Fes – Ifrane – Cedars Forest – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Sahara

Ifrane - The 3-day desert tour to Marrakech begins with an early pick-up from the airport or your accommodation in Fes. The journey heads south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane, renowned for its cool climate, snow, and alpine-style architecture, earning it the nickname “Switzerland of Morocco.”

Azrou Cedar Forest - The tour continues to the Cedars Forest, home to the Barbary Macaques. Visitors are welcome to feed them while exploring the forest. The journey proceeds to Midelt for lunch. Afterwards, the tour heads to the Sahara Desert, traveling through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and along the Ziz River.

Merzouga - The tour arrives at the Sahara Desert in Merzouga, where participants switch to camels to traverse the sandy landscape. A stop is made to enjoy the enchanting sunset atop a high dune. The journey continues to the desert camp, where guests can enjoy Berber drum music and dance around the campfire under a starry sky. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.

Merzouga Sahara – Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

Rissani Market - Rise early to witness the stunning sunrise in the desert. After breakfast, return by camel to Merzouga, where the driver awaits. Depart the desert to visit Rissani, the historic capital of Tafilalet. Rissani remains a key trading hub, with a bustling souk active on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.

Todra Gorges - Following a stroll through Rissani Souk, the tour proceeds to Erfoud to visit a fossilized marble workshop. The journey continues through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad to reach the Todra Gorges. The Todra River has carved a magnificent canyon through the mountains, creating towering red cliffs. These gorges are perfect for rock climbing. Visitors can explore the gorges and admire the stunning scenery. Lunch is available at a local restaurant. The tour then continues to the Dades Valley, passing through Boumalne Dades, with stops at the “monkey fingers” rock formation and a viewpoint overlooking the Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.

Dades Valley – Roses Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

Ait Ben Haddou - After breakfast, the tour proceeds to Kalaa Magouna to visit the Rose Valley. The annual Rose Festival in May showcases local rose products, including perfumes, rose water, oil, and cosmetics. The journey continues through the palm groves of Skoura to reach Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the desert. Visitors will tour the studios where famous films were made.

The tour then visits the renowned Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fortified village has been featured in numerous films, such as Gladiator, Alexander, and The Mummy, as well as TV series like Game of Thrones. The journey continues to Marrakech, traveling through the Tizi-N-Tichka pass and the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains. Stops are made for lunch and photo opportunities at scenic spots. The tour concludes with a drop-off at the airport or your accommodation in Marrakech.

• Camel ride to and from the camp (1 camel each)
• Dinner
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Breakfast
• Optional sandboarding in sand dunes

• Lunches
• Drinks
• Tips

Embark on an incredible 3-day journey from Fes to Marrakech through the Sahara desert of Morocco, offering a unique chance to connect with locals and experience a genuine desert adventure.

On this 3-day tour from Fes to Marrakech, you’ll ride camels across the golden sands of Erg Chebbi and spend an unforgettable night in a luxurious desert camp, surrounded by the serene silence of Merzouga’s towering dunes. This remote location feels worlds away from civilization.

In addition to camel trekking, witnessing the sunset and sunrise over Erg Chebbi, and spending a night in the desert, your tour will traverse the Middle Atlas Mountains to Merzouga and the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. You’ll have the opportunity to see Barbary macaques in the cedar forest near Azrou, explore the stunning Todra Canyon, visit the historic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and much more.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.