Day 1: Marrakech - Cross Atlas Mountains - Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah - Ouarzazate - Overnight in Dades Valley

Dades Gorges - Departure is at 8 am for a desert tour from Marrakech to the Dades Gorge, which takes approximately 7 hours. The journey includes traversing the Atlas Mountains and passing through traditional Berber villages. A visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou is included. This village, established 12,000 years ago, was a significant stop on the Salt Road and is now renowned as a filming location for Hollywood movies and TV series. Notable films shot here include Indiana Jones, Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, and the third season of Game of Thrones. Lunch will be enjoyed in this charming village, offering a chance to savor local cuisine in an authentic ancient setting.

The next destination on the Marrakech to Fes tour is Ouarzazate, followed by a journey to the Dades Gorge through Skoura and the Rose Valley. Upon arrival at the Dades Gorge, the day concludes with an overnight stay at a traditional kasbah.

Dades Valley - Visit Todgha Gorge - Sahara Desert for Camel Ride and Overnight in a Luxury Camp

Merzouga Desert - On the second day of the journey from Marrakech to Fes, travel to the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga (the Sahara Desert). The route passes through Berber villages such as Todra Gorges for a brief walk, Tinghir, and Erfoud. From there, cross rocky terrain to reach the Merzouga Desert, where a camel caravan awaits. Enjoy a camel ride over the Erg Chebbi dunes to witness the stunning Sahara sunset. The night will be spent at a Sahara desert camp, with opportunities for sandboarding. Dinner will be served under the stars, accompanied by traditional music and drumming by local nomads around the campfire.

Merzouga - Erfoud - Ziz Valley - Midelt - Cedar Forest for Monkey Viewing - Fes

Fes el-Bali - On the final day of the Marrakech to Fes tour, an early sunrise experience from the Erg Chebbi sand dunes is recommended. After breakfast in the camp, take a camel ride back. The 7-hour drive to Fes includes passing through scattered villages and crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains, with an optional stop at the cedar forests to observe monkeys. Lunch will be at local restaurants along the route. The tour concludes with a drop-off at your accommodation in Fes.

• Hotel for first night and Berber camp in the Sahara desert
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Hike (easy and optional) in Ait Ben haddou kasbah and Todgha gorge
• Comfortable transport with AC, Fuel and professional driver/guide
• Camel ride in the sahara desert (one camel each)
• Sand boarding in the sahara

• Lunches and drinks
• Entrance fees (optional)
• Tips and gratuities

This tour is private, allowing travelers to journey in a comfortable car with a personal driver/guide who will make stops wherever desired throughout the trip from Marrakech to Fes.

The desert trip through Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi Sahara dunes is Morocco’s most popular desert tour, linking the imperial cities of Marrakech and Fes. The journey passes through charming ancient villages, the historic kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO site, and stunning landscapes, valleys, and oases.

Enjoy a camel ride to traverse the sand dunes for a breathtaking sunset and sunrise, and experience sandboarding, a wonderful activity in the Sahara Desert.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.