Desert Odyssey 4 Days: Marrakesh, Aït Benhaddou & Merzouga Trek

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Overview

Embark on an immersive journey from Marrakesh to Ouarzazate, venturing through the mesmerizing landscapes of Morocco. Traverse the Atlas Mountains, visit the iconic Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, and explore the Valley of the Roses and Dadès Gorges. Delve into the Todgha Gorges, journey to Merzouga for a desert escapade, and witness the desert sunrise. Experience the historical significance of Rissani and Alnif before concluding this expedition in Ouarzazate.

Included/Excluded

Hotel / Hostel Pickup
Transport and Driver

Lunch, drinks, personal purchases, tips
Entry Fees, Guide

Tour Plan

Day 1: Marrakesh to Aït Benhaddou - Valley of the Roses - Dadès Gorges

Departing from Marrakesh, venture through the Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Explore the iconic Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, followed by a journey through the Route of the Thousand Kasbahs. Discover Kelaat M’Gouna in the Valley of the Roses before arriving at the enchanting Dadès Gorges for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Dadès Gorges - Todgha Gorges - Merzouga

Explore the scenic Dadès Valley and continue towards the captivating Todgha Gorges, where you’ll have lunch. Journey onward to Merzouga, passing through the Jorf palm grove and Erfoud’s fossil-rich terrain. Experience a camel trek into the desert, reaching a Bedouin camp for an authentic Moroccan dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Merzouga - Rissani - Alnif - Tazarine - Ouarzazate

Witness the magical sunrise in the desert and explore the Tafilalet Palm Grove. Traverse through Rissani, visit Alnif, and marvel at the Anti-Atlas mountain range. Explore Tinghir’s landscapes and a picturesque palm grove in the Dadès Valley, concluding the day in Ouarzazate.

Day 4: Ouarzazate - Marrakech

Spend the morning exploring Ouarzazate’s cultural sites, such as the Taourirt Kasbah and Atlas Film Studios. Depart Ouarzazate midday and return to Marrakech, marking the conclusion of this captivating expedition.