Begin an unforgettable 6-day desert adventure from Agadir to Marrakech, centered around the breathtaking Erg Chegaga dunes. This curated journey blends ancient history with stunning natural beauty, leading you from prehistoric rock carvings to kasbahs made famous by Hollywood. You will traverse golden sand seas by camel, sleep beneath star-filled skies in a desert camp, and explore lush palm oases before crossing the majestic High Atlas Mountains to the vibrant city of Marrakech.
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Route: Agadir → Tata → Foum Zguid → Erg Chegaga → M’hamid → Tamegroute → Draa Valley → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Atlas Mountains → Marrakech → Agadir
✓ Private, air-conditioned 4×4 or minivan
✓ English/French-speaking driver-guide
✓ Accommodation: 5 nights
✓ Meals: (Breakfasts in all Days)
✓ Camel trek (per person, with blankets)
✓ Free time for exploration and photos
✗ Lunches & drinks
✗ Entrance fees
✗ Tips for guides/drivers
✔ Ride a camel across the vast Erg Chegaga dunes at sunset.
✔ Spend a magical night in a luxury desert camp under the stars.
✔ Journey by 4×4 across the epic landscapes of a dry salt lake.
✔ Discover 5,000-year-old prehistoric rock carvings in the Anti-Atlas.
✔ Explore the iconic UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou.
✔ Discover the ancient Koran library and unique green pottery of Tamegroute.
✔ Journey across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass.
✔ Experience the vibrant energy of Marrakech’s souks and Djemaa el-Fna square.
Your adventure starts with a scenic drive into the Anti-Atlas mountains. First, you will stop to admire 5,000-year-old rock carvings at Oum el-Alek. These carvings depict ancient wildlife. You will then wind through the Akka oasis, passing traditional villages like Herbal and Tircht. After lunch, the journey continues to Tata. Here, you will spend the night in a comfortable desert camp and enjoy dinner under the stars.
After breakfast, the journey continues towards Foum Zguid. This route reveals the stark beauty of southern Morocco. You will pause to photograph the surreal landscapes of dried salt flats before lunch. Afterward, the adventure intensifies. Your 4×4 will navigate the parched Iriqui Lake bed to reach the towering Erg Chegaga dunes. At the golden hour, you will mount your camel for a magical sunset trek. You’ll ride across the silent sands to your luxury desert camp, where a traditional feast and local music await.
First, awaken before dawn to witness a spectacular sunrise transform the dunes. After breakfast, you will travel to M’Hamid, the last outpost before the Sahara’s vast expanse. In Tamegroute, you will discover a 17th-century underground Koran library. You will also visit its distinctive green-glazed pottery workshops. The journey then follows the Draa Valley. This area is an emerald ribbon of date palms and kasbahs, leading to your elegant riad in Ouarzazate.
Today, you will step into cinematic history at Ait Ben Haddou. This is a UNESCO-listed fortress featured in famous films. After exploring its ancient granaries, the journey continues over the dizzying Tizi n’Tichka pass. The route’s hairpin bends reveal Berber villages clinging to the mountainsides. You will then descend into the pink-hued bustle of Marrakech. You’ll arrive at your hotel with the evening free to relax.
Dive into the sensory wonders of Marrakech with an expert local guide. You will marvel at the golden mosaics of the Saadian Tombs and the intricate ceilings of the Bahia Palace. You will also see the iconic Koutoubia Mosque. Afterward, lose yourself in the spectacle of Djemaa el-Fna square, with its snake charmers and storytellers. The afternoon then offers the cobalt-blue tranquility of the Majorelle Garden. The evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure.
Savor a final morning in Marrakech. You can enjoy fresh orange juice in a hidden courtyard or search for treasures in the souks. The comfortable return drive to Agadir follows the scenic coastal route. It passes through argan forests where you might see goats climbing trees. Finally, the tour concludes with a drop-off at your Agadir hotel or the airport, leaving you with lasting memories.
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