Morocco Amazing Destination
9 Days Morocco Tour from Marrakesh - Sahara Desert, Essaouira & Cultural Highlights
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Tour Overview
Night in Marrakesh - Explore the Red City's vibrant souks, palaces, and gardens
Night in Dades - Scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains and the Valley of Roses
Nights in the Sahara Desert - One in a luxury camp under the stars, one in a desert hotel
Night in Erfoud - Capital of dates and fossils, gateway to desert heritage
Night in Ouarzazate - Morocco's film capital with cinematic landscapes
Nights in Essaouira - Relax on the Atlantic coast, enjoy art galleries, and taste fresh seafood
Day 1: Arrival in Marrakesh - Discover the Red City
Your driver will greet you at Marrakesh airport and transfer you to your Riad. After freshening up, begin a guided tour of Marrakesh.
Visit the Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, Majorelle Gardens, Badi Palace, and the traditional tanneries. Stroll through the serene Menara Gardens before heading to the Koutoubia Mosque and the vibrant Jemaa el-Fnaa Square with snake charmers, storytellers, and musicians.
End the day wandering through the bustling souks. Overnight in Riad Merzouga.
Day 2: Marrakesh to Ait Ben Haddou to Dades
Depart at 8:00 AM for a scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains. Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and enjoy lunch nearby.
Continue through the Valley of Roses, famous for rose water and cosmetics. Arrive in Dades for dinner and relaxation.
Overnight in Kasbah Didis.
Day 3: Dades to Todra Gorges to Merzouga Desert
Travel through Todra Gorges, stopping to admire the towering rock walls. Enjoy lunch in Tinejdad and visit a Berber shop to see authentic handicrafts.
Arrive in Merzouga, where camels will take you into the dunes for sunset. Spend the night in a luxury desert camp under the star-filled sky.
Overnight in Shooting Stars Camp.
Day 4: Sahara Desert Excursion
Explore the desert culture with visits to the Khamlia tribe and Berber nomads, learning about carpet weaving, traditional cooking, and daily life.
Free time in the afternoon for optional quad biking or buggy rides.
Overnight in Dunes d'Or Hotel, Merzouga.
Day 5: Merzouga to Rissani to Erfoud
Wake early for an unforgettable desert sunrise. Visit Rissani, home to one of Morocco's liveliest souks and the unique donkey market.
Continue to Erfoud, known for fossils and marble craftsmanship.
Overnight in Kasr Assalasil, Erfoud.
Day 6: Erfoud to Alnif to Agdz to Ouarzazate
Journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Alnif for lunch. Visit Nkoub village, enjoy panoramic viewpoints, and tour Kasbah Taourirt in Ouarzazate.
Overnight in Riad Amlal, Ouarzazate.
Day 7: Ouarzazate to Essaouira
Visit Atlas Film Studios, then travel across the High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2,260m). Stop for photos in small villages surrounded by argan trees.
Arrive in Essaouira, explore the medina, ramparts, art galleries, and enjoy fresh seafood at a local restaurant.
Overnight in Hotel Miramar, Essaouira.
Day 8: Free Day in Essaouira
Relax by the beach, visit artisan workshops, or take a stroll through the historic medina. Essaouira is perfect for enjoying the coastal breeze and Moroccan seaside charm.
Overnight in Hotel Miramar.
Day 9: Essaouira to Marrakesh Airport
After breakfast, enjoy free time before your transfer to Marrakesh airport for your departure flight.
What's included
Airport pick-up and drop-off in Marrakesh
Private transport in a comfortable air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle
Professional multilingual driver/guide
Fuel and vehicle expenses
Accommodation in private rooms/suites with en-suite bathrooms
Luxury desert camp experience in Merzouga
All breakfasts and 5 dinners (Dades, desert, and Ouarzazate)
Camel trek in the Sahara Desert
4×4 desert excursion
Private guided tour in Marrakesh
What's Not Included
International flights
Entrance fees to attractions
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal expenses
What our travelers say
Reviews from TripAdvisor
The best Berbers in the desert
"100X100 recommended, Both Hassan and Hamid amazing, has not been my first experience but if the best, you live exactly what life is in the desert and I will definitely repeat with them I have no doubt. He offered us at home a real Berber meal, very hospitable family. We adore you"
Esther V
Excellent trip from Sahara to Marrakech
"We had an absolutely unforgettable experience on our route through Morocco, thanks to our guide Hassan, who not only showed us spectacular places, but also opened the doors of his house and got to know the authentic Berber culture. It's a lovely family"
Yolanda B
Spectacular experience 100% recommended
"The service of our guide Hassan has been excellent. At all times we have felt accompanied by him, feeling him as a friend who has made the journey with us and who has transmitted to us the passion for his work, his country, his people and especially his Berber culture."
Recardo J
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this tour combine beach and desert?
Yes, it is one of our best combination tours, featuring the Saharan dunes of Merzouga and finishing with two relaxing nights in the coastal town of Essaouira.
Is this good for families?
Absolutely, the mix of adventure (camel trekking), culture, and relaxation (beach time) makes it perfect for families and couples alike.
Is it a circular route?
Yes, the tour starts and finishes in Marrakech, making it convenient if you have round-trip flights to Marrakech.
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