PRIVATE MOROCCO SAHARA JOURNEY

7-Day Casablanca to Sahara Desert Journey

Casablanca → Marrakech → High Atlas → Aït Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Skoura → Dades → Todgha Gorge → Merzouga → Rissani → Drâa Valley → Agdz → Marrakech

A private seven-day journey from Casablanca to Marrakech, across the High Atlas and deep into the Sahara, with two nights in the Merzouga region and a scenic return through the Drâa Valley.

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DURATION 7 Days / 6 Nights

JOURNEY STYLE Private Sahara Journey

HIGHLIGHTS Atlas · Dades · Sahara

START / FINISH Casablanca / Marrakech

HIGH ATLAS · KASBAHS · DADES · SAHARA · DRÂA VALLEY

From Casablanca To the Sahara

This private seven-day Morocco journey is designed for travelers who want to experience the Sahara without rushing through southern Morocco.

Travel from Casablanca to Marrakech, cross the High Atlas, explore Aït Ben Haddou and continue through the valleys of Dades and Todgha.

Spend two nights in the Merzouga region, including a luxury Sahara camp, before returning through the palm-filled landscapes of the Drâa Valley and Agdz.

YOUR JOURNEY

Seven Days Through Southern Morocco

Mountain passes, ancient kasbahs, dramatic valleys, golden Sahara dunes and palm-filled oasis landscapes.

DAY 1

Casablanca → Marrakech

Overnight · Marrakech

Welcome to Morocco. Meet your private driver at Casablanca Airport and begin your journey south toward Marrakech.

Depending on your arrival time, enjoy your first introduction to the Red City. Explore the historic Medina, wander through the traditional souks or experience the lively atmosphere of Jemaa el-Fna.

Settle into your traditional riad and enjoy a relaxed first evening in Marrakech.

DAY 1 EXPERIENCES

Casablanca Airport · Private Transfer · Marrakech · Medina · Traditional Souks · Jemaa el-Fna

Overnight in Marrakech – Riad.

HIGH ATLAS & KASBAH ROUTE

DAY 2

Marrakech → High Atlas → Aït Ben Haddou → Dades

Overnight · Dades

Leave Marrakech and cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass.

Continue through traditional Amazigh villages and dramatic mountain scenery toward Aït Ben Haddou, Morocco’s famous UNESCO-listed ksar.

Explore the ancient fortified village, its earthen architecture and panoramic viewpoints before continuing through Ouarzazate and the beautiful Skoura Oasis.

Follow the Valley of Roses and the Road of 1,000 Kasbahs toward the dramatic landscapes of the Dades Valley.

DAY 2 EXPERIENCES

High Atlas · Tizi n’Tichka · Aït Ben Haddou · Ouarzazate · Skoura · Valley of Roses · Dades

Overnight in Dades – Kasbah or Riad.

SAHARA EXPERIENCE

DAY 3

Dades → Todgha Gorge → Merzouga

Overnight · Luxury Desert Camp

Continue through the spectacular landscapes of southeastern Morocco.

Travel through the Dades Valley before reaching Todgha Gorge, where towering limestone cliffs surround a beautiful palm-filled oasis.

Enjoy a walk through the gorge before continuing toward Erfoud and the changing landscapes of the Sahara.

As you approach Merzouga, the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi appear on the horizon.

Begin your Sahara experience with a camel trek across the dunes, arriving at your luxury desert camp in time to enjoy the sunset.

Spend the evening around the campfire with a traditional Moroccan dinner, Berber music and the peaceful atmosphere of the desert beneath the stars.

DAY 3 EXPERIENCES

Dades · Todgha Gorge · Erfoud · Merzouga · Erg Chebbi · Camel Trek · Sahara Sunset · Luxury Desert Camp

Overnight in a luxury desert camp in Merzouga.

DESERT CULTURE & LOCAL LIFE

DAY 4

Merzouga · Sahara Desert & Local Culture

Overnight · Merzouga

Wake early to experience the spectacular sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes.

After breakfast, explore the Merzouga desert region and discover the communities and landscapes that surround the Sahara.

Visit Khamlia, famous for its Gnawa musical heritage, and experience another side of desert culture.

Continue toward Rissani, an historic trading town once connected to the ancient caravan routes crossing southern Morocco.

Return to Merzouga and enjoy a relaxed afternoon surrounded by the dunes.

DAY 4 EXPERIENCES

Sahara Sunrise · Erg Chebbi · Khamlia · Gnawa Music · Desert Culture · Rissani · Merzouga

Overnight in Merzouga – Riad or Kasbah.

DAY 5

Merzouga → Drâa Valley → Agdz

Overnight · Agdz

Leave Merzouga and travel west through the spectacular landscapes of southern Morocco.

Continue through the Drâa Valley, one of Morocco’s most impressive palm-filled oases, where ancient kasbahs and traditional villages stretch along the valley.

Discover the peaceful town of Agdz, located on the historic caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech.

Enjoy the surrounding palm groves and traditional architecture before relaxing at your accommodation.

DAY 5 EXPERIENCES

Merzouga · Southern Morocco · Drâa Valley · Palm Oases · Traditional Villages · Agdz

Overnight in Agdz – Kasbah or Ecolodge.

DAY 6

Agdz → Ouarzazate → High Atlas → Marrakech

Overnight · Marrakech

Continue toward Ouarzazate, the gateway to Morocco’s southern valleys and desert landscapes.

Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, enjoying spectacular scenery, mountain villages and panoramic viewpoints along the way.

Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass before descending toward Marrakech.

Arrive in Marrakech and settle into your riad.

Enjoy a final evening in the Medina, perhaps exploring the souks or relaxing on a traditional rooftop terrace.

DAY 6 EXPERIENCES

Agdz · Ouarzazate · High Atlas · Tizi n’Tichka · Mountain Villages · Marrakech

Overnight in Marrakech – Riad.

DAY 7

Marrakech → Departure

Journey Finish · Marrakech

Enjoy your final breakfast in Morocco.

Depending on your departure time, take a final walk through the Medina, browse the souks for Moroccan crafts and souvenirs or simply relax at your riad.

Your private driver will transfer you to Marrakech Menara Airport.

DAY 7

Marrakech · Free Time · Private Airport Transfer · Departure

End of your Mythic Morocco Tours journey.

JOURNEY DETAILS

Included & Not Included

INCLUDED

Your Private Journey Includes

Private A/C vehicle with professional driver
Casablanca Airport pickup
Marrakech Airport transfer
2 nights in Marrakech
1 night in Dades
2 nights in Merzouga
1 night in Agdz
Carefully selected riads, kasbahs and luxury desert camp
Daily breakfast
Dinner at the Sahara desert camp
Camel trek in Merzouga
Sahara desert experience
Visit to Aït Ben Haddou
Visit to Todgha Gorge
Visit to Rissani
Visit to Drâa Valley
All private transfers throughout the journey

NOT INCLUDED

Not Included

International flights
Lunches and drinks
Dinners except where specifically mentioned
Entrance fees to monuments and attractions
Optional activities
Personal expenses
Tips
Travel insurance

THE MYTHIC EXPERIENCE

Go Beyond A One-Night Desert Trip

Two nights around Merzouga allow you to experience the Sahara more slowly, combining the desert camp with local culture, Khamlia, Rissani and time around Erg Chebbi.

Cross the High Atlas

Travel through Tizi n’Tichka, ancient Aït Ben Haddou and the historic kasbah route of southern Morocco.

Two Nights in Merzouga

Combine a luxury Sahara camp with a second night in the region for a deeper desert experience.

Return Through the Drâa

Travel west through palm oases, traditional villages and the peaceful landscapes around Agdz.

CRAFTED AROUND YOU

Make This Journey Your Own

Every Mythic Morocco Tours journey is private. We can adapt accommodation, desert experiences, stops and pace around the way you want to discover Morocco.

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We Craft Your Route

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WHY MYTHIC MOROCCO TOURS

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Private Journey

Travel privately with your own professional driver from Casablanca through the Sahara to Marrakech.

More Time in the Desert

Two nights around Merzouga allow you to experience more than only the camel ride and camp.

Crafted Around You

Accommodation, experiences and travel pace can be adapted around your preferred style of journey.

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