“Marrakech – Erg Chebbi” is a truly authentic to discover the south of the country . This route awakens us in Marrakech , a vibrant city brimming with color , artisans, and artists , with charming squares and aromas that will leave a lasting impression. From the city, we'll depart in a 4x4 towards the High Atlas Mountains , discovering breathtaking landscapes along the way, pausing to admire their beauty , chatting with the villagers and leisurely exploring their hidden villages and immense gorges . We'll leave the mountains to reach the Erg Chebbi Desert , a spectacle for the senses , with its endless dunes and the magical aura that only truly special places possess, allowing us to spend an unforgettable night under the stars . The journey takes us through unique places like the town of Rissani , with its ancient market , among many others…
Departure from the airport of origin towards Marrakech .
Arrival in Marrakech (where, depending on the time of year, there may be a time difference ).
Airport pickup and transfer to the Riad in the Medina or 5* Hotel .
Today we will visit the Medina of Marrakech on foot with a local guide .
We will begin by admiring the Koutoubia Minaret , the twin of the Giralda of Seville , and continue by visiting the Bay Palace .
We will venture into the narrow streets of the Souk , where we will have the opportunity to see different artisans : weaving carpets , making slippers … and we can find an infinite variety of quality crafts .
We will visit a Berber pharmacy , where they will show us their " little secrets ".
We will go out to Djemaa el-Fna Square , where the atmosphere during the day is completely different from that at night.
In the afternoon, free time to practice the art of bargaining or discover the most hidden places of the Medina at our own pace.
Accommodation in a Riad in the Medina or a 5* Hotel .
La Koutoubia: un alminar que inspiró a la Giralda de Sevilla
La Mezquita de la Koutoubia fue construida en el siglo XII por los almohades y su alminar es considerado una obra maestra de la arquitectura islámica. Su diseño sirvió de modelo para la Giralda de Sevilla y la Torre Hassan de Rabat, convirtiéndolo en uno de los campanarios más influyentes del mundo medieval.
Zocos de Marrakech: uno de los mercados artesanales más grandes del norte de África
La Medina de Marrakech alberga uno de los zocos más extensos y antiguos del norte de África, dividido en sectores especializados: curtidores, cesteros, tintoreros, zapateros, herreros, joyeros… La tradición artesanal se mantiene viva gracias a gremios heredados de época medieval, donde muchos oficios se transmiten de generación en generación.
Djemaa el-Fna: un patrimonio inmaterial único en el mundo
La Plaza Djemaa el-Fna fue declarada en 2001 Patrimonio Cultural Inmaterial de la Humanidad por la UNESCO por su extraordinaria vida cultural: cuentacuentos, músicos, acróbatas, herbolarios y artistas callejeros. La plaza cambia por completo del día a la noche, cuando se llena de puestos de comida y espectáculos espontáneos.
Day 2 of the itinerary
Today we will leave in a 4x4 vehicle with a driver to head to the Central High Atlas .
In this stage we have approximately 310 km ahead of us, although we will be rewarded by the spectacular scenery .
We will cross the Tizi n'Tichka , or Tichka mountain pass , the highest road pass in the country .
Here we will leave behind the predominant green and ochre colors to give way to a lunar landscape .
Along the way we will visit the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou , a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the setting for several film productions .
We will pass through Ouarzazate and continue through the Valley of Roses until we reach Boumalne Dades , a town located in the Valley of Birds , at an altitude of 1,612 m in the High Atlas mountain range .
Accommodation and dinner at the Hotel Xaluca Dades 4* .
Tizi n’Tichka: el paso de montaña asfaltado más alto de Marruecos
El Tizi n’Tichka, con 2.260 metros de altitud, es el puerto de carretera asfaltado más alto de Marruecos. Fue construido durante el Protectorado Francés en la década de 1930 para conectar Marrakech con el sur. Su ascenso permite observar cómo el paisaje cambia radicalmente: de los bosques y tierras fértiles del norte a un entorno casi lunar en el lado sur del Atlas.
Aït Ben Haddou: un ksar milenario y uno de los escenarios más filmados del mundo
El Ksar de Aït Ben Haddou es Patrimonio de la Humanidad desde 1987 y es uno de los mejores ejemplos de arquitectura tradicional de adobe del sur marroquí. Ha sido escenario de numerosas superproducciones como Gladiator, La Momia, Juego de Tronos (donde apareció como Yunkai) y Kingdom of Heaven, lo que lo convierte en uno de los lugares más filmados del continente africano.
Valley of the Roses and Boumalne Dades: a natural corridor at 1,612 meters
El Valle de las Rosas es famoso por la producción de la rosa damascena, utilizada para elaborar agua de rosas y aceites esenciales desde hace siglos. Más adelante, Boumalne Dades, situado a 1.612 metros de altitud, marca la entrada al impresionante valle del Dadès y a la región conocida tradicionalmente como el Valle de los Pájaros, por la gran cantidad de aves que migran y anidan en la zona.
Day 3 of the itinerary
This morning we will leave early towards Tinerhir , a town that offers a beautiful panorama of contrasts with its pink houses and palm groves , an ideal starting point to explore the famous Todra Gorges , where we can walk a little following the course of the river .
We will leave the mountains and continue to Erfoud , where we will take the track to experience a day of Total Desert .
We will travel along one of the tracks used in the Dakar Rally , visiting villages and desert nomads .
We will stop at the Marine Fossil Quarries , which are 360 million years old , and have a picnic in an authentic oasis .
We will continue until we reach the Great Erg Chebbi , a desert of very fine sand dunes , where we will exchange the 4x4 vehicle for dromedaries to enter the heart of the dunes and contemplate an unforgettable sunset .
We will arrive by dromedary at the Bivouac de Luxe , where we will stay in tents like those used by desert nomads .
Accommodation and dinner.
Sleeping under the stars is .
Tinerhir and the Todra Gorges: a canyon with walls up to 160 meters high
Las Gargantas del Todra son uno de los cañones más impresionantes del sur de Marruecos. En su tramo más estrecho, las paredes de roca caliza alcanzan 160 metros de altura, y el pequeño río Todra —que fluye todo el año— sigue esculpiendo el cañón. Este contraste entre roca vertical, agua y palmerales convierte la zona en un oasis natural único.
Pistas del Rally Dakar y fósiles marinos devónicos
La zona entre Erfoud, Taouz y el Erg Chebbi fue escenario de varias etapas del Rally Dakar antes de 2007. Sus pistas combinan hamadas, oueds secos y zonas arenosas que aún hoy siguen siendo utilizadas para entrenamientos. A pocos kilómetros, las Canteras de Fósiles Marinos contienen restos del Período Devónico (hace más de 360 millones de años), cuando la región estaba sumergida bajo un mar tropical.
Erg Chebbi: dunas gigantes y una de las puestas de sol más bellas de Marruecos
El Erg Chebbi es uno de los dos grandes ergs de Marruecos y destaca por sus dunas de 100–150 metros de altura y por la extraordinaria finura de su arena. Este tipo de arena permite que la luz del atardecer produzca unos colores especialmente intensos —entre dorados, rojos y rosados—, lo que convierte la puesta de sol en una de las más célebres del Sahara marroquí.
Day 4 of the itinerary
“Date with Dawn”.
is recommended to get up early to walk to the top of the dunes and see the sunrise .
Bedouin breakfast and return to the car which will take us around the Erg to the abandoned village of Merdani .
We will continue to the Sudanese village of Khamlia , where its inhabitants will treat us to their traditional dances and mint tea .
Later we will go to Rissani * to visit its market , unique in these latitudes, a place where the tribes and nomads of the desert are supplied .
Curious to see their “parking” for donkeys .
Finally, we will climb to a natural viewpoint to say goodbye to the desert with a beautiful panoramic view .
Arrival at Kasbah Xaluca to take the rest of the day off .
After the desert experience , it's nice to be able to relax .
We can take a dip in the heated pool , enjoy a jacuzzi , play tennis or mini-golf , or optionally have a hammam (Turkish bath) or a nice massage .
For the more adventurous, there is the possibility of taking quad bike excursions through the dunes surrounding the hotel ( optional excursion ).
Accommodation and dinner at Kasbah Xaluca .
This afternoon, chauffeured cars will be available if you wish to continue exploring the area , go to Erfoud for a leisurely stroll , or visit a craft shop .
TheRissani marketis held onTuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, so sometimes it doesn't coincide with your visit. In that case, we try to schedule it for another day, or sometimes there simply isn't enough time.
Un amanecer único desde las dunas más altas del Erg Chebbi
El Erg Chebbi es uno de los pocos ergs de Marruecos con dunas de más de 100–150 metros de altura. Esta altitud, combinada con la extraordinaria finura de su arena, hace que el amanecer produzca un efecto cromático único: las dunas cambian de tonos rojizos a dorados y rosados mientras el sol asciende sobre la línea del Sahara.
Khamlia: música Gnawa con raíces sudanesas y reconocimiento de la UNESCO
El pequeño pueblo de Khamlia fue fundado por comunidades de origen sudanés asentadas en el Tafilalet hace generaciones. Es mundialmente conocido por su música Gnawa, inscrita por la UNESCO como Patrimonio Cultural Inmaterial. Sus ritmos —interpretados con krakebs, tambores y danzas ceremoniales— mantienen viva una tradición afro-bereber usada históricamente para rituales de trance y sanación.
Rissani: un zoco caravanero con un auténtico “parking de burros”
El mercado de Rissani, que tiene lugar principalmente los martes, jueves y domingos, es uno de los zocos más antiguos del sur de Marruecos. Desde hace siglos funciona como punto de abastecimiento para tribus nómadas y aldeas del Tafilalet. Una de sus curiosidades más conocidas es su verdadero “parking de burros”, donde los habitantes dejan sus animales mientras realizan sus compras e intercambios.
Day 5 of the itinerary
Transfer to Errachidia airport to catch the flight back to the point of origin .
Along the way, we will stop at the Ziz Valley viewpoint , with more than ten million palm trees inside.
Departure of the flight from Errachidia towards Casablanca , to connect with the flight to the point of origin .
Valle del Ziz: uno de los grandes oasis del norte de África
El Valle del Ziz forma parte del histórico oasis del Tafilalet, considerado uno de los mayores palmerales continuos del norte de África. La región es especialmente famosa por la producción del dátil medjoul, uno de los más apreciados del mundo.
Un mirador privilegiado sobre un paisaje único
El mirador del Valle del Ziz permite observar un contraste muy característico del sur marroquí: un oasis fértil lleno de palmeras rodeado por montañas áridas. Este paisaje existe gracias al río Ziz, que nace en el Alto Atlas y ha permitido la vida agrícola y humana de la zona durante siglos.
Errachidia: el principal enlace aéreo del sureste marroquí
El Aeropuerto Moulay Ali Cherif (ERH) de Errachidia fue primero una base militar antes de abrirse al tráfico civil. Hoy es el aeropuerto clave para conectar el sureste de Marruecos con Casablanca, facilitando los enlaces internacionales sin necesidad de largos desplazamientos por carretera.
At Xaluca Tours, all our programs are custom-designed to suit each traveler. Below, you can find the document with indicative prices for this program during peak and off-peak seasons.
Remember that these prices are only a reference: each trip is quoted individually based on the number of people, dates, accommodation category, and included services.
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One night in Marrakech in a Riad in the Medina or a 5* Hotel with Bed and Breakfast .
One night in Boumalne Dades at the 4* Hotel Xaluca Dades on a half board .
One night in Erg Chebbi in a Desert Bivouac on a Half Board .
One night in Erfoud at Kasbah Xaluca on a half board .
Lunch “picnic” in the Desert , day 3 of the itinerary .
Camel ride.
4x4 vehicle with driver from day 2 to day 4 of the itinerary , both included.
Locally guided tour in Marrakech.
Visits to Aït Ben Haddou and Palais de la Bahía .
Airport transfers.
Vehicle fuel.
Travel assistance insurance.
The drinks.
Lunchtime meals , except for the one detailed.
Dinner in Marrakech.
Other personal extras , such as quad bikes or massages .
The flight.
Supplement to add cancellation to insurance*.
Note: There is a possibility of add cancellation insurance in case any unforeseen problems arise before the departure date of the trip. He The cost is 30 euros per person for maximum trips 10 days. He Insurance must be purchased at the same time as the trip confirmation and ticket issuance..
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Flight options
There are several flight options to get to Morocco .
You can choose between regular airlines like Royal Air Maroc , with a connection via Casablanca , or low-cost airlines like Vueling , Air Arabia or Ryanair , which operate direct flights from several major cities .
It is recommended to check flight options and specific conditions .
Rates and vehicle occupancy
The prices shown are calculated based on the occupancy of the 4x4 vehicle(s) used throughout the entire journey.
The cost of transport is divided among the number of occupants at any given time.
Accommodation conditions
Rates based on double and triple rooms .
Single room supplement: 290 €.
Discount for children (3 to 11 years old) sharing a room with a minimum of two adults:
€200 in low season.
€210 in high season.
Due to high occupancy on some dates and the small size of the riadssuitable alternatives will be proposed .
These may involve price variations , which will be announced in advance.
There is also the option of considering hotels , where availability is greater .
Guides and drivers
During peak season , local guides in the Medinas may be shared with other travelers .
Spanish-speaking drivers are limited and their availability is reduced , so it is recommended to book well in advance .
The trip is made in a 4x4 vehicle with a driver , by simple and hospitable , making the journey more enjoyable .
Official guides are reserved exclusively for visits to the Medinas , not for the routes.
Travel requirements
It is mandatory to travel with a passport valid for a minimum of 3 months from the date of return from Morocco .
Optional activities
The quad bike tour is optional, priced at €70 per vehicle , for a 1-hour .
To book spa treatments or massages , you can go directly to the hotel reception .
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To confirm the reservation , it is essential to meet the following requirements :
Registration form: Complete the registration form .
If the passport still needs to be updated, it can be sent later .
Trip payment: This can be done by bank transfer or Visa card , following the procedure below:
30% of the total amount at the time of booking .
Remaining 70% up to 30 days before departure .
Specific flight conditions:
If the chosen flight requires immediate issuance , it will be necessary to pay 100% of the ticket price at the time of booking, plus 30% of the ground services .
All cancellations that occur :
45 days before departure: they will have a 30% expense .
21 days before departure: they will have 100% of expenses .
All cancellations that occur at any time , once the booking has been confirmed , will have a penalty of 50 euros per booking as a management fee .
These conditions refer to land services .
Flights are not included in the travel package.
If purchased through Xaluca Tours , the terms and conditions will be governed by the policies of each airline .
premiums will not be refunded under any circumstances .
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