Overview – 7 day Ouarzazate to Marrakech Sahara trip
The Epic 7 day Ouarzazate to Marrakech Sahara trip is one of the best Morocco experiences, combining culture, adventure, and comfort.
If you want to start your sahara desert tour from Ouarzazate this 7 day Ouarzazate to Marrakech tour via the desert, Fes, Chefchaouen and many more would be your best choice due to the places that you’ll visit and the great experience that you’ll enjoy with Excu marrakech.
If the 7 day Ouarzazate to Marrakech itinerary below doesn’t match what you’re looking for, get in touch with us and customize your tour depending on your requirements. We’ll be happy to help.
- Duration: 7 Days
- Start: Ouarzazate
- End: Marrakech
- Hotels: Standards or luxurious
- PRICE: Depends on the number of travellers
Highlights
- See the Barbary apes in Azrou’s cedar forest.
- Experience the charm of Chefchaouen, Morocco’s stunning blue city.
- Explore Marrakech’s lively markets, deep-rooted heritage, and stunning architecture, showcasing Morocco’s unique blend of history and modernity.
- Ride camels across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset.
- Stay overnight in a luxury Berber desert camp under starry skies.
- Walk through the spectacular Todgha Gorges and Dades Valley.
- Discover the cinematic Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
7 day Ouarzazate to Marrakech Sahara trip itinerary
We will start your 7 days Ouarzazate to Marrakech sahara trip with a pick up in Ouarzazate, then drive to the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it’s a location for numerous movies such as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator and the famous one is Game Of Thrones, and many more.
After lunch in Ait Ben Haddou village, continue to Dades Gorges via Ouarzazate through the ” Road of the thousand Kasbahs “. Arrive at evening, spend the night in a Hotel/Riad in Dades Gorges.
On your second day, after breakfast and a shower, you will depart from Dades Valley and head towards Todra Gorges.
Known as one of the most beautiful and impressive canyons in Morocco, Todra Gorges are so narrow they are likened to a human throat.
You will have time to walk through the canyon, enjoying the sights and sounds of the river flowing through.
From Todra Gorges, you will continue towards Merzouga, passing through breathtaking landscapes and numerous palm tree oases.
You’ll pass through the small town of Erfoud, where you will feel the beginning of the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet, before continuing to Merzouga.
Depending on your arrival time, you may either relax before the camel trek or start it right away to spend the night in a Berber camp in the desert.
The camel trek typically begins around 5:00-6:00 PM, lasting about an hour. Upon arrival at the camp, you will marvel at the Sahara dunes and sunset.
You will be welcomed with traditional Moroccan tea, followed by dinner in the main tent (restaurant). After dinner, enjoy desert music played by locals and a campfire.
After breakfast in the camp and camel trek back to Merzouga, we will start our explorative day of Merzouga desert, driving through the desert on a 4×4 vehicle.
We will also have an opportunity to visit a nomadic family close to the borders between Morocco and Algeria before we head to the village of dark skinned people, originally slaves from Sudan, listen to Gnaoua music and experience their lifestyle. Overnight in the hotel.
After breakfast in the hotel, we will start our journey to Fes around 8:30 am, travel along the Ziz Valley. We will stop in a panoramic view.
Lunch will be in Midelt, then continue driving, we might be able to catch a glimpse of the Barbary apes that live in the cedar forest of Azrou. Our next destination will be Ifrane, called also Switzerland of Morocco, we will have a stop here before we head to Fes. Overnight in your Hotel/Riad.
After breakfast in your Riad, we will start our visitation of Fes, the oldest city of Morocco, and one of the four imperial cities. We will spend most of the day in the old part of Fes ( the medina ) walking in its narrow streets.
Visit the Royal Palace Gate known for its golden gate, your visit includes the University Of Al Quaraouyine, the oldest existing. After lunch in a traditional Moroccan restaurant in the medina, we will visit the famous Tanneries and the Jewish quarter before we go back to your Riad. Overnight in your Riad.
After breakfast in your Riad, we will drive to Chefchaouen via the city of Ouazzan. Arrive around Noon, and then start exploring Chefchaouen, known as “blue city” or blue pearl of Chefchaouen.
This city is a fabulous destination for photographers, due to its white and blue washed walls, we will have a walk inside the medina to enjoy the beautiful buildings of this city. Overnight in your hotel.
After breakfast in your hotel, we will head to Casablanca, where we will visit the Hassan II Mosque, the biggest mosque after Mecca, we will have lunch near the Cornish Coast before we go to Marrakech, drop you off at airport or your hotel.
Inclusive and Exclusive of the tour
Inclusive:
- Pick-up in ouarzazat drop-off at your accommodation
- Private 4×4 vehicle or minivan
- Professional driver-guide
- 4 Breakfasts
- 3 Dinners
- Free parking
- Sandboarding
- Private luxury tent
- 1 hour camel ride each way
- Private hotel or standard riad
- Private luxury tent
Exclusive:
- Soft drinks
- Lunches
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses during the itinerary
7 days tour from ourazazat to desert / marrakech price
The price of the 7 days tour from ouarzazat to desert / Marrakech changes based on factors like your chosen accommodations, the size of your group, and your travel dates.For a personalized price quote that caters to your group’s needs, please reach out to us.
Our attentive team is ready to collaborate with you in designing an itinerary that not only fits your budget but also meets your unique preferences. We look forward to helping you plan your Morocco trip itinerary!
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Know Before You Go
- Please note that the 7 days tour from Ouarzazat to desert / Marrakech we have suggested is a starting point for your travel plans. You have the option to customize it according to your preferences by extending or shortening the duration, or adding extra destinations. This flexibility allows you to create an unforgettable and personalized Morocco trip that aligns perfectly with your preferences.
- Apart from the 7 -day tour from Ouarzazat to desert / Marrakech, we also offer shorter options including a 6-day tour from Ouarzazat to desert Marrakech, a 5-day tour from Ouarzazat to desert / Marrakech.
- When reserving your tour, please inform us of any dietary preferences or restrictions you may have, such as vegetarian or vegan diets. We are dedicated to meeting your needs and arranging appropriate meals for you.
- If camel rides are not your thing, you can opt for ATV or a comfortable 4×4 car ride to the desert camp instead.
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