7-day tour from Marrakech

The best 7 days tour from Marrakech

Our 7-day tour from Marrakech allows you to enjoy yourself in the most magnificent area of the Moroccan Sahara desert, as you travel through ancient cities, mountain gorges, and valleys, contemplating the contrasts and diverse cultures given by its many landscapes.

The 7-day holiday package from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert is a fantastic way to travel back in time and learn about the country’s fascinating history. Participants will travel to city empires that feature medieval Medinas, walls, and twisting, maze-like alleyways.

Highlights of a 7-day tour from Marrakech

Itinerary:

Day 1:Welcome to Morocco - Arrival to Marrakech

Our guide will pick you up from the airport, and you will have the rest of the day to unwind while enjoying Jemaa el-Fnaa and the souks.

Day 2: Explore Marrakech with a local guide

Today, a native guide will take you on a sightseeing tour of Marrakech Medina. The famed Koutoubia Mosque, the Medina, and its souks and narrow passageways are all included on the tour.

Discover more about Marrakech’s charms and unique attractions by visiting Ali Ben Youssef Koranic School, Saadian, the Bahia Palace, and the beautiful Majorelle Gardens. Get back to your riad.

Day 3: Marrakech - Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Dades Valley

The 7-day desert tour from Marrakech will begin with a visit to the Dades Valley, followed by a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site at Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, where you will have lunch in a local restaurant near the Kasbah.

Then it’s on to Ouarzazate, often called «The Gate to the Desert,» where you’ll see the Kasbah Taourirt and the Atlas Studios. Along with its position and the nearby castles, this little city has attracted a number of foreign film producers. Until it was called «Africa’s Hollywood.»

Then we travel via the Roses and Dades valleys to the Dades gorges. Overnight in a riad or hotel among the Dades gorges with a typical Moroccan meal.

Day 4: Dades Valley - Todra Gorges - Merzouga

Continue to the valley after a hearty breakfast to see «the monkey toes,» a stunning rock outcropping, and the Kasbah of Ait Yul, a nineteenth-century kasbah. Then we’ll leave the Dades valley and head to Tinghir and the Todra gorges, where we’ll be treated to breathtaking views of old clay Berber settlements situated high above the canyon.

We’ll continue our journey to Alnif for lunch before departing for Merzouga’s beautiful sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Once we arrive, a competent camel driver will be waiting to take us on a camel ride across Erg-Magnificent Chebbi’s undulating sand dunes. You’ll take a break to relax, take in the scenery, and sandboard

After that, spend the night in a luxury desert camp in a traditional Nomadic tent beneath the stars. Following a delicious dinner, there will be a musical celebration around the fire.

Day 5: Explore Merzouga Desert - Black Desert - Nomad Family

We’ll start our off-road desert adventure today with a tour of the sand dunes, followed by a visit to Khamlia village, a settlement of dark-skinned people who were previously slaves in African countries but now live in the region and play Gnawa music. We’ll also pay a visit to the miners’ community and nomadic Berber families still living in the desert.

Day 6: Merzouga - Nkob - Agdz - Ouarzazate

We left Merzouga after a farewell breakfast and shower at the lodge and continued our drive to Ouarzazate along a different route that passes through Berber villages in the Atlas Mountains, such as Agdz and the Draa valley. Until we get to Ouarzazate in the evening. For supper and the night, we slept at a local riad.

Day 7: Ouarzazate - High Atlas Mountains - Marrakech

After a visit to the studios, we will depart Ouarzazate in the morning for Marrakech, traversing the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi N Tichka pass, which offers magnificent views of gorges, mountains, and various Berber towns nearby, and arrive in Marrakech in the evening.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

WHAT IS EXCLUDED?

Additional info about our 7-day tour from marrakech :

Travel Insurance:

At the risk of sounding like your parents, buy travel insurance before you leave. It’s one of those items you don’t want to leave the house without. Depending on your travel style, we recommend either World Nomads or Safety Wing.

Before departing on a tour, the client should get personal insurance from a reliable insurer to cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation fees, luggage loss, and tour cancellation penalties.

NOTES:

If you wish to change something about this trip, just let us know your ideas and travel plans, and we’ll come up with a comparable or alternative schedule that meets your needs. For further information, please contact us.

DEPOSIT & PAYMENT

To reserve your desert 7 days tour, we require a deposit via PayPal or bank transfer, with the remainder paid in cash upon your arrival. We are entirely flexible in arranging your customised trip based on your travel preferences and budget.

Cash or credit cards:

We accept cash in Euros(€), Pounds(£), USD($), or local Dirhams(MAD) for the 7-day desert trip balance. We recommend paying cash to your guide on the first day of the tour. If you do not want to go with a lot of cash, we propose paying with credit or mastercard, however there is a 6% fee.

Cancellation Policy

We can cancel your 7-day tour for free if you notify us one week before the tour begins. Simply notify us of your cancellation by email, and we will issue a full refund. Also, if you wish to postpone your trip to a later date.

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What kind of vehicles are used?

Morocco Ultra Tours uses a comfortable automobile. As a result, for parties of less than six people, we use a Toyota Prado Land Cruiser. We used an 8-seater van and a 17-seater minibus for groups larger than 8 people.

How far is Merzouga from Fes

The distance between Marrakech and Merzouga is 460 kilometers.

Is there another option to go to the camp except Camels?

Yes, for travelers who choose not to ride camels, we employ a 4×4 vehicle to transport you to the camp at no additional cost. Optionally, ATV Quads / Buggy Dune can be rented for an additional fee. You only need to notify us at the time of booking.

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ATV/Quad Sand Dune Adventure in Merzouga

A thrilling Quad excursion allows you to explore the unique magnificence of the dunes. Fly above the desert of Merzouga, experiencing the Erg Chebbi dunes tremble beneath your feet. You’ll see a combination of vivid orange and completely silent surroundings as you descend into valleys and mount hills. Before returning, stop for a traditional cup of tea with a group of desert nomads. Listen to their stories while you rest in the shade of the palm trees.

Overnight in a Luxury Desert Camp

A night in the desert is a traditional Moroccan cultural experience, but staying in a luxury camp may make the trip much more memorable! The camp’s owners are Berber nomads who have lived in the Sahara’s sand dunes and arid terrain. They chose to pursue their goals and build a luxury camp that focuses on environmentally sustainable operations in order to preserve the desert and the experience for future generations.

Visit the Market Towns of Rissani

Rissani’s market village is entered through an attractive gate. Spend some time viewing the famed donkey «parking lot» and roaming about the town’s popular market, which is known for its livestock auction. Maison Tuareg is a traditional arts and crafts business selling carpets, jewelry, leather goods, and other items.

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7-day tour from Marrakech