Beneath The Sahara Sky

Morocco

Morocco

6 Days

Marrakech -> Dades Gorges -> Zagora -> Aït Benhaddou

Embark on an unforgettable six-day journey deep into the heart of the Sahara Desert! This immersive adventure offers a rare chance to connect with a different way of life. You’ll travel across the golden dunes, experience authentic local culture, and spend your nights under a blanket of a million stars. This trip is your opportunity to discover the raw beauty of the desert and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Day 1

From Marrakech to the Gorges

Today, we begin our adventure with a scenic journey from Marrakech to the Dades Gorges. We’ll drive through the majestic Atlas Mountains, pausing for a traditional Moroccan mint tea. After a traditional lunch in Ouarzazate, the gateway to the Sahara, we'll continue on to your boutique guesthouse, where a fabulous dinner will be waiting for you.

Day 1

From Marrakech to the Gorges

Today, we begin our adventure with a scenic journey from Marrakech to the Dades Gorges. We’ll drive through the majestic Atlas Mountains, pausing for a traditional Moroccan mint tea. After a traditional lunch in Ouarzazate, the gateway to the Sahara, we'll continue on to your boutique guesthouse, where a fabulous dinner will be waiting for you.

Day 2

Gorges to Golden Dunes

After a delicious breakfast, we’ll drive through the incredible Dadès Gorges, where small palm groves and traditional Kasbahs line the way. You'll arrive in Merzouga, the "desert door," where you'll swap your car for a camel (or 4x4) and begin a serene trek through the red dunes of Erg Chebbi, arriving at your luxury camp just in time for sunset.

Day 2

Gorges to Golden Dunes

After a delicious breakfast, we’ll drive through the incredible Dadès Gorges, where small palm groves and traditional Kasbahs line the way. You'll arrive in Merzouga, the "desert door," where you'll swap your car for a camel (or 4x4) and begin a serene trek through the red dunes of Erg Chebbi, arriving at your luxury camp just in time for sunset.

Day 3

Sahara: Dunes & Nomads

Today is all about a thrilling desert discovery! You'll explore the magnificent rolling sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in a 4x4, enjoying a perfect picnic lunch right in the middle of the desert. You'll have a chance to hang out with local nomads, learn about their lives, and finally, at sunset, you'll take in a fantastic dinner at your luxury camp before sleeping under a sky full of stars.

Day 3

Sahara: Dunes & Nomads

Today is all about a thrilling desert discovery! You'll explore the magnificent rolling sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in a 4x4, enjoying a perfect picnic lunch right in the middle of the desert. You'll have a chance to hang out with local nomads, learn about their lives, and finally, at sunset, you'll take in a fantastic dinner at your luxury camp before sleeping under a sky full of stars.

Day 4

The Road to Zagora

After breakfast, we’ll take the road to Zagora, crossing the Anti Atlas Mountains, where you might meet local nomads along the way. We’ll stop to explore the Alnif oasis and the holy city of Rissani before arriving in Zagora. You will head to your traditional guesthouse for overnight accommodation after dinner.

Day 4

The Road to Zagora

After breakfast, we’ll take the road to Zagora, crossing the Anti Atlas Mountains, where you might meet local nomads along the way. We’ll stop to explore the Alnif oasis and the holy city of Rissani before arriving in Zagora. You will head to your traditional guesthouse for overnight accommodation after dinner.

Day 5

Aït Benhaddou: A Walk Through Time

Today, we’ll journey to the famous Aït Benhaddou, a traditional pre-Saharan habitat that is a striking example of Moroccan architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll walk through the ancient, earthen buildings and explore the defensive walls before climbing to the top of a hill for a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire city.

Day 5

Aït Benhaddou: A Walk Through Time

Today, we’ll journey to the famous Aït Benhaddou, a traditional pre-Saharan habitat that is a striking example of Moroccan architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll walk through the ancient, earthen buildings and explore the defensive walls before climbing to the top of a hill for a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire city.

Day 6

Aït Benhaddou to Marrakech

On our final day, we'll head back to Marrakech, reminiscing about our incredible adventure through the heart of the Moroccan desert.

Day 6

Aït Benhaddou to Marrakech

On our final day, we'll head back to Marrakech, reminiscing about our incredible adventure through the heart of the Moroccan desert.

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blue and white painted houses on the cliff

Ready to bring this journey to life?

Our sample itineraries are just the beginning. Every Adler Marlow trip is designed around you - your pace, your passions, your people. Let us tailor something extraordinary.

Start Planning My Journey

blue and white painted houses on the cliff

Ready to bring this journey to life?

Our sample itineraries are just the beginning. Every Adler Marlow trip is designed around you - your pace, your passions, your people. Let us tailor something extraordinary.

Start Planning My Journey

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Day 1

From Marrakech to the Gorges

Today, we begin our adventure with a scenic journey from Marrakech to the Dades Gorges. We’ll drive through the majestic Atlas Mountains, pausing for a traditional Moroccan mint tea. After a traditional lunch in Ouarzazate, the gateway to the Sahara, we'll continue on to your boutique guesthouse, where a fabulous dinner will be waiting for you.

Day 1

From Marrakech to the Gorges

Today, we begin our adventure with a scenic journey from Marrakech to the Dades Gorges. We’ll drive through the majestic Atlas Mountains, pausing for a traditional Moroccan mint tea. After a traditional lunch in Ouarzazate, the gateway to the Sahara, we'll continue on to your boutique guesthouse, where a fabulous dinner will be waiting for you.

Day 2

Gorges to Golden Dunes

After a delicious breakfast, we’ll drive through the incredible Dadès Gorges, where small palm groves and traditional Kasbahs line the way. You'll arrive in Merzouga, the "desert door," where you'll swap your car for a camel (or 4x4) and begin a serene trek through the red dunes of Erg Chebbi, arriving at your luxury camp just in time for sunset.

Day 2

Gorges to Golden Dunes

After a delicious breakfast, we’ll drive through the incredible Dadès Gorges, where small palm groves and traditional Kasbahs line the way. You'll arrive in Merzouga, the "desert door," where you'll swap your car for a camel (or 4x4) and begin a serene trek through the red dunes of Erg Chebbi, arriving at your luxury camp just in time for sunset.

Day 3

Sahara: Dunes & Nomads

Today is all about a thrilling desert discovery! You'll explore the magnificent rolling sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in a 4x4, enjoying a perfect picnic lunch right in the middle of the desert. You'll have a chance to hang out with local nomads, learn about their lives, and finally, at sunset, you'll take in a fantastic dinner at your luxury camp before sleeping under a sky full of stars.

Day 3

Sahara: Dunes & Nomads

Today is all about a thrilling desert discovery! You'll explore the magnificent rolling sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in a 4x4, enjoying a perfect picnic lunch right in the middle of the desert. You'll have a chance to hang out with local nomads, learn about their lives, and finally, at sunset, you'll take in a fantastic dinner at your luxury camp before sleeping under a sky full of stars.

Day 4

The Road to Zagora

After breakfast, we’ll take the road to Zagora, crossing the Anti Atlas Mountains, where you might meet local nomads along the way. We’ll stop to explore the Alnif oasis and the holy city of Rissani before arriving in Zagora. You will head to your traditional guesthouse for overnight accommodation after dinner.

Day 4

The Road to Zagora

After breakfast, we’ll take the road to Zagora, crossing the Anti Atlas Mountains, where you might meet local nomads along the way. We’ll stop to explore the Alnif oasis and the holy city of Rissani before arriving in Zagora. You will head to your traditional guesthouse for overnight accommodation after dinner.

Day 5

Aït Benhaddou: A Walk Through Time

Today, we’ll journey to the famous Aït Benhaddou, a traditional pre-Saharan habitat that is a striking example of Moroccan architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll walk through the ancient, earthen buildings and explore the defensive walls before climbing to the top of a hill for a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire city.

Day 5

Aït Benhaddou: A Walk Through Time

Today, we’ll journey to the famous Aït Benhaddou, a traditional pre-Saharan habitat that is a striking example of Moroccan architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll walk through the ancient, earthen buildings and explore the defensive walls before climbing to the top of a hill for a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire city.

Day 6

Aït Benhaddou to Marrakech

On our final day, we'll head back to Marrakech, reminiscing about our incredible adventure through the heart of the Moroccan desert.

Day 6

Aït Benhaddou to Marrakech

On our final day, we'll head back to Marrakech, reminiscing about our incredible adventure through the heart of the Moroccan desert.