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Sahara Tour
A 6-day Sahara motorcycle tour from Marrakech across Atlas passes, Dades, Todra, Draa Valley and desert dunes.
6 Days / 5 Nights 1450 KM MIN. 2 DIFFICULTY: INTERMEDIATE
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The Sahara Tour is a 6-day, 5-night guided motorcycle tour from Marrakech via Aït Ben Haddou, the Dades and Todra Gorges and the Draa Valley. Explore the itinerary, compare motorcycles in our Marrakech fleet, and share your preferred dates and group size for a custom quote.
6 Days / 5 NightsDuration
1450 KMDistance
IntermediateLevel
2260 mMax Altitude
1-10 PeopleGroup Size
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Sahara Desert Motorcycle Tour From Marrakech
This 6-day, 5-night guided motorcycle tour starts in Marrakech, crosses the High Atlas and reaches the Sahara near Merzouga. The published route takes in Aït Ben Haddou, the Dades Valley, Todra Gorges and the Draa Valley before returning to Marrakech.
Below you can review the proposed day-by-day route, riding level, included services and points to confirm in your quote. The final route may change with the weather, road conditions and group composition.
Why Ride This Tour
- Classic Marrakech to Sahara riding route
- Tizi n'Tichka, Ait Ben Haddou, Dades and Todra highlights
- Desert camp atmosphere and palm-valley roads
- Six riding days from Marrakech to the Sahara and back
- An intermediate riding level is specified for this route
Route Highlights
The proposed route crosses the High Atlas toward Ouarzazate, continues through the Dades and Todra areas, and reaches Merzouga. The return to Marrakech passes through the Draa Valley.
Day By Day Route Overview
- Day 1: Briefing in Marrakech, then cross the Atlas toward Ouarzazate.
- Day 2: Aït Ben Haddou, Skoura and the Dades Valley.
- Day 3: Todra Gorges and the road toward Merzouga.
- Day 4: Sahara dunes, the oasis area and an evening at a desert camp.
- Day 5: Draa Valley, kasbah roads and southern landscapes.
- Day 6: Cross the Atlas and return to Marrakech.
Riding Style
The stated riding level is intermediate. The route combines mountain roads with stages in desert regions. Optional tracks may be proposed depending on the group's ability and current conditions.
Who This Tour Is For
This tour is intended for riders with a valid motorcycle licence who are comfortable riding on consecutive days. It starts and ends in Marrakech.
Booking Notes
Share your dates, group size and preferred motorcycle category to request a custom quote. The team will confirm the route and included services before booking.
Support from Maestro Lux Moto
The following services are described for this tour. Check the details in the quote prepared for your dates and group.
Pro Bilingual Guide
An English- and French-speaking motorcycle guide accompanies the group.
Choice of Motorcycle
Pick your machine — from Royal Enfield to BMW GS — all maintained and tour-prepared.
Hotels & Camps Booked
Overnight stays in a riad, hotel or desert camp are planned according to the confirmed program.
Support & Logistics
Luggage assistance and logistical support are arranged according to group size and the confirmed program.
Small Groups
The stated maximum is 10 riders per departure.
Insurance Included
Basic third-party motorcycle liability insurance, subject to the terms confirmed in your quote.
Tour Highlights
Some of the places and landscapes planned on this route:
High Atlas
Sweeping switchbacks with Berber villages clinging to the slopes.
Aït Benhaddou
Stop near the Ksar of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Dades Valley
Legendary canyon switchbacks on the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.
Todra Gorges
The proposed route passes through Todra Gorges.
Motorcycles & Custom Quote
Choose your motorcycle and request a custom quote for your group. The tour includes the motorcycle, accommodation, guide and support:
| Motorcycle | Category | Tour price |
|---|---|---|
| BMW R 1300 GS | Premium adventure | Custom quote |
| KTM 1290 ADV-R | Premium adventure | Custom quote |
| BMW R 1250 GS | Premium adventure | Custom quote |
| Honda Africa Twin CRF 1100 | Adventure | Custom quote |
| BMW F900 GS | Adventure | Custom quote |
| KTM 890 | Adventure | Custom quote |
| BMW F850 GS | Adventure | Custom quote |
| BMW F800 GS | Adventure | Custom quote |
| BMW F750 GS | Adventure | Custom quote |
| Yamaha Tenere 700 | Adventure | Custom quote |
| Yamaha Tenere World Raid 700 | Adventure | Custom quote |
| BMW GS F450 | Light adventure | Custom quote |
| Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 | Trail | Custom quote |
| CF Moto 450 | Light adventure | Custom quote |
| Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 | Trail | Custom quote |
| KTM ADV-R 390 | Light adventure | Custom quote |
| KTM ADV-S 390 | Light adventure | Custom quote |
| Yamaha XT 250 | Trail | Custom quote |
Share your group size and preferred motorcycle to request a quote. The team will confirm availability and booking terms. You can also explore the motorcycle fleet.
Practical Information
IntermediateRiding level required
Min. 2 ridersPer departure — solo riders can join groups
Required documentsValid motorcycle licence and passport at departure
MarrakechDeparture and return, unless a private route is agreed
Conditions vary by season, especially in the mountains and desert. The team adjusts the route when needed. For rental questions, see our FAQ.
Plan Your Sahara Tour
The proposed program covers 6 days and 5 nights. Ask for the detailed itinerary for your travel dates.
What's Included
- Selected motorcycle rental for the chosen category
- Motorcycle fuel
- Professional bilingual motorcycle guide
- Pre-ride briefing in Marrakech and daily route planning
- Hand-picked hotel, riad or desert-camp accommodation
- Breakfasts and dinners on overnight stages
- Local lunch stops coordinated by the guide
- Luggage assistance and support coordination according to group size
- Basic third-party motorcycle insurance
- Helmet included on request
- Marrakech hotel or airport transfer coordination for your chosen travel dates
- Desert camp experience with traditional dinner
- Camel or 4x4 desert activity when listed in the final program
- Extra route support for long-distance stages
- Rest and photo stops planned into the daily rhythm
Not Included
- Round-trip flights to Morocco
- Personal travel and medical insurance
- Personal riding gear except helmet on request
- Drinks, tips and personal expenses
- Tourist site entrance fees when applicable
- Refundable motorcycle security deposit (amount depends on the selected motorcycle)
1450 KM · Marrakech -> Ait Ben Haddou -> Dades -> Todra -> Sahara -> Draa Valley -> Marrakech
- Departure and arrival in Marrakech unless a private route is confirmed
- Total distance: 1450 KM
- Maximum altitude: 2260 m
- Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Minimum riders: 2
- Difficulty level: Intermediate
- Valid motorcycle license required
- Confident road-riding experience required for mountain and desert stages
- Final route can adjust for weather, road conditions and group pace
All-Inclusive · Departure Marrakech 6 Days / 5 Nights
Select one motorcycle per rider, then choose your preferred tour dates in the request form.
BMW R 1300 GSPremium adventure
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KTM 1290 ADV-RPremium adventure
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BMW R 1250 GSPremium adventure
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Honda Africa Twin CRF 1100Adventure
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BMW F900 GSAdventure
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KTM 890Adventure
Custom quote
BMW F850 GSAdventure
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BMW F800 GSAdventure
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BMW F750 GSAdventure
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Yamaha Tenere 700Adventure
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Yamaha Tenere World Raid 700Adventure
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BMW GS F450Light adventure
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Royal Enfield Himalayan 450Trail
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CF Moto 450Light adventure
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Royal Enfield Himalayan 411Trail
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KTM ADV-R 390Light adventure
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KTM ADV-S 390Light adventure
Custom quote
Yamaha XT 250Trail
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1Marrakech
2High Atlas
3Ait Ben Haddou
4Dades Valley
5Todra Gorges
6Sahara Desert
7Draa Valley
8Marrakech
