tours from Marrakech city
Multi-day tours that start from
Scroll down to browse our tours
Below is general information about the tour and services you will have with us. To read the full itinerary of each tour, scroll down to find our tour catalog.
Tours from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert
Tours from Marrakech are journeys that start in Marrakech and take travelers through some of Morocco’s most fascinating landscapes and cultural destinations, including the Sahara Desert. These tours typically last between 2 and 7 days and combine the highlights of the Red City, the Atlas Mountains, historic kasbahs, spectacular valleys, and the vast dunes of the Moroccan Sahara.
Most Tours from Marrakech begin by exploring the Red City itself. Marrakech is one of Morocco’s most visited destinations, where modernity and tradition come together through its historic medina, colorful souks, impressive architecture, and vibrant atmosphere. From Marrakech, the journey continues toward the High Atlas Mountains, home to the highest peak in North Africa and some of the country’s most impressive mountain landscapes.
The route then often leads to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate, two famous destinations known for their historic kasbahs, ksours, and distinctive architecture. The area has also served as a filming location for major movies such as The Kingdom of Heaven, Gladiator, and The Mummy. These stops make Tours from Marrakech an excellent way to discover Morocco’s history, architecture, and cinematic landscapes.
The journey continues through spectacular natural scenery, including the Dades Valley and Todra Gorges. With their dramatic rock formations, deep valleys, and unique geological landscapes, these areas are particularly appealing to travelers interested in nature, photography, and outdoor adventures.
However, the highlight of many Tours from Marrakech is the Sahara Desert experience. Upon reaching Merzouga, travelers can ride camels from the village toward the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes, where a desert camp awaits them. Arriving before sunset allows visitors to watch the changing colors of the dunes before spending an unforgettable night in the Sahara.
A night in the desert combines several unique experiences: a clear star-filled sky, traditional Berber music, authentic Moroccan food, desert landscapes, local wildlife, and an opportunity to learn more about the nomadic way of life. Comfortable desert camps also provide a relaxing place to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Sahara.
After exploring Erg Chebbi, the journey can continue through the villages and towns surrounding the great Tafilalt Oasis. Stops may include Khamlia, Erfoud, Rissani, and Tinghir, offering opportunities to discover local traditions, markets, fossils, oasis landscapes, and the cultural heritage of southeastern Morocco.
While many Tours from Marrakech return to Marrakech after visiting the Sahara, some itineraries continue north toward Fez. The route can pass through important Berber towns such as Midelt, known for its minerals and apples, as well as Azrou and Ifrane, located near the cedar forests where Barbary macaques can be found.
Travelers can also extend their journey to Meknes and Volubilis. Meknes is known for its historical monuments and imperial heritage, while Volubilis preserves the remains of an ancient Roman city. A guided visit to Fez is another recommended experience, as the city preserves more than twelve centuries of Moroccan Islamic history, architecture, crafts, and culture.
Whether you are looking for a short desert escape or a longer journey across Morocco, Tours from Marrakech offer an opportunity to experience the country’s diverse landscapes, historic cities, traditional villages, and the unforgettable beauty of the Sahara Desert.
For more information about our tours or to plan your journey, please feel free to contact our services.
More details about our tours can be found below.
Marrakech desert tour itinerary.
Depending on how many days the tour takes the schedule might differ; “Prime Morocco Tours” have multiple choices. After the tour leaves Marrakech, the first day will be spent between Marrakech and Ouarzazate along with the Valleys and Gorges of Dades and Toudra. The second and third days are reserved for the desert activities in the region of Tafilalt, including the delightful night in the dunes of Erg Chebbi and the camel rides. The time left will be reserved for the journey between the desert and Marrakech or Fez depending on the tour.
The highlights of Marrakech desert tours
- The Marrakech guided tour in the old medina.
- The visit to the Hollywood of Morocco; Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddo.
- The exploration of the valleys and gorges of Dades and Toudra.
- The time night was spent in the desert camp with camel trekking, desert music, and visiting the nomads.
- The exploration of the Tafilalt Oasis.
- The guided tour in the region of Meknes, Volubilis, and Fez.
Prime Morocco tours Services
NO BOOKING OR CREDIT CARD FEES
BEST PRICE GUARANTEE
Quality services
This Tour Includes
Pick up And Drop off your accommodation.
Private tour in a comfortable vehicle .
Private tour in a comfortable car.
Professional English/ Spanish driver,guide.
Accommodation in desert camp (Desert Tours)
Camel trek in Sahara (Desert Tours).
Breakfast and dinner.
This Tour Dont Includes
Lunches.
Drinks.
Tips.
frequently asked questions?
Why Morocco desert tours?
Morocco is truly the land of diversity! It’s a country with many faces; each face represents a geographical spot with all its unique nature, cultures and lifestyles. Touring Morocco is a very rich experience, which never fails to amaze the visitors, thanks to the very diverse nature of this wonderful country. In “Prime Morocco Tours” we offer tours that allow the visitors to experience this diversity of the Moroccan natural and cultural landscapes. We organize tours that visit the imperial cities with all their cool historical monuments and their fancy, modern lifestyles. The tours also visit the Atlas Mountains and the forests in the area, along with many valleys, waterfalls, gorges, lakes and coastal cities with warm beaches. However, the most recommended place to visit, according to us is the Great Sahara Desert; the tours that visit Merzouga and Erg Chebbi dunes are something that everyone who visits Morocco must try. When you’re in the Moroccan desert you can ride a camel, which is an experience that not many countries can offer. You can also bury your body underneath the sands for medical purposes as the locals do. Or you can just enjoy the magical desert landscapes of the golden dunes, perhaps even combined with the beautiful colors of the sunset. There are desert camps with traditional tents and also modern, comfortable tents, these camps usually have a band of Berber musicians and a cook who can prepare traditional cuisine. The desert is also a place where many parties and concerts have been organized.
The Moroccan Sahara Desert is a special experience that you can only have in a country as Morocco, That’s why most of our tours visit the desert.
Merzouga Desert, Erg Chigaga or the imperial cities?
- Merzouga desert.
One of the best places to visit in Morocco is Merzouga, which is the village close to the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Merzouga desert is a place where you can experience two lifestyles; the desert lifestyle with all of its natural aspects like the dunes, the camel rides and the wonderful night sky, and a comfortable lifestyle in the fancy hotels of the town. It’s truly a wholesome place Merzouga desert.
- Erg Chigaga.
For the people who like to have a raw desert experience with more extreme conditions, a good stop is Erg Chigaga, which is situated near the town Zagora. The dunes of Erg Chigaga are by far the biggest in Morocco. People who like to challenge their limits of endurance might find Erg Chigaga a place where they can explore that inner journey of self-motivation.
- The imperial cities.
The imperial cities of Morocco are very rich and diverse in terms of history, culture and lifestyles. Cities like Fez and Marrakech have a history that dates back to the middle ages, in which many cultures have helped in the process of shaping these huge urban areas with their unique lifestyles. The imperial cities all have an old city (Medina), which has a very rich record of buildings and architectures from the ancient past. Guided tours around the historical sites of the imperial cities of Morocco are truly fascinating. For example Fez has the oldest university in the world. You can learn a lot about world history from such places in Morocco. The imperial cities of Morocco are also very sophisticated cities with a very modern lifestyle as well. The modern parts of the Moroccan imperial cities have malls, restaurants, five star hotels, bars, nightclubs…
- Our recommendation.
Our clients seem to always give very positive feedbacks on our desert tours to Merzouga and Erg Chebbi. Perhaps because hotels and the structures of this place have a very keen dedication to make the tourists feel as comfortable and happy, especially since the desert environment can get harsh sometimes. The services in this place are satisfying and high quality. That’s why “prime Morocco Tours” recommend Merzouga desert a lot.
If you need more information about the subject, please feel free to contact us.
Why book with Prime Morocco Tours?
“Prime Morocco Tours” is a travel agency that celebrates more than 15 years of touristic services and guided tours. We are the sons of the desert and we are Amazighs who love their land and identity; we think we have something special in our beloved Moroccan lands and we want to share it with whoever is interested. The services that we offer are our way of helping the foreigners to discover our land, and the quality of our services is motivated by our natural tendency as Berber Moroccans to be hospitable to strangers.
Customize your own Morocco dream trip with “Prime Morocco Tours”.
Our “Prime Morocco Tours” services allow the customer to take full control in customizing their own Morocco dream trip. We have our standard tours, which seem to be satisfying to our customers. However, if you want to customize your trip; things like: additional places to visit, travelling with your family or with your friends, and booking in different hotels, don’t hesitate to contact us… In “Prime Morocco Tours” our first aim is to give the tourist a wonderful experience, and if that means we customizing things according to each individual, so be it!