Embark on a 7-day adventure from Marrakech to Merzouga, experiencing the diverse landscapes and rich culture of Morocco along the way:
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Day 1: Marrakech to Ouarzazate
Depart from Marrakech in the morning and drive through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou and explore the Kasbah. Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the "Gateway to the Sahara," and check into your accommodation. Enjoy dinner and relax after a day of travel.
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Day 2: Ouarzazate to Tinghir
After breakfast, depart from Ouarzazate and drive to Tinghir. Visit the Todra Gorges and enjoy a leisurely walk through the canyon. Continue to Tinghir and check into your accommodation. Enjoy dinner and rest for the night.
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Day 3: Tinghir to Merzouga
After breakfast, depart from Tinghir and drive to Merzouga. En route, stop at the stunning Erfoud Oasis and visit a local fossil factory. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon and check into your desert camp. Enjoy a camel ride into the dunes to witness the sunset. Dinner and overnight stay in the desert camp.
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Day 4: Merzouga Desert Exploration
Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the Sahara Desert. After breakfast, explore the desert on a 4x4 excursion. Visit nomadic families and learn about their way of life. Discover hidden oases and enjoy a traditional Berber lunch. Return to the camp for relaxation or optional activities. Dinner and overnight stay in the desert camp.
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Day 5: Merzouga to Dades Gorges
After breakfast, depart from Merzouga and drive to the Dades Gorges. Visit the stunning Todra Gorges en route and enjoy a walk along the river. Continue to Dades Gorges and check into your accommodation. Dinner and overnight stay in Dades Gorges.
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Day 6: Dades Gorges to Marrakech
After breakfast, depart from Dades Gorges and drive back to Marrakech. Stop at various viewpoints along the way to admire the scenic landscapes. Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon and check into your accommodation. Enjoy free time to explore the vibrant city. Dinner and overnight stay in Marrakech.
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Day 7: Departure
Depending on your departure schedule, enjoy some free time in Marrakech for last-minute shopping or sightseeing. Transfer to the airport for your onward journey or departure.