5 Days Tour from Ouarzazate to Marrakech
Overview
Southern Morocco's kasbah trail in five days: Aït Benhaddou, the Rose Valley, Todra Gorge, and a night in the Erg Chebbi dunes before the Tizi n'Tichka pass into Marrakech.
Highlights
- UNESCO-listed Aït Benhaddou and the preserved Kasbah Amridil
- The fragrant Rose Valley and towering cliffs of Dades Gorge
- The spectacular canyon of Todra Gorge
- Camel ride into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunset
- A traditional Berber desert camp with live music under the Milky Way
- The palm-lined Draa Valley and its kasbahs
- The High Atlas via the scenic Tizi n'Tichka Pass
Day-by-Day Itinerary
- 1
Ouarzazate → Aït Benhaddou → Skoura → Rose & Dades Valleys → Todra Gorges
The adventure begins in Ouarzazate with a visit to the legendary UNESCO-listed Aït Benhaddou kasbah, followed by Kasbah Amridil in Skoura and passage through the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs and the fragrant Rose Valley. Reach Dades Gorge for photography before settling in near Todra Gorge, with an overnight stay in a local riad.
- 2
Todra Gorge → Erfoud → Merzouga Dunes
A morning stroll beneath the sheer walls of Todra Gorge, then eastward travel through Tinghir to Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops and traditional irrigation systems. Afternoon arrival in Merzouga includes camel trekking across the dunes, culminating in a desert camp stay with Berber cuisine and drumming beneath the stars.
- 3
Merzouga Exploration
A breathtaking sunrise over the dunes opens the day, followed by visits to nearby oases and Khamlia, home to Gnawa musicians. In the evening, meet a nomadic family and ride your camel back to camp for another night of music and warmth.
- 4
Merzouga → Rissani → Nkob → Draa Valley → Ouarzazate
After sunrise and breakfast, travel to Rissani, where the traditional souk offers a vibrant window into local life. The route passes the quaint villages of Alnif and Nkob, rolling along the lush palm-lined Draa Valley, before arriving in Ouarzazate by evening.
- 5
Ouarzazate → Atlas Studios → Aït Benhaddou → Telouet → Marrakech
Explore the famed film sets at Atlas Studios before returning to Aït Benhaddou for a deeper look, then cross to the ornate Telouet Kasbah, once the residence of the powerful Glaoui family. A scenic drive over Tizi n'Tichka Pass leads into Marrakech, where your desert adventure ends at your riad or hotel.
What’s Included
- Private transport (4x4 or minivan) with an English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary (hotels, riads, kasbahs)
- One or more nights in a Berber desert camp with dinner and breakfast
- Camel trekking in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- All activities and guided visits mentioned in the itinerary
What’s Excluded
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Lunches and drinks not otherwise specified
- Monument and museum entrance fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
Meeting Point
Ouarzazate
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long is the 5 Days Tour from Ouarzazate to Marrakech?
- This itinerary runs 5 days and 4 nights, departing from Ouarzazate.
- Is this a private tour or a group tour?
- It's private. You travel in your own vehicle with a dedicated driver-guide rather than joining a fixed group of strangers.
- Can the itinerary be adjusted?
- Yes — dates, pace, and stops can be tailored to your interests. Send an inquiry and we'll adjust this route around you.
- What's included in this tour?
- Private transport (4x4 or minivan) with an English-speaking driver-guide, Accommodation as specified in the itinerary (hotels, riads, kasbahs), One or more nights in a Berber desert camp with dinner and breakfast, plus everything else listed in the full inclusions below.
- Where does the tour start and end?
- Pickup is from Ouarzazate. Tell us your flight or hotel details and we'll confirm the exact meeting time.
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