Sahara & Kasbahs, in Seclusion
7 nights · Marrakech · Skoura · Merzouga
For travelers drawn to Morocco’s great open spaces. Cross the High Atlas to the oasis kasbahs of the south, then give the desert the time it deserves: two nights in a secluded camp, where the only schedule is the changing light on the dunes.
DURATION
7 nights, 8 days
ROUTE
Marrakech, Skoura, Merzouga
BEST SEASON
October to April
IDEAL FOR
Open spaces and starlit nights
What you will love
The Tizi n’Tichka pass and the fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou
A night in a restored kasbah in the palm oasis of Skoura
Two nights in a secluded desert camp in the dunes of Erg Chebbi
The Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley
Marrakech at the beginning and the end, with a private guide
IN PICTURES
The palm oasis of Skoura
Your camp at Erg Chebbi
Night falls on the dunes
Day by day
Day 1
— Arrival in Marrakech.
Private airport transfer to a hand-picked riad. A quiet evening to settle in.
Day 2
— Marrakech.
A morning with a private guide through the medina, palaces and gardens. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 3
— Over the High Atlas.
Cross the Tizi n’Tichka pass, explore Aït Ben Haddou, and continue to Skoura for a night in a restored kasbah.
Day 4
— To the dunes.
Along the road of a thousand kasbahs and through the Todra Gorge to Merzouga, arriving for sunset over the dunes. Night in your desert camp.
Day 5
— The desert, unhurried.
Sunrise over Erg Chebbi and a day entirely your own: camel ride, a 4x4 excursion to nomad families, or rest in the shade. Dinner under the stars.
Day 6
— The Dades Valley.
A slower road west to the Dades Valley, with its rock formations and almond groves. Night in a valley guesthouse.
Day 7
— Back to Marrakech.
Return over the mountains to Marrakech (about 6 hours with stops). Farewell dinner.
Day 8
— Departure.
Private transfer to the airport.
Two nights where the only schedule is the light on the dunes.
What’s included
private vehicle and driver throughout, 7 nights in a riad, a kasbah, a desert camp and a valley guesthouse, a private guide in Marrakech, the experiences listed above, airport transfers, and your concierge’s support throughout.
Not included
international flights, travel insurance, meals and drinks not mentioned, and gratuities.
Shaped entirely around you
From US$4,500 per person, based on two travelers sharing. Final price depends on season and your choice of residences.