9 Day Excursion from Marrakech to Sahara Desert & Essaouira

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Marrakech to the Sahara Desert & Essaouira

9 days, 8 nights

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Unlock Morocco's wonders with this 9-day journey through majestic Marrakesh, the sweeping Sahara Desert, and coastal Essaouira!

Overview

Ready for adventure? Take an unforgettable 9-day journey to Morocco, exploring breathtaking scenery from Marrakesh's bustling markets all the way out through the majestic Sahara Desert and along the picturesque coast of Essaouira. Turn your travel dreams into reality with this amazing bucket list experience!

The Bridge to Ait Ben Haddou

Highlights & Options

  • Visit Kasbah Ait-Ben-Haddou - a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Travel through the Atlas Mountains
  • Experience the gorges of Dades Valley
  • Visit The Valley of The Roses
  • Ride a Camel in the Chegaga & Merzouga Dunes
  • Visit the nomads of the Sahara Desert
  • Spend the night in a Desert Camp
  • Take a guided tour of the souks and Medina of Marrakech
  • Visit the coastal city of Essaouira


Please notify us of any options or add-ons you would like to be included in your experience on the booking form.

*Included in Royal Booking Option


Itinerary

Start: Marrakech

Pick up at or near your Riad/hotel.

End: Marrakech

Drop off at or near your Riad/hotel.

Explore the exotic beauty and culture of Morocco...

...with this incredible 9-day journey! Begin in magnetic Marrakesh, then make your way to the majestic Sahara Desert. Finish off at picturesque Essaouira - a charming coastal city located near breathtaking Atlantic Ocean views. Book now and add some Moroccan magic to your travel memories!

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Inclusions

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Mineral Shop at Tizi N’Tichka

Luxury Desert Camp at Night

Inside Ait Ben Haddou

Camel Ride in Erg Chebbi

Fortress In Essaouira

Ait Ben Haddou

Donkeys in Merzouga Desert

Vendors in Jemaa el Fna Square

Tea in Ait Ben Haddou

Atlas Mountains beyond Marrakech

Shops at Tizi N’Tichka

Cafe in the Atlas Mountains

Erg Chebbi Dunes at Sunrise

Road into the Atlas Mountains

Luxury Desert Camp at Night

Souk in Marrakech

Asif Ounila

Berber Village in the Atlas Mountains

Winding Road in the Atlas Mountains

Essaouira: City on the Water

Looking out over the Atlas Mountains

Sunset over Essaouira

Majorelle Garden in Marrakech

Boats in Essaouira

Jemaa el Fna Square

Atlas Mountains with Snow

Shops at Tizi N’Tichka

Ait Ben Haddou from the River Bed

Fortress Walls in Essaouira

Ait Ben Haddou

Incense & Spice Shop in Marrakech

Beach of Essaouira

Bridge to Ksar Ait Ben Haddou

4×4 in Erg Chebbi

    Why Travel with Discover Sahara Tours?

    Our People

    Looking for a truly unique and immersive tour experience? Meet our exceptional full-time local drivers and guides, who don't just show you around - they become your well-connected friend. Accompanying you on each day of the tour, they share their lifelong connections to the region, offering fascinating anecdotes about its history and culture. With their insider knowledge and friendly personalities, you'll feel like a local in no time.

    Custom Experience

    Experience adventure like never before with our private tours! We are passionate about creating a customized travel experience that is tailored to your preferences. Imagine immersing yourself in the daily life of a nomadic family in the desert or cruising through the Sahara on a quad bike. We'll work with you to build an itinerary that meets your every desire, making sure that your journey is nothing short of amazing.

    Local Cuisine

    Experience the flavors, stories, and warmth of a place through its cuisine - that's our promise to you. Whether it's a cozy family-owned restaurant or indulging in a gourmet meal in our Sahara desert camps, these expertly curated meals will tantalize your taste buds and give you a glimpse into the heart and soul of the locals. Come travel with us and discover the magic of local Moroccan food traditions.

    Sustainable Travel

    Indulge in sustainable travel that nurtures the communities you visit. Invest in the local livelihoods by putting your money where your heart is. Discover the magic of authentic and immersive travel experiences that take you beyond the surface level. Our unique personal touch preserves and supports the cultures and traditions of the places you explore. It's a travel experience that will satisfy your curiosity and leave a positive impact on the world.

    Customer Reviews

    • star ratingTent trip  - We were driven by a very Nice driver(Azdin) to the start of the trip . We passed Some Nice places for Nice pictures . The camel ride was a... read more

      avatar thumb Cruiser30658349509
      April 5, 2024

      star ratingFun journey to a beautiful starry night in the desert - My two favorite parts of this trip (the five star portions in my opinion) was seeing the gorgeous starry night sky in the desert and the drive to the desert... read more

      avatar thumb J7272ILkaylaw
      April 10, 2024

      star ratingSuch a unique experience- loved everything about it! - Everything was so beautiful and the food was specifically incredible. Ismail, our guide was so helpful and made the trip so fun! We loved getting to do things off... read more

      Sabrina S
      June 23, 2023
    • star ratingFamily trip  - Nice trip with family.
      Tent .. ok
      Ambiance ..ok
      Food .. ok
      Music . ok
      Driver Azdin. Very very Very nice
      ..

      avatar thumb DayTrip67624038258
      April 5, 2024

      star ratingBest Guides and Tours Around!!! 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - What an amazing day!! We were picked up right on time from an easy to find location arranged in advance. Our driver, Ismail was friendly, helpful, knowledgable and fun. He... read more

      avatar thumb iamrwood
      December 18, 2022

      star ratingI highly recommend this tour company.
      They picked up us on time and also they dropped us in the same place.
      The trip took around 2h and half from... read more

      avatar thumb 770melvinm
      February 12, 2023
    • star ratingGreat trip through Morocco - We did the 3 day Tour from Marrakesh to Fes. It was a truly amazing trip with the desert being the absolute highlight. Ismail was a great guide and excellent... read more

      Naomi R
      January 13, 2023

      star ratingAwesome journey and experience in the desert - Wonderful tour, well organized.
      The driver was really kind and professional.
      The trip also offers guided visit to Ait Ben Haddou and camel ride to desert tents.
      Amazing experience!... read more

      avatar thumb Luca N
      January 2, 2023

      star ratingTrip to Zagora desert - I'm really impressed ... It was behond my expectations. The guides are really friendly and the food is amazing. The bathroom are really nice what is impressive when your are... read more

      avatar thumb martalapopais
      March 4, 2024

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      Marrakech, Morocco
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