Magic 5 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert

5-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara Adventure: The Ultimate Desert Experience Overview:

Experience Morocco’s ultimate adventure on 5-Day Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga: cross the Atlas Mountains, explore Ait Benhaddou’s iconic kasbah (featured in Gladiator), and ride camels to a luxury Berber camp under Sahara stars. Includes nomadic family visit, Gnawa music in Khamliya village, and scenic drives through Ziz Valley’s palm oases. Book now for a Magic Trip!

Day 1: Marrakech → Atlas Mountains → Ait Benhaddou

Your 5-Day Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga begins with a breathtaking drive through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m), where panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains unfold. Explore the 18th-century Telouet Kasbah, a crumbling masterpiece of Berber architecture, before descending to the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou. Walk through this ancient clay ksar – featured in Gladiator and Game of Thrones – where narrow alleys wind past historic granaries and artisan workshops. The day ends in Ouarzazate (Morocco’s “Hollywood”) with dinner at a traditional riad.

Day 2: Ouarzazate → Todra Gorge → Merzouga

After the Atlas Film Studios, journey through the fragrant Valley of Roses to dramatic Dades Gorge. Then, discover Todra Gorge’s 300m cliffs before arriving in Merzouga for a sunset camel ride over golden dunes. Finally, unwind at your luxury desert camp with Berber tagine under starry skies.

Day 3: Merzouga Desert Discovery (5-Day Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga)

Wake to a golden sunrise over the dunes, then embark on a 4×4 desert safari. Visit Khamliya Village for hypnotic Gnawa music, explore fossil-rich areas of the black desert, and share mint tea with a nomadic Berber family. Later, choose between a second camel ride or sandboarding down the dunes before another magical night at camp with drumming and stargazing.

Day 4: Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Midelt

An early sunrise camel ride returns you to Merzouga village. After breakfast, dive into local culture at Rissani’s bustling market (don’t miss the dates and spices!). The route north winds through the Ziz Valley, where emerald palm oases contrast with desert hues, before climbing into the Middle Atlas Mountains for an overnight stay in Midelt.

Day 5: Midelt → Cedar Forest → Fes

As your journey culminates, Morocco’s stunning diversity unfolds one last time: First, encounter playful Barbary macaques in the ancient Cedar Forest. Then, marvel at the surreal contrast of Ifrane’s Swiss-style chalets against the desert backdrop. Finally, arrive in Fes by afternoon, where your adventure concludes amid the medieval medina’s maze-like alleys and the vibrant hues of its legendary tanneries—the perfect crescendo to your 5-day Sahara odyssey.

 

Included: (5-Day Tour from Marrakech)

  • Pick up & drop off in your accommodation.
  • Comfortable with air-conditioned vehicle + Fuel.
  • Driver guide 
  • Overnight in desert camp.
  • One Breakfast and dinner (vegetarians are welcome).
  • Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.
  • Camel ride and night in desert camp.
  • Bottle water and scarf each one for the camel trip.

Not included: (5-Day Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga)

  • Water & Drinks.
  • Lunches.
  • Entrance fees

Note about the journey:

If you prefer a long tour you can check here  6 Days from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert.