Embark on a 3-day desert journey from Marrakech to Fez, exploring the heart of Morocco through mountain passes, lush valleys, and golden dunes. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, discover the UNESCO Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, and enjoy a magical night under the stars in the Merzouga Desert before traveling north through the Middle Atlas to the spiritual city of Fez.
What’s Included
- Transport in an air-conditioned modern vehicle
- Professional driver-guide
- 1 night in a hotel or riad (half board)
- 1 night in a desert camp (half board)
- Camel trek at sunset and sunrise
- Pick-up in Marrakech and drop-off in Fez
- Stops for sightseeing and photos
What’s Not Included
- Lunches and beverages
- Tips and personal expenses
- Optional entrance fees or activities
Trip Info
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4 Star Hotel
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Tour Availability
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Available
Tour Plan - Overview
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
