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Marrakech · Ouarzazate · Zagora · Merzouga · Todra Gorge · Aït Ben Haddou
Desert Circuit —
Desert Circuit —
4 Days / 3 Nights
A private journey into the heart of the Sahara, and back through Morocco's most iconic kasbahs.
Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Departure
Marrakech, Round-Trip
Vehicle
Private 4x4
From
€800 / Person
The Experience
Straight Into the Heart of the Sahara
Discover the most beautiful landscapes of the Moroccan south on a private circuit through the High Atlas, lush green valleys, UNESCO-listed kasbahs and the majestic dunes of the Sahara. This journey is built around one unforgettable centerpiece: a night in a luxury camp beneath the stars of the Erg Chebbi.
Your Journey, Curated
A private 4x4 loop from Marrakech to the dunes of Merzouga and back.
Day 1
Marrakech · Ouarzazate · Drâa Valley · Zagora
08:00 AM — Hotel or Airport Pick-Up
Departure Towards the Atlas
Your private, air-conditioned 4x4 collects you from your hotel or from Marrakech Airport, with your professional driver.
Tizi n'Tichka Pass — 2,260 m
Morocco's Highest Paved Mountain Road
Cross the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka Pass, taking in exceptional panoramas over the High Atlas and its Berber villages.
Ouarzazate
The Door of the Desert
Visit the famous Atlas Film Studios, where countless international films have been shot, before continuing over the Tizi N'Tifnt pass.
Drâa Valley & Zagora
Endless Palm Groves
Reach the magnificent Drâa Valley, celebrated for its vast palm groves and traditional kasbahs, before arriving in Zagora in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at your hotel.
Day 2
Zagora · Tazzarine · Alnif · Erfoud · Merzouga
Morning — Towards Merzouga
Through the Anti-Atlas
After breakfast, set off for Merzouga, passing through N'Kob, Tazzarine and Alnif, renowned for their desert scenery and striking rock formations. Lunch en route.
Erfoud & Merzouga
Gateway to the Erg Chebbi
Continue to Erfoud, Morocco's fossil capital, before arriving in Merzouga at the doorstep of the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes.
Late Afternoon — Camel Trek
Sunset Over the Dunes
Depart by camel for an approximately one-hour ride through the dunes to admire a magnificent Sahara sunset, before settling into your luxury desert camp.
🐪 Camel Trek
🌄 Sahara Sunset
⛺ Luxury Desert Camp
Evening — Under the Stars
A Traditional Moroccan Evening
Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, a Berber evening around the campfire and stargazing beneath one of the clearest night skies in Morocco. Overnight in a luxury camp in Merzouga.
Day 3
Merzouga · Todra Gorge · Dadès Valley · Skoura · Ouarzazate
Early Morning — Sunrise
Waking Up Over the Dunes
An early rise to admire the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi, before breakfast and departure towards the Todra Gorge.
Todra Gorge
Cliffs Over 300 Metres High
Discover the breathtaking Todra Gorge, with free time for a walk through its towering rock walls. Lunch in Tinghir.
Dadès Valley & Skoura
The Road of a Thousand Kasbahs
In the afternoon, discover the Dadès Valley and its famous rock formations before joining the legendary Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, then crossing the Skoura oasis with its lush palm groves and historic kasbahs.
Evening — Ouarzazate
Dinner & Overnight
Arrival in Ouarzazate in the late afternoon, with dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 4
Ouarzazate · Aït Ben Haddou · Telouet · Marrakech
Morning — Aït Ben Haddou
A UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah
Visit the celebrated Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, widely considered one of Morocco's most beautiful ksour, either independently or with a local guide (optional).
UNESCO World Heritage
Iconic Ksar
Telouet Valley
Former Stronghold of the Glaoua
Continue towards the Telouet Valley, once the residence of the powerful Glaoua family, offering magnificent mountain scenery and Berber villages.
Return to Marrakech — ± 6:00 PM
End of Our Services
Head back towards Marrakech once more across the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, with several panoramic stops along the way, arriving in Marrakech in the late afternoon.
Circuit Includes
Private air-conditioned 4x4 with professional driver
Fuel and road expenses
3 nights' accommodation
Breakfasts
Dinners
Camel trek in Merzouga
Overnight in a luxury camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes
Assistance throughout the circuit
Optional Extras
Personalize your circuit with any of the following, at an additional cost.
Official Guide in Aït Ben Haddou
Lunches
Quad or Buggy Excursion in Merzouga
Lunch With a Nomadic Family
Hammam & Spa
Travel Insurance
Pricing by Hotel Category
Per person, based on double occupancy. Choose the level of comfort that suits your journey.
Most Chosen
★★★★
4-Star Boutique
€800 Per PersonBoutique hotels throughout, with an upgraded luxury desert camp.
★★★★★
5-Star Luxury
€950 Per PersonOur finest luxury hotels and desert camps throughout the entire circuit.
Booking terms: a 30% deposit confirms your reservation, with the remaining balance payable on arrival.
Final rates depend on group size, season and exact accommodation, and will be confirmed with your tailored quote. Contact us for exact availability and pricing.
Marrakech to the Erg Chebbi, and Back
A private 4x4 loop through Ouarzazate, Zagora, Merzouga, the Todra Gorge and Aït Ben Haddou.
A Glimpse of What Awaits
Perfect For
Made For Every Kind of Traveler
Adventure Seekers
Photographers
Couples
Families
Small Groups
First-Time Visitors to Morocco
A Direct Route Into the Magic of the Sahara
A Full Night in the Erg Chebbi
Not just a sunset visit — a complete overnight stay in a luxury camp beneath the dunes and the stars.
Private 4x4 From Start to Finish
A dedicated vehicle and professional driver for the entire circuit, suited to every road along the way.
Iconic Kasbahs Along the Way
Aït Ben Haddou and the Glaoua stronghold of Telouet bring centuries of history into your itinerary.
Genuine Berber Hospitality
Music around the campfire, a traditional dinner, and the warmth of authentic Moroccan desert culture.
Assistance Throughout
Our team remains available for the entire duration of your circuit, for total peace of mind.
"One night in the Sahara changes the way you see the desert forever."
— Nexus Marrakech
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