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Tour 12 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech – Explore the Best Highlights of Morocco and the Sahara Desert of Merzouga.

12 days
Start and end in Marrakesh
5.0
6 traveler reviews

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Plan your adventure:
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Marrakech

    Start point
    Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco (Marrakech Airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Riad & Spa Bahia Salam or similar )

    Optional Activities

    • Orientation drive of Marrakech
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  2. Day 2

    Marrakech

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    (Riad & Spa Bahia Salam or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Marrakech souks
    • Visit Bahia Palace
    • Visit Koutoubia Tower
    • Visit Majorelle Garden
    Landmarks
    Bahia Palace
    Koutoubia Tower
    Majorelle Garden
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  3. Day 3

    Marrakech to Casablanca to Rabat

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Malak Rabat or Similar )

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Hassan II Mosque
    • Explore Chellah Necropolis
    • Visit Kasbah des Oudaias
    • Explore Andalusian Gardens
    • Visit Hassan Tower and Mausoleum of Mohamed V
    Landmarks
    Hassan II Mosque
    Chellah Necropolis
    Kasbah des Oudaias
    Andalusian Gardens
    Hassan Tower
    Mausoleum of Mohamed V
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  4. Day 4

    Rabat to Chefchaouen

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casa Hassan Or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Explore Chefchaouen medina and streets
    • Visit Grand Mosque
    • Visit kasbah with museum and prison cells
    • Hike to Spanish Mosque for sunset view

    Optional Activities

    • Restaurant or café dining in Plaza Outa el-Hammam
    • Browse traditional wares in shops
    Landmarks
    Plaza Outa el-Hammam
    Grand Mosque of Chefchaouen
    Chefchaouen Kasbah
    Spanish Mosque
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  5. Day 5

    Chefchaouen to Fes (via Volubilis and Meknes)

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Riad Tahra & Spa or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Explore UNESCO-protected Volubilis ruins
    • Explore Meknes medina and Ville Impériale
    • Visit Merenid Tombs with panoramic view
    • Settle in riad in Fes medina
    Landmarks
    Volubilis
    Meknes Medina
    Ville Impériale (Meknes)
    Merenid Tombs
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  6. Day 6

    Fes

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Riad Tahra & Spa or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Guided private tour of UNESCO-protected Fez Medina
    • Visit Attarine Medersa
    • Visit Bou Anania Medersa
    • Visit Nejjarine fountain
    • Visit Moulay Idriss mausoleum
    • Visit Karaouine mosque
    Landmarks
    Attarine Medersa
    Bou Anania Medersa
    Nejjarine fountain
    Moulay Idriss mausoleum
    Karaouine mosque
  7. Day 7

    Fes to Merzouga (Sahara Desert)

    Meals
    Dinner (Moroccan dinner served under the stars next to the campfire)
    Accommodation
    Camping (Sahara Desert Luxury Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ifrane alpine town
    • Explore Azrou cedar forest and spot monkeys
    • Drive through Middle Atlas Mountains
    • View Ziz valley panoramic views
    • Camel trek through Erg Chebbi red dunes at sunset
    • Moroccan dinner at desert camp

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch stop in Midelt
    Landmarks
    Ifrane
    Azrou Cedar Forest
    Middle Atlas Mountains
    Ziz Valley
    Erg Chebbi
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  8. Day 8

    Merzouga to Todra Gorges (via Rissani and Erfoud)

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Dar Ahlam Dades or Similar )

    Included Activities

    • Watch sunrise over sand dunes
    • Hot shower and breakfast at local hotel
    • Explore Rissani weekly market
    • Walk Todra Gorges under 300m high red cliffs
    • Drive through Dades Valley

    Optional Activities

    • Visit craft stores at Rissani market
    • Explore dates market
    • Watch animal trades (goats, sheep, donkeys, camels, cows)
    Landmarks
    Rissani Market
    Erfoud
    Todra Gorges
    Dades Valley
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  9. Day 9

    Dades Valley to Marrakech (via Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou)

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Riad Bahia Salam or Similar )

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kasbah de Taorirt
    • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou
    • Cross High Atlas Mountains via Tizni Tichka pass

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Atlas Studios in Ouarzazate
    Landmarks
    Atlas Studios
    Kasbah de Taorirt
    Ait Benhaddou
    Tizni Tichka Pass
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  10. Day 10

    Marrakech to Essaouira

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Maison Du Sud or similar )

    Optional Activities

    • Beach stroll or run
    • Horseback ride at sunset
    • Camel rides on the beach
    • Wind and kitesurfing lessons
    Landmarks
    Essaouira Beach
    Essaouira Medina
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  11. Day 11

    Essaouira to Marrakech

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    (riad Bahia salam or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Explore Essaouira historical sites and architecture
    • Visit Sqala of the Port
    • Visit Sqala of the Medina
    • Visit Bastion of Bab Marrakesh
    Landmarks
    Sqala of the Port
    Sqala of the Medina
    Bastion of Bab Marrakesh
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  12. Day 12

    Departure from Marrakech

    End point
    Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco (Marrakesh Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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  • Tour 12 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech – Explore the Best Highlights of Morocco and the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. reviewer 1
    October 28th, 2025
    5.0
    One of the best tours I’ve ever been on! The desert tour was phenomenal the sunsets, the camel ride, and the camp in...
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    Traveled in March 2025
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    October 27th, 2025
    5.0
    What an incredible 12 days! The desert was mesmerizing, and the Atlas Mountains were breathtaking. The tour provided...
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    Traveled in March 2025
  • Tour 12 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech – Explore the Best Highlights of Morocco and the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. reviewer 3
    October 26th, 2025
    5.0
    This was the highlight of our travels! From the camel ride in the desert to the exploration of ancient kasbahs, each...
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    Traveled in March 2025
  • Tour 12 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech – Explore the Best Highlights of Morocco and the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. reviewer 4
    October 25th, 2025
    5.0
    If you want to see Morocco beyond the tourist hotspots, this is the tour for you. The mix of traditional culture,...
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    Traveled in April 2025
  • Tour 12 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech – Explore the Best Highlights of Morocco and the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. reviewer 5
    October 23rd, 2025
    5.0
    Absolutely unforgettable! The combination of desert landscapes, historical sites, and cultural immersion made this...
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    Traveled in May 2025
  • Tour 12 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech – Explore the Best Highlights of Morocco and the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. reviewer 6
    October 22nd, 2025
    5.0
    The 12 Days Morocco Desert Tour was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From the vibrant markets of Marrakech to...
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Tour ID: 219517

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before May 2nd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 2nd, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Morocco Destination Tours. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Who is travelling?

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