Morocco Tour from Marrakech and back
2 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech
Overview
Discover the enchanting landscapes of Morocco’s southeastern desert region with this expertly crafted 2 Days Marrakech to Zagora Desert Trip. Designed by local Morocco itinerary specialists, this immersive journey takes you from the bustling streets of Marrakech through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains to the serene desert plains of Zagora. In just two days, you’ll witness some of Morocco’s most iconic scenery, from ancient fortified villages to endless palm groves, culminating in an authentic desert camping experience under a canopy of stars.
This carefully planned adventure offers the perfect introduction to Morocco’s desert regions for travelers seeking a genuine Sahara experience without venturing too deep into the wilderness. Our local guides ensure you experience the authentic spirit of Berber hospitality while exploring landscapes that have remained unchanged for centuries.
Tour Highlights
- Drive through the High Atlas Mountains- See beautiful mountains, valleys, and traditional Berber villages.
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah- Explore the famous UNESCO site and historic fortress used in movies.
- Explore Dades & Todgha Gorges- Enjoy amazing cliffs and scenic desert landscapes.
- Camel Trek in Erg Chebbi- Ride camels on sand dunes and experience the Sahara desert.
- Sunset & sunrise in the Desert –Watch the desert colors chang from the top of the dunes.
- Overnight in a Desert Camp- Sleep under the stars, listen to Berber music, and enjoy traditional Moroccan food.
- Visit Desert Village & Oasis-See Khamlia village for Gnawa music and discover green palm oases.
- Optional Adventure Activities- Try sandboarding and other fun desert experiences.
Visit the cultural treasures of Fes Medina with a local guide
Explore the breathtakingly beautiful blue streets of Chefchaouen, Morocco’s most photographed city.
Visit Cape Spartel and the famous Hercules Cave in Tangier.
See the best of Morocco’s culture, food, and scenery in one tour
Why Choose This Tour?
This tour gives you the very best of Morocco — north to south, ancient to modern — without the stress of planning every detail yourself. We’ve spent years refining every route stop, every guesthouse, and every local experience so you don’t have to.
Small groups mean your guide knows your name and your pace. Handpicked accommodations mean you arrive somewhere comfortable every night. And transparent pricing means no surprises, ever.
Detailed Itinerary
Welcome to Morocco. Your guide meets you at Marrakech Menara Airport and transfers you to your riad in the heart of the medina. After settling in, explore Jemaa el-Fnaa Square as it comes alive at dusk — street performers, spice stalls, and the warm buzz of Moroccan street life.
Meals: Dinner | Stay: Riad in Marrakech Medina | Airport: Pickup included
Explore Marrakech in depth with your local guide. Visit the Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia Mosque and Bahia Palace. Wander the vibrant medina and discover hidden artisan workshops where traditional crafts have been made for centuries. Free evening to enjoy the city at your pace.
Meals: Breakfast | Stay: Riad in Marrakech
After breakfast, head south through the High Atlas Mountains — dramatic peaks, Berber villages and sweeping valley panoramas. Follow the Route of a Thousand Kasbahs to the Dades Valley, passing ancient kasbahs and lush palm oases. Explore the valley’s winding gorges before settling in.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Stay: Hotel, Dades Valley | Distance: ~312km
Drive to Merzouga via the breathtaking Todgha Gorge — towering 300m limestone walls rising from a cool, clear stream. Arrive at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes in the afternoon, mount your camel, and trek into the Sahara as the desert turns amber at sunset. Arrive at your private luxury desert camp for dinner and Berber music under the stars.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Stay: Luxury Desert Camp | Distance: ~565km
Rise before dawn for a Sahara sunrise from the top of the dunes — one of Morocco’s most unforgettable moments. After breakfast, choose from sandboarding on the dunes, visiting the Gnawa music village of Khamlia, or simply sitting in the deep silence of the desert. Second night in the desert camp.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Stay: Luxury Desert Camp | Optional: Sandboarding
Leave the desert and travel north on a scenic road trip through the Ziz Valley — thousands of palm trees stretching along an ancient river. Continue through the Middle Atlas with its cedar forests, snow-capped peaks and traditional Amazigh villages. Multiple stops to meet local people and photograph the changing landscapes. Arrive in Fes in the late afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Stay: Riad in Fes | Distance: ~465km
Spend a full day exploring Morocco’s cultural and spiritual capital with a local guide. Walk the winding alleys of Fes el Bali — the world’s largest car-free urban area. Visit the Al Quaraouiyine, the world’s oldest operating university, watch leather tanneries at work, and browse artisan copper and ceramics workshops.
Meals: Breakfast | Stay: Riad in Fes
Drive north through the Rif Mountain scenery to Chefchaouen — Morocco’s most photographed city. Explore the medina where every street, staircase and doorway is painted in shades of blue and white. Visit the central Kasbah, stroll Outa el Hammam square, and spend the evening at your own pace in this magical, peaceful city.
Meals: Breakfast | Stay: Riad in Chefchaouen
After breakfast, drive through the Rif Mountains to Tangier on Morocco’s northern coast. Visit Cape Spartel where the Atlantic and Mediterranean meet, descend into the famous Hercules Cave, explore the Kasbah of Tangier and walk the lively Medina. If time allows, stroll along the Corniche promenade with views to Spain across the strait.
Meals: Breakfast | Stay: Hotel in Tangier
Your final days in Tangier to explore at your own pace — relax by the sea, browse the Grand Socco market, or take a day trip to the Chefchaouen countryside. Transfer to Tangier airport or port whenever your onward journey begins. End of tour — with memories that will last a lifetime.
Meals: Breakfast | Transfer: Airport/port included
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- Comfortable modern air-conditioned van or minibus
- Expert English-speaking licensed guide throughout
- 10 nights accommodation — riads, guesthouses & desert camp
- Daily breakfasts and selected dinners
- Camel trek at sunset into Erg Chebbi dunes
- Sandboarding on the Sahara dunes
- All transfers and airport pickup / drop-off
- All local taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International flights to / from Morocco
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Lunches (budget approx. €5–10 per meal)
- Personal drinks and alcohol
- Museum and monument entry tickets
- Optional activities not in the itinerary
- Tips for guide and driver (suggested €3–5/day)
- Single room supplement — on request
WHO WE ARE
Morocco Camel Rides
Morocco Camel Rides is a specialist tour operator offering unforgettable Sahara Desert Morocco tours. Our passionate local team has first-hand knowledge of Morocco and designs authentic travel experiences beyond the usual tourist routes.
We provide fully customisable tour programmes at excellent prices, tailored to suit all travel styles and budgets — ensuring a memorable journey through the heart of Morocco.
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