Overview
Travel from the ancient city of Fez to the vibrant heart of Marrakech on a 3-day desert adventure. Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains, meet Barbary monkeys in the cedar forest of Azrou, explore the golden dunes of Merzouga, and sleep under the stars in a Sahara desert camp. This unforgettable journey combines Morocco’s diverse landscapes, Berber culture, and timeless desert charm.
What’s Included
- Transportation in an air-conditioned 4x4 or minibus
- Professional driver-guide
- 2 nights in riads or hotels (half board)
- 1 night in a desert camp (half board)
- Camel rides at sunset and sunrise
- Pick-up in Marrakech and drop-off in Fez
- Sightseeing and photo stops along the route
What’s Not Included
- Lunches and beverages
- Tips and personal expenses
- Optional entrance fees or extra activities
Itinerary
Depart from Marrakech and head toward the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Visit the historic Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO-listed fortress famous for its appearances in Hollywood films. Continue to Ouarzazate, then travel through the Valley of Roses to reach Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight in a local riad.
After breakfast, drive through the Todra Gorges, Morocco’s most impressive canyon, and explore its narrow rock passages. Continue your journey to Merzouga, at the edge of the Sahara. Take a camel ride through the dunes and enjoy a magical sunset. Spend the night in a Berber desert camp with music and traditional dinner under the stars.
Wake up early to catch the sunrise over the Sahara dunes, then enjoy breakfast in the camp. Ride back to Merzouga by camel or 4×4, and begin your drive north through Erfoud, known for its fossils and date palms. Pass through desert landscapes and Berber villages before reaching Midelt, where you’ll spend the night in a local guesthouse between the mountains.
After breakfast, continue your journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in Azrou’s cedar forest to meet the Barbary monkeys, then visit Ifrane, often called “Little Switzerland” for its clean streets and alpine-style houses. Arrive in Fez by late afternoon, marking the end of your
