Join us on a 4-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes for an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s most breathtaking landscapes.
On Day 1, we depart from Marrakech at 8:00 am and cross the scenic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n’Tichka pass (2,260m). Along the way, admire panoramic views and picturesque Berber villages. Next, we visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and backdrop to films like Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia. We continue along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, passing through Skoura oasis and the Valley of Roses, before reaching the stunning Dades Gorges, where we’ll spend the night in a traditional guesthouse with dinner and breakfast.
On Day 2, after breakfast, we travel through the beautiful Dades Valley, stopping at Berber villages along the way. We explore the lush palm groves of Tinghir and walk through the dramatic Todra Gorges, with canyon walls rising 300 meters high. In the afternoon, we head towards Merzouga, at the edge of the Sahara Desert. Tonight, you will stay in a hotel at the foot of the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
On Day 3, we discover the magic of Merzouga and the Sahara. First, we take a desert tour around the dunes, visiting nomadic families and the village of Khamlia, known for its Gnawa musicians. Enjoy a traditional Berber pizza for lunch in Rissani, then return to Merzouga for your camel trek into the dunes. As the sun sets, you’ll arrive at a desert camp, where you’ll savor a delicious tajine dinner, sip mint tea, and listen to Berber music under a sky full of stars. Overnight in a traditional Sahara camp.
On Day 4, wake up early to watch the spectacular sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast and a shower at the hotel, we begin our journey to Fes. Along the way, we pass through the Ziz Valley, stop for lunch in Midelt, and visit the cedar forests of Azrou, home to Barbary macaques. Finally, we drive through Ifrane, often called “the Switzerland of Morocco,” before arriving in Fes in the evening, where you’ll be dropped off at your accommodation.
This 4-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour is the perfect way to experience Morocco’s kasbahs, valleys, gorges, and the unforgettable Sahara Desert.
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Embark on a captivating 4-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, combining stunning mountain scenery, historic kasbahs, and the magic of the Sahara. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, explore UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, and marvel at the Todra and Dades Gorges. Experience a camel trek into the golden dunes of Merzouga, spend a night in a desert camp under the stars, and discover the cedar forests before arriving in Fes.
Our driver will pick you up from your Riad at 8:00 AM and start your journey towards Ouarzazate via the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260m), the highest road pass in Morocco.
The panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains and the stunning landscapes dotted with small Berber villages are simply breathtaking. We will visit Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This kasbah is considered the most impressive and best-preserved fortified city in Morocco. Built on a hilltop, Aït Ben Haddou has inspired many filmmakers, with movies like Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia shot here. The view from the top of the kasbah is magnificent and well worth the climb through its narrow winding alleys.
Our trip continues along the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs,” passing through the Skoura oasis. We then visit the Valley of Roses (Kelaa M’Gouna), famous for Moroccan roses and rose-based products. Acres of Persian roses are grown and harvested here to create rose water, creams, and soaps loved in Morocco and worldwide.
We continue past the strange rock formations of Tamnalt Hills and arrive at the Dades Gorges, carved by the river over centuries. The dramatic red and mauve rock formations dominate the landscape. Overnight in the Dades Gorges with dinner and breakfast included. You’ll have a private room with a private bathroom, hot water, and delicious meals.
After breakfast, we set off to explore the Dades Gorges, following the road of 1,000 kasbahs along colorful Berber villages in the valley. We’ll reach Tinghir and its beautiful palm grove, then continue to the Todra Gorges, where we’ll enjoy a walk through canyons rising about 300m high—a favorite spot for climbers.
Next, we drive towards the dunes of Erg Chebbi in the Merzouga Sahara Desert, stopping for lunch on the way. Overnight stay in a peaceful hotel at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Today, we’ll explore the desert and the wonders of the Erg Chebbi dunes. We’ll tour the dunes, experiencing nomadic life and the ever-changing desert landscapes. We’ll visit the village of Khamlia to enjoy Gnawa music, then taste a traditional Berber pizza for lunch in the old capital of Rissani.
In the afternoon, we’ll ride camels to admire the sunset over the dunes and spend the night in a desert camp. Dinner includes a traditional tajine, refreshing mint tea, and live Berber music by the fire. You’ll marvel at the stars and the moonrise in this magical Sahara camp.
Wake up early to climb the dunes and witness a spectacular sunrise. Ride the camels back to the hotel for a shower and breakfast. Then, we head towards Fes through the Ziz Valley in Errachidia and the town of Midelt. After lunch in Midelt, we continue to Azrou to see Barbary macaques in the cedar forest.
We then drive through Ifrane before arriving in Fes. Our guide will ensure you reach your chosen Riad or hotel safely.
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