Activity Marrakech, Morocco
2-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Zagora Private & Luxury
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Take this Sahara Desert tour if you don’t have a long holiday in Morocco or if you prefer to spend just a short part of your Moroccan adventure on a desert trip — this is the perfect tour for you.
This is a short but adventure-packed excursion. Departing from Marrakech, you’ll travel over the stunning High Atlas Mountains and across the famous Tichka Pass to the Draa Valley in the south.
Enjoy breathtaking views from the mountain heights, with stops along the way to capture memorable photos of Berber villages and lush valleys. You'll also visit two of Morocco’s most iconic Berber fortresses — Ait Ben Haddou and Taourirt Kasbahs — and explore Ouarzazate’s famous film studios, where you can photograph real movie sets.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 days
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–7
- Guide
- Arabic, English, Italian, French
- Operated by
- Comfort Travel Morocco Private Tours
Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–17 years) · Adults (18–90 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Dinner x1 (If picked as option)
- Included: Ait Ben Haddou guided tour (If picked as option)
- Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Included: Private & Luxury A/C Mercedes Van
- Included: Atlas film studio guided tour + Entrance fee (If picked as option)
- Included: 1 Overnight at your luxury camp (If picked as option)
- Included: Camel ride Back & forth to the camp (If picked as option)
- Included: Breakfast x1 (If picked as option)
- Included: Mini bottled water in the van
- Included: Expert English speaking driver
Not included
- Not included: Activities such as ATV ride
- Not included: Drinks during dinner
- Not included: Lunches
- Not included: Gratuities
Itinerary
Day 1 · Marrakech -Tizi N’tichka - Ait Ben Haddou - Agdz - Draa Valley Zagora.
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40 min
Translated from Berber Language to English as (The Pass of Tichka) It is located at the High Atlas Mountain range with an Altitude of (2260 m - 7414 ft) As a road it is considered the highest mountain pass in Morocco, or highest road point. It offers a stunning view over the north version with its Berber villages due to its location and height. We'll be stopping here to to take some panorama pictures in interested.
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Ait Ben Haddou
3 hours
Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah or (Berber Citadel/Fortress) where we will stop for lunch and then a guided visit of the Kasbah afterwards. It is so unique as it had become a UNESCO world heritage site since 1987, which makes it the only Kasbah that it is still in its origins.
Lots of American popular movies had been shot here, like The Gladiator, Asterix Obelix, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, The Jewel of the Nile, The last temptation of Christ and many more.
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Agdz
Passing by
Agdz, also spelled Agdez, is located about 65 kilometers south of Ouarzazate,
Agdz, which means in the Berber Language "resting place," is located along the old caravan route linking Marrakech to Timbuktu, and played an important role in the exchange of goods across the Sahara.
It is also know for it's large amazing Palm Oasis.
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Zagora
14 hours
We reach our final destination of the first day, ride your camels for about 40min to get you to your camp site to enjoy a delicious dinner at your luxury camp together with Berber men playing music under the stars.
Overnight at your Riad in Dades valley
Day 2 · Zagora - Agdz - Ouarzazate - Telouat - Tizi N'Tichka - Marrakech
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Draa Valley
15 min
In this morning just before we leave Zagora city, we will make sure to make an important stop at the Draa Valley palm grove, to admire the beauty of the largest Palm Oasis in Morocco and for taking pictures as well.
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Taourirt Kasbah
45 min Admission included
Enjoy a guided visit of the Kasbah Taourirt, a true Berber labyrinth where it’s easy to lose your way without a guide.
Kasbah Taourirt is a historic fortified residence complex, originally constructed in the 17th century by the Imzwarn, a powerful local family. In the 19th century, it was taken over and significantly expanded by the influential Glaoui family, who rose to dominate southern Morocco.
Built from traditional mudbrick, the kasbah features intricate architecture, richly decorated rooms, and stunning views, offering a glimpse into Morocco’s aristocratic past.
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Stop 3
45 min Admission included
You may stop for an optional visit to the Atlas Corporation Studios;
First Film Studio located in North Africa, the site is spread over 20 hectares and offers all necessary services and equipment for productions: exterior and interior sets, production offices, workshops, stables with trained animals and accommodation in the Oscar Hotel. Perfect for business events or festive evenings, the studios is open daily for visitors that will discover Tibetan Temple, Egyptian palaces, Kasbahs and other unusual environments
Meeting point and pickup
You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.
Meeting point
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This location is by the Main and famous square Jemaa El Fnaa, exactly by Amornakoch Coffee shop
End point
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The drop off is very close to the Main square Jemaa El Fnaa since vehicles have no access at the same pick up place after midday.
Pickup points
- Stars Hotel
- Riad Adore
- Riad Shajara
- Riad Luciano Hotel & Spa
- Hotel Ibn Batouta
- Le Tafilalet
- Jadali Hotel & Spa
- Riad El Laadel
- Riad Salman
- Riad Majia
- Riad Hart Essoura
- Hotel Riad Youssef
and 575 more pickup points
We can always pick our clients up from their accommodation Hotels & Riads in Marrakech as long as the vehicles have access to the area.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
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| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options
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The Full package
Overnight at Luxury camp site: +Camel ride back & forth
Atlas Cinema Studio: Guided tour + Entrance fee
Luxury Tour: Exclusively Private
Duration: 2 days: 1 Overnight
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast at luxury camp
Draa Tafilalet region: Southern Morocco
Luxury vehicle: Private A/C Mercedes van
Kasbahs tours: Guided tours into Kasbahs + entrance fees
Pickup included
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Private Transport Only
Luxury tour: Exclusively Private
Duration: 2 days
Draa Tafilalet region: Southern Morocco
Luxury vehicle : Private A/C Mercedes van
Pickup included
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Large private group (7 People)
Sightseeing: Ait Ben Haddou & Taourirt Kasbahs + Entrance fee
Luxury tour: Exclusively Private
Duration: 2 days
Lunches: X2 Lunches included
Draa Tafilalet region: Southern Morocco
Luxury vehicle : Private A/C Mercedes van
Atlas Cinema studio: Guided tour + Entrance fee
Pickup included
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