Explore the best of Morocco on an exciting 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech. In just 3 days and 2 nights, you’ll have the chance to visit remarkable destinations and immerse yourself in Morocco’s unique charm. The journey begins with a stop at the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its stunning architecture and as a filming location for international movies. From there, the adventure continues to Ouarzazate, where you’ll enjoy a short break to capture photos of the famous Kasbah Taourirt.
The trip wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the spectacular Todgha Gorges, offering dramatic cliffs and incredible views. The highlight of this Morocco desert tour is undoubtedly a camel ride in the Sahara Desert, where you’ll experience the golden sands of the dunes. Along the way, you’ll be surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and enjoy the serene, magical atmosphere of the desert. This unforgettable journey wraps up back in Marrakech, leaving you with lasting memories.
If you’re short on time, our 2 day desert tour from Marrakech offers a shorter but still unforgettable desert adventure. Want an extra day to explore the dunes and villages? Check out our 4 days desert tour from marrakech for a more immersive desert journey.
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This 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech offers an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s diverse landscapes and cultural treasures. From crossing the majestic Atlas Mountains and visiting iconic landmarks like Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate, to marveling at the dramatic Todgha Gorges, the tour culminates with the breathtaking Sahara Desert dunes. Highlights include camel trekking, stargazing at a luxury desert camp, and immersing yourself in Morocco’s vibrant traditions and awe-inspiring scenery throughout the journey.
Want a bit more time in the desert? Our 5 Days desert tour from Marrakech gives you a deeper experience through Morocco’s southern gems. For a more complete desert experience, we also offer a 7 Days Morocco tour from Marrakech with additional stops and cultural depth.
Your 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech begins with your driver-guide picking you up after breakfast to start the journey to Boumalne Dades. The adventure takes you over the Atlas Mountains, crossing the stunning Tizi-n-Tichka Pass at an elevation of 2260 meters. Here, you’ll enjoy a breathtaking panorama before continuing to the historic Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO-listed Ksar known for its ancient clay architecture and as a filming location for productions like Game of Thrones.
The journey continues to Ouarzazate, Morocco’s movie capital, where you’ll experience the charm of this cinematic city. The next stop is the picturesque Valley of Roses, where local products like rose perfume, soap, and essential oils are highlights for visitors. Driving along the famed Road of 1000 Kasbahs, you’ll discover how this route played a vital role in Morocco’s historic trade networks. After exploring more sites along the way, you’ll reach Boumalne Dades in the evening and settle into a cozy hotel or riad for the night.
After breakfast, the journey continues with a visit to the impressive Dades Gorge, where towering rock walls and bubbling, crystal-clear waters create a stunning natural scene. Shortly after, we stop at the remarkable Todgha Gorge, located at 1550 meters above sea level at the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains near the Berber town of Tinghir.
As we head toward Merzouga, you’ll pass through captivating landscapes, including unique rock formations, vast oasis valleys, and ancient Kasbahs. In Erfoud, we’ll visit a manufactory that crafts items and jewelry from local fossils, offering a glimpse into the region’s geological treasures.
Arriving in Merzouga, you’ll check into a hotel or desert camp situated at the edge of the Sahara Desert, with golden dunes rising right behind your accommodation. A highlight of the day is a camel ride at sunset over the dunes, where you can capture this unforgettable moment with your camera as the desert sky turns into a palette of vibrant colors.
Your final day of the 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech begins early as you meet your driver-guide to start the return journey. The drive takes you through the stunning landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains and the charming village of Nkob, offering plenty of scenic views along the way.
Upon reaching Ouarzazate, you can request a stop at the famous film studios, where many international productions have been filmed. From there, the journey continues across the snow-capped High Atlas Mountains, showcasing even more breathtaking vistas. By the afternoon, you’ll arrive back in Marrakech, where your unforgettable desert adventure comes to an end.
It was a wonderful trip of 3 days in Morocco full of stops and amazing places our driver Hassan was very knowledge and patience to our questions we felt really safe with him he drives safe and perfect our stay in Marrakech and Sahara Desert was unforgettable we enjoyed it from the beginning to the end. i highly recommend to book this 3 days Authentic Morocco tour.
We had really an excellent conversation with Moha before we land in Morocco to find Hassan waiting for us to pick us from airport to riad very well-organized tour the 3 days fantastic tour in Morocco was unbelievable super and top.
Normally I don’t write a review, but this family-owned company did a fantastic job showing Morocco in and out and did a customized package for us as well. We highly recommended them for your Morocco tour. thanks for the 3 Days fabulous Morocco trip.
