8-Day Private South Morocco Discovery Tour from Marrakech: Atlas, Sahara, Gorges & Essaouira
€ 635
A full week in the south, starting and ending in Marrakech: a guided day in the Red City, the High Atlas and Aït Ben Haddou, the Draa Valley, a night in the Merzouga dunes, the Todra Gorge and a day by the ocean in Essaouira.
From €635 per person
The van and the driver-guide cost the same for 1 or 6 travellers, so the more you are, the less each person pays.
- 🕌 Marrakech – airport pick-up and a half-day guided medina walk.
- 🏰 Tizi n’Tichka and Aït Ben Haddou – the High Atlas road and a UNESCO-listed ksar.
- 🌴 Draa Valley – palm groves and kasbahs on the way to the desert.
- 🐪 Sunset camel trek and a night in a desert camp in Merzouga.
- 🏞️ Todra and Dades gorges – red cliffs and winding roads.
- 🌊 Essaouira – a day on the Atlantic ramparts and at the fishing port.
- 🗣️ English/French-speaking driver-guide included.
🔒 No payment now – we confirm availability on WhatsApp, then a 30% deposit secures your tour.
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From the Marrakech medina to the Atlantic: the south in 8 days
Two nights in Marrakech, the High Atlas, a night in the Erg Chebbi dunes and a day in Essaouira, in one private week.
Days 1–2. Your driver-guide meets you at Marrakech airport. In the evening, a first walk to Jemaa el-Fna square. The next morning, a licensed local guide shows you the medina: the Koutoubia, the souks and the old palaces.
Days 3–4. We cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n’Tichka pass and explore Aït Ben Haddou, then spend the night in Ouarzazate. Next come the palm groves of the Draa Valley, N’Kob and Alnif, and a camel ride into the dunes at sunset. Night at the camp, in a private tent with its own bathroom.
Days 5–6. Sunrise over the dunes. A walk in the Todra Gorge, then the hairpin bends of the Dades. The next day, the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs and the Skoura palm grove lead you back to Marrakech.
Days 7–8. A day trip to Essaouira, with a stop at an argan oil cooperative: the ramparts, the blue boats in the harbour and the medina. On day 8, your driver-guide takes you to the airport or wherever you like in Marrakech.
Your route at a glance
Day-by-day itinerary
Tap a day to see the details.
Day 1 · Arrival in Marrakech
Your driver-guide meets you at Marrakech airport (or at your hotel or riad) and takes you to your accommodation. Settle in and enjoy a first evening walk to Jemaa el-Fna square.
Day 2 · Marrakech – guided medina walk
In the morning, a licensed local guide shows you the highlights of the Marrakech medina: the Koutoubia, the souks and the old palaces.
The afternoon is free for gardens, a hammam or last souvenirs.
Day 3 · Marrakech → Tizi n’Tichka → Aït Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate
Cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260 m), with stops in Berber villages and at the viewpoints.
Explore Aït Ben Haddou, the UNESCO-listed earthen ksar seen in many films, then continue to Ouarzazate for dinner and the night.
Day 4 · Ouarzazate → Draa Valley → N’Kob → Merzouga
Drive over the Jbel Bani hills to Agdz and the palm groves of the Draa Valley, then east through the kasbah village of N’Kob and the stony landscapes around Alnif.
In the late afternoon, climb on your camel and ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes as the sun goes down. Try sandboarding, then enjoy dinner at the camp under the stars.
Day 5 · Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, then have breakfast at the camp. Drive via Rissani to Tinghir and walk between the 300-metre walls of the Todra Gorge.
Continue to the Dades Valley and drive up the hairpin bends of the gorge before dinner and the night.
Day 6 · Dades Valley → Skoura → Marrakech
Follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through the Valley of Roses and the Skoura palm grove to Ouarzazate.
Cross the High Atlas once more and arrive at your riad or hotel in Marrakech in the late afternoon.
Day 7 · Day trip to Essaouira
Head west across the plains to the Atlantic, with a stop at an argan oil cooperative on the way.
Free time in Essaouira: walk on the ramparts, watch the blue fishing boats at the harbour and stroll through the relaxed, UNESCO-listed medina. Back in Marrakech in the evening.
Day 8 · Departure
After breakfast, your driver-guide takes you to Marrakech airport or to a place of your choice in the city.
Prices per person
| Travellers | Price per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller | €1,910 | €1,910 |
| 2 travellers | €1,075 | €2,150 |
| 3 travellers | €855 | €2,565 |
| 4 travellers | €745 | €2,980 |
| 5 travellers | €680 | €3,400 |
| 6+ travellers | €635 | €635 × number of travellers |
| More than 8 travellers | On request |
The van and the driver-guide cost the same for 1 or 6 travellers, so the more you are, the less each person pays.
What’s included
- ✅ Private air-conditioned van with a professional driver
- ✅ English- or French-speaking driver-guide for the whole tour
- ✅ Fuel and tolls
- ✅ 4 nights in a riad or hotel in Marrakech (3–4★ standard)
- ✅ 1 night in a hotel or riad in Ouarzazate and 1 night in the Dades Valley
- ✅ 1 night in a desert camp in Merzouga, in a private tent with its own bathroom
- ✅ Marrakech airport pick-up and drop-off
- ✅ Licensed local guide for a half-day walk in the Marrakech medina
- ✅ Breakfast and dinner as shown in the itinerary
- ✅ Camel trek into the dunes at sunset
- ✅ Sandboarding fun on the dunes
Not included
- ❌ Lunches
- ❌ Drinks
- ❌ Monument entrance fees (e.g. the Aït Ben Haddou kasbah)
- ❌ Local guides at the sites (optional, on request)
- ❌ Tips
- ❌ Travel insurance
Optional upgrades
- 🛏️ Single room – your own room and tent: +€25 per night (+€175 for this tour). Already included for solo travellers.
- 🌙 Extra night – add a night anywhere on the route and travel at a slower pace: price on request.
- 🌊 Continue to the coast – combine your tour with our private transfer from Marrakech to Agadir, Taghazout or Tamraght, from €140 per vehicle.
Good to know
- 🎒 What to bring: comfortable walking shoes for the medinas, sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen and a light jacket for the evenings.
- 🕌 Mosques and holy places: wear clothes that cover shoulders and knees. Most mosques are closed to non-Muslims; the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca can be visited on a guided tour at set times.
- 🌙 Desert nights are cold – from November to March it can drop close to 0 °C at night, so pack a warm jacket.
- ☀️ Best seasons: March to June and September to November. Summer is hot inland; in winter the mountain roads can be cold and sometimes snowy.
- 🕌 Riad in the Medina? Cars can’t enter the narrow lanes, so your driver meets you at the nearest drop-off point.
- 🥗 Food: vegetarian or another diet? Just tell us when you book.
- 💳 Booking & payment: no online payment when you book. We confirm availability on WhatsApp, then a 30% deposit paid via a payment link secures your tour. The balance is paid on day 1 (in cash or as agreed).
- ↩️ Cancellation: free up to 7 days before the start date.
FAQ
Is the price per person?
Yes. Prices are per person and get lower as your group grows. For example, 4 travellers pay €745 each, so €2,980 in total.
Will we share the van with other travellers?
No. This is a private tour: the van, the driver-guide and the itinerary are just for your group.
Is a guide included?
Yes. Your English- or French-speaking driver-guide stays with you for the whole tour, tells you about the places you visit and helps with everything on the way. At big sites such as Aït Ben Haddou you can also hire a licensed local guide on the spot (optional, paid locally).
What is the desert camp like?
You sleep in a private tent with proper beds and your own bathroom. Dinner is served at the camp, and on clear nights the sky is full of stars. Electricity and Wi-Fi can be limited.
Can we change the itinerary or add a night?
Of course – it’s your private tour. Tell us what you’d like (an extra night, a slower pace, another start or end point) and we’ll send you a price on WhatsApp.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, families are welcome. The days include long drives, so we take regular breaks. Tell us the children’s ages when you book.
How do I book and pay?
Fill in the booking form or send us a WhatsApp message. There’s no online payment: we confirm availability on WhatsApp first, then you pay a 30% deposit via a payment link to secure your tour. The balance is paid on day 1, in cash or as agreed.
We’re staying in Agadir or Taghazout – can we do this tour?
Yes. We can pick you up on the coast and drop you back there – tell us on WhatsApp and we’ll send you the plan and the price.
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