Fes to Marrakech Via Sahara Desert (3 Days)

Day 1: Fes -> Ifran -> Midelt -> Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
After breakfast, we will pick you up at the nearest access parking from your hotel or riad to begin our journey to the Sahara Desert. We’ll pass through Ifran, known as “Little Switzerland,” and continue through the cedar forest of Azrou, where you can spot resident monkeys. We’ll cross the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing beautiful forests, springs, jagged rocks, and Berber villages. A lunch stop will be made in Midelt, famous for its rocks and fossils. After lunch, we’ll head towards Merzouga and the majestic Sahara sand dunes. In the evening, you will enjoy a one-hour camel ride to the oasis, where you can witness the stunning Sahara sunset. You’ll spend the night in a luxury desert camp, where dinner will be served under the stars, accompanied by traditional Berber music around the campfire.

Day 2: Merzouga -> Erfoud -> Tinjdad -> Todra Gorge
Wake up early to catch the sunrise over the Sahara sand dunes and enjoy breakfast at your luxury camp before departing for Todra Gorge. On our route, we’ll stop in Erfoud to visit the Museum of Fossils and Minerals, and in Tinjdad to see Ksar El Khorbat and the Musee Lalla Mimouna. After lunch, we’ll continue to Todra Gorge, where you can take a short hike at the bottom of the gorge, surrounded by picturesque river valleys and Berber villages. You’ll check into your hotel, enjoy a relaxing dinner, and take in the starry sky in the peaceful surroundings.

Day 3: Todra Gorge -> Valley of Roses -> Skoura -> Ouarzazate -> Ait Ben Haddou -> Marrakech
After breakfast, we’ll begin our journey to Marrakech. Along the way, we’ll pass through the Valley of 1001 Kasbahs, the rose valley of Kelaat M’Gouna, and visit Kasbah Amridil and the palmeraies at Skoura. In Ouarzazate, we’ll stop by the Cinema Studio Atlas and Taourirt Kasbah. After lunch, we’ll visit the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its role in films like “Gladiator.” Then, we’ll drive over the High Atlas Mountains, enjoying the beautiful scenery until we reach the vibrant red city of Marrakech. You’ll check into your accommodation, have dinner, and unwind for the evening.