Aït Ben Haddou, the Todra Gorge and a night in the Erg Chebbi dunes, in a small group.
Three days from Marrakech to the dunes of Erg Chebbi and back, in a small group with a driver-guide.
Cross the High Atlas, visit the UNESCO kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, walk the Todra Gorge, ride a camel into the dunes at sunset and wake up for the Sahara sunrise.
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Fixed programme. Times are approximate and depend on the road.
About 330 km · 7 h on the road
Hotels used: Hôtel Rose Mgouna, Hôtel Restaurant Bougafer, Kasbah Oued Dades or Hotel Restaurant Bio Palace
About 300 km · 6 h on the road
About 560 km · 10 h on the road
Day one climbs the High Atlas to the Tizi n'Tichka (2,260 m) with a viewpoint and a coffee stop, then drops to Aït Ben Haddou around 11:30 — about an hour in the ksar, with the local guide if you add it — and continues through Ouarzazate, Skoura and the rose valley to the Dades Valley for dinner and the night.
Day two starts at the Dades Gorge viewpoint above the hairpins, then Tinghir and the Todra Gorge: a 45-minute walk along the river between the cliffs. After lunch the road runs east through Erfoud and Rissani to Merzouga, arriving around 17:00. Camels take you into Erg Chebbi, about an hour, for sunset from the dunes, dinner at the camp, music by the fire and a night in a private tent.
Day three is the long one: the dune climb before sunrise, breakfast, camels back, then Alnif and the Draa Valley, Ouarzazate for lunch, the Tichka in the afternoon light and Marrakech around 19:30. Standard camp included; luxury camp with a private bathroom as an option at booking.
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Depending on the date, the night is at Hôtel Rose Mgouna, Hôtel Restaurant Bougafer, Kasbah Oued Dades or Hotel Restaurant Bio Palace: the same standard, the same area.
Tell us your room needs (single, twin, family) when you book.
Shared tour from Marrakech to Merzouga, first night in a family riad in the Dades, second night at a standard desert camp (shared bathrooms), camel trek at sunset, dinner and Gnawa music. Back in Marrakech on day 3.
Same itinerary and same small group, but your desert night is in a luxury camp: private en-suite tent with a real bed, hot shower and a terrace on the sand.
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Answered by our team in Marrakech · updated November 2026.
Yes. The night in Merzouga Standard Tents is included. The luxury camp, Merzouga Dunes Luxury Camps, is an option you can choose when you book.
Both are in the Erg Chebbi dunes, with dinner and breakfast. In the standard camp the bathrooms are shared. In the luxury camp your tent has its own bathroom.
At 07:00, at your hotel or riad in Marrakech, within 8 km of Jemaa el-Fna. You are dropped off at the same place on day 3, in the evening.
Dinner and breakfast both nights. Lunches and drinks are not included: plan about €8 to €12 per meal.
It is about 560 km from Marrakech to Merzouga, split over days 1 and 2 with stops on the way. Day 3 is the long day: the whole way back to Marrakech.
Comfortable clothes and shoes, sunglasses and sun cream, and a warm layer: desert nights are cool, and in winter they can be near 0 °C.
Yes. Children pay 80% of the adult price on multi-day tours.
Yes, free of charge up to 24 hours before departure. You can pay a 30% deposit when you book, or the full amount.
3 days · private · any dateYour own vehicle and driver-guide, pick-up at your door.
from · per person€8464 days · small groupSmall group, fixed 07:00 departure, standard camp included.
from · per person€289
4 days · private · any dateYour own vehicle and driver-guide, pick-up at your door.
from · per person€1,068Real words from travellers who took our tours, as they wrote them.
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.
Rashed best guide , 10/10 its so funny
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!
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!
It was nice and we enjoyed especially in Sahara desert quad bike and camel riding.
It was very wonderful experience throughout the entire journey , especially the guide very friendly
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