7 Day Luxury Sahara Desert Tour Itinerary

After a relaxed breakfast, visit the iconic Kasbah Amridil before continuing through the Valley of Roses, known for its springtime blossoms and Berber cooperatives producing rosewater. Travel along winding mountain roads lined with ancient kasbahs and adobe villages until you reach the dramatic Dades Gorges. Here, you’ll check into a charming boutique guesthouse overlooking the canyons, with time to enjoy a short walk or simply relax with a mint tea on the terrace. Dinner is served with local flavors and mountain views.

This morning, travel east through the Todra Valley and visit the awe-inspiring Todra Gorges—towering limestone cliffs popular with climbers. Continue through desert towns like Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops, before arriving at Merzouga at the edge of the Sahara. Here, meet your camel caravan for a magical ride across the dunes of Erg Chebbi as the sun begins to set. Arrive at your luxury desert camp—featuring private ensuite tents, plush linens, and candlelit ambiance. Enjoy a gourmet dinner followed by live Berber music beneath the star-filled sky.

Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, then enjoy breakfast with views of the golden sand. The day is yours to explore: take a 4×4 desert safari to visit fossil beds and the black volcanic desert, enjoy tea with a nomadic family, try sandboarding, or visit Khamlia village to hear traditional Gnawa music. Return to the camp or relax at a nearby kasbah with a pool or spa. In the evening, another exquisite dinner awaits, followed by stargazing or a peaceful fireside chat.

After breakfast, depart the desert via Rissani, where you’ll explore a traditional souk and the mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif. From there, travel south through ever-changing landscapes—stone plateaus, palm-filled valleys, and dramatic ridges—as you follow the Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest river oasis. Arrive in Agdz, a peaceful village framed by mountains and palms, and check into a serene eco-lodge or kasbah for a restful evening. Enjoy seasonal farm-to-table cuisine and a relaxing night in the desert’s edge.

Begin your return journey to Marrakech with a drive through the ancient caravan route, passing through Ouarzazate and climbing back into the High Atlas Mountains. Stop at the lesser-known but stunning Telouet Kasbah, once home to the powerful Glaoui family. Continue through winding passes and lush valleys, arriving back in Marrakech by late afternoon. Settle into a luxurious riad in the medina or opt for a modern hotel spa retreat. Your evening is free to relax or dine in one of the city’s elegant rooftop restaurants.

Your final day is flexible depending on your flight or interests. Enjoy a private guided tour of Marrakech’s historical sites—such as the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and the vibrant souks—or unwind at your riad with a spa treatment or rooftop breakfast. Transfers to the airport are included, or you can extend your stay to experience more of the Red City.