10 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga

10 Days Tour from Casablanca

Overview:

Experience the best of Morocco on a 10-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Start by exploring Marrakech’s vibrant Jemaa el-Fnaa square, historic medina, and landmarks like the Koutoubia Mosque. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, and explore Ouarzazate and its impressive Taourirt Kasbah. Journey through the stunning Dades Valley and Todra Gorge, known for their dramatic landscapes. in Merzouga, whereyou will camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes, complete with breathtaking sunsets and a night in a traditional Berber camp under the stars.

Features: 10 Days Tour from Casablanca

Highligh: 10 Days Tour from Casablanca

  • Start in Marrakech and explore its famous places like the markets, Koutoubia Mosque.
  • Travel through the Atlas Mountains.
  • enjoying beautiful views and stopping in traditional Berber villages.
  • Visit the famous Ait Benhaddou.
  • Explore Ouarzazate, known for its film studios and the impressive Taourirt Kasbah.
  • Journey through the Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs,” with its stunning rock formations.
  • Continue through the Todra Gorge, where you can walk between towering cliffs.
  • Passing through  Ziz Valley with its lush palm groves.
  • Arrive in Merzouga and ride camels into Erg Chebbi dunes, watching the sunset and staying overnight in a desert camp with music and dinner under the stars.
  • Spend a day exploring the desert by 4×4, visiting a nomad family, and enjoying the unique desert landscape.
  • Ride camels or 4×4 ca, back from the desert and return to Marrakech, enjoying the scenic journey back through the Atlas Mountains.

Tour Itinerary : 10 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga

Day 1 : Arrival in Casablanca – Guided city tour

Our private tour driver will meet you in Casablanca airport or your hotel. Then our guided Morocco trip will start to enjoy the beauty of Casablanca city as we’re going to explore some of the main sights in the large economic city of Morocco including a visit to Hassan II mosque. (overnight in hotel / Riad).

Day 2 : Casablanca – Rabat – Chefchaouen (the blue city)

Today , we’ll drive to Rabat (the capital city of Morocco) where you’ll explore the best sights and landscapes such as Mausoleum of Mohammad V, Kasbah des Oudaias.then we’ll continue our way to visit the bule city of Chefchaouen located in the mountains of Rif . (spend a night in a traditional Hotel / Riad).

Day 3 : Chefchaouen – Fes

 We’ll have the opportunity to explore the old medina of Chefchaouen, the village is well-known for its blue-white painted houses. On the way to Fes we’ll explore the old Roman ruins of Volubilis Then you’ll be taken to a tradional Hotel / Riad to spend your night.

Day 4 : Fes Sightseeing Tour

Today, you’ll have a full day trip in Fes to Explore its beauty , you’ll visit its old medina . then Jardin Jnan Sbil , also Bou Inania Medersa and famous place of “Bab Boujloud”. The our driver will take you to your Hotel / Riad.

Day 5 : Fes – Middle Atlas – Erfoud – Merzouga Sahara

we’ll continues towards the Middle Atlas mountains to visit Ifrane city. Then explore some Berber villages on the way to near by cedar forest of Azrou and after you having lunch in Midelt, we’ll continue our way to Erfoud the city known for its fossil factories and local souk in Rissani. After few minutes you’ll reach the saharian desert of Erg chebbi where you’ll spend a night in a Hotel.

Day 6 : Merzouga (camel trek & overnight in a desert camp)

 we’ll enjoy the best of Merzouga in a desert guided excursion. You’ll explore the Sahara dunes by 4×4, we’ll visit village of Khamlia where we’ll listen to one of the famous african music (Gnawa music). In nearby Hassilabiad village we’ll be visiting a Nomad museum which will take you to see the ancien culture of Morocco. At afternoon you’ll start your camel riding experience towards the desert camp . our cameleers will take you in a tour about 1 hour and at the end we’ll reach a desert camp and we’ll spend a night there after watching the sunset and having Berber dinner. You’ll enjoy listening to berber music.

Day 7 : Merzouga Desert – Todra Gorges – Dades valley

 our private 10 day tour from Casablanca , you’ll be given the opportunity to see an amazing sunrise in desert after driving back towards Todra valley passing by Rissani , and Tinghir. You may hike in kanyon of Todra gorges before visiting Dades gorges where we’ll spend an overnight in riad/hotel with dinner and breakfast included.

Day 8 : Dades Gorges – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

After having breakfast in riad we’ll explore Dades valley , before you’ll visit “Kalaat Mgouna” famous valley of roses followed by exploring Ouarzazate city and its cinema studio, where many Hollywood movies were filmed such as ” Gladiator ” . We’ll explore also kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou as it is most visited Unesco heritage site. Then you’ll enjoy the wonderfull views of the impressive High Atlas mountains via Tizi n’tichka pass to Marrakech. (Overnight in local riad).

Day 9 : Marrakech Guided Tour

Today, you’ll have a full private or group day excursion in Marrakech city with local experienced guide who is going to show some of the interesting Marrakech (Red city of Morocco) monuments as well as a lot of museums and galleries, gardens. We won’t miss some of the most important attractions including visit of medina, Jamma el Fna square , new part of Gueliz, Koutobia mosque and many more. (overnight in Hotel / Riad).

Day 10 : Marrakech – Essaouira city (Mogador)

Today you’ll start a full private day excursion to Essaouira on Atlantic coast. We’ll explore beach area, port , medina and then we’ll return back to Marrakech our services will end.

Thank you for choosing ” Exploreit Tours ” to organize your travel in Morocco , we hope that you’ve enjoyed your trip with us.

Included:

 

  •  Pick-up and drop off at Hotel / Riad
  •  4×4 vehicle / Minibus with A/C
  •  Expert Engish speaking driver / guide
  •  Hotel / Riad overnight stays
  •  4×4 deset tour around Erg Chebbi
  •  Camel ride & night in a desert camp
  •  Camel per person
  • Sandboarding in the dunes
 

Not inclueded:

 

  •  Flight Tickets
  •  Lunches & Drinks
  •  Entrance to monuments
  •  Tips and personal expenses

Additional info about: 10 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga

  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • English-speaking driver/guide.
  • Accommodation in hotels/riads and desert camp.
  • Meals as per the itinerary (typically breakfast and dinner).
  • Camel trek in the Sahara Desert.
  • Guided tours in Marrakech.

Travel Tips: 10 day tour from Marrakech

  • Packing: Comfortable clothing for varying climates, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, comfortable walking shoes.
  • Hydration: Stay hydrated, especially in desert areas.
  • Long Drives: Be prepared for some long drives, but enjoy the scenic views.
  • Local Interaction: Engage with local guides and communities for a richer experience

FAQ: 10 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga

1. What type of accommodation is provided?
  • A mix of hotels, traditional riads, and a desert camp.

 

2. How long are the daily drives?
  • Drives can range from a couple of hours to up to 8 hours on some days.

 

3. How do I book the tour?
  • Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are ideal for mild weather.
4. Are there any additional costs?

Personal expenses, tips, and optional activities like quad biking in Merzouga.

5. What languages are spoken by the guides?

Most guides speak English, and many also speak French, Spanish, and other languages.