4 days Agadir to Marrakech via Merzouga

4 days Agadir to Marrakech via Merzouga – Itinerary, Highlights, Price.

During the 4-day Merzouga Desert tour from Agadir to Marrakech, you will travel toward the Sahara Desert, passing through Taliouine, known as the Saffron capital, on your way to Ouarzazate. Here, you will have the opportunity to visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The itinerary will then continue towards the dunes of the Sahara Desert, passing through the Rose Valley and Todra Gorge along the way.

Once you arrive in Merzouga, you will embark on a private excursion to explore the desert, which includes camel trekking and an overnight stay in a luxury camp. On the fourth day of your Moroccan desert tour, you will journey from Merzouga to Marrakech, passing through the Draa Valley and the High Atlas Mountains.

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Merzouga Desert tour from Agadir to Marrakech 4 days

• Itinerary:

**Day 1: Agadir – Taliouine – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate**

Your adventure begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Agadir by Desert Day Tours driver. Set off on an exciting 4-day itinerary from Agadir to Marrakech, traveling through charming Berber villages, with opportunities to stop where your interests lie. One of our highlights will be a stop at a Saffron cooperative, reflecting the main economy of Taliouine. For lunch, you’ll enjoy a meal at the Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, well-known for its cinematic history with films like Gladiator and The Mummy being filmed on its stunning grounds. After soaking in the history and beauty of the Kasbah, we will continue to Ouarzazate, often referred to as “The gate of the desert,” where we’ll spend the night at a Riad in Hollywood Africa.

**Day 2: Ouarzazate – Roses Valley – Dades Valley – Toudra Gorges – Merzouga**

After breakfast at your accommodation, we’ll venture forth toward the Sahara Desert. Our first stop will be in Roses Valley, where a cooperative will introduce you to the art of rose distillation and the various products made from this beloved flower. We’ll then proceed to the breathtaking Todra Gorges, a series of limestone river canyons, where we’ll take a 20-minute break to explore the area. Lunch will be enjoyed at a local restaurant along our route to Merzouga. As the day progresses, we’ll arrive at the camel camp where you can ride the camels and spend the night in a traditional nomadic tent, complete with a Berber music performance under the starry Sahara sky—an unforgettable experience!.

**Day 3: Merzouga Area (Around the Dunes Tour)**

Wake up early to witness a magnificent sunrise. Breakfast will be served at the camp before embarking on an exploratory journey in the area. You will have the opportunity to visit the Gnawa people, descendants of slaves brought from Sudan, immersing yourself in their music and rich cultural heritage. Next, we’ll drive through the desert to meet nomadic families living in Berber tents, providing a glimpse into their way of life. Lunch will be enjoyed with a local family, featuring a traditional Berber dish. We may also visit the souk in Rissani, known as the origin of Morocco’s ruling family and a historic meeting point for caravans trading from far-off lands. After a fulfilling day, we’ll head back to our hotel for an evening of relaxation.

**Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – High Atlas – Marrakech**

Following breakfast, we’ll prepare for a scenic drive back to Marrakech, stopping at stunning viewpoints along the Anti-Atlas Mountains. One of our key stops will be the Draa Valley, known for its palm trees and significant date production. Afterward, we’ll continue our journey over the High Atlas Mountains, concluding our tour with your arrival in Marrakech.