Ait Barka

We’ll pick you up from your accommodation in Marrakech early in the morning and begin the journey through the stunning Atlas Mountains. After about an hour, we’ll stop at Café Restaurant Tizi Ait Barka, a charming spot in the mountains where you can enjoy a quick coffee or Moroccan tea, freshen up, and take photos of the beautiful surroundings.

Tizi n Tichka

After your break at Café Restaurant Tizi Ait Barka, your guide will explain the plan for the day. Then, we continue to the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, 2,260 meters above sea level At the pass, you can take photos of the stunning mountain views and enjoy the fresh, crisp air at this iconic spot.

Agouim

After enjoying the breathtaking views at Tizi n’Tichka Pass, we continue for about 16 minutes to visit a traditional Argan Oil Cooperative in the Tichka region At the cooperative, you can learn about the production of authentic Moroccan argan oil from a knowledgeable guide, discover the many uses of argan oil for cooking and cosmetics, and take photos of the cooperative and its surroundings This visit gives you a unique cultural experience and insight into one of Morocco’s most famous natural products.

Ait Ben Haddou

After visiting the Argan Oil Cooperative, we drive about 1 hour and 20 minutes to the iconic Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Upon arrival, you can enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant to relax and recharge. Then, meet a knowledgeable local guide for a tour of the ancient Kasbah Aït Benhaddou, exploring its history, unique architecture, and learning about its role in famous films and series After exploring the kasbah, we return briefly to the restaurant before continuing our journey through Morocco’s beautiful landscapes.

El Kelaa M'gouna

After exploring the historic Aït Benhaddou, we continue with a scenic 2-hour drive to Kalaat M’Gouna, the heart of Morocco’s Rose Valley Upon arrival, you can take a short break at a local restaurant or café to enjoy a coffee or tea and use the bathroom facilities. This stop is a nice moment to relax and enjoy the peaceful valley scenery before continuing your journey.

Boumalne Dades

After taking a short break at a local restaurant or café, we continue our journey to your hotel or riad in the area, where you can relax and spend the night. Dinner and breakfast are included at your accommodation.

Todra Gorge

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel. Around 7:40 AM, depart for the Todra Gorge, a natural wonder with towering canyon walls and beautiful scenery Here, you can stroll along the river, admire the rock formations, and take photos before continuing your journey into the desert region.

Tinghir

After exploring the magnificent Todra Gorge, we continue with a short 10-minute drive to the Panorama Palms Viewpoint Here, you can enjoy the breathtaking views of the lush palm groves across the valley and take memorable photos of this serene landscape. This stop is a perfect moment to relax and appreciate Morocco’s natural beauty before continuing toward the desert.

Todra Gorge

After enjoying the views at Panorama Palms Viewpoint, we continue with a short 20-minute drive to a convenience stop Here, you can use the bathroom and buy drinks or snacks for the journey to the desert. This quick stop helps you feel refreshed and ready before continuing toward the Sahara.

After your convenience stop, we continue for about one hour to a traditional Berber Bazaar At the bazaar, you can take photos wearing traditional Berber clothing, enjoy a complimentary henna tattoo, and browse unique handmade items. This visit offers a fun and interactive cultural experience, giving you a memorable glimpse into the local Berber lifestyle before heading to the desert.

After enjoying the cultural experience at the Berber Bazaar, we drive about 20 minutes to a local restaurant for lunch At the restaurant, you can relax and enjoy a delicious meal of traditional Moroccan cuisine. This stop gives you a chance to rest, refuel, and recharge before continuing your journey toward the desert.

After lunch, we drive about one hour to a supermarket stop to prepare for the desert adventure At the supermarket, you can buy any last-minute items you may need, such as water or snacks, and use the bathroom to freshen up before the camel trekking experience. This is the final stop to make sure you are ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Sahara Desert.

Merzouga Desert

After the supermarket stop, we drive about 20 minutes to the Merzouga Desert. When you arrive, you can choose between a one-hour camel trek across the dunes or a 15-minute 4x4 transfer to the luxury camp At the camp, you can enjoy an unforgettable evening. Watch the sunset over the dunes, try sandboarding, and after dinner, join a Berber music and dance celebration under the starry desert sky This night combines relaxation, adventure, and cultural experiences, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Rissani

After waking early to watch the sunrise over the sand dunes (optional) and enjoying breakfast, we return to Merzouga by camel. From Merzouga, we continue to the small city of Rissani, known for its spices and local shopping.

Alnif

After visiting Rissani, we continue to Alnif and stop for a short break. Here, you can use the bathroom, enjoy a coffee or tea at a local café, and relax before continuing the journey.

Agdz

After Alnif, we continue to Agdz, where we can stop for coffee, tea, or lunch, depending on the timing and your discretion.

Ouarzazate

From Agdz, we head back toward the High Atlas Mountains. If we did not have lunch earlier, we will stop for lunch here, or take a short break for the bathroom and a coffee or tea before continuing our journey back to Marrakech.

Marrakech

After crossing the High Atlas Mountains, we arrive in Marrakech and drop you off at your accommodation, marking the end of your BEST Private 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.