This 8-day Morocco tour from Agadir is a perfect combination of history, mountains, valleys, and the magical Sahara Desert. Starting in Agadir, you’ll explore coastal towns, historic cities, and scenic landscapes. Highlights include the red-walled Taroudant, the famous Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah (UNESCO World Heritage), the dramatic Dades and Todra Gorges, and the golden Erg Chebbi sand dunes in Merzouga, where you’ll experience the nomadic way of life.
The tour also takes you through the fertile Drâa Valley, picturesque Berber villages, and the Atlas Mountains, including a stop at Ouarzazate’s film studios. Finally, you’ll spend time in Marrakech, visiting its palaces, gardens, and vibrant Jemaa El-Fna Square, before returning to Agadir. This tour is ideal for travelers looking for Morocco desert tours from Agadir, cultural experiences, and breathtaking landscapes.
Agadir (Google Map)
Upon arrival at Agadir airport, your driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Relax and prepare for your adventure across Morocco. Overnight in Agadir.
Depart Agadir in the morning and drive toward Taroudant, a historic town known as “Little Marrakech” with its bustling markets and city walls. Continue to Taliouine, the saffron capital of Morocco. Drive through the Atlas Mountains, passing small Berber villages. Stop at the iconic Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site, for photos and exploration. Overnight in a Riad in Ouarzazate.
Travel through the scenic Rose Valley and along the famous Route of 1000 Kasbahs. Explore the stunning Dades Gorges and walk through the dramatic Todra Gorge. Continue through Rissani and desert landscapes to reach Merzouga, at the edge of the Sahara Desert. Overnight in Merzouga.
Wake up early to see the sunrise over Erg Chebbi dunes. Learn about the nomadic lifestyle, visit local families living in tents, and enjoy Moroccan tea with Gnaoua music. Free time to relax before returning to your hotel. Optional camel ride at sunset and overnight in Merzouga.
Depart Merzouga and drive through desert villages and palm-filled oases, passing Alnif and Tazarine. Continue to Zagora, a desert town with stunning valley views. Overnight in a hotel in Zagora.
Leave Zagora and drive along the fertile Drâa Valley, passing Agdz and its palm groves. Stop at Ouarzazate film studio. Continue over the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 m) through the High Atlas Mountains. Arrive in Marrakech for dinner and overnight in a Riad or hotel.
Spend the day exploring Marrakech, including the Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, El Badi Palace, and Ben Youssef School. Visit Majorelle Gardens, Menara Gardens, and Koutoubia Mosque. Enjoy the lively Jemaa El-Fna Square in the evening. Overnight in Marrakech.
After breakfast, transfer back to Agadir for your flight home. End of your 8 day Morocco adventure.
