Experience Morocco’s southern wonders on this 3-day private car and driver tour from Marrakech. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, visit the famous Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, and explore the dramatic landscapes of the Dades Valley and Todra Gorges before reaching the edge of the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. Enjoy scenic drives, historic villages, and unforgettable views along the way.
Please note: This tour includes private transportation with a professional driver only. Hotels, meals, desert camps, and local guides are not included, giving you full flexibility to arrange your own stays and experiences.
This tour can end in Fes instead of Marrakech.
Atlas Mountain Crossing: Traverse the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass with breathtaking views
Sahara Desert Experience: Spend a night at a desert camp near the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes
UNESCO World Heritage Site: Explore the ancient Ait Benhaddou kasbah
Natural Wonders: Discover the stunning Todra Gorges and lush Draa Valley
Film History: Visit Ouarzazate, known as the ‘Hollywood of Africa’
Your private driver will meet you early in the morning in Marrakech to begin your journey toward southern Morocco. You will cross the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m), enjoying panoramic views and photo stops along the way. Visit Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful fortified villages in Morocco, used as a film location for Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and Game of Thrones. Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the ‘Hollywood of Africa,’ and then through the Valley of Roses before reaching the Dades Valley, famous for its dramatic rock formations and winding road.
After breakfast, continue the journey through the Todra Gorges, where tall cliffs rise up to 300 meters high, creating one of Morocco’s most impressive natural sights. Pass through Tinghir and Erfoud, a desert town famous for fossils and date production. By the afternoon, arrive in Merzouga, at the edge of the Erg Chebbi Dunes. Your private driver will take you to the meeting point, where you will meet the camp owner who will transfer you to your desert camp. Here, you will enjoy a peaceful evening surrounded by the golden dunes of the Sahara.
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Marrakech. Drive through Alnif and the scenic Draa Valley, one of Morocco’s longest and most beautiful valleys, filled with palm trees and traditional kasbahs. Continue to Ouarzazate, and then cross the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, arriving in Marrakech by evening.
Private, air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and tours as per the itinerary.
Professional English-speaking driver.
Airport arrival and departure transfers.
International flights and visa fees.
Accommodations, lunches, dinners, and beverages.
Entrance fees to monuments, museums, and attractions (e.g., Hassan II Mosque, Ait Benhaddou).
Official local guides in cities (driver provides transportation and general assistance).
Personal expenses and tips.
A private driver is responsible for your transportation, comfort, and logistics, getting you safely from one location to another. They can provide general information and recommendations. An official local guide is licensed to accompany you inside monuments and museums, providing detailed historical and cultural context. For a deeper understanding in cities like Fes and Marrakech, we can arrange a local guide for a few hours at an additional cost.
This itinerary is designed with significant flexibility. The driving routes and overnight stops are fixed, but your time in each location is yours to control. You can choose which sites to visit, how long to spend there, and where to eat. Your driver is there to facilitate your plans, not to rush you through a rigid schedule.
When visiting mosques and other religious sites, modest dress is required for both men and women. This typically means covering shoulders, chest, and knees. While the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca is more lenient with tourists, it still maintains a dress code. Carrying a scarf is a good idea for women. Your driver can provide specific guidance before each visit.
Our driver, Karim, was the heart of this trip. He was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and a very safe driver. Having a private car gave us the freedom to stop for photos whenever we wanted and adjust the day slightly. The itinerary is perfectly paced to see the incredible diversity of Morocco. A truly first-class experience!”
This tour packs in so much! One day you’re in the chaotic beauty of Fes, and the next you’re watching the sunset over the Sahara. The drive through the Atlas Mountains is worth the trip alone. We loved the flexibility of having a driver; it felt like a road trip with a knowledgeable friend. The included hotels were charming and authentic. Highly recommend!
As a couple who likes to explore on our own, this was the ideal tour. We had the structure and ease of a driver handling the long distances and logistics, but the freedom to choose what we wanted to see and do in each city. The highlight was definitely the journey from the cedar forests down to the desert. An amazing way to see Morocco without the stress of driving yourself.
