5 Days: Fes to Marrakech Desert Odyssey
The Ultimate Journey Through the Atlas and the Sahara
Quick Facts
- Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Destinations: Fes, Azrou Forest, Ziz Valley, Merzouga Desert, Todra Gorges, Ait Ben Haddou, Marrakech.
- Transport: Air-conditioned private luxury vehicle (4x4 or Van), Sunset Camel trek.
- Accommodation: 3 Nights in Premium Riads/Kasbahs, 1 Night in a Luxury Desert Camp.
- Meals: Daily breakfast, 4 Dinners (Half-board).
A breathtaking route connecting Morocco’s two most famous cities. Discover the diverse landscapes of the Middle and High Atlas, spend a magical night in a luxury Sahara camp, and explore the ancient Kasbahs of the south.
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt
Morning: Depart Fes and stop in Ifrane (the « Switzerland of Morocco »).
Afternoon: Visit the cedar forests of Azrou to see the wild Barbary macaque monkeys.
Evening: Relax in the quiet mountain town of Midelt.
Day 2: Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Sahara
Morning: Drive through the stunning Ziz Valley, famous for its thousands of palm trees.
Afternoon: Arrive in Merzouga. Switch to camels for a sunset trek into the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Evening: Luxury Glamping with dinner under the stars and live Berber drum music.
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
Morning: Sunrise over the dunes. Visit the traditional market of Rissani.
Afternoon: Walk through the massive limestone cliffs of the Todra Gorges.
Evening: Night in the green Dades Valley, surrounded by unique rock formations.
Day 4: Dades – Rose Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate
Morning: Travel the « Road of a Thousand Kasbahs » through the Rose Valley.
Afternoon: Visit the Amridil Kasbah in the Skoura palm grove and the movie studios in Ouarzazate.
Evening: Night in a charming boutique hotel in Ouarzazate.
Day 5: Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas – Marrakech
Morning: Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, location for Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
Afternoon: Cross the high-altitude Tizi n’Tichka pass (2260m) with stops for panoramic photos.
Evening: Arrival in Marrakech and drop-off at your Riad.
What’s Included
- Private A/C Vehicle & Professional Driver/Guide.
4 Nights of Luxury Accommodation (including 1 night in a Sahara Camp).
All Breakfasts and Dinners.
Camel Trekking in Merzouga.
❌ Not Included
✖ Lunches and Drinks.
✖ Entrance fees to monuments (e.g., Cinema Studio).
✖ Tips for the staff.
- Personalized quote on request
- Program can be adjusted according to your preferences
Private Tours from Fez
- Imperial Cities of Morocco Tour – 5 Days
- Private Sahara Desert Adventure - 3 Days
- The Ultimate Moroccan Grand Loop: Imperial Cities, Coast & Sahara
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Signature Moments
The Sahara Sunset: A private camel trek deep into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi as the sun dips below the horizon.
A Night Under the Stars: Experience luxury glamping with traditional Berber music around a campfire in the heart of the desert.
The Hollywood of Morocco: Walk through the ancient fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, the backdrop for Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
Wild Encounters: Meet the friendly Barbary macaques in the ancient cedar forests of the Middle Atlas.
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