Travellers sharing dinner and music around the fire at a Sahara desert camp
Private tour · your own car

Private 4-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour

The Sahara at an easier pace, in your own car, with luxury stays.

4 days · 3 nightsAny dateTwo desert nights
From €1,068 per person· pay 30 % now, free cancellation 7 days
Any date · pick-up 07:00, 08:00 or 09:00
Overview

Four days, three nights

Four days from Marrakech to the dunes of Erg Chebbi and back, just you and your driver-guide, at an easier pace than the 3-day tour.

Cross the High Atlas, follow the Valley of the Roses to the Dades, ride a camel into the dunes and sleep in a luxury camp, hear Gnawa music in Khamlia, return through the Draa Valley to Ouarzazate, and end with Aït Ben Haddou and the kasbah of Telouet.

4 days
3 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

  • Skoura and the DadesThe Amridil kasbah in the palm grove, the Valley of the Roses and the "Monkey Fingers" rocks.
  • A night in Erg ChebbiCamel ride and sandboarding at sunset, a luxury tent, sunrise on the dunes.
  • Khamlia and RissaniGnawa music, then the old caravan town where Morocco's ruling dynasty began.
  • Aït Ben Haddou and TelouetThe kasbah of Gladiator, The Mummy and Game of Thrones, then the Glaoui kasbah on the road over the Atlas.
Your days

The road, day by day

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

High AtlasAnti-AtlasSaharaNDay 4 · back via Aït Ben HaddouDay 1Day 2Day 3MarrakechDadesNIGHT 1Erg ChebbiNIGHT 2OuarzazateNIGHT 3SkouraKelaat M'GounaTodra GorgeKhamliaRissaniAlnifN'KobAgdzAït Ben HaddouTelouetHigh AtlasAnti-AtlasSaharaNDay 2MarrakechDadesNIGHT 1Erg ChebbiNIGHT 2OuarzazateNIGHT 3Todra GorgeAgdz
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Day 1 of 4 · 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, stopping wherever you like.
  3. 12:30OuarzazateLunch (not included).
  4. 14:00SkouraThe palm grove, and the Amridil kasbah if you wish (entrance not included).
  5. 15:15Valley of the RosesKelaat M'Gouna, in bloom in spring.
  6. 16:30Dades GorgeThe "Monkey Fingers" rocks and a view over the gorge.
  7. EveningDades ValleyDinner 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
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Tonight · Night 1 · HotelDar Blues or similarDades Valley
  • Hotel
  • Dinner and breakfast
Where you sleep →
Day 2 of 4

Dades to Erg Chebbi

About 310 km · 5 h on the road

  1. 08:30Breakfast and departureBreakfast at the hotel.
  2. 09:00The Dades and Todra valleysPalm groves and Berber villages along the rivers.
  3. 10:00Todra GorgeNear Tinghir, between the cliffs.
  4. 12:30Lunch on the wayNot included.
  5. 16:00MerzougaA camel ride into the dunes for the sunset, and sandboarding.
  6. EveningAt the campThe desert night. 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
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Tonight · Night 2 · Desert campSahara Majestic Luxury Camp or similarErg Chebbi
  • Desert camp
  • Dinner and breakfast
Where you sleep →
Day 3 of 4

Sunrise to Ouarzazate

About 370 km · 5 h 30 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. 09:00KhamliaGnawa music in the village.
  4. 10:00RissaniAn old caravan stop and the cradle of Morocco's ruling dynasty; its market on Tuesday, Thursday or Sunday.
  5. 12:30Alnif and N'KobThe road west. Lunch on the way, not included.
  6. 15:00Agdz and the Draa ValleyPalm groves and kasbahs.
  7. EveningOuarzazateDinner and the night at Dar Chamaa or similar.

Hotels used: Dar Chamaa, Riad Chay & Boutique, Hôtel Riad Dar Daïf or Temple des Arts

Arrival at the dunes
The 4x4 circuit of Erg Chebbi
Dark woven nomad tents and a lone camel on the stony plain near M’Hamid
Tea at a nomad tent
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Tonight · Night 3 · RiadDar Chamaa or similarOuarzazate
  • Riad
  • Dinner and breakfast
Where you sleep →
Day 4 of 4

Ouarzazate to Marrakech

About 195 km · 3 h 40 on the road

  1. 08:30Breakfast and departureBreakfast at the riad.
  2. 09:00OuarzazateThe Atlas Film Studios and the Taourirt kasbah (entrance not included).
  3. 11:00Aït Ben HaddouThe kasbah with a local guide.
  4. 13:00Lunch on the wayNot included.
  5. 14:15TelouetA stop at the kasbah, on the road over the Atlas through Berber villages.
  6. 17:30Drop-off in MarrakechAt your riad or hotel. End of the trip.
Old earthen kasbah towers rising above a green palm and olive oasis in southern Morocco
The Draa Valley road
High Atlas viewpoint
The Atlas road home
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The whole journey · Read the 4 days as one story

Day one ends in the Skoura palm grove at four. Day two is the gorges and the luxury camp. Day three is the 4x4 circuit and the rest day at the lodge — pool, terrace, siesta.

Day four is the Draa Valley home, Marrakech by early evening.

Elite upgrades for Skoura (Dar Ahlam, L'Ma Lodge) and the camp on request.

Where you sleep

Three 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
  • Three nights in Luxury staysA hotel in the Dades, a luxury camp in Erg Chebbi and a riad in Ouarzazate
  • Breakfast and dinner every night
  • The camel ride into the dunes, or the 4x4 if you prefer
  • Sandboarding, and Gnawa music in Khamlia

Not included

  • Lunches and drinks, about €8 to €12 per meal
  • Entrance fees, such as Aït Ben Haddou, Telouet, the Amridil kasbah and the Atlas Film Studios
  • 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.
  • With three nights instead of two, no day has more than about 6 h 30 on the road.

Same trip, other ways

  • Private 3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga (shorter)
  • Private 4-Day Marrakech to Fes (end in Fes)
  • Private 4-Day via Zagora (by the Draa Valley)
FAQ

Questions travellers ask

Answered by our team in Marrakech · updated November 2026.

The drives are shorter, no more than about 6 h 30 a day, and you see more: Skoura, Khamlia, Rissani, the Draa Valley, Ouarzazate and Telouet.

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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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