Fez to Merzouga via Middle Atlas

The journey begins with a short tour of Fez, known as the small Switzerland of Morocco. Next, travel to the cedar forest in Azrou to see the Barbary macaques, where visitors can purchase food to feed them and take photos. The route continues across the Middle Atlas mountains along the Ziz valley, passing the second largest palm grove in Morocco, which extends over 150 km. A lunch break is planned at a local restaurant before proceeding to the dunes of Erg Chebbi near Merzouga village. Upon arrival at the hotel, guests receive mint tea and check in to change clothes before riding camels into the desert for an overnight stay.

660 min

Merzouga to Tinghir via Toudgha Gorges

After an early sunrise camel ride, the group departs around 8 or 9 am towards the Toudgha gorges for a guided tour with a local guide. Following this, the journey continues to Tinghir for an overnight stay. Depending on hotel availability, the night may be spent either in Tinghir or Ouarzazate.

300 min

Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou to Marrakech

The day begins with an early drive to Ouarzazate, recognized as the movie capital, where visitors explore the city’s kasbahs, including the Taourirt World Heritage Site and a prominent palace. Close to the city, there is a visit to the cinema museum and film studios, locations for international productions such as Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, Game of Thrones, and Babel. After traveling approximately 20 km further, the route turns to the right to reach the well-known kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. Following this stop, the journey proceeds through the High Atlas Mountains, crossing through Berber villages situated at the foot of large valleys. Lunch is available optionally either at a local restaurant on the Tichka pass or in Ait Ben Haddou village before the final transfer to Marrakech.

600 min