

  • Is there any option for solo traveller?

    Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.

  • Are Visa fees included in the price?

    No, visa fees are not included

  • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

    Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Lucio  

Unforgettable

Hiring with this company and specifically with our

Hiring with this company and specifically with our driver and guide was the best of the trip to Morocco and made our experience unique and unforgettable. I totally recommend it and I will never forget it. Little by little but we will meet again

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Dunes and Desert Experience, Private tour

6 Days Starting and ending in Marrakech, Morocco

Visiting: Marrakech, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Kelaat M'Gouna, Dadés Gorges, Dades Gorges, Todgha Gorge, Erfoud, Erg Chebbi, Merzouga, Rissani, Alnif, Tazarine, Draa Valley, Taourirt Kasbah, Atlas Mountains, Tizi-n-Test Pass ...more ...less

Tour code:

74040

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 8

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

10-99

Tour operated in:

English , French , Spanish

Trip Styles:

Safari Tours, Small Group

Activities:

4WD, Sightseeing

From: $1587 $1511 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$75

NB: Prices correct on 14-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

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