Sahara Desert Tour From Marrakech
- Duration 7 Days
- Tour Type Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style Classic
About This Trip
During this 1-week tour in Morocco, you will spend the first days visiting the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou and taking a desert safari into the Sahara. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the High Atlas Mountains during the drive, wander around Marrakech's medieval medinas and souks, and visit the city's highlights, including the Koutoubia Mosque, the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, and many other hidden treasures.
Note: The best time to take a Sahara Desert tour is from March to May and September to November, when the weather is mild and pleasant.
Itinerary Summary
| DAY | PLACE | HIGHLIGHTS |
| 1 | Marrakech | Arrival |
| 2 | Marrakech - Skoura | Ait Ben Haddou |
| 3 - 4 | Skoura - Erfoud - Skoura | Sahara Desert Tour with Camel Ride |
| 5 | Skoura - Marrakech | Road Trip through the High Atlas Mountains |
| 6 - 7 | Marrakech | Palace of the Bahia, Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian Tombs, Marrakech Museum, Medinas and Souks |
Suggested Itinerary
Welcome to Morocco! Upon your arrival at Marrakech, your personal English-speaking driver will meet you at the arrival hall and then escort you to your hotel for checking in. The rest of the day is yours for free. You can either rest or get out to explore nearby streets on your own.
- Marrakech
After breakfast at the hotel, drive along the zigzagging Atlas Mountain roads to Skoura (about 4.5 hours by road).
En route, you will visit Ait Ben Haddou. With unique earthen clay architecture and picture-perfect scenery, this village is favored by many popular movies and dramas, such as Game of Thrones. You will get a close insight into the local lifestyle and climb up to the old Granary to have a panoramic view of the village and its surroundings. Afterward, continue your journey to Skoura.
Upon arrival, check into the hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure.
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- Skoura
Today, you will head to Erfoud, the entry to the Saharan dunes of Erg Chebbi (the drive takes around 4.5 hours). On the way, you will first stop in Kalaat M'Gouna, which is known for cosmetic products using the extract of locally grown roses. Continue northeast to the city of Boumalne Dades for its beautiful landscapes and idyllic valleys. Afterward, visit the Todra Gorge, where you can take a short walk and enjoy some photo time to capture the red cliffs with an average height of 400 meters. Arrive in Erfoud for the night.
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- Erfoud
Get up early this morning and take a jeep ride to the dunes of Erg Chebbi in the Sahara Desert. You will have a chance to take a camel ride and enjoy the breathtaking views of the desert when the sun rises.
Return to your hotel for breakfast. Later, drive back to Skoura via the Road of A Thousand Kasbahs, stop at the beautiful Palmeraie, and visit Amridil Kasbah dating from the 17th century. Check into your Skoura hotel after the tour.
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- Skoura
After breakfast, head back to Marrakech. You will arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon and enjoy some free time to explore the city on your own.
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- Marrakech
Today you will have a full-day private guided tour to explore Marrakech. Discover the Koutoubia Mosque, the biggest mosque tower and the landmark of Marrakech first. Next, visit the Palace of the Bahia and the Saadian Tombs nearby.
After lunch, visit the Marrakech Museum and have a cup of tea or orange juice at the beautifully restored Dar Cherifa, which is a late 16th-century house in the old medina. Explore the colorful souks of Marrakech before returning to your hotel.
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- Marrakech
Enjoy a free morning before heading to the airport for the flight to your next destination.
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Optional Activities
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Hot Air Balloon Odyssey (Marrakech)Glide silently above the fantastic desert at sunrise in a hot air balloon. Float over forgotten Berber hamlets and snow-dusted Atlas peaks. Privately charter for a romantic champagne breakfast. As the sun crests dusty dunes, illuminating ocher sands in amber light, you’ll drift on the wind, cares left behind. This once-in-a-lifetime flight at the edge of the desert offers a soul-stirring escape into tranquility.
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Berber Village Exploration (from Marrakech)
Spend a day in a small Berber village and experience their daily lives, Have fun learning some of the daily tasks from baking your bread, learning to make your tagine, cooking on coals, milking the goats, going for water at the well, and making mint tea.
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Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khmisa (Marrakech)
Enjoy Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khmisa, who is passionate about cooking and specialized in Morrocan cuisine for about 25 years. She will welcome you with a traditional mint tea, take you the old sook to purchase fresh ingredients, and teach you how to prepare Morrocan Tajine.
What's Included in Your Private Tour
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A dedicated travel expert will work with you to design and arrange your itinerary based on your interests, travel style, schedule, and budget. Your trip can be adjusted as your plans take shape.
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Accommodation is selected based on location, quality, your preferences, and budget. Depending on the destination and itinerary, options may include international hotel chains, boutique hotels, and locally distinctive properties.
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Local guides are arranged in each destination, with strong language skills and in-depth local knowledge. Your guide will help you make the most of each destination while sharing local history, culture, and everyday life.
Guide arrangements may vary depending on your destination and itinerary. Please refer to your Tour Program for the specific guide arrangements for your trip.
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- Private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver, as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic trains as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
- International flights for selected multi-country tours, as specified in the itinerary.
Transportation arrangements can be adjusted to suit your itinerary and travel needs.
*As each trip is tailor-made, transportation arrangements may vary by itinerary and destination. The final arrangements will be detailed in your Tour Program.*International flights to and from your home country are normally not included in the initial Tour Program. If you would like, your travel expert can also help arrange these flights upon request.
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- Breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D) as specified in the itinerary
- Additional meals can be arranged upon request
- Vegetarian and vegan options are available upon request
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- Personalized itinerary planning
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Gallery
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The Sahara Desert
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Ait Ben Haddou Village
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Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakech
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Palace of the Bahia, Marrakech
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Souks of Marrakech
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