10 Days Ultimate Morocco Desert Journey from Marrakech

Day 1: Arrival at Marrakech Airport – Marrakech at leisure Overnight in Marrakech at Dar Anika Or Riad Nessma & Spa Day 2: Marrakech → High Atlas Mountains → Ait Ben Haddou → Dades Valley Leave Marrakech in an air-conditioned 4x4 or minivan and cross the Tizi n'Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains. Admire panoramic mountain views and traditional Berber villages along the route. Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous film location. Continue to Dades Valley, renowned for dramatic gorges, lush palm oases, and historic kasbahs. Overnight in Dades Valley at DarBlues Or Dades Paradise Day 3: Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Merzouga Travel through the spectacular Todra Gorge, lined with tall cliffs and palm trees. Stop in Erfoud or Rissani for a taste of local life and traditional markets. Arrive at Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert, for a sunset camel trek across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes. Overnight in a desert luxury camp – Tiziri Camp Or Sahara Eden Camp Day 4-5: Sahara Desert Adventure Enjoy two full days exploring Erg Chebbi: • Sunrise and sunset camel rides across the dunes • 4x4 excursions to remote desert trails and panoramic viewpoints • Visit nomadic Berber families, enjoy traditional tea, and learn about local life • Capture breathtaking desert photography Optional activities include: • Trekking to a nearby desert oasis to discover hidden palms and natural springs • Learning to make traditional Berber pizza in the sand, guided by a local Berber cook Overnight in a desert luxury camp – Tiziri Camp Or Sahara Eden Camp Day 6: Merzouga → Rissani → Draa Valley → Ouarzazate Depart Merzouga and drive through the scenic Draa Valley, dotted with palm groves, kasbahs, and traditional villages. Stop to photograph the palm oasis landscapes and ancient kasbahs. Continue to Ouarzazate, Morocco's desert film capital Overnight in Ouarzazate at Dar Chamaa Or OZ Palace Day 7: Ouarzazate → High Atlas Mountains → Marrakech Drive back through the High Atlas Mountains, stopping for photographs and optional visits to kasbahs, including Kasbah Taourirt. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening for overnight stay or city exploration. Overnight in Marrakech at Dar Anika Or Riad Nessma & Spa Day 8: Marrakech City Tour Spend the day exploring Marrakech, including the vibrant Medina, bustling souks, colorful Moroccan markets, and historical landmarks. Optional activities include a traditional Moroccan cooking class or hammam spa experience. Overnight in Marrakech at Dar Anika Or Riad Nessma & Spa Day 9: Optional Extension – Marrakech → Essaouira or Casablanca Extend your journey with an optional excursion: • Essaouira: Explore the coastal city's Medina, UNESCO-listed port, and seafood markets • Casablanca: Visit the Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca Corniche, and Moroccan cultural highlights Overnight in Marrakech at Dar Anika Or Riad Nessma & Spa Day 10: Departure Enjoy a final morning in Marrakech before a convenient airport transfer for departure, concluding your 10-day Ultimate Morocco Desert Journey.