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Morocco Sahara and Kasbahs

Two Sahara nights, mountain drives and comfortable places to rest along the way.

  1. 1Marrakech
  2. 2Skoura
  3. 3Merzouga
  4. 4Dades Valley
  5. 5Ait Benhaddou

From, per person~US$2,500

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Best Mar to May and Oct, Nov

By @snuckUpdated 11 November 2026

Travel from Marrakech through palm groves and mountain valleys to the Erg Chebbi dunes, staying overnight along the way in both directions. Two nights at a desert camp with private bathrooms give you a full day to enjoy the Sahara beyond sunset.

Length
10 nights
Route
Marrakech, Skoura, Merzouga…
Best time
Mar to May and Oct, Nov
Ideal for
Couples who want desert adventure with comfortable stays

Why you'll love it

  1. Spend two Sahara nights in a private-bathroom tent
  2. See the dunes at sunset by private 4x4
  3. Rest for two nights among Skoura's palms
  4. Explore traditional earth-built kasbahs with a guide
  5. Take short walks in the Dades Valley
  6. Cross the High Atlas in a private vehicle

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive in Marrakech

    Travel from Marrakech airport to your riad, a traditional courtyard hotel, and settle in with mint tea. Keep the rest of the day free to rest.

    • Stay: Premium boutique riad with pool in Marrakech
    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, approximately 30–45 minutes, plus a short porter-assisted walk
  2. Day 2

    Palace and Old Town Walk

    Visit Bahia Palace and nearby old town lanes on a private morning walk. Return for lunch and an afternoon by the pool. Head out for an easy evening afterwards.

    • Stay: Premium boutique riad with pool in Marrakech
    • Getting there: Guided walking and private local transfers, approximately 20–40 minutes total
  3. Day 3

    Spa Time and Free Time

    Enjoy your included hammam bath treatment, with time for a relaxed breakfast around your appointment. The rest of the day is yours before the road journey begins.

    • Stay: Premium boutique riad with pool in Marrakech
    • Getting there: Short private spa transfer if required
  4. Day 4

    Cross the High Atlas

    Cross the High Atlas mountains on the Tizi n'Tichka road. Stop for views, lunch and breaks along the way. Continue through Ouarzazate to your lodge in Skoura's palm grove.

    • Stay: Characterful upscale kasbah lodge in Skoura
    • Getting there: Private car, approximately 6–7 hours including lunch and short stops
  5. Day 5

    Palm Groves and Kasbah Amridil

    Walk through the palm grove with a local guide and visit Kasbah Amridil, a traditional fortified home. Return for a relaxed afternoon in the garden. No more driving is planned today.

    • Stay: Characterful upscale kasbah lodge in Skoura
    • Getting there: Private local transfers, approximately 30–60 minutes total, plus walking
  6. Day 6

    Drive to the Sahara

    Drive east through the valley towns, stopping for lunch and regular stretches. Near Merzouga, switch to a 4x4 for the drive to camp. Settle into your tent before dinner.

    • Stay: Premium tent with private bathroom near Erg Chebbi
    • Getting there: Private car, approximately 5.5–6.5 hours including breaks; camp 4x4 transfer, approximately 30–45 minutes
  7. Day 7

    A Day in the Desert

    Wake for the early light if you like, then have breakfast and take a short guided walk near camp. Rest during the warmer hours. Head out in a private 4x4 at sunset, then return to camp for dinner.

    • Stay: Premium tent with private bathroom near Erg Chebbi
    • Getting there: Private local 4x4 outing, approximately 1.5–2 hours including stops
  8. Day 8

    Todra Gorge and Dades

    Leave after breakfast and head west, stopping at Todra Gorge for lunch and a short walk. Continue to the Dades Valley and settle into your hotel for dinner.

    • Stay: Upscale boutique kasbah hotel in the Dades Valley
    • Getting there: Camp 4x4 transfer, approximately 30–45 minutes; private car, approximately 5–6 hours including lunch and the gorge stop
  9. Day 9

    Valley Walk and Ait Benhaddou

    Take a short morning walk in the valley, then drive through the Rose Valley towards Ait Benhaddou. Explore the ksar, a fortified village built from earth, with a local guide in the softer afternoon light.

    • Stay: Characterful boutique kasbah stay near Ait Benhaddou
    • Getting there: Private car, approximately 3.5–4.5 hours including a comfort stop, excluding the guided visit
  10. Day 10

    Return Across the Atlas

    Cross the mountains back to Marrakech, with time for a relaxed lunch stop. Rest at your riad in the afternoon. Enjoy your included farewell dinner in the evening.

    • Stay: Premium boutique riad with pool in Marrakech
    • Getting there: Private car, approximately 4.5–5.5 hours including lunch and short stops
  11. Day 11

    Depart From Marrakech

    Have breakfast and spend a final quiet moment in the courtyard. Your driver will take you to Marrakech airport for your next flight.

    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, approximately 30–45 minutes, plus medina porter assistance

Where you'll stay

  1. 3 nights · days 1 to 3Premium boutique riad with pool in Marrakech
  2. 2 nights · days 4 to 5Characterful upscale kasbah lodge in Skoura
  3. 2 nights · days 6 to 7Premium tent with private bathroom near Erg Chebbi
  4. 1 night · day 8Upscale boutique kasbah hotel in the Dades Valley
  5. 1 night · day 9Characterful boutique kasbah stay near Ait Benhaddou
  6. 1 night · day 10Premium boutique riad with pool in Marrakech

When to go

  1. Jan
  2. Feb
  3. Margood time to go
  4. Aprgood time to go
  5. Maygood time to go
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sep
  10. Octgood time to go
  11. Novgood time to go
  12. Dec

Best from Mar to May and Oct, Nov. Other months work too; we'll tell you what to expect for your dates.

Included

  • Ten nights in premium riads, boutique lodges and a camp with private bathrooms, two people sharing
  • Daily breakfast
  • Dinners in Skoura, Merzouga, Dades and Ait Benhaddou
  • Farewell dinner in Marrakech
  • Private air-conditioned road transport with an English-speaking driver
  • Private 4x4 rides to and from camp, plus a sunset outing
  • Private guides for the walks and sightseeing listed
  • Entry fees for the sights listed
  • One hammam bath treatment per person
  • Help carrying luggage through the old town

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Lunches and other meals not listed
  • Alcohol and personal purchases
  • Optional activities
  • Tips
  • Applicable Indian taxes and TCS

Good to know

  • Prices start at an estimated ₹235,000 per person, with two people sharing, excluding flights. Facilities differ between premium desert camps.
  • Desert nights can be cold. Confirm heating and food requirements before booking, especially for vegetarian or Jain meals.
  • Mountain driving times depend on weather and stops. This trip suits people comfortable with winding roads and several long drives.

Before you go to Morocco

Capital:
Rabat
Languages:
Arabic, Standard Moroccan Tamazight
Currency:
MAD

Questions

How many days is the Morocco Sahara and Kasbahs trip?

10 nights and 11 days: Marrakech, Skoura, Merzouga, Dades Valley, Ait Benhaddou, Marrakech.

How much does it cost?

From ₹2,35,000 per person, twin sharing, without international flights. We confirm the price for your dates.

When is the best time to go?

Mar to May and Oct, Nov.

What is included?

Ten nights in premium riads, boutique lodges and a camp with private bathrooms, two people sharing, Daily breakfast, Dinners in Skoura, Merzouga, Dades and Ait Benhaddou, Farewell dinner in Marrakech, Private air-conditioned road transport with an English-speaking driver, Private 4x4 rides to and from camp, plus a sunset outing, Private guides for the walks and sightseeing listed, Entry fees for the sights listed, One hammam bath treatment per person, Help carrying luggage through the old town.

What is not included?

International flights, Visa fees and travel insurance, Lunches and other meals not listed, Alcohol and personal purchases, Optional activities, Tips, Applicable Indian taxes and TCS.

Can the trip be changed?

Yes. A trip designer shapes the pace, stays and length with you before you book.

Make it yours.

Change the pace, the stays or the length. A trip designer shapes it with you, and we confirm the price for your dates.

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