How many days do you need in Marrakesh, Merzouga, Aït Benhaddou & Boumalne Dades?
- Most travelers spend 5-7 days in Marrakesh, Merzouga, Aït Benhaddou, and Boumalne Dades combined
- With 8 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Essaouira, Amizmiz, and Imlil
How Many Days to Spend in Marrakesh
Recommended Itineraries for Marrakesh, Merzouga, Aït Benhaddou & Boumalne Dades
Recommended Itinerary for 5 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Marrakesh, Explore the Red City | Marrakesh |
| Day 2 | Transfer to Boumalne Dades via the High Atlas & Ouarzazate | Boumalne Dades |
| Day 3 | Boumalne Dades, Tinghir, Merzouga, and the Sahara | Merzouga |
| Day 4 | Merzouga to Ait Benhaddou (via Alnif) | Aït Benhaddou |
| Day 5 | Return to Marrakesh via Tizi n'Tichka Pass, Depart |
Discover the beauty of Morocco with this exciting five-day itinerary. Begin and end in Marrakesh, visiting the rocky peaks of the High Atlas mountains and the colossal dunes of the Sahara. You'll wander medieval medinas and souks, marvel at palaces and mosques, and explore ancient kasbahs and desert towns. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 6 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Marrakesh - Explore the Red City | Marrakesh |
| Day 2 | Marrakech to Ouarzazate & Boumalne Dades | Boumalne Dades |
| Day 3 | Boumalne Dades, Tinghir, Merzouga, and the Sahara | Merzouga |
| Day 4 | Merzouga to Ait Benhaddou (via Alnif) | Aït Benhaddou |
| Day 5 | Aït Benhaddou - Drive to Marrakech | Marrakesh |
| Day 6 | Explore Marrakech - Departure |
Discover the beauty of Morocco with this 6-day itinerary focused on Marrakesh and the desert. Begin in bustling Marrakesh and explore the medina's souks, fondouks, madrasas, palaces, and secret gardens. Cross over the High Atlas mountains and explore the vast landscapes and sand dunes of the Sahara. You'll wander medieval markets, marvel at palaces and mosques, and explore ancient kasbahs and desert towns. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
8-Day Itinerary Including Essaouira
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Marrakesh - Explore the Red City | Marrakesh |
| Day 2 | Marrakech to Ouarzazate & Boumalne Dades | Boumalne Dades |
| Day 3 | Boumalne Dades, Tinerhir, Merzouga, and the Sahara | Merzouga |
| Day 4 | Merzouga to Ait Benhaddou (via Alnif) | Aït Benhaddou |
| Day 5 | Aït Benhaddou - Drive to Marrakech | Marrakesh |
| Day 6 | Day Hike Through Small Villages in the Atlas Foothills | Marrakesh |
| Day 7 | Transfer to Essaouira, Explore | Essaouira |
| Day 8 | Return to Marrakesh, Depart |
Discover Morocco's diverse beauty with this 8-day itinerary. Beginning and ending in the vibrant imperial city of Marrakesh, you'll spend the night under the stars in a Bedouin-style tent, traipse through narrow alleyways in medieval kasbahs, hike the foothills of the Atlas mountains, and wander the charming coastal city of Essaouira. Read more
How to travel between Marrakesh, Merzouga, Aït Benhaddou & Boumalne Dades
How to get from Marrakesh to Boumalne Dades
Travelers looking to get from Marrakesh to Boumalne Dades have two modes of transport to choose from for the 191-mile (308 km) journey. Those looking to save time may wish to fly from Marrakesh to Ouarzazate and then either rent a car or book a private transfer to Boumalne Dades. Those who do not mind six hours in the car or who wish to stop at points of interest along the way can make the journey entirely by private transfer. Read more
How to get from Boumalne Dades to Merzouga
The best option for travelers looking to get from Boumalne Dades to Merzouga is hiring a private driver. The 157-mile (253 km) trip will take approximately four hours, and there are plenty of opportunities to stop and experience points of interest along the way. Read more
How to get from Merzouga to Aït Benhaddou
Travelers looking to get from Merzouga to Aït Benhaddou will save themselves from the confusion of public transportation transfers by hiring a private car. The total travel time for the 250-mile (400 km) journey is approximately five hours and 30 minutes, and the highway passes through many fascinating points of interest along the way. Taking a private transfer will allow you to stop and experience these points as you please and stay at each for as long as you like. Read more
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