8 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
Set off on a private Morocco trip on an 8 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga, immersing yourself in Morocco’s breathtaking landscapes and rich history. Begin with a cultural guided tour of Marrakech, then journey through the majestic High Atlas Mountains to explore the ancient Ait Benhaddou Kasbah and the cinematic city of Ouarzazate.
Continue through the picturesque Rose Valley, the rugged Valley of Dades and Todgha Gorges, and into the vast Merzouga Sahara Desert, where you’ll experience a camel trek to the Erg Chebbi golden dunes and a night under the stars in a Berber desert camp. Travel through the Ziz Valley before reaching the Middle Atlas Mountains, where you’ll visit Barbary macaques in the cedar forests of Azrou.
Discover the cultural imperial city of Fez, then traverse the stunning Rif Mountains to the enchanting blue city of Chefchawen. The 8-day itinerary from Marrakech continues to the imperial city of Meknes and the coastal capital of Rabat, before ending your Morocco tour with us in Casablanca, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel/airport, marking the end of an unforgettable 8-day itinerary from Marrakech.
Our 8 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Brief Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Marrakesh – dropp at your riad/hotel in Marrakech
- Day 2: Marrakech Guided city tour with a local guide – Overnight at a riad.
- Day 3: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Rose Valley – Dades Valley.
- Day 4: Dades Valley – Todra Valley – Arfoud – Marzouga Sahara – Camel ride – Overnight at a Berber camp (luxury/standard).
- Day 5: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midalt – Cedar Forests – Ifran – Arrive in Fez.
- Day 6: Fes – Rif Mountains – Chefchawen – Visit Chefchaouen – Overnight at a riad.
- Day 7: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Rabat – Casablanca.
- Day 8: Casablanca – Hassan II Mosque visit (time permitting) – Transfer to airport/hotel.

8 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Info:
- Duration: 8 Days & 7 Nights
- Price starts from €640 per person (depending on group size, season, accommodations, and inclusions).
- Departure Time: Around 8:30 AM.
- Tour Type: Private 8-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara Tour.
- Starting Place: Marrakech (pickup from airport, hotel, or riad).
- Ending Place: Casablanca/Marrakesh (drop-off at airport or hotel).
Must Know before: 8 Days Tour Marrakech to Merzouga
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Vegetarian options are available, please let us know at the time of booking if required.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
- It can be cold at night and in the winter so please bring appropriate clothing.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
- Quad & Buggy driving in dunes are not included in the price but is possible to add them as an extra.
Our 8 Days Desert Tour Marrakech to Merzouga Highlights:
- Explore Marrakech on a cultural guided tour of the Medina.
- Travel through the stunning High Atlas Mountains.
- Cross the scenic Tizi n’Tichka pass with breathtaking panoramic views.
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, famous for its earthen clay architecture.
- Explore Ouarzazate “gateway of Sahara”, home to the Atlas Film Studios.
- Admire the beauty of Rose Valley and oases of Skoura.
- See the dramatic rock formations of Dades Valley, and the towering cliffs of Todgha Gorges.
- Ride a camel across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga desert.
- Enjoy the sunset and sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Spend a magical night in a desert camp under the starry sky.
- Pass through the Ziz Valley and the picturesque landscapes of the Middle Atlas Mountains.
- Stop in Azrou, where you can drive through the ancient cedar forests.
- See wild Barbary macaques.
- Discover the rich history of Fez, including the old medina (Fes el Bali).
- Wander through the blue city of Chefchaouen.
- Cross the scenic Rif Mountains.
- Explore the imperial city of Meknes, visiting Bab Mansour and Moulay Ismail Mausoleum.
- Discover Rabat’s landmarks like the Hassan Tower and Kasbah of the Udayas.
- Visit the iconic Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca (if time permits).
- Drop-off at the airport or hotel.
8 Days Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour Price:
The price for our private 8 Days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour typically depends on the accommodation type (budget, standard, or luxury), the number of participants, and the season (peak or off-peak). We offer the best Morocco 8-day itinerary experience at Lovely Morocco Tours, starting from 640 euros per person.
8 Days Tour Marrakech to Merzouga Program Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech – Transfer to your Riad or Hotel (5 Km)
On the first day of your 8 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga starts upon arrival at Marrakesh Menara Airport, you will be welcomed by your private driver from Lovely Morocco Tours and transferred to your riad or hotel in Marrakech Medina. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax in a hammam (optional) before settling in for the night. Overnight stay at a riad/hotel in Marrakech.
Day 2: Marrakech Walking Guided City Tour with a local guide (7 Km)
After breakfast, embark on a private Marrakech walking guided city tour with our official local guide, exploring the historical and cultural wonders of Old Medina. Visit iconic sites such as the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, and Madersa Ben Youssef (14-century Koranic school), then wander through the lively and vibrant souks (markets).
Explore the peaceful Majorelle Garden and YSL Museum (online tickets). You will experience the energy of Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, filled with street performers, market stalls, and local food. After a cultural sightseeing of Marrakesh, you will go back to your riad/hotel in the afternoon for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Rose Valley – Bomaln Dades (321 Km)
Leave Marrakech after breakfast at your riad/hotel behind and drive through the stunning High Atlas Mountains, crossing the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m). Stop at the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, a historic kasbah famous for its mudbrick architecture and Hollywood film appearances.
Continue to Ouarzazate, the “Gateway to the Sahara,” to explore the Taourirt Kasbah and film studios, continue your Morocco desert adventure to the Rose Valley, known for its annual Rose Festival. Finally, reach the breathtaking Dades Valley, where dramatic rock formations and lush landscapes await. 🛏 Overnight stay at a hotel in Dades Valley (dinner & breakfast).
Day 4: Dades – Todra Valley – Merzouga – Camel Ride – Berber Desert Camp (249 Km)
On this day of our 8 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech to Merzouga. After breakfast, journey through the Dades and Todra Valleys, stopping at the spectacular Todra Gorge, where towering canyon walls create a hiker’s paradise. Pass through Arfoud, a town famous for its fossil workshops, before arriving in Merzouga desert, the gateway to the Sahara.
In the afternoon, embark on a breathtaking one hour camel trek adventure across the golden and vast dunes of Erg Chebbi, watching the sunset over the vast Sahara desert. Arrive at your Berber Sahara camp, where you’ll enjoy a traditional dinner under a sky full of stars, accompanied by local music around the campfire. Overnight stay in a luxury/standard Berber camp in Merzouga.
Day 5: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Medelt – Cedar Forests – Ifran – Fez (464 Km)
Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, a magical moment in the Moroccan Sahara Desert. After enjoying breakfast at your Sahara desert camp, you will have the option to return to Merzouga by camel trek or a 4×4 transfer. Upon arrival, you will meet your Lovely Morocco Trips driver and begin your journey north. Travel through the Ziz Valley, a scenic route lined with palm groves and ancient kasbahs, before reaching Midelt (apple city), where you’ll stop for lunch in this mountain town.
Continuing your adventure, pass through the Cedar Forests of Azrou, where you will stop to see Barbary macaques playing among the cedar trees. Next, stop in Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland of Morocco” for its European-style architecture and alpine atmosphere. By evening around 6:00 PM, arrive in Fez, where you’ll check into your riad/hotel. Overnight stay in a riad or hotel in Fes.
Day 6: Fes – Rif Mountains – The Blue City of Chefchaouen (194Km)
After enjoying a hearty breakfast at your riad, start your day with a short tour of Fez with a local guide, exploring some of its most iconic landmarks. Visit the magnificent Royal Palace, known for its impressive gates, before walking to the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), where you’ll discover the rich history of Jewish culture in Fes. Continue to Borg Nord, a hilltop point offering panoramic views of the ancient city (Fes El Bali). You will also stop by a ceramic workshop, where traditional Moroccan pottery is made by hand, and see the stunning tiles that adorn Fez’s architecture.
Later, drive through the scenic Rif Mountains, with their rolling hills and charming villages, as you make your way to the blue town of Chefchaouen. Known as the “Blue Pearl”. Spend the rest of day wandering through the blue pearl winding streets, exploring its vibrant markets, and enjoying the stunning mountain views. By the evening, you’ll check into your riad for an overnight stay in this tranquil town.
Day 7: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Rabat – Casablanca (336 Km)
After a delicious breakfast in your riad, begin your journey southward, leaving the blue pearl of Chefchaouen behind, and drive to the impressive Roman City of Volubilis, one of Morocco’s best-preserved Roman archaeological sites, featuring ancient mosaics and stunning remnants of the stunning Roman architecture. Continue to the imperial city of Meknes, where you’ll visit Bab Mansour Gate, one of the grandest gates in Morocco, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum.
Next, head to the capital city of Morocco, Rabat, to explore the Hassan Tower, the Royal Palace, and the Kasbah of the Udayas. By evening, you will arrive in Casablanca, Morocco’s largest and most modern city. Check into your hotel, where you can relax after a day of sightseeing and enjoy your final evening in Morocco. Overnight stay in a hotel in Casablanca.
Day 8: Casablanca – Hassan II Mosque – Departure (29 Km)
On your final day, start after breakfast at your hotel with a visit to the stunning Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, located right on the Atlantic Ocean. If time permits, take an inside tour of this architectural masterpiece, which features intricate mosaics, beautiful courtyards, and a breathtaking prayer hall that can accommodate thousands of worshippers.
Depending on your departure schedule, you may have time for a leisurely stroll along Ain Diab Corniche. Afterward, your driver will transfer you to either Casablanca Airport or back to Marrakech for your flight. Marking the end of your private guided 8-Day Tour Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara with us.
Morocco 8 Days from Marrakech to Merzouga Tour Pricing:
Price Includes
- Private Transportation
- Private Professional Driver
- Expert Tour Guide (English)
- Transport by modern vehicle with A/C
- Overnight in the desert camp (standard/luxury)
- Local guide in Fez
- Local guide in Ait Benhadou
- Local guide in Marrakech
- 6 Nights at a hotel/riad (standard/luxury)
- 7x Breakfast
- 2x Dinner
- Sandboarding in the desert
- 4x4 for transferring your luggage to the desert camp
- Camel per person in the desert.
- Airport Transfer
- Pick up and drop off to your accommodation
- Fuel
- Free time to explore the places.
Price Excludes
- Drinks
- Tips
- Dinner in Fes
- 2x Dinner in Marrakech
- Dinner in Chefchaouen & Casablanca
- Lunches
- Entrance fees to museums and sites
If the itinerary of the 8-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga itinerary, that we offer does not match what you’re looking for, contact us and we will prepare the trip to your needs and requirements.
FAQs for the 8-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour:
The best time to take this tour is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) when the weather is mild and comfortable. The summer months (June to August) can be extremely hot, especially in the desert, while winter (December to February) can be chilly in the mountains and desert, but still enjoyable.
How to book? Send us a booking demand through our booking structure, and we will reply within 12 hours, in case you don’t get noticed by us, you should check your trash inbox or resend us a text message / call us.
How to pay for the tour? To confirm any tour or activity with Lovely Morocco Tours, we require a small deposit to be paid over PayPal to our account, the balance is due in cash at the pick-up, to be paid to your driver in Dollars or equivalent in Euros or dirhams.
Is it possible to pay the total with PayPal? Normally we ask for the balance payments in cash because PayPal also has many transaction fees and operational delays since it’s an international institution. We can in some cases accept the full payment via PayPal however a 5% fee will be applied to cover the extra transaction charges. In case you are considering this method, it is best to arrange the payment before the tour.
Cancelation Policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 15 days in advance of the start date of the experience.
- Comfortable walking shoes for sightseeing.
- Light, breathable clothing for the day and a jacket or sweater for the cooler evenings.
- A hat and sunglasses for sun protection.
- Sunscreen and lip balm to protect against the desert sun.
- A camera for capturing the beautiful landscapes and moments.
- A power bank for charging your devices during long travel days.
- Cash for personal expenses, tips, and souvenirs.
Yes, the tour is suitable for families with children. The driving distances are manageable, and the camel trek can be adjusted for younger travelers.
Wi-Fi is available in riads/hotels and Sahara desert camps.
The Experience of the Merzouga camel trek typically lasts 1.5 hours to reach the desert camp. It’s a relaxed journey across the sand dunes, where you can enjoy the desert landscape and witness the sunset.
Yes, vegetarian, vegan, and special dietary requests can be accommodated. Please inform our Local Travel agency ahead of time about any specific dietary restrictions so they can make the necessary arrangements.
Yes, the tour can be customized to suit your interests. You can add extra activities such as a local Hammam (traditional Moroccan spa), ATV Quad & Buggies in the Sahara desert, or an optional guided excursion to explore specific sites in more detail. Please let us know in advance if you would like any modifications.
Yes, there will be opportunities to shop, especially in Marrakech, Sahara desert, and Fez. You can find handmade crafts, jewelry, spices, and clothing in the markets along the way.
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