Merzouga - Private 4day/3night tour

MERZOUGA - 4 Days
2 nights in hotel and 1 night in Merzouga desert camp
 PRIVATE TOUR
There is a minimum of 2 people required for this trip


Itinerary 

Introduction 
This is a four-day tour with three overnight stays: two nights in a hotel; and one night in a desert camp at Merzouga to see the Sahara. 

You should not underestimate the travel times and how long it takes to travel around Morocco. You should be prepared to travel around 6 hours per day. The distance to the Sahara from Marrakech is long and you will be travelling over the Atlas Mountains (described by many as some of the world’s most beautiful mountains). The road climbs up from Marrakech and weaves its way over high mountain passes, hairpin bends and spectacular scenery. Then drops down the other side to travel to the Sahara.
  
DAY 1
This is an early start leaving Marrakech at 07:00, crossing the High Atlas Mountains by way of Tizi-n-Tichka (alt 2260 m). As this is a private tour, there will be amble opportunities to stop (take photos) and enjoy the panoramic views and many Berber villages along the way.

Lunch will be at a restaurant in Ouarzazate and includes a visit to the Kasbah of Taourirt. This was constructed by Pacha Glaoui (he was a member of one of rich families in the area at the time).  
You will continue on our journey passing villages such as Skoura and Lbour along the way. You should arrive at your hotel at Gorges des Dades around 17:00.

DAY 2
After breakfast, you will visit Gorges des Dades, which is a short journey from your hotel. Then travel towards Tinghir to visit Todra Gorges in time for lunch at around 12:00/12:30. After lunch you will continue on to Merzouga via Erfoud and Rissani. You should arrive in Merzouga around 17:00/17:30.  
You can then take an 1hr/1hr 20 min camel ride to the desert camp. This will be a ride across the sand dunes, reaching a Berber tent in the Sahara for a night in the desert. Alternatively, you can travel to the camp by 4x4. 

You should arrive at the camp before sunset to enjoy seeing the setting of the sun over the Sahara. Dinner will be provided in the tents and you will sleep in tents under the stars. 
 DAY 3
You can get up before dawn and watch the sunrise over the Sahara dunes before breakfast. After an early breakfast, you will travel in the 4x4 from the camp to begin the next leg of your journey back towards Marrakech. The travel time from Merzouga to Ouarzazate will be around 5 to 6 hours. 

You should arrive in Ouarzazate around lunchtime. After lunch there is a visit to the Atlas Film Studios. Many famous movies were shot in the local area, for example, Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, Romancing the Stone, Babel.  Next will be a stop at Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, which has been declared a world heritage site. 

Depending upon your chosen travel category, you will stay overnight in Ouarzazate area either at a luxury hotel in the area or alternatively with standard accommodation just north of Ouarzazate. Once settled in your hotel you can enjoy an early evening rest at the hotel beside the pool and then have dinner at the hotel. 

DAY 4
In the morning after a leisurely breakfast, perhaps leaving around 9:30/10:00, you will continue on the last leg of the journey travelling over the Atlas Mountains again and down into Marrakech. As before there will be time to stop for photos, a short break and lunch along the way. You should arrive back to Marrakech early to mid-afternoon.   

What's included

What's not included

  • Gratuities and tips (if you wish but not necessary)
  • Any drinks/food not included e.g. additional drinks at the restaurant for lunch
  • Any other expenses not quoted in the What's included section
  • Personal expenses

This all-inclusive private tour and is based on a minimum of 2 adults and up to 4 adults:


Two types of accommodation (see below for further details) are available:


Standard Accommodation is £410 per person

Luxury Accommodation is £500 per person 


Per person price assumes Adults & Children 12 years old and over


Please contact us to discuss your requirements, including costs to include children. Discounts are available for larger groups

We provide two categories of tours to suit an individual’s requirements and budget. We have personally visited the area to find suitable accommodation based on what is available in Morocco. We have provided our own rating as to the suitability of these for our clients. 

Standard Accommodation examples

Luxury Accommodation examples

Before booking and before you go, please read the notes below 

This is a Private tour and this will give you an opportunity to see the countryside outside Marrakech.  

You will be picked up at your hotel to start the tour.  
 

Cancellation Policy
Please refer to the cancellation policy with our Booking Terms & Conditions. 

Booking Terms & Conditions
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