go on a breathtaking 3-day journey from the vibrant heart of Marrakech to the imperial city of Fes. You’ll cross the dramatic High Atlas Mountains, explore the ancient mud-brick Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, and ride a camel into the golden dunes of the Sahara. This unforgettable adventure immerses you in Morocco’s stunning landscapes, from deep gorges to cedar forests, and connects you with its rich Berber culture.
✔Cross the dramatic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass.
✔Explore the ancient, mud-brick Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
✔Marvel at the sheer canyon walls of the Dades and Todgha Gorges.
✔Ride a camel into the Sahara to watch the sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes.
✔Spend a magical night at a traditional Berber desert camp under the stars.
✔Encounter wild Barbary apes in the cedar forests of Azrou.
✔Discover Ifrane, Morocco’s surprising “Little Switzerland.”
✔Conclude your journey by immersing yourself in the ancient, vibrant medina of Fes.
This all-inclusive tour ensures a hassle-free experience with:
✖ Lunches (can be purchased along the way)
✖ Drinks (water, sodas, alcoholic beverages)
✖ Entrance fees (e.g., Atlas Film Studios, kasbahs)
✖ Tips for guides, drivers, and camp staff
✖ Travel insurance (recommended)
✖ Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra activities)
Your journey begins with an early morning pick-up from your Marrakech hotel. As you leave the city behind, you’ll cross the breathtaking Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m), the highest mountain road in Morocco, offering panoramic views of the High Atlas.
Your first major stop is the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, a stunning fortified village that has served as a backdrop for films like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After exploring its ancient alleys, you’ll continue to Ouarzazate, known as “the Hollywood of Morocco,” where you’ll visit the Atlas Film Studios and the grand Taourirt Kasbah.
The day ends in the scenic Dades Valley, where you’ll spend the night in a charming guesthouse, enjoying a traditional Moroccan dinner.
After breakfast, you’ll drive through the dramatic Todgha Gorge, where towering canyon walls rise up to 300 meters, creating a spectacular natural wonder. A short walk through the gorge allows you to fully appreciate its grandeur.
Next, you’ll pass through Erfoud, famous for its fossil workshops, before reaching the gateway to the Sahara—Merzouga. Here, you’ll switch from your vehicle to camels for a magical sunset trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Upon arrival at your luxury desert camp, you’ll be welcomed with mint tea and traditional Berber music. Enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars before spending the night in a comfortable, well-equipped tent.
Wake up early to the magic of a Saharan sunrise over the dunes—a truly unforgettable sight. After breakfast at the camp, you will ride your camel back to Merzouga to freshen up.
Our final day is a scenic drive north towards Fes. We will travel through the vast Ziz Valley, a stunning green ribbon of millions of palm trees that cuts through the desert landscape. After a lunch stop in Midelt, a town nestled between the Middle and High Atlas mountains, we will venture into the fragrant Cedar Forests near Azrou. Here, you’ll have the chance to see and interact with the native Barbary apes. Our last stop is Ifrane, a surprising and clean alpine-style town often called the “Switzerland of Morocco.”
As the day ends, we will arrive in Fes, where your unforgettable 3-day desert tour concludes, leaving you perfectly placed to explore Morocco’s ancient cultural capital.
