You don’t need a week to fall in love with the desert.
In just 72 hours, trade the buzz of Marrakech’s medina for the hush of golden dunes — where time stretches, stars multiply, and the only soundtrack is wind over sand.
This is Morocco’s most beloved short-but-soulful desert escape:
→ Sunset camel trek into Erg Chebbi’s 150-meter dunes
→ Overnight in a luxury desert camp beneath the Milky Way
→ High Atlas panoramas, UNESCO kasbahs, canyon hikes, and oasis serenity
Designed for travelers who want the full magic — without the long commitment.
✅ Iconic route: Ait Ben Haddou → Todra Gorge → Erg Chebbi
✅ Sunset + optional sunrise in the dunes
✅ Luxury desert camp — private tent, Berber feast, zero light pollution
✅ Private 4×4 + English-speaking driver (local, safety-certified)
✅ All breakfasts & dinners included
✅ 4.9★ | Daily departures | Small groups
For weekend warriors, layover adventurers, and first-time explorers — here’s your shortcut to wonder.
A compact, cinematic arc — efficient, emotional, unforgettable. Final drive ~8 hours (with frequent scenic breaks).
🌄 08:00 AM — Pickup from your Marrakech riad or hotel
⛰️ Ascent through the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m): snow-dusted peaks, terraced Berber villages, panoramic stops
🏰 Guided walk through Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO) — earthen alleys, caravan history, Gladiator & Dune legacy
🌹 Journey through the Valley of the Roses (Apr–May: pink bloom) → enter Dades Valley
🗿 Marvel at the surreal “Monkey Toes” rock formations
🌙 Overnight in a kasbah-style hotel in Dades Gorge — cliffside views, tranquil gardens
🍲 Dinner served on terrace overlooking the canyon
🚶 Morning walk in Todra Gorge — riverbed hike beneath 300-meter vertical cliffs
🏜️ Drive the “Route of a Thousand Kasbahs” — crumbling fortresses rising from desert dust
🌴 Enter the Ziz Valley — a green ribbon of 10,000+ date palms
🐪 Arrive in Merzouga — gateway to Erg Chebbi’s golden sea
🫖 Free time for mint tea with panoramic dune views
🐫 1-hour sunset camel trek into the heart of the Sahara — gentle, guided, soul-stirring
⛺ Arrive at your luxury desert camp: private Berber tent, real beds, solar lighting
🌙 Berber dinner under stars → live drumming → silent stargazing (zero light pollution)
🌅 Optional pre-dawn walk for Sahara sunrise — dunes glowing rose-gold, profound stillness
☕ Berber breakfast served in camp — fresh bread, honey, mint tea
🏘️ Stop in Tazarine — a charming oasis village with ancient kasbahs and quiet charm
🕌 Pass through Agdz, historic caravan crossroads
⛰️ Scenic return over the High Atlas
🟥 Arrive in Marrakech by early evening — sand in your shoes, peace in your heart
✨ You return not just rested — but reoriented.
📌 Pacing note: Day 3 drive ~8 hours (with 3+ cultural/photo stops). Camel trek gentle & safe — suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
✅ Private modern A/C 4×4 (Toyota Land Cruiser or Mercedes Vito) + full fuel
✅ Professional English-speaking driver (local, safety-certified, first-aid trained)
✅ 2 nights accommodation:
• Night 1: 3-star kasbah hotel in Dades Gorge (private room, ensuite, mountain views)
• Night 2: Luxury desert camp in Erg Chebbi (private Berber tent, real beds, linens, solar lighting)
✅ Daily breakfast + dinner (Moroccan cuisine — tagine, couscous, fresh salads; vegetarian options available)
✅ Guided walking tour of Ait Ben Haddou
✅ 1-hour sunset camel trek to camp (gentle pace, support vehicle follows)
✅ Bottled water throughout
✅ Riad/hotel pickup & drop-off in Marrakech
✅ 24/7 local support (pre-trip & during)
❌ Lunches (budget 80–120 MAD per meal at local cafés)
❌ Soft drinks, juice, or snacks beyond included water
❌ Tips for driver or camp staff (optional — suggested 200–300 MAD total per group)
❌ Personal expenses: souvenirs (dates, rugs, argan oil), spa, extras
❌ Travel insurance & international flights
❌ Alcohol (not served in desert or rural areas)
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