Fes Departure

The tour begins with a morning pickup from the hotel or riad in Fes. After leaving the city, the journey continues toward Ifrane.

Ifrane Coffee Break

There is a brief 15-minute pause in Ifrane to enjoy a cup of coffee before heading towards the cedar forest located near Azrou in the Middle Atlas region.

15 min

Azrou Cedar Forest

At the cedar forest in Azrou, visitors have the opportunity to observe Barbary monkeys.

15 min

Drive via Ziz Valley

Travel to Merzouga passing through Midelt and along the Ziz Valley, which is lined with palm trees.

15 min

Arrival at Merzouga

In the afternoon, reach Merzouga and stay at a riad that overlooks the golden sand dunes surrounding the town.

960 min

Merzouga Breakfast

Begin the day in Merzouga with breakfast served at the riad before starting the day's activities.

Khamlia Music Visit

The first stop is the small town of Khamlia, where visitors can listen to Gnawa music performed by locals originally from South African countries.

25 min

Off-Road to M'Fis

Next is an off-road drive to M'Fis, an abandoned village formerly known for its Galena mines; Galena is a mineral used in making mascara.

25 min

Nomadic Family Visit

The tour includes an opportunity to meet a nomadic family living close to the borders beyond the Erg Chebbi Dunes. Visitors are welcomed into one of their traditional Berber tents for tea and can explore how this ethnic group chooses to live isolated from modern society.

30 min

Camel Ride and Camp

In the afternoon, prepare for a camel ride across the Merzouga dunes to the desert camp. The ride includes a stop on a high dune for sandboarding and watching the sunset. After dinner, relax around the campfire where staff play drums and teach guests to play them.

840 min

Sunrise and Breakfast

Wake early to watch the sunrise, followed by breakfast at the desert camp.

Drive to Dades Gorge

Travel by car through Rissani, Erfoud, Tinghir, and Todra Gorge on the way to Dades Gorge. If it is market day in Rissani (Sunday, Tuesday, or Thursday), there is an option to visit a traditional Moroccan market featuring crafts, spices, and street food.

40 min

Photo-Stops and Cultural Insights

There will be additional stops to take photographs and learn about the local people and their traditions.

15 min

Dades Gorge Arrival and Overnight

In the afternoon, arrival at Dades Gorge occurs where the hotel for the night is located. Dinner and overnight stay take place at the hotel.

840 min

Morning Exploration and Drive to Ouarzazate

After breakfast at the hotel, there is an opportunity to explore the area. Then, the journey continues along a road lined with many Kasbahs towards Ouarzazate.

Ouarzazate Atlas Studios Visit Option

In Ouarzazate, there is an option to visit the Atlas Studios or to take photographs from outside only.

15 min

Ait Ben Hadou Kasbah Visit

Visit the Ait Ben Hadou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for being a filming location for movies such as Gladiator, Prince of Persia, and Game of Thrones.

60 min

Travel to Marrakech via High Atlas

After lunch, the journey continues to Marrakech, crossing the High Atlas Mountains. Along the route, several Moroccan Berber villages are passed with multiple stops during the trip.

15 min

Tour Conclusion in Marrakech

The 4-day tour from Fes to Marrakech concludes with a drop-off at the accommodation in Marrakech.