Marrakech – Sahara – Mountains – Berber Culture – Ouzoud or Essaouira
Day 1: Arrival – Marrakech
Welcome to Morocco! Upon landing at Marrakech airport, our team will be waiting to transfer you to your booked hotel.
Check-in starts at 2 p.m. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city on your own. We’ll send you exclusive tips via WhatsApp group.
Overnight stay: Marrakech
Meals: Not included
Day 2: Guided tour of Marrakech
In the morning, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., you’ll take a guided walking tour of the main attractions of the Marrakech medina, accompanied by a local guide who speaks in Portuguese or Spanish. The meeting point is in front of the Hotel Islane, and you must be there at the agreed time.
The rest of the day is free to continue exploring or shopping in the souks.
Overnight stay: Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel
Day 3: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Gargantas do Dadès
Departure at 7:40 a.m. for the Sahara Desert. En route, we’ll cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,270m), with stops for photos.
We’ll visit an argan oil cooperative and take a guided tour of the impressive ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After lunch (not included), we’ll continue our journey through Ouarzazate to the Dadès or Tinghir region.
Overnight stay: Dades Gorge
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner included at the hotel
Day 4: Dadès – Todra – Sahara (Merzouga)
After breakfast, we set off towards the Sahara desert.
We will visit the Todra Valley and Gorges, have lunch at a restaurant recommended by the agency (not included), and continue to Merzouga.
Along the way, we’ll stop at a Berber family’s home for a henna tattoo and photos in traditional clothing. Late in the afternoon, we’ll head out by camel (or 4×4, depending on your option) to our campsite nestled in the dunes.
In the evening, a typical dinner, live music around the campfire and an unforgettable night under the stars.
Overnight stay: Camping in the Sahara
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner included in the accommodations
Day 5: Sahara – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
After breakfast, we’ll begin the long return journey to Marrakech. The journey crosses the Atlas Mountains again, with stops every two hours for rest and restroom breaks, as well as a break for lunch (not included).
Arrival in Marrakech is scheduled between 7:30 and 8:00 PM. This day does not include visits.
Overnight stay: Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel
Day 6: Trip to Ouzoud or Essaouira
On this day, you will choose between:
- Ouzoud: the largest and most famous waterfalls in Morocco, with monkeys free in the wild.
- Essaouira: charming coastal city with Portuguese heritage, beaches, seafood and an artistic medina.
Departure is at 8 a.m., returning at the end of the day. The tour isself-guidedand includes only the round trip transfer.
Overnight stay: Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel
Day 7: Marrakech – Airport
Free morning until your airport transfer time, which will be approximately 4 hours before your flight. Check-out from the hotel is by 12 p.m.
End of our services.
Meals: Breakfast included (as per hotel policy)
TOUR PACKAGEINCLUDES
- Marrakech Airport Arrival and Departure Transfer
- 4 nights in Marrakech (3* or 4* hotel with breakfast and pool)
- 1 night in Dadès Gorges (with dinner and breakfast)
- 1 night in the Sahara in a luxury camp with private bathroom and local music
- Sunset camel ride in the dunes
- Henna tattoo + traditional clothing for photos
- Guided tour in Marrakech (Portuguese or Spanish)
- Guided tour of Ait Ben Haddou
- Transportation in air-conditioned van
- Local group leader in Portuguese or Spanish
- Round-trip transfer to Ouzoud or Essaouira
TOUR PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS
- Airline tickets
- Travel insurance (optional, but recommended)
- Lunches and dinners in Marrakech
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and museums
- Tips, extras and items not mentioned as included
