4 DAYS DESERT TOUR FROM FES TO MARRAKECH

Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga

After breakfast, we depart Fes and drive south towards the Sahara. Our first stops are in the Middle Atlas Mountains: the alpine-style town of Ifrane, known as “Morocco’s Switzerland,” and the Azrou Cedar Forest, where you may see Barbary macaques. We continue over the mountains, descending into the pre-Saharan region with a stunning panoramic stop overlooking the vast Ziz Valley palm grove. Passing through the fossil town of Erfoud, we arrive at the edge of the golden Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga. Here, you will mount a camel for a serene sunset trek into the heart of the desert to reach your nomadic-style camp for an unforgettable night under the stars.

Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley

Wake early for a mesmerizing desert sunrise before returning by camel to the village. After breakfast, we begin our drive, visiting the historic trading town of Rissani, the ancestral home of Morocco’s ruling dynasty, and exploring its lively local market. We then continue to the spectacular Todra Gorge, where 300-meter-high rock walls tower above a crystal-clear river—perfect for a refreshing walk. Our day ends in the dramatic Dades Valley, famous for its winding road and unique rock formations known as “Monkey Fingers,” where we will spend the night.

Day 4: Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

After breakfast, we depart the Dades Valley, traveling along the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.” We reach Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” where you can see its famous film studios. Next, we visit the iconic Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and ancient fortified village that has starred in many films and series. After exploration, we begin our final ascent, crossing the majestic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass, with breathtaking views at every turn. We descend in the late afternoon, arriving at your accommodation in Marrakech, where our services conclude.