Quick Overview
Duration
3 days, 2 nights. Departures arranged daily on a date that suits you. The full itinerary, with detailed timings for each day, is in the section below.
Departure
Pickup at 08:00 from your accommodation in Marrakech. The tour ends in Marrakech. We meet you at your riad, hotel, or Airbnb — no meeting points to find.
Availability
Daily, year-round. Best months: March to May and September to November. Summer (June to August) is hot in the desert; winter brings cold nights but pleasant days and fewer crowds.
Tour Highlights
Key Highlights
- Private 4x4 vehicle with experienced English-speaking driver-guide
- Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
- Visit Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260m)
- Visit red Berber villages
- Visit Aït Ben Haddou UNESCO kasbah
- Visit Atlas Film Studios
- Visit Taourirt Kasbah
- Visit Valley of Roses
- Visit Dades curves
- Visit Todra Gorge 300m red cliffs
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Today's route takes you marrakech → high atlas → aït ben haddou → dades valley. You'll see Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260m), red Berber villages, Aït Ben Haddou UNESCO kasbah, and more along the way. For lunch: kasbah-restaurant with aït ben haddou view. The highlight is walking through the upper Aït Ben Haddou kasbah where Lawrence of Arabia and Game of Thrones were filmed. In the evening, kasbah-style hotel in dades valley with rooftop sunset, dinner included. Tonight you stay in kasbah hotel in dades valley.
Day 2
Today's route takes you dades → todra gorge → erfoud → merzouga sunset camel trek. You'll see Dades curves, Todra Gorge 300m red cliffs, Erfoud date palmeraie, and more along the way. For lunch: tinerhir or tinejdad. The highlight is the 90-minute camel trek into the dunes as the light turns from gold to deep orange. In the evening, berber desert camp: harira, tajine, drum music around fire. Tonight you stay in berber bivouac at erg chebbi.
Day 3
Today's route takes you sunrise → camel return → drive to marrakech. You'll see sunrise from high dune, return scenic route. For lunch: roadside berber restaurant. The highlight is the silence of sunrise on the highest dune. In the evening, arrival back in marrakech 19:00-20:00.
Price & Inclusions
All Visit Maghreb tours are private by default. Your driver-guide and vehicle are exclusive to your group, regardless of size. The price below is for groups of 2 to 4 travellers in standard accommodation; ask us for solo, large-group, or luxury quotes.
Included
- Private air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle with experienced English-speaking driver-guide
- Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
- All accommodation as listed in the itinerary (2 nights)
- All breakfasts and dinners as per the itinerary
- Camel trek into the dunes (sunset and sunrise where applicable)
- Local guides at major historical sites
- Bottled water in the vehicle throughout the tour
- All road tolls and parking fees
- All taxes and government fees
Not Included
- International flights to Morocco
- Lunches (2 lunches at €10–€15 each, paid directly at restaurants)
- Entrance fees to optional sites
- Personal drinks (alcohol available at most hotels)
- Tips for driver-guide and local team (appreciated, not required)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Price
From €185 per person in a group of 2 travellers. Solo travellers, larger groups, child discounts (under 12), and luxury upgrades all available — write to us for a custom quote. No deposit required until you approve the itinerary in writing.
Accommodation
You'll stay in carefully selected accommodation chosen for character and comfort. Night 1: kasbah-style hotel in Dades Valley (private bathroom, breakfast included). Night 2: Berber bivouac at Erg Chebbi (private tent, real bed, shared facilities, blankets provided). Standard tier includes private bathrooms with hot water and breakfast. Comfort and luxury upgrades available — let us know your preference and we'll match the right place for each night.
Transportation
Private air-conditioned 4x4 with experienced driver-guide; paved roads throughout (only short 4x4 access to camp); roughly 7-9 hours driving per day with stops every 90 minutes. We use Toyota Land Cruiser, Hyundai SantaFe or equivalent — comfortable, air-conditioned, well-maintained. Driver-guides are licensed Moroccan natives with full English fluency (and Spanish, French, Italian, German, or Arabic on request). We stop every 90 minutes for photos, comfort breaks, or tea. Travellers prone to motion sickness should mention it at booking.
Optional Activities
Several add-ons are available with advance notice: hot-air balloon flight over the Marrakech palmeraie at sunrise (€220 per person), traditional hammam and massage in Marrakech (€40–€80), Berber cooking class (€25 per person, 1 hour added), quad bike or sandboarding in the dunes (€30 per hour). For luxury upgrades — 5-star riads, ensuite desert bivouacs, gourmet dining — write to us and we'll build a custom quote.
Why Choose This Tour
Visit Maghreb is a small collective of native Moroccan guides — twenty-two of us, based in Marrakech, Fes, and Merzouga. We've run private tours since 2008 under Moroccan tourism license ATM-MA-2008. Three things make us different from the big agencies. First, we don't run commission stops. Most Morocco operators take 30 to 50 percent of whatever you spend at "recommended" carpet shops, argan cooperatives, and pottery workshops; our guides earn full salaries, so we never take you anywhere unless you ask. Second, every itinerary is private by default. The price you see is the price for your group, not a per-person rate that grows when you book. Third, no deposit until you approve the itinerary in writing.
Map
Route summary: Marrakech → Tizi n'Tichka → Aït Ben Haddou → Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Erg Chebbi → return. The map below shows the full path of the tour, including key stopping points.
FAQs
Is this tour worth it?
For travellers who want to experience the route in 3 day(s) at a relaxed pace, yes. We hand-pick the route, the accommodation, and the timing to maximise the moments worth remembering. Travellers who want a longer or shorter version can ask us — we adapt every itinerary.
How much does this tour cost?
This tour starts at €185 per person in a group of 2 travellers. Solo travellers, larger groups, child discounts, and luxury upgrades all change the final number — write to us with your group details and dates and we'll send a custom quote within 24 hours.
Is the tour private or shared?
All Visit Maghreb tours are private by default. Your driver-guide and vehicle are exclusive to your group, regardless of size. We do not mix groups.
Can vegetarians or special diets be accommodated?
Yes — every meal can be adjusted. Tell us at booking if you're vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal-only, kosher, or have any allergies. Moroccan cuisine is naturally rich in vegetables and grains, so substitutions are easy.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes. We provide car seats on request (mention age and weight when booking). Schedules and meals are adapted for families. Some hotels have pools.
How do I book?
Use the contact form at the bottom of this page, write to visitmaghrebagency@gmail.com, or message us on WhatsApp at +212 721 167 413. We reply within 24 hours.
What should I pack?
Layered clothing, closed walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, refillable water bottle, scarf for sun and dust, camera with charged batteries, Type C/E plug adapter. For desert nights, a warm jacket regardless of season.
Booking & Contact
Tell us your dates, group size, and any preferences (riad style, dietary needs, must-see places). A real human guide replies within 24 hours with a draft itinerary and clear pricing. No deposit required until you approve the itinerary in writing. Once you confirm, we lock in your dates and send a final confirmation by email.
