Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day desert adventure from Fes to Merzouga, where you'll pass through charming Berber villages and take in the breathtaking scenery along the way. Picture yourself riding a camel over the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes, savoring a spectacular sunset, and spending cozy nights in a tented desert camp under a starry sky, embraced by warm Berber hospitality. This 5-day desert journey from Fes to Merzouga offers an incredible experience filled with surprises and discoveries at every turn. Travel in comfort with private modern vehicles as you make your way through the Atlas Mountains, soaking in Morocco's rich cultural diversity and stunning landscapes. On this 5-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech, you'll explore the vast Sahara Desert, marvel at the Atlas Mountains, and visit scenic valleys and ancient kasbahs. Enjoy camel treks and overnight stays in a luxury desert camp, with the itinerary featuring one night in Todra Gorges, two nights in the Merzouga Desert, and a night in Ouarzazate.
Itinerary
We will begin our 5-day desert journey from Fes to Merzouga, traveling through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains and the charming town of Ifrane. Along the way, we’ll stop in the cedar forest of Azrou to see and feed the wild Barbary monkeys.
After a relaxing lunch in Midelt, weโll cross the Tizi NโTalghomt pass and continue towards Erfoud, passing through Errachidia and the lush Ziz Valley, where weโll pause to admire the breathtaking landscape.
Upon reaching the Sahara Desert in Merzouga, youโll spend the night in either a hotel or a desert camp, enjoying dinner and breakfast in this serene setting.
This day tour around Merzouga will take you through the rocky black desert, where youโll visit the hidden village of Mefis, also known as the Mines village, and the village of Khamlia, where you can experience the captivating rhythms of Gnawa music.
While traveling through the black desert, weโll visit the Berber Nomads living behind the dunes. Here, youโll learn about their traditional way of life and how they thrive in the remote desert environment, all while discovering more about their rich and vibrant culture.
We’ll begin our day by admiring the breathtaking sunrise over the Erg-Chebbi dunes before enjoying breakfast and heading back to the village of Merzouga. From there, our journey continues to the ancient city of Rissani, a historic center on the old caravan routes, known for its traditional market and its role as the origin of Moroccoโs current royal family. If our visit falls on a Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday, weโll have the chance to explore this authentic Moroccan souk.
Afterward, we travel through the scenic Draa Valley, passing Agdez and the vast black desert dotted with Acacia trees, offering stunning views along the way. By the afternoon, we will reach Ouarzazate and check into our accommodations.
After breakfast at your accommodation, you will resume your 5-day Fes desert round trip, embarking on a magnificent journey along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. Here, youโll find a multitude of Kasbahs towering over the lush palm groves. Among them is the beautifully restored Kasbah Amredhil, where you can explore its charming museum filled with ancient farming tools and artifacts.
Continuing through the picturesque Valley of the Roses, youโll arrive at Kelโaa Mโgouna, famous for its cooperatives producing cosmetics from the valley’s fragrant flowers.
After a brief detour, youโll venture into the stunning Dades Valley, where lunch will be served amidst spectacular landscapes. The journey then takes you to the majestic Todgha Gorges, where you will spend the night in a cozy guest house with breathtaking views of the valley.
Price includes
- Private modern transportation with A/C
- Fuel for the vehicle
- Pick-up from your accommodation
- Experienced English-speaking driver
- One night in a hotel in Merzouga
- Overnight stay in a desert camp
- Accommodation in Ouarzazate
- Accommodation in Todra Gorges
- 4 dinners & breakfasts
- Camel trek across the Sahara desert
- Sandboarding on the dunes
Price Excludes
- Beverages
- Lunches
- Entrance fees to monuments (optional)
- Gratuities (optional)
Tour on the Map
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