6 Day Tour from Marrakech: Atlas Mountains, Gorges & Two Nights in the Sahara

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Why Choose This 6 Day Tour from Marrakech

This 6 day tour from Marrakech is a complete southern loop with time to enjoy each place. To begin with, you cross the High Atlas to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate. Then you follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to the Dades and Todra gorges, before two nights in the Erg Chebbi dunes.

Throughout the trip, you also travel with your own English-speaking driver in a private 4×4. As a result, daily drives stay shorter than on a 3 or 4 day tour. In fact, the route back follows the palm groves of the Draa Valley, so you never drive the same road twice.

However, if you have less time, see our 5 day Merzouga tour. Also read how many days in Morocco you need.

Dunes seen on the 6 day tour from Marrakech — The dunes seen on the 6 Day Tour from Marrakech.

Duration	6 days / 5 nights
Start and end	Your hotel or riad in Marrakech
Route	Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Skoura – Dades – Todra – Merzouga – Draa Valley – Marrakech
Nights	Hotels in Ouarzazate, Dades and the Draa Valley, 2 nights in a desert camp
Meals	Breakfast and dinner
Price	Ask us for the price

Highlights of the 6 Day Tour from Marrakech

To begin with, cross the High Atlas on the Tizi n’Tichka pass.
Then visit Ait Ben Haddou and the kasbahs of Ouarzazate.
After that, see the Skoura oasis and the Valley of Roses.
Also, walk in the Dades and Todra gorges.
Later, spend two nights in the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Finally, return through the palm groves of the Draa Valley.

6 Day Tour from Marrakech: Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech – Tichka Pass – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate

To begin with, your driver picks you up in Marrakech at about 8:30. Then you cross the High Atlas and visit Ait Ben Haddou. In the evening, you sleep in Ouarzazate.

Day 2: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Valley of Roses – Dades

In the morning, you visit the Skoura oasis and its kasbahs. Then you follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through the Valley of Roses to the Dades gorge.

Day 3: Dades – Todra Gorge – Merzouga

Later, you walk in the Todra gorge between high cliffs. Then you drive to Merzouga and ride a camel into the dunes for sunset and a night in camp.

Day 4: A Full Day in the Sahara

After sunrise, you explore the desert by 4×4, with nomad families and Gnawa music in Khamlia. In the afternoon, you can try sandboarding, before a second night in camp.

Day 5: Merzouga – Rissani – Draa Valley

Then you leave the dunes and visit the market town of Rissani. After that, you cross the south to the palm groves of the Draa Valley, where you sleep.

Day 6: Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Finally, you drive through Ouarzazate and over the High Atlas. As a result, you reach Marrakech in the late afternoon.

Expert tip from our drivers

Pack a small bag for the two desert nights, because the main bags stay in the 4×4. In addition, bring layers, since the Atlas and the desert are cold at night in winter. Also, the second desert day is free, so tell us if you prefer quad bikes or a quiet day.

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Good to Know Before Your 6 Day Tour

Pickup: we also collect you from your hotel or riad in Marrakech.
Pace: daily drives are shorter than on a 3 or 4 day tour.
Camps: compare luxury and standard camps.
Weather: see the Merzouga weather by month.
Booking terms: please read our terms and conditions before you confirm.

Price of the 6 Day Tour

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Tour Route Map

Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Dades → Merzouga → Draa Valley → Marrakech

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FAQ About the 6 Day Tour from Marrakech

How many nights in the desert?

In fact, you spend two nights in a private tent in the Erg Chebbi dunes.

Is the 6 day tour from Marrakech good for families?

Yes, the shorter drives and free desert day suit children well.

Which meals are included?

Breakfast and dinner are included, while lunches are not.

Can we end in Fes instead?

Yes, because the tour is private, we can end in Fes on request.

What should I bring?

Above all, bring layers, a scarf, sunscreen and a small bag for the desert.

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