3-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga

Day 1: Fes to Merzouga - Exploring the Middle Atlas

1. Middle Atlas Mountains
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Exploring the Middle Atlas:
   Early Morning Departure from Fes
   Begin your adventure with an early morning departure from Fes. Enjoy the scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains.
   
   Stop in Ifrane - The Switzerland of Morocco
   Your first stop is in Ifrane, known for its European-style architecture and clean streets. This charming town offers a refreshing change of scenery.
   
   Visit the Cedar Forests of Azrou
   Continue your journey to the cedar forests of Azrou, where you can see the famous Barbary macaques. This is a perfect spot to stretch your legs and enjoy the natural beauty.
   
   Lunch in Midelt - The Apple Capital
   Take a break in Midelt for a traditional Moroccan lunch. Midelt is renowned for its delicious apples and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
2. 1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Arrive in Merzouga in the late afternoon. Embark on a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes, where you’ll experience the tranquility of the Sahara.
3. 10h · Admission ticket included
   Spend the night in a traditional desert camp. Enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner, live Berber music, and stargazing in the serene desert environment.

Day 2: Merzouga to Dades Valley - Discovering the Heart of the Desert

1. Merzouga
   30m
   Wake up early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. The play of light on the sand is a sight to behold.
2. Rissani Market
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Depart Merzouga and head to Rissani, known for its vibrant souks and historical significance. Continue to Erfoud, famous for its fossil workshops.
3. Todra Gorge
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Stop for lunch in Todra Gorge, a spectacular canyon with towering rock walls. After lunch, take a short walk to admire the stunning scenery.

Day 3: Dades Valley to Marrakech - The Road of a Thousand Kasbahs- Visit of Kasbah Ait Benhaddou

1. Ait Ben Haddou
   1h
   Visit Ait Benhaddou :
   Continue to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a popular filming location. Take a guided tour of this ancient fortified village.
2. Valley of the Roses
   Pass by
   Visit the Rose Valley and Skoura Oasis :
   Stop in the Rose Valley, famous for its rose gardens and production of rose water. Continue to the Skoura Oasis, known for its well-preserved kasbahs and lush palm groves.
3. Marrakech
   5h
   Morning Departure from Dades Valley
   After breakfast, depart from the Dades Valley and travel along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, passing by ancient fortresses and picturesque villages.
   Stop in the Rose Valley, famous for its rose gardens and production of rose water. Continue to the Skoura Oasis, known for its well-preserved kasbahs and lush palm groves.
   Arrive in Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Morocco.” Enjoy lunch and explore the historic Taourirt Kasbah and the Atlas Film Studios.
   Continue to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a popular filming location. Take a guided tour of this ancient fortified village.
   Ascend the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass, the highest road pass in Morocco. Enjoy stunning views of the rugged landscapes and traditional Berber villages.
   Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon or early evening. Your driver will drop you off at your hotel, concluding your incredible 3-day journey from Fes to Marrakech.

Pickup details

We will pick up all travelers from their hotels. If travelers prefer pick them up at another point, they just have to send us their location.
After giving us your pickup point, you will find our driver easily thanks to our logo in
the vehicle.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• not a wheelchair accessible and the camp is located at the middle of the sand
• because it is ridden with a 4x4 that it we cannot accept persons with wheelchair