7-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech

Arrive in Marrakech at any time. Upon your arrival in Marrakech, you will be met by our company representative at the airport’s arrivals area holding a board with your name on it. You will be transferred from the airport to your hotel in Marrakech. The rest of the day is free on your own.

• Overnight in Marrakech
• Included Meal(s): No meals are included on this day
• Accommodation: Opera Plaza Hotel OR Riad La Porte Rouge or similar (Standard quality)

Day 2: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Ouarzazate along the zigzag Atlas Mountain Road. En route, visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, an ancient fortified village (ksar) along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. With its unique architecture and extraordinary scenery, this mud town has been favored by many popular international films such as Game of Thrones. See the city up close and climb the old granary for panoramic views of the Kasbah and surrounding countryside. Then continue your journey to Ouarzazate. Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy some free time.

• Overnight in Ouarzazate
• Included Meal(s): Breakfast
• Accommodation: Hotel Rose Valley OR Kenzi Azghor or similar (Standard quality)

Day 3: Ouarzazate – Erfoud

After breakfast in your riad. Today, you will head to Erfoud, the entry to the Saharan dunes of Erg Chebbi. On the way, you will first stop in Kelaa Megouna, which is known for cosmetic products using the extract of locally grown roses. As you continue northeast to the city of Boumalne Dades, be sure to take in its beautiful and charming landscapes, as well as its idyllic valleys. Afterward, visit the Todra Gorge where you can take a short walk and enjoy some photograph time for the red cliffs with an average height of 400 meters. Finally, arrive at Erfoud to end your day.

• Overnight in Erfoud
• Included Meal(s): Breakfast
• Accommodation: Hotel Belere Arfoud or similar (Standard quality)

Day 4: Erfoud – Erg Chebbi Dunes – Ouarzazate

Take an early morning jeep ride to the dunes of Erg Chebbi in the Sahara Desert and you will have a chance to take a camel ride. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the desert when the sun rises over the eastern horizon. Return to your hotel for breakfast and then drive to Skoura village. Stop at the beautiful Palmeraie and visit Ameghdil Kasbah dating from the 17th century. After the tour, return to Ouarzazate.

• Overnight in Ouarzazate
• Included Meal(s): Breakfast
• Accommodation: Hotel Rose Valley OR Kenzi Azghor or similar (Standard quality)

Day 5: Ouarzazate – Marrakech

After breakfast at the hotel, return to Marrakech. Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon and have some free time to explore the city on your own.

• Overnight in Marrakech
• Included Meal(s): Breakfast
• Accommodation: Opera Plaza Hotel OR Riad La Porte Rouge or similar (Standard quality)

Day 6: Marrakech City Highlights

After breakfast, enjoy a morning tour of the city. Visit the Saadian Tombs, dating back to the 16th century, where Saadian royalty found their final resting place. Your tour also includes the Koutoubia Minaret, as well as the beautiful Bahia Palace. Finally, end the tour by walking through the medina, getting a chance to admire all of the different artisans performing their craft before arriving at the Djemaa el Fna Square. Spend the afternoon at leisure.

• Overnight in Marrakech
• Included Meal(s): Breakfast
• Accommodation: Opera Plaza Hotel OR Riad La Porte Rouge or similar (Standard quality)

Day 7: Departure from Marrakech — End of Tour Service

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Marrakech (hotel check-out is before 12:00 noon) and will then be transferred to the Marrakech airport according to your flight details. This will be the end of our tour and services.

•  Included Meal(s): Breakfast

INCLUDED in the Tour Price:

• All airport transfer services mentioned in the itinerary.
• Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle with English-Speaking Driver.
• 6 nights accommodation including 3 nights Marrakesh, 2 nights Ouarzazate, 1 night Erfoud.
• Local taxes and service charges.

NOT INCLUDED:

• International Flight Tickets.
• Morocco Tourist Visa Fees.
• Admission tickets to the monuments.
• Escorting tour guide.
• Lunch and dinner.
• Optional tours mentioned in the program, they will be provided at an additional cost.
• Services not mentioned in the program.
• Travel insurance (recommended).

IMPORTANT INFO:

• The order of the itinerary is indicative and subject to change, but all visits described will take place.