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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Ait Ben Haddou from the River Bed

Winding Road in the Atlas Mountains

Camel Ride in Erg Chebbi

Jemaa el Fna Square

Bridge to Ksar Ait Ben Haddou

Atlas Mountains beyond Marrakech

Souk in Marrakech

Tea in Ait Ben Haddou

Fortress Walls in Essaouira

Donkeys in Merzouga Desert

Beach of Essaouira

Ait Ben Haddou

Incense & Spice Shop in Marrakech

Shops at Tizi N’Tichka

Fortress In Essaouira

Atlas Mountains with Snow

Erg Chebbi Dunes at Sunrise

Looking out over the Atlas Mountains

Sunset over Essaouira

Berber Village in the Atlas Mountains

Road into the Atlas Mountains

Majorelle Garden in Marrakech

Luxury Desert Camp at Night

Ait Ben Haddou

Shops at Tizi N’Tichka

Vendors in Jemaa el Fna Square

Luxury Desert Camp at Night

Mineral Shop at Tizi N’Tichka

4×4 in Erg Chebbi

Asif Ounila

Essaouira: City on the Water

Inside Ait Ben Haddou

Cafe in the Atlas Mountains

Boats in Essaouira

    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 ratingGreat tour of Morocco desert (and more!) - Great experience!
      Ismail was a great driver, guide tour and always very friendly.
      Highly recommended to live a once in a lifetime experience!

      micheledZ8199CN
      January 31, 2023

      star ratingGood!  - Housine is perfect, wonderful trip! Nice view nice guide. Our desert tour was truly exceptional, thanks to our incredible guide. Their knowledge of the desert’s history, flora, and fauna was... read more

      avatar thumb Tourist18177127320
      December 23, 2024

      star ratingDesert experience - It was an amazing experience! Very nice staff. The conditions (rooms, wc) were very clean and adequated for the desert experience

      avatar thumb André R
      March 4, 2024
    • star ratingGreat experience - Ismael is a great driver and tour guide! Very friendly and helpful. It was a great experience!!! Allways on time, with pacience and good humour!

      avatar thumb isabeldV7499HB
      January 2, 2023

      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 ratingWell organised, good value for money - We had a good, well organised tour. Ismael was brilliant fun, picked us up on time and communicated well with how the day would work! Thank you!

      avatar thumb amyh87
      December 9, 2022
    • star ratingIt was really Nice, Ismail was the perfect driver ! I RECOMMAND Him et the angecy for your trip !!!!

      avatar thumb 597yaminam
      January 29, 2023

      star ratingA trip made by the people - I went on a 2-day trip to Zagora desert and the highlight of the entire experience was our driver and guide, Ismael.

      Sat in the front, Ismael was incredibly... read more

      Zackzackz
      February 16, 2023

      star ratingAn awesome action packed adventure!  - This was such a fun and action packed trip. We saw so many interesting and beautiful sights and had so many adventures! Rene & Ismail were fantastic tour guides and... read more

      avatar thumb catrionam482
      April 8, 2024

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      Discover Sahara Tours
      Marrakech, Morocco
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