New Years Morocco: Celebrate in the Sahara Desert
New Years Morocco Tour | 8 Days from Marrakech to the Sahara
Why Book Your New Years Morocco Tour With Us
Looking for the perfect way to spend New Years Morocco style? Skip the crowded fireworks and noisy parties — celebrate the countdown under a sky full of stars in the heart of the Sahara Desert. Our New Years Morocco tour combines a magical camel trek across golden dunes, a traditional Berber dinner by the fire, and live music that carries you straight into the new year, all set against the most unforgettable backdrop in North Africa.
Why Choose Our New Years Morocco Tour?
Our 8-Day New Years Morocco Tour is the perfect way to experience the Sahara Desert without rushing — giving you time to truly enjoy the journey from Marrakech to the dunes and back.
Unlike a short 3-day route, this itinerary allows for more stops and a deeper experience, including the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, the Dades Valley, Todra Gorge, and the imperial city of Fes.
Throughout your trip you’ll enjoy private transport, a professional driver, carefully selected accommodations, and an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration in the desert — complete with a camel trek, traditional Berber dinner, and a night under the stars in a Sahara camp.
Choosing this New Years Morocco tour means traveling with a flexible itinerary, clear pricing, and full support throughout your journey — the perfect option for couples, families, and small groups looking for adventure, culture, and comfort in southern Morocco.
8-Day New Years Morocco Tour Itinerary
Note: This itinerary is customizable. We can adapt accommodations, schedules, and stops based on your travel dates, budget, and travel style.
Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech
Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Marrakech Menara Airport, you’ll be greeted by your private driver and transferred to your riad in the heart of the medina. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square, with its snake charmers, food stalls, and storytellers. Enjoy a welcome dinner and briefing about your New Years Morocco adventure ahead. Overnight in Marrakech.
Meals: Dinner Accommodation: Riad in Marrakech
Day 2: Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate
After breakfast, depart Marrakech and cross the stunning High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass, one of the highest mountain roads in North Africa. Stop for photos with panoramic mountain views before descending to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage kasbah famous for its earthen architecture and appearances in films like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Sahara” and home to Morocco’s largest film studios. Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Hotel in Ouarzazate
Day 3: Dades Valley & Todra Gorge
Travel along the Route of a Thousand Kasbahs through the Skoura Oasis and the dramatic Dades Valley, known for its rugged rock formations and traditional Berber villages. Continue to the Todra Gorge, where towering 300-meter limestone cliffs create one of Morocco’s most spectacular canyons. Take a short walk along the gorge floor before continuing toward the desert. Overnight near Erfoud or Tinghir.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Hotel near Todra/Erfoud
Day 4: Merzouga & Camel Trek into the Sahara
Arrive in Merzouga by early afternoon and enjoy some free time before the highlight of the day — a sunset camel trek into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, one of the tallest dune systems in Morocco. Ride through the shifting sands as the sun sets over the desert, arriving at your traditional Berber camp in time for a welcome tea. Enjoy a Sahara-style dinner under the stars, followed by live drumming and music around the campfire. Overnight in a desert camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Desert camp (shared or private tents)
Day 5: New Year’s Eve in the Sahara Desert
Wake up early (optional) to catch a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes. Spend the day relaxing at the camp, with the option to try sandboarding or take a short 4×4 excursion into the surrounding dunes. As evening falls, join the special New Years Morocco celebration: a traditional Berber feast, live Gnawa music, and dancing around the fire as the countdown to midnight begins beneath one of the clearest night skies in the world. This is the highlight of your New Years Morocco tour. Overnight in the desert camp.
Meals: Breakfast, New Year’s Eve Dinner Accommodation: Desert camp
Day 6: Sunrise in the Dunes & Fes
Rise early for a magical Sahara sunrise before saying goodbye to the desert camp and returning by camel or 4×4 to Merzouga. From there, travel north through the Ziz Valley, an impressive palm-lined gorge, and the Middle Atlas region toward the imperial city of Fes. Arrive in the evening and settle into your riad in the old medina. Overnight in Fes.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Riad in Fes
Day 7: Fes Old Medina Tour
Spend the day exploring Fes el-Bali, the largest car-free urban area in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With a local guide, wander through the maze-like medina, visit the famous Chouara Tanneries, the Al-Qarawiyyin University (one of the oldest in the world), and traditional artisan workshops for leather, ceramics, and metalwork. Enjoy free time in the afternoon for shopping in the souks. Overnight in Fes.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Riad in Fes
Day 8: Fes to Marrakech via Middle Atlas & Departure
Depart Fes and travel back toward Marrakech through the scenic Middle Atlas mountains, passing cedar forests and Berber villages along the way. Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon, with time for last-minute shopping or relaxation before your final night. Transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport for your departure, bringing your New Years Morocco adventure to a close.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: N/A (Departure day)
What’s Included in Your New Years Morocco Tour
✅ Private transport in 4×4 vehicle with driver
✅ Professional English-speaking guide
✅ Pickup from your hotel or riad in Marrakech
✅ Fuel, tolls, and vehicle expenses
✅ 1 night in Ouarzazate with dinner and breakfast
✅ 1 night in the Dades Valley with dinner and breakfast
✅ 1 night in a desert camp in Merzouga with dinner and breakfast
✅ 1 night in Fes (riad) with dinner and breakfast
✅ 2 nights in Marrakech (arrival and departure)
✅ Sunset camel trek into the dunes of Erg Chebbi
✅ New Year’s Eve dinner and Berber celebration in the desert
✅ Visits to Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Dades Valley, Todra Gorge, Merzouga & Fes
✅ Scenic stops in the High Atlas, valleys, kasbahs, and Berber villages
✅ 24/7 support throughout your trip
✅ Return transfer to Marrakech
What’s Not Included
❌ International flights
❌ Lunches and drinks
❌ Entrance fees to monuments and optional visits
❌ Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou (if requested)
❌ Optional activities such as quad, buggy, or sandboarding
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Tips for driver, guides, or hotel/camp staff
❌ Personal expenses
❌ Any service not listed as included
Frequently Asked Questions About New Years Morocco
The most popular way to celebrate New Years Morocco style is with a Sahara Desert tour — combining a camel trek, traditional Berber dinner, and live music around a campfire under the stars, far from crowded city celebrations.
Prices vary depending on group size, accommodation level, and tour length. Contact us on WhatsApp for a personalized quote based on your travel dates and preferences.
Yes. Our New Years Morocco tours are fully guided by experienced local drivers and guides, with comfortable desert camps and 24/7 support throughout your trip.
Yes, desert camps fill up quickly for New Year’s Eve. We recommend booking at least 2-3 months in advance to secure your spot.
Our 8-Day New Years Morocco Tour starts and ends in Marrakech, taking you through the High Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate, the Dades Valley, the Sahara Desert, and Fes.
Nights in the desert can get cold, even in a warm country. Pack warm layers, a scarf, comfortable walking shoes, and a camera to capture the New Years Morocco celebration under the stars.
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