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8 Day Marrakech to Sahara Desert Adventure

Introduction
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8 Day Marrakech to Sahara Desert

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8 Day Marrakech to Sahara Desert Adventure

Experience the magic of Morocco on an 8-day journey from the vibrant city of Marrakech to the breathtaking Sahara Desert. Enjoy local hospitality, explore ancient kasbahs, and spend nights under the stars in a desert camp, with unforgettable activities and stunning landscapes along the way.

Journey Highlights

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At a glance

Saturday, March 13, 2027

Sunday, March 14, 2027

Monday, March 15, 2027

Tuesday, March 16, 2027

Wednesday, March 17, 2027

Thursday, March 18, 2027

Friday, March 19, 2027

Saturday, March 20, 2027

Saturday, March 13, 2027

Day 1 - Arrive in Marrakech and Welcome Dinner

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Arrival in Marrakech and Welcome Dinner Experience

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Airport Transfer to accommodation

Airport transfer from RAK Morocco to your accommodation upon arrival in Marrakech.
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Local hotel/villa outside Marrakech

Check inSaturday, Mar 13, 2027
Stay in a local hotel or villa outside Marrakech after your arrival.
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Welcome dinner

Enjoy a welcome dinner on your first night in Marrakech.
Sunday, March 14, 2027

Day 2 - Marrakech to Ouarzazate

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Journey from Marrakech to Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou

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Breakfast

Breakfast before departing for Ouarzazate.
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Depart for Ouarzazate

Departure
Marrakech
Destination
Ouarzazate
Depart for Ouarzazate from Marrakech.
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Lunch on the road

Lunch on the road (not included).
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Visit Ait Ben Haddou

Visit Ait Ben Haddou, a historic fortified village along the former caravan route.
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Dinner at accommodation

Dinner at your accommodation in Ouarzazate or Agdz.
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Hotel/riad in Ouarzazate

Check inSunday, Mar 14, 2027
Stay at a hotel or riad in Ouarzazate after your journey from Marrakech.
Monday, March 15, 2027

Day 3 - Ouarzazate to Erg Lihoudi

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Journey from Ouarzazate to Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp

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Breakfast

Breakfast before departing for Erg Lihoudi.
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Explore kasbah/garden

Explore a kasbah or garden en route to Erg Lihoudi.
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Pottery/library tour

Pottery or library tour during the journey.
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Lunch on road (not included)

Lunch on the road (not included).
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Arrive at camp

DateMonday, Mar 15, 2027
Arrive at the desert camp in Erg Lihoudi.
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Dinner

Dinner at the desert camp.
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Stargazing/music/fire

Enjoy stargazing, music, and a fire at the camp.
Tuesday, March 16, 2027

Day 4 - Desert Safari and Lunch

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Desert Safari, Lunch, and Dune Exploration

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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Desert Safari with lunch

Desert Safari with lunch.
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Time to relax and explore dunes

Time to relax and explore dunes.
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Sandboarding

Sandboarding.
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Dinner

Dinner.
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Sunset/Stargazing/Music/Fire

Sunset, stargazing, music, and fire.
Wednesday, March 17, 2027

Day 5 - Old Kasbah visit

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Kasbah Visit, Camel Ride, and Desert Camp

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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Visit old Kasbah

Visit old Kasbah.
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Lunch at camp

Lunch at camp.
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Camel ride

Camel ride.
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Dinner

Dinner.
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Sunset/Stargazing/Music/Fire

Sunset, stargazing, music, and fire.
Thursday, March 18, 2027

Day 6 - Depart from Camp to Marrakech

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Return Journey from Desert Camp to Marrakech

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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Depart from camp

Depart from camp.
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Stop for lunch (not included)

Stop for lunch (not included).
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Arrive in Marrakech

Arrive in Marrakech.
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Dinner (not included)

Dinner (not included).
Friday, March 19, 2027

Day 7 - Explore Marrakech

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Discover Marrakech with Guided Tour and Free Time

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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½ day tour

½ day tour.
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Free afternoon

Free afternoon.
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Lunch (not included)

Lunch not included.
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Dinner (not included)

Dinner not included.
Saturday, March 20, 2027

Day 8 - Depart Marrakech

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Departure from Marrakech and Airport Transfer

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Breakfast

Breakfast.
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Airport transfer to RAK

Airport transfer to RAK.
Map of the trip locations

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A. Marrakech

Marrakech, Morocco

B. Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)

Marrakech Menara Airport, Marrakech, Morocco

C. Ouarzazate

Ouarzazate, Morocco

D. Ait Ben Haddou

Aït Benhaddou, Morocco

E. Agdz

Agdz, Morocco

F. Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp

Erg Lihoudi, Morocco

What's Included

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What's included

Airport transfers (RAK Morocco)

4x4 Transfer to desert camp

All listed activities, meals as listed, and transportation

En suite bathrooms in accommodation

Water

What's not included

Flights

Travel insurance

Beverages other than water

Meals not listed (we stop for lunch on the road but they are not included)

Tips/gratuities

Pricing

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