Private Morocco journey

2-day Zagora Desert Tour from Marrakech

A short desert escape from Marrakech through Ait Benhaddou, the Draa Valley and Zagora’s rocky dunes.

Route dossier · 2 days / 1 night

Made for the long way around.

An express private desert trip for travellers with limited time, combining an Atlas crossing, Ait Benhaddou, Zagora and a camel ride.

Signature moments

  • 01Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate.
  • 02Draa Valley scenery and Zagora’s desert edge.
  • 03Camel ride, dinner and overnight desert accommodation.

Itinerary · Day by day

A journey that unfolds slowly.

Day01

Marrakech to Ait Benhaddou, Ouarzazate and Zagora

Cross Tizi n’Tichka, visit the ksar of Ait Benhaddou and travel through Ouarzazate and the Draa Valley to Zagora.

Day02

Zagora Dunes to Agdez, the High Atlas and Marrakech

Enjoy a camel ride and desert sunrise, then return via Agdez and the High Atlas to Marrakech.

Follow the route

Map of itinerary

Follow the Atlas crossing and Draa Valley route from Marrakech to Zagora.

Included

Everything for the road.

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle (SUV, 4×4, or minibus).
  • English-speaking driver.
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation.
  • Accommodation with dinner and breakfast, including vegetarian options on request.
  • Sunset or sunrise camel trek.
  • Private-tent desert-camp night with dinner and breakfast.
  • Time to explore route highlights such as Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate.

Not included

Make it yours.

  • International flights.
  • Personal travel insurance.
  • Lunches and drinks.
  • Entrance fees to attractions.
  • Tips and personal expenses.

Travel, personally arranged

Let’s make this your Morocco.

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