From Marrakech over the High Atlas to the dunes of Merzouga, the palm valleys of the south and the great kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou – an 8-day small-group desert journey through Morocco, handcrafted by Noor Voyages in Montreal.
The Ultimate Morocco Experience is a desert-country loop out of Marrakech: over the High Atlas on the old caravan routes, through the Dades and Todra gorges, into the Sahara at Merzouga for a night in a Berber tent and a sunrise camel ride, then back through the palm valleys of Zagora and the Draa, the ancient library of Tamegroute and the film-set kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. You travel in a small group with local English-speaking guides, half-board hotels and riads, and a halal-friendly rhythm throughout.
Met at the airport and transferred to your riad, with the afternoon free before dinner and your first night in the Red City.
Explore the UNESCO medina, the Koutoubia minaret, the Bahia Palace and the Tiskiwin museum of North African craft, then dive into the souks and the great square of Jemaa el-Fna.
Follow the old caravan routes over the High Atlas, through the palm grove of Skoura and the Valley of the Roses at Kelaa des Mgouna, to the canyons of the Dades gorge.
Visit the palm grove of Tinghir and the towering Todra gorge, pass through Erfoud and Rissani, then transfer by 4WD into the Erg Chebbi dunes for a night in a Berber camp.
A sunrise camel ride along the dunes, then a drive through Amazigh villages to Zagora, gateway to the Draa valley and the largest palm grove in Morocco.
Tour some of Morocco's oldest villages and the library of Tamegroute, home to Koranic manuscripts dating back to the 12th century, then follow the Draa valley to Ouarzazate.
See the Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate, then the UNESCO ksar of Ait Ben Haddou – a backdrop for Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator – before crossing the High Atlas back to Marrakech.
After breakfast, a transfer to the airport for your flight home – or ask us to add a few days in Essaouira on the coast or the blue city of Chefchaouen.
| Place | Nights | Hotel or camp (or similar) |
|---|---|---|
| Marrakech | 3 | Riad Slitine |
| Dades | 1 | Xaluca Dades |
| Merzouga | 1 | Madu Camp |
| Zagora | 1 | Riad Lamane |
| Ouarzazate | 1 | Dar Chamaa |
Yes. Halal food is the standard across Morocco, and we are happy to build in prayer stops and note any dietary needs on your booking.
You reach the Erg Chebbi dunes by 4WD and spend the night in a Berber camp – comfortable tents, dinner under the stars and a sunrise camel ride. The camel ride is gentle and needs no experience.
The advertised price is land-only, per person based on double occupancy. As a full-service Montreal agency we can add your flights from Montreal or any Canadian city and quote the trip as a complete package.
Yes. Five-star upgrades are available on request, and we can tailor the riads, camp and pace to suit you or your group. Just ask.
Reach us at 450-600-1616 or info@noorvoyages.ca, or send an enquiry through this page. A Noor Voyages advisor will confirm dates, availability and your final quote.
Tell us your dates and we will tailor this Ultimate Morocco desert experience around you – flights, hotels and all.
