You’ll be picked up from your accommodation at 8 a.m., whether it’s a riad or another location. Our 3 days Marrakech desert tour to Merzouga begins in the vibrant city of Marrakech. We’ll drive through the scenic Tizi N’Tichka pass, a high point in the majestic High Atlas Mountains at 2,260 meters. Along the way, you’ll discover charming Berber villages and sweeping valleys until we arrive at the legendary Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.

This historic site, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure and film location for Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia, is a cultural highlight of your 3 days Marrakech desert tour to Merzouga. You’ll explore the ksar’s narrow streets, walk along the river, and take in panoramic views of the Ounila Valley surrounded by beautiful landscapes.

After a relaxing lunch, the journey continues toward the Dades Gorges, passing through Ouarzazate, Skoura, and the Valley of Roses — famous for its annual May rose festival. In the evening, we arrive in Boulmane Dades and head into the dramatic Dades Valley. As part of your 3 days Marrakech desert tour to Merzouga, you’ll explore unique rock formations like “monkey fingers” and centuries-old kasbahs before enjoying dinner and an overnight stay in a traditional hotel.