Day 1: Marrakech - Cross Atlas Mountains - Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah - Ouarzazate - Overnight in Dades Valley

Dades Gorges - Departure is at 8 am for a desert tour from Marrakech to the Dades Gorge, which takes approximately 7 hours. The journey includes traversing the Atlas Mountains and passing through traditional Berber villages. A visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou is included. This village, established 12,000 years ago, was a significant stop on the Salt Road and is now renowned as a filming location for Hollywood movies and TV series. Notable films shot here include Indiana Jones, Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, and the third season of Game of Thrones. Lunch will be enjoyed in this charming village, where the ancient structures are still in use, offering a perfect setting to savor local cuisine.

The next destination on the Marrakech to Fes tour is Ouarzazate, followed by a journey to the Dades Gorge through Skoura and the Rose Valley. Upon arrival at the Dades Gorge, the day concludes with an overnight stay at a traditional kasbah.

Dades Valley - Visit Todgha Gorge - Sahara Desert for Camel Ride and Overnight in a Luxury Camp

Merzouga Desert - On the second day of the journey from Marrakech to Fes, the route leads to the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga (the Sahara Desert). The drive passes through Berber villages such as Todra Gorges for a brief walk, Tinghir, and Erfoud. From there, the path crosses rocky terrain to the Merzouga Desert, where a camel caravan awaits. A camel ride over the Erg Chebbi dunes offers a chance to witness the stunning Sahara sunset. The day concludes with an overnight stay at a Sahara Desert camp, where sandboarding is available. Dinner is served under the stars, accompanied by traditional music played by local nomads around the campfire.

Merzouga - Erfoud - Ziz Valley - Midelt - Cedar Forest for Monkey Viewing - Fes

Fes el-Bali - On the final day of the Marrakech to Fes tour, an early sunrise experience from the Erg Chebbi sand dunes is highly recommended. After breakfast in the camp, a camel ride back is arranged. The 7-hour drive to Fes includes passing through scattered villages and crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains, with an optional stop at the cedar forests to observe monkeys. Lunch is enjoyed at local restaurants along the route. The tour concludes with a drop-off at the accommodation in Fes.

• Hotel for first night and Berber camp in the Sahara desert
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Hike (easy and optional) in Ait Ben haddou kasbah and Todgha gorge
• Comfortable transport with AC, Fuel and professional driver/guide
• Camel ride in the sahara desert (one camel each)
• Sand boarding in the sahara

• Lunches and drinks
• Entrance fees (optional)
• Tips and gratuities

This tour is private, allowing travelers to journey in a comfortable car with a personal driver/guide who will make stops wherever desired throughout the trip from Marrakech to Fes.

The desert trip through Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi Sahara dunes is Morocco’s most popular desert tour, linking the imperial cities of Marrakech and Fes. The journey passes through charming ancient villages, the historic kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO site, and stunning landscapes, valleys, and oases.

Enjoy a camel ride to traverse the sand dunes for a breathtaking sunset and sunrise, and experience sandboarding, a wonderful activity in the Sahara Desert.

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