Ouarzazate to Merzouga – 4 Days Between Dades, Erg Chebbi & Draa Valley
About this experience
From the rocky landscapes of the High Atlas to the golden dunes of Erg
Chebbi, this 4-day tour from Ouarzazate
to Merzouga offers a complete immersion into the spectacular landscapes
of southern Morocco. The journey takes you through lush valleys, impressive
gorges, Berber villages, palm-filled oases and ancient caravan routes.
The first stage takes you through the Valley of Roses and Dades Valley, before continuing to Tinghir and
the famous Todra Gorges. The
journey then continues towards Erfoud and Merzouga, at the gateway to the
Sahara, where a camel ride takes
you to your desert camp in the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
After a night under the stars and a spectacular sunrise over the
desert, the journey continues towards Rissani,
the Draa Valley and Zagora. The final day takes you through Agdz before
returning to Ouarzazate, with a gradual discovery of the oases, kasbahs and
palm groves that characterize southern Morocco.
Price by number of adults
The displayed price is the unit rate applied to each adult for a private booking.
Highlights
- Discover the spectacular landscapes of the Valley of Roses, Dades Valley and Todra Gorges.
- Reach Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi dunes with a camel ride at sunset.
- Spend a night in a Sahara desert camp and admire the sunrise over the dunes.
- Explore Rissani, the Draa Valley, Zagora and Agdz before returning to Ouarzazate.
Detailed itinerary
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Day 1: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Valley of Roses – Dades Gorges
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Departure from Ouarzazate
Depart from your hotel or accommodation in Ouarzazate and begin your journey along the famous Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.
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Skoura Oasis
Travel through the beautiful Skoura Oasis, famous for its palm groves and numerous traditional earthen kasbahs scattered throughout the landscape.
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Road to the Valley of Roses
Continue through the arid landscapes of southern Morocco towards Kelaat M’Gouna.
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Valley of Roses
Discover the villages and gardens of the famous Valley of Roses, known for its rose cultivation and traditional cosmetic products.
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Lunch
Lunch break at a local restaurant.
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Road of a Thousand Kasbahs
Continue through traditional Berber villages and ancient kasbahs along this historic route.
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Dades Gorges
Enter the spectacular Dades Valley and admire its dramatic rock formations, cliffs and mountainous landscapes.
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Dades Gorges Panorama
Stop at a panoramic viewpoint to enjoy the famous winding road and impressive scenery of the valley.
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Check-in in Dades
Arrive at your hotel or guesthouse in the Dades Valley.
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Overnight in Dades
Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and spend the night in a local accommodation.
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Day 2: Dades – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga – Erg Chebbi
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Breakfast
Breakfast at your accommodation before continuing towards the Sahara.
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Departure from Dades
Depart through the mountainous and desert landscapes of southeastern Morocco.
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Todra Gorges
Discover the impressive Todra Gorges, famous for their towering limestone cliffs and narrow valley.
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Walk in the Gorges
Enjoy a short walk through the gorges and admire the dramatic rock walls and surrounding natural scenery.
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Road to Erfoud
Continue towards Erfoud, known for its fossils, desert landscapes and date production.
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Lunch in Erfoud
Lunch break at a local restaurant.
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Road to Merzouga
Continue your journey towards the first dunes of the Sahara Desert.
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Arrival in Merzouga
Discover the village of Merzouga, located at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dune field.
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Camel Ride
Begin your camel ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi towards the desert camp.
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Sunset over Erg Chebbi
Stop at a panoramic point to admire the changing colors of the sunset over the golden dunes.
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Arrival at the Desert Camp
Settle into your tents and enjoy some relaxing time with traditional Moroccan mint tea.
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Dinner & Sahara Evening
Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner around the campfire, accompanied by Berber music under the stars.
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Overnight at the Desert Camp
Spend the night at a desert camp in the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
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Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Draa Valley – Zagora
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Sunrise over Erg Chebbi
Wake up early to admire the first rays of sunlight over the golden Sahara dunes.
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Breakfast at the Desert Camp
Enjoy a traditional breakfast before gradually leaving the dunes.
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Return to Merzouga
Travel back from the desert camp to Merzouga.
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Departure towards Rissani
Continue towards Rissani, an ancient commercial town and historic stop along the old Sahara caravan routes.
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Rissani
Discover the atmosphere of this southern Moroccan town and, depending on the day, explore its famous traditional souk.
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Road to the Draa Valley
Head towards N’Kob and the Draa Valley through the desert landscapes of southern Morocco.
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Lunch
Lunch break at a local restaurant.
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Draa Valley
Discover the vast palm groves, traditional villages and earthen kasbahs that line the Draa Valley.
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Zagora
Arrive in Zagora, a historic caravan stop and important oasis town in southern Morocco.
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Free Time in Zagora
Enjoy some free time to relax or explore the surrounding area.
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Overnight in Zagora
Traditional Moroccan dinner and overnight stay at a hotel or riad.
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Day 4: Zagora – Agdz – Ouarzazate
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Breakfast
Breakfast at your hotel or riad before departure.
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Departure from Zagora
Leave Zagora and travel north through the Draa Valley.
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Palm Groves of the Draa Valley
Enjoy the scenery of date palm groves, traditional villages and earthen kasbahs along the route.
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Agdz
Arrive in Agdz, a small oasis town located on the historic caravan route linking the Sahara with Ouarzazate.
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Tamnougalt Kasbah
Depending on the time available, enjoy the possibility of visiting Tamnougalt Kasbah, a remarkable example of traditional Moroccan earthen architecture.
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Lunch
Lunch break at a local restaurant.
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Road to Ouarzazate
Continue through the landscapes of the Anti-Atlas towards Ouarzazate.
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Arrival in Ouarzazate
End of your 4-day journey through Ouarzazate, the valleys of southern Morocco, Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi desert. Note: The itinerary can be modified according to your preferences.
Included
- Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour
- Professional driver/guide
- 1 night in a hotel or guesthouse in Dades
- 1 night at a desert camp in Erg Chebbi
- 1 night in a hotel or riad in Zagora
- Breakfasts during the tour
- Dinners in Dades, at the desert camp and in Zagora
- Camel ride in Merzouga
- Traditional mint tea at the desert camp
- Traditional music entertainment at the camp
- Assistance throughout the tour
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and tourist sites
- Local guides for visits
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Travel insurance
