Berber guide leading a camel caravan of travellers along a dune ridge in Erg Chebbi
Private tour · your own car

Private 3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour

Your own car and driver-guide to the Erg Chebbi dunes, with luxury stays.

3 days · 2 nightsAny dateLuxury camp included
From €846 per person· pay 30 % now, free cancellation 7 days
Any date · pick-up 07:00, 08:00 or 09:00
Overview

Three days, two nights

Three days from Marrakech to the dunes of Erg Chebbi and back, just you and your driver-guide.

Cross the High Atlas, visit Aït Ben Haddou, walk in the Todra Gorge, ride a camel into the dunes for the sunset and sleep in a luxury desert camp, then return along the Draa Valley. Luxury hotels, local guides and the camel ride are included.

3 days
2 nights on the way, all included.
30 %deposit
The rest on day 1, in cash or by card.
Any day
Pick-up at 07:00, 08:00 or 09:00, at your hotel.
4.9★
From 221 Tripadvisor reviews.
Highlights

What you will remember

  • Tizi n'Tichka and Aït Ben HaddouThe High Atlas pass at 2,260 m, then the kasbah of Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven and Game of Thrones.
  • Dades and TodraThe "Monkey Fingers" rocks, the palm oasis of Tinghir and a walk beneath the 300 m walls of the Todra Gorge.
  • A night in Erg ChebbiSunset from a high dune, tea at the camp, drums by the fire and a luxury tent.
  • The Draa ValleyA different road home, along Morocco's longest river.
Your days

The road, day by day

Suggested programme: your driver-guide adapts it to you. Times are approximate.

High AtlasAnti-AtlasSaharaNDay 3 · back via the Draa ValleyDay 1Day 2MarrakechDadesNIGHT 1Erg ChebbiNIGHT 2Tizi n'TichkaOuarzazateSkouraKelaat M'GounaTinghirTodra GorgeRissaniAlnifN'KobAgdzHigh AtlasAnti-AtlasSaharaNDay 3Day 2MarrakechDadesNIGHT 1Erg ChebbiNIGHT 2Tinghir
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Day 1 of 3 · Pick-up at your time

Marrakech to Dades

About 350 km · 6 h 30 on the road

  1. 07:00–09:00Pick-up in MarrakechAt your riad or hotel, at the time you choose. The times below are for 08:00.
  2. 10:15Tizi n'TichkaOver the High Atlas at 2,260 m, with stops in Berber villages.
  3. 11:45Aït Ben HaddouTime to explore with a local guide, then lunch (not included).
  4. 14:30OuarzazateWhere the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs begins.
  5. 15:15SkouraThe palm grove and its kasbahs.
  6. 16:15Valley of the RosesKelaat M'Gouna and its rose gardens.
  7. EveningDades ValleyThe "Monkey Fingers" rocks if there is time (or tomorrow morning). Dinner and the night at Dar Blues or similar.

Hotels used: Dar Blues, Chez Ichou, Riad Dades Paradise or La Perle du Dades

Hairpin bends of the Tizi n'Tichka road over the High Atlas
The Tizi n'Tichka pass
Earthen kasbah towers of Ait Ben Haddou beside the Ounila river, with walkers crossing
The ksar of Aït Ben Haddou
Rounded red rock formations known as the Monkey Fingers in the Dades Valley
The Dades Valley
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Tonight · Night 1 · HotelDar Blues or similarDades Valley
  • Hotel
  • Dinner and breakfast
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Day 2 of 3

Tinghir to Erg Chebbi

About 310 km · 5 h on the road

  1. 08:30Breakfast and departureBreakfast at the hotel.
  2. 09:30TinghirA viewpoint over the palm oasis and its villages.
  3. 10:00Todra GorgeA walk beneath the 300 m walls.
  4. 12:30Lunch on the wayNot included.
  5. 16:00MerzougaYour camel into the dunes, with a stop on a high dune for the sunset.
  6. EveningAt the campTea on arrival, then dinner, drums and stories by the fire. Dinner and the night at Sahara Majestic Luxury Camp or similar.

Hotels used: Sahara Majestic Luxury Camp, Dihya Desert Luxury Camp or Royal Luxury Camp

Two walkers between the towering red cliffs of the Todra Gorge at sunset
The Todra Gorge
Berber guide leading a camel caravan of travellers along a dune ridge in Erg Chebbi
Camels into the dunes
Breakfast for two at a luxury desert camp in the dunes
A luxury tent
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Tonight · Night 2 · Desert campSahara Majestic Luxury Camp or similarErg Chebbi
  • Desert camp
  • Dinner and breakfast
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Day 3 of 3

Sunrise to Marrakech

About 560 km · 9 h on the road

  1. DawnSunrise from a duneNear the camp.
  2. 08:00Back to MerzougaBreakfast at the camp, then back by camel or 4x4.
  3. 09:00RissaniA different road home begins.
  4. 10:30Alnif and N'KobDesert plains and earthen kasbahs.
  5. 13:00Agdz and the Draa ValleyAlong Morocco's longest river.
  6. 14:15OuarzazateLunch (not included).
  7. 17:00Tizi n'TichkaThe High Atlas. Stop wherever you like: the car is yours.
  8. 19:15Drop-off in MarrakechAt your riad or hotel. End of the trip.
Traveller standing on a dune watching the sun rise over the Erg Chebbi sand sea
Sunrise over Erg Chebbi
Dense date palm grove of the Draa Valley seen from an old earthen ksar
The Draa Valley
High Atlas viewpoint
The Atlas road home
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The whole journey · Read the 3 days as one story

Day one crosses the Atlas (Telouet on request), gives you real time in Aït Ben Haddou and follows the kasbah road to a family riad in the Dades Valley. Day two walks the Todra Gorge at your pace and ends with camels into Erg Chebbi and the luxury camp.

Day three starts on a dune at sunrise and runs home through the Draa Valley, Ouarzazate and the pass — at your address or the airport by early evening.

Vehicle by group size: a 4x4 or car up to 4, a minivan up to 6, a minibus beyond; larger groups get more vehicles, never split.

Where you sleep

Two nights, one of them in the dunes

Every place, with real photos. Look before you book.

Night 1

Dar Blues

Night 1 · Dades Valley

Depending on the date, the night is at Dar Blues, Chez Ichou, Riad Dades Paradise or La Perle du Dades: the same standard, the same area.

Hotel
Dinner and breakfast
Dades Valley

Tell us your room needs (single, twin, family) when you book.

Inclusions

What's covered

No hidden extras. What you see here is the full list, for every traveller.

Included in your price

  • Pick-up and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Marrakech
  • Your own air-conditioned vehicle (4x4, van or minibus, depending on your group) with an English-speaking driver-guide, fuel and tolls
  • All local guides on the way, including Aït Ben Haddou
  • Two nights in Luxury staysA hotel in the Dades and a luxury camp in Erg Chebbi
  • Breakfast and dinner both nights
  • The camel ride into the dunes, or the 4x4 if you prefer
  • Sandboarding on the dunes

Not included

  • Lunches and drinks, about €8 to €12 per meal
  • Entrance fees, such as Aït Ben Haddou
  • Tips and travel insurance
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Good to know

Before you pack your bag

Your stays

  • We confirm your stays within 24 h of booking. If none of the stays listed is free on your dates, we offer one of the same level or better, or a full refund. Prefer Standard (lower price) or Elite stays? Tell us, we send you a quote within 24 h.

Add to your trip

  • Airport transfer · €25 per person one way, €50 both ways
  • Romantic dinner in the desert · €50 per person
  • Desert photographer · €300 per day
  • Proposal setup in the desert · €700 per person
  • Quad or buggy on the dunes
  • Hot air balloon in Marrakech · €100 per person

Why Morocco Tiziri

  • Our own fleet of 21 vehicles, driven by our own drivers
  • Licensed tour operator, N° 2458961, since 2020
  • More than 10,000 travellers hosted
  • Book online with a clear price, instant confirmation and your trip in My trips

Good to know

  • Tell us when you book if you are vegetarian, vegan or have an allergy.
  • On the way we stop at a local shop or cooperative (carpets, argan, fossils…). It is a short stop and buying is entirely up to you.

Same trip, other ways

  • Private 4-Day Marrakech to Merzouga (an easier pace)
  • Private 3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga with a Full Day in the Sahara
FAQ

Questions travellers ask

Answered by our team in Marrakech · updated November 2026.

Yes, in one of the stays listed for each night. We confirm which one within 24 hours of booking.

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Reviews

What travellers say

Real words from travellers who took our tours, as they wrote them.

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★★★★★Highlighted

An Incredible Atlas Mountains & Sahara Adventure with a True Berber Guide

Iddir provided an unforgettable three-day journey through the Atlas Mountains, valleys, gorges, and the Sahara Desert. From the moment our trip began, his deep connection to the land, culture, and people was evident. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged, from the unique accommodations and delicious local meals to the knowledgeable local guides who enriched our experience with history, traditions, and personal stories. Iddir struck the perfect balance between flexibility and organization—giving our group freedom to enjoy the adventure while always keeping us informed about what to expect, travel times, and rest stops along the way. His hospitality went far beyond simply driving us from place to place. He took excellent care of our group, handled luggage, ensured everyone was comfortable, and made us feel welcomed throughout the journey. The trip was filled with laughter, music, fascinating conversations, and countless opportunities to stop for photos at breathtaking viewpoints. What made this experience truly special was the atmosphere Iddir created. By the end of the tour, it felt less like a group of travelers and more like friends sharing an adventure together. His warmth, authenticity, and pride in his Berber heritage made Morocco come alive in a way that guidebooks never could. I highly recommend Iddir to anyone looking for an exceptional guide with local roots, genuine hospitality, and a passion for sharing the beauty and culture of Morocco.

Coastal793513June 2026
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★★★★★

Very good experience

Rashed best guide , 10/10 its so funny

marc CSeptember 2026
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★★★★★

An unforgettable experience!

Rashid, a top-notch guide! From the beginning he was very approachable with all of us, always attentive to our comfort. He played awesome music during the trip and was always checking to see if we were okay! Honestly, a 10/10 guide, super nice, we would definitely go with him again!

Elna PSpainSeptember 2026
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★★★★★

experience to the desert

Very happy with the experience. Our guide Rachid was super friendly, attentive, and explained everything great. He made us enjoy the trip a lot. We would definitely do it again!

Paula DAugust 2026
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★★★★★

Best

It was nice and we enjoyed especially in Sahara desert quad bike and camel riding.

MARIYA TAugust 2026
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Excellent

It was very wonderful experience throughout the entire journey , especially the guide very friendly

Sandra JAugust 2026
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A camel caravan on the dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunsetReply within 24 h
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