Your 6 Days Sahara Desert & Essaouira Tour from Marrakech begins with a scenic drive west toward the Atlantic coast. Along the way, spot goats climbing argan trees — a unique Moroccan sight.

Arrive in Essaouira and enjoy a guided walking tour through the Old Medina, historic ramparts, and vibrant fishing harbor. Optional seafood lunch by the beach before overnight stay in a charming riad.

Travel south through the fertile Souss Valley. Stop in Agadir to explore its beach promenade, souks, and hilltop Kasbah overlooking the Atlantic.

Continue inland to Taroudante, often called “Little Marrakech” for its impressive ramparts and authentic medina. Dinner and overnight stay in a traditional riad.

Journey through the Anti-Atlas Mountains toward Taliouine, Morocco’s saffron capital. Optional visit to a saffron cooperative to learn about production.

Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco.” Evening at leisure in this cinematic desert city.

Cross the Anti-Atlas into the lush Draa Valley, famous for its date palms and ancient mud-built kasbahs. Continue through changing desert landscapes toward Merzouga.

In the afternoon, enjoy a camel ride across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset. Arrive at your luxury Sahara desert camp for dinner under the stars and overnight in a private tent.

Wake early for sunrise in the Sahara and breakfast in the open air. Depart by 4x4 toward Erfoud and continue to Tinerhir.

Visit the impressive Todra Gorge, where towering canyon walls create a spectacular natural setting. Later, drive to Dades Valley and explore its unique rock formations and kasbahs.

Dinner and overnight in Dades.

Travel along the Valley of One Thousand Kasbahs and stop in Kalaat Mgouna, known for its annual Rose Festival. Visit the palm groves of Skoura and the historic Amredile Kasbah.

Continue to Ouarzazate for a studio tour before exploring Aït Benhaddou with a local guide. Finally, cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass and return to Marrakech, where your journey concludes.