Agadir to the Sahara and Marrakech
For travellers arriving in Agadir: kasbahs, palm groves and gorges to the Merzouga desert, ending in Marrakech.
- Agadir
- Aït Benhaddou
- Skoura
- Dades Gorges
- Merzouga
- Agdz
- Ouarzazate
- Marrakech
Perfect for: Holidaymakers in Agadir · Couples · Walkers
On request – free, no-obligation quote
Highlights
- Start in Agadir
- Aït Benhaddou kasbah and Skoura palm grove
- Hike in the Dades Gorges (optional)
- A night in the Merzouga desert
- Sunrise balloon flight (optional)
Why choose this tour
- 1
From the ocean to the Sahara
Start by the Agadir ocean and reach the Merzouga dunes.
- 2
Nature and kasbahs
Skoura palm grove, the Dades Gorges with an optional hike and the Draa Valley.
- 3
End in Marrakech
The last day in Marrakech, with a sunrise balloon flight on request.
Day-by-day programme
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Day1
Arrival in Agadir
Airport welcome and transfer to the hotel. Free evening on the seafront.
Night: Agadir
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Day2
Agadir → Aït Benhaddou → Skoura
Across the Anti-Atlas to the UNESCO kasbah of Aït Benhaddou, then the Skoura palm grove. Long day, about 7 hours.
Night: Skoura
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Day3
Skoura → Dades Gorges
The Valley of Roses and the Dades Gorges. Optional hike among the rock formations.
Night: Dades Gorges
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Day4
Dades Gorges → Todra Gorge → Merzouga
Todra Gorge, then the Erg Chebbi dunes and a camel ride at sunset. About 5 hours.
Night: Desert camp
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Day5
Merzouga → Agdz → Ouarzazate
Sunrise on the dunes, then the southern road through Alnif and N'Kob to the palm groves of the Draa Valley at Agdz, and Ouarzazate. About 6 h 30.
Night: Ouarzazate
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Day6
Ouarzazate → Marrakech
Back to Marrakech over the High Atlas and the Tizi n'Tichka pass. About 4 hours.
Night: Marrakech
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Day7
Sunrise balloon (optional), Marrakech and departure
On request, a sunrise hot air balloon flight. Then a guided visit of the medina and an airport transfer in the evening. End of tour.
Driving times are approximate. The programme can be changed.
To travel at an easier pace we recommend 8 days, for example with one more night in the Merzouga desert. We prepare the programme for you.
Ask for the 8-day versionWhat is included
- Transport with driver for the whole tour (private or shared in the group)
- 6 nights in hotels, a kasbah and a desert camp
- Sunset camel ride in Merzouga
- Guided visit of Marrakech
- Agadir airport welcome and Marrakech airport transfer
Not included
- International flights
- Hot air balloon flight (optional, on request)
- Tips and personal expenses
Meals and hotel level (standard, comfort or luxury) are agreed together in the quote.
When to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Ideal Good Very hot
January and February: low season, fewer tourists and often cheaper flights. Sunny days and cool nights in the desert: bring a warm jumper.
In high season (March–May and September–November) we recommend booking early.
Questions about this tour
Why do you recommend 8 days?
With one more day you stay two nights in the Merzouga desert and the trip is more relaxed.
Is the Dades Gorges hike difficult?
It is optional and adapted to you: we choose the path and length together, or you can skip it.
Can the tour start from my hotel in Agadir?
Yes, we pick you up at your hotel or at the airport.
Ask about this tour
Tell us your dates and how many you are: we reply with the programme and a quote.
- Local guides (Italian-speaking on request)
- Private or group: you choose
- A night in the Merzouga desert
- Quick reply with programme and quote