3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara Escape — Ait Ben Haddou, Dades, Todra & Erg Chebbi

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Day 1: Atlas & Kasbahs

Marrakech, Morocco on November 14, 2025

7:00am

Hotel pick-up in Marrakech

Private pick-up from your riad/hotel to begin the drive over the High Atlas; early departure avoids city traffic and gives extra daylight for photo stops.
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9:30am

Tizi n’Tichka pass photo stop

Brief stop at 2,260 m to admire sweeping mountain panoramas and traditional Berber villages clinging to the slopes.
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11:30am

Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah visit

Explore the iconic UNESCO kasbah, stroll narrow alleys and climb for views of the ksar used in many films; site typically accessible 8:00am–6:00pm so plan a mid-day visit.
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12:45pm

Lunch near Ait Ben Haddou — Restaurant Kasbah Tebi (recommended)

Traditional tagine or couscous at a kasbah-side terrace with views of the hilltop village; many restaurants serve lunch from ~11:30am–3:30pm.
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2:00pm

Ouarzazate — Taourirt Kasbah or Atlas Film Studios (optional)

Quick stop to visit Taourirt Kasbah (museum/mural areas often open 9:00am–5:30pm) or the Atlas Film Studios to see famous sets (studios open ~9:00am–5:00pm; ticketed).
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3:30pm

Drive via Skoura Oasis & Valley of Roses

Scenic drive with short photo stops among palm groves and kasbahs; the Valley of Roses is most fragrant in spring but remains picturesque year-round.
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5:00pm

Check-in at Dades Valley riad/kasbah

Arrive at your charming riad or kasbah overlooking the gorge, unwind and enjoy the sunset views across the valley.
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5:30pm

Booking & contact — MoroccoFamilyVacation.com

For bookings, itinerary adjustments, vehicle upgrades or family-specific needs (child seats, private guides), visit MoroccoFamilyVacation.com to confirm services and timing.
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7:00pm

Dinner in Dades (included)

Traditional Moroccan dinner served at your accommodation — a relaxing evening with local cuisine and the option to walk to nearby viewpoints after dark.
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Day 2: Gorges to Dunes

Dades Valley → Merzouga, Morocco on November 15, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at the riad (included)

Fill up on a Moroccan breakfast—bread, olive oil, eggs, honey and mint tea—before departing for Todra Gorge.
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8:30am

Drive to Todra Gorge via Tinghir palm groves

Scenic 1–1.5 hour drive with views of palm oases and traditional villages en route to the impressive canyon.
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10:15am

Todra Gorge walk and photos

Short flat walk through the gorge beneath sheer 200–300 m cliffs; ideal for photography and a light stroll—access is open all day.
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12:15pm

Lunch in Tinghir — Cafe Panorama (recommended)

Casual lunch stop to try a savory tagine or grilled dishes; most local cafes serve warm meals midday between 12:00pm–3:00pm.
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2:00pm

Erfoud — fossil workshops and dates market

Browse workshops displaying ancient fossils and local craftsmen; shops generally open 9:00am–6:00pm and are interesting for families and collectors.
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3:00pm

Arrive Merzouga — rest & prepare

Short stop to freshen up in Merzouga village or at a guesthouse before heading into the dunes for sunset.
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4:15pm

Camel trek into Erg Chebbi for sunset

Ride camels across the golden dunes to a high sand ridge to watch the desert sunset (sunset in mid-November around 5:15pm); local guides handle saddling and route.
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6:00pm

Arrive desert camp — dinner & music

Settle into a Berber-style camp, enjoy a shower if available, share a family-style dinner and listen to traditional music around the fire; camp programs often run until late evening.
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Day 3: Sunrise & Return

Merzouga → Marrakech, Morocco on November 16, 2025

6:30am

Sahara sunrise on the dunes

Climb a nearby dune to watch the sunrise paint the sand in warm tones — a peaceful and photogenic experience accessible year-round.
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7:30am

Return to Merzouga by camel or 4x4

Depending on your package you’ll either ride the camels back or take a short 4x4 transfer to Merzouga village for showers and packing.
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8:45am

Breakfast in Merzouga (included)

Breakfast at the camp or guesthouse before boarding for the long scenic drive back to Marrakech.
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9:30am

Depart Merzouga — drive via Alnif & Nkob

Long drive west across high plateaus and through small desert towns toward the greener Draa Valley; photo stops along the route break up the journey.
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1:15pm

Lunch stop — Agdz or Ouarzazate (timing dependent)

Lunch at a comfortable roadside restaurant such as Kasbah Tifoultoute near Ouarzazate or a family-run spot in Agdz; restaurants generally open 12:00pm–3:00pm.
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2:30pm

Draa Valley palm grove drive & quick stops

Drive through the Draa Valley’s long palm-lined riverbed and stop at traditional ksars for photos and short walks.
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4:30pm

Tizi n’Tichka pass (final photo stop)

Cross the High Atlas again with a final scenic pause at the pass for late-afternoon vistas before descending toward Marrakech.
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7:30pm

Drop-off in Marrakech

Arrive back in Marrakech and transfer to your riad or the city center; tour ends on arrival (time may vary with traffic and chosen stops).
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