Day 1
Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Aït Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Skoura Village – Dades Gorges
- Departure:Â Begin your journey from your hotel or riad in Marrakech at 08:00 AM.
- Scenic Drive: Traverse the dramatic Tizi n’Tichka pass in the Atlas Mountains, taking in panoramic views of traditional Berber villages such as Telouet.
- Aït Benhaddou: Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Aït Benhaddou, a fortified village (ksour) known for its stunning architecture and historical significance.
- Lunch: Enjoy a meal in Aït Benhaddou or Ouarzazate.
- Dades Valley: Continue to the Dades Valley, where you’ll marvel at the geological formations of the scenic canyon.
- Overnight:Â Stay in a comfortable riad or hotel in the Dades Gorge, enjoying the unique landscape and tranquility of the area.
Day 2
Dades Gorges – Tinghir – Todra Gorges – Tinjdad – Erfoud – Merzouga
- Departure:Â After breakfast, travel from the Dades Gorge to Erg Chebbi, the gateway to the Sahara Desert.
- Journey:Â Pass through Berber villages and witness the changing Saharan landscape. Visit Tinjdad, Jorf, Erfoud, and the oasis of Tafilalet.
- Merzouga:Â Arrive in Merzouga and take a moment to relax before your camel trek.
- Camel Trekking:Â Embark on a camel ride across the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi to a nomadic Berber camp. Experience the timeless beauty of the desert as you listen to traditional drumming and watch the sunset over the dunes.
- Overnight:Â Spend the night in a Berber tent in the desert camp, enjoying a traditional dinner and the serene desert night sky.
Day 3
Camel Trek Back to Merzouga – Atlas Mountains – Return to Marrakech
- Sunrise:Â Wake early to witness a stunning desert sunrise. Return to Merzouga by camel.
- Breakfast and Refresh:Â After arriving back in Merzouga, enjoy breakfast at the lodge and take time to freshen up.
- Return Journey:Â Travel back to Marrakech, passing through authentic Berber villages such as Tinjdad, Tinghir, and Boumalne du Dades.
- Arrival:Â Arrive in Marrakech in the evening, concluding your memorable desert adventure.