Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 4-day journey from Marrakech to Fes, showcasing Morocco’s diverse landscapes and cultural wonders. This adventure takes you through the High and Middle Atlas Mountains, Berber villages, palm groves, and the stunning Sahara Desert. Ride camels across the mesmerizing dunes of Erg Chebbi, experience traditional Berber hospitality, and visit iconic landmarks such as the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou and the cedar forests of Azrou.
Perfect for travelers seeking a unique Moroccan experience, this tour offers both luxury and standard accommodation options, and small group or private tours, ensuring a personalized and memorable experience.
Tour Info
- Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Departure: 08:00 AM
- Starting Point: Marrakech
- Ending Point: Fes
Highlights
- Cross the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m).
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou.
- Explore Ouarzazate, including Atlas Film Studios and Taourirt Kasbah.
- Discover the Dades and Todra Gorges’ breathtaking scenery.
- Enjoy a camel trek in Erg Chebbi with magical sunset and sunrise views.
- Spend a night in a desert camp under the stars with Berber music.
- Visit Khamlia village and experience Gnaoua music.
- Explore Azrou’s cedar forest and spot Barbary monkeys.
- Discover the alpine charm of Ifrane, Morocco’s “Little Switzerland.”
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley
Start your journey from Marrakech, crossing the stunning High Atlas Mountains and Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous filming location. Enjoy lunch in a local Berber restaurant before continuing to Ouarzazate for a photo stop at Atlas Film Studios and Taourirt Kasbah. Travel through Skoura’s palm groves, the Rose Valley, and Dades Valley, where you’ll spend the night in a hotel or riad.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erg Chebbi (Camel Ride & Desert Camp)
After breakfast, head to Todra Gorges, renowned for its dramatic cliffs and scenic walking paths. Continue to Tinjdad for lunch, then travel to Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops. Arrive at Erg Chebbi, where you’ll enjoy a camel ride to your desert camp. Watch the sunset over the golden dunes, savor a traditional dinner, and enjoy Berber music around the campfire under a sky filled with stars.
Day 3: Merzouga – Khamlia Village – Nomad Families – Merzouga
Start your day with breakfast and a visit to Khamlia, a village famous for its Gnaoua music. Meet local families and enjoy mint tea while learning about their traditions. Explore nearby Berber villages like Mfis and Merdane, and visit the Mfis Oasis. Return to Merzouga for lunch and an overnight stay in a hotel or riad, where dinner is included.
Day 4: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Azrou Cedar Forest – Ifrane – Fes
Wake up early to catch the sunrise in the desert before breakfast. Depart for Fes, passing through Erfoud and the scenic Ziz Valley, with a stop for photos of its palm-filled landscape. Continue to Midelt for lunch before visiting Azrou’s cedar forest to see Barbary monkeys. Stop in Ifrane, known for its Swiss-style architecture and clean environment, for a short stroll and photos of the iconic Atlas Lion statue. Arrive in Fes by evening, where you’ll be dropped off at your accommodation or the airport.
Included
- Private air-conditioned transport with a professional driver/guide.
- Pickup from your accommodation in Marrakech and drop-off in Fes.
- 1-night stay in Dades Valley (dinner and breakfast included).
- 1-night stay in a Merzouga desert camp (dinner and breakfast included).
- 1-night stay in Merzouga (dinner and breakfast included).
- Camel trekking in the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Excluded
- Lunches and drinks.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Entrance fees to monuments.
- Flight tickets.
