Fes ⇢ Ifrane ⇢ Middle Atlas Mountains ⇢ Ziz Valley ⇢ Merzouga desert

Medina of Fez - Our 3-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour begins by gathering all travelers at a designated spot in the Medina of Fez.

Ifrane - Our first stop is Ifrane, often referred to as the Switzerland of Morocco due to its chalet-style houses. We’ll take a brief walk here. The city was founded by the French in 1928 as a retreat from the Sahara’s heat.

Azrou Cedar Forest - After Ifrane, we continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains, pausing in a Cedar forest where we might spot monkeys native to the region.

Aoufous - Following lunch at a local restaurant, we proceed to Merzouga, stopping along the way for a panoramic view of a palm-filled Oasis.

Merzouga - Arriving in Merzouga in the afternoon, you’ll embark on a camel ride across vast sand dunes to your luxury desert camp, a journey of about an hour and 40 minutes. You’ll pause atop a high dune to witness a serene sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes. Alternatively, you can reach the camp by 4x4 vehicle (included in the price). Upon arrival, the staff will show you to your private tents. After a delightful dinner, enjoy sitting around a campfire with traditional Berber music and drumming. End the night by stargazing before heading to bed.

Merzouga desert ⇢ Rissani ⇢ Todra Gorges ⇢ Dades Gorges

Merzouga - An early rise is recommended to catch a stunning sunrise. After a delicious breakfast at the camp, you can choose to leave by camel or 4x4 car. Additionally, you can opt for quad biking or buggy driving (extra cost). Inform your guide the night before if interested.

Souqs of Rissani - If it’s Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday, we’ll visit Rissani to experience a traditional Moroccan souk, which operates only on these days. The city is also the origin of Morocco’s current ruling family.

Todgha Gorge - After exploring Rissani, we head to Todra Canyon, Morocco’s deepest canyon with cliffs over 300 meters high. We’ll take a walk through this impressive canyon before moving on to our final destination of the day.

Dades Gorges - Arriving in Dades Gorges in the afternoon, we’ll first visit the unique rock formations known as monkey fingers, followed by a drive to a panoramic viewpoint of the Gorges.

Dades Gorges ⇢ Ouarzazate ⇢ Ait Ben Haddou ⇢ High Atlas Mountains ⇢ Marrakech

Dades Gorges - After a hearty breakfast at your hotel, we drive to Ouarzazate, passing through Kelaat Mgouna, famous for its roses. If traveling in spring, we’ll stop in a rose-filled valley.

Ouarzazate - Known as the Hollywood of Africa and the gateway to the Sahara, Ouarzazate is home to the Atlas Studio, the world’s largest by land area. Many films and TV shows, including Aladdin, Vikings, and Prison Break, have been filmed here. You can take photos outside or opt for an inside tour (additional cost and time required). Next, we’ll explore the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - Our guide will lead you through this historic Kasbah, explaining its fascinating past. This fortified village is a prime example of Moroccan architecture and was a caravanserai on ancient trade routes. It has been featured in numerous films and TV shows, such as Gladiator and Game of Thrones.

High Atlas Mountains - After visiting the Kasbah, we drive over the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech, with stops for breathtaking views along the way.

Marrakech - We arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon and drop you off at the nearest accessible point to your Hotel/Riad, marking the end of your Fes to Marrakech desert tour.

• Private tent with en-suite bathroom at a luxury camp in the desert
• Camel trekking experience
• Dinner
• Exploring Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah with guide
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Breakfast
• English-speaking driver/guide
• Sandboarding activity
• Private air-conditioned room with en-suite bathroom in a hotel in Dades Gorges

• Lunches
• Any additional activity you want to add
• Gratuities