Your private desert adventure begins early in the morning with pickup from your accommodation in Marrakech. The drive to the Dades Valley takes approximately 7–8 hours in total, excluding sightseeing and meal breaks. Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with approximately 2–3 hours of driving through mountain landscapes and time for photo stops. Continue to the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Allow approximately 1.5–2 hours to explore the historic fortified village, with the option of arranging a local guide at an additional cost. Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Sahara.” The drive from Ait Ben Haddou takes approximately 30–45 minutes. You may stop for lunch in or near Ouarzazate

Continue through Tinghir, Erfoud and the Ziz Valley toward Merzouga. This section of the journey takes approximately 4–5 hours, excluding stops. You may stop for lunch along the way; lunch is not included unless specifically stated in your booking. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon. Depending on the season and your arrival time, enjoy a camel ride across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes lasting approximately 1–1.5 hours. Watch the breathtaking Sahara sunset before reaching your desert camp. At the camp, enjoy dinner, traditional Berber music and an evening under the stars. Dinner, overnight accommodation in the desert camp and the camel excursion are included when specified in the selected tour package. Breakfast at the camp is normally included the following morning, while drinks, snacks and personal expenses are generally excluded.