Private driver, van hire & tours
Marrakech to Merzouga Private Desert Tour (3 Days)
Three days, one private driver: Tizi n’Tichka, Aït Ben Haddou, Dades and Todra gorges, and a night among the Erg Chebbi dunes of Merzouga.
Highlights
- Your own vehicle and driver for 3 days
- Aït Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate
- Dades and Todra gorges
- Camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Night in a desert camp
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The great Sahara road trip
Seeing the sun rise over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi is one of the most memorable experiences in Morocco. Merzouga is 560 km from Marrakech, so the journey is part of the adventure — and doing it with your own private van and driver means you travel at your own pace, stop where you like and skip the crowded 16-seat group tours.
Suggested 3-day itinerary
Day 1 — Marrakech → Tizi n'Tichka → Aït Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Dades Gorges. Cross the High Atlas, explore the UNESCO-listed ksar, then follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through Skoura's palm grove to the Dades valley for the night.
Day 2 — Dades → Todra Gorges → Merzouga. Walk between the 300-metre walls of the Todra gorge, continue via Erfoud and reach Merzouga in the afternoon. A camel caravan takes you into the dunes for sunset and a night in a desert camp with dinner and Berber drums.
Day 3 — Merzouga → Marrakech. Sunrise over the dunes, breakfast, and the long, scenic drive back to Marrakech via Alnif and Ouarzazate. Or end your trip in Fes instead.
Pricing explained
The price is per vehicle and covers the driver, fuel, tolls and the driver's own food and lodging. Your accommodation (kasbah hotels, desert camp from standard to luxury) and meals are booked according to your budget — we're happy to arrange them for you and show you every cost upfront.
Plan it with our article Marrakech to Merzouga: planning a private 3-day Sahara tour. Short on time? The Agafay desert is 45 minutes from Marrakech.
Included
- Private vehicle and driver for 3 days
- Fuel and tolls
- Driver’s accommodation and meals
- Hotel and camp booking assistance
- Return to Marrakech or drop-off in Fes
Frequently asked questions
Is accommodation included in the price?
The price covers the private vehicle and driver. Your hotels and desert camp are added according to the standard you choose.
Can the tour end in Fes?
Yes, Merzouga to Fes is a classic route through the Middle Atlas cedar forests. Ask us for the price.
Can we do it in 4 or 5 days?
Absolutely — more days means less driving each day. We tailor the itinerary to you.
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