Day three of your Desert Tour from Fes takes you from the cultural capital to the golden sands of Merzouga in the Sahara Desert. After breakfast, we’ll drive to Ifrane, often referred to as the “Little Switzerland of Morocco,” known for its clean streets, alpine architecture, and crisp climate. You’ll have time to explore and visit the famous Atlas Lion Statue.

We continue to Azrou’s lush Cedar Forest, where you’ll have a chance to see Barbary macaques in their natural habitat. Our journey then takes us through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains to Midelt or Zaida for lunch.

Later in the day, we’ll pass through the stunning Ziz Valley, home to endless palm groves and ancient kasbahs. As the desert scenery becomes more prominent, we arrive in Merzouga. Depending on your preference, spend the night in a traditional hotel or opt for a luxury desert camp for a unique experience under the stars.

After breakfast at your hotel in Merzouga, your 6 Days Desert Tour from Fes continues with a fascinating cultural exploration. We’ll visit the village of Khamlia, home to descendants of former slaves from Sudan, Mali, and Senegal. Here, you’ll experience their unique music and rich traditions.

We then set off across the golden dunes to meet semi-nomadic Berber families living in traditional tents. You’ll get insight into their way of life and enjoy a traditional Berber lunch — a delicious local specialty known as Berber pizza — hosted by a welcoming local family.

Later, we’ll visit the historic town of Rissani, the cradle of Morocco’s ruling Alaouite dynasty and once a thriving center of the trans-Saharan trade route. You’ll explore its lively souk and learn about its importance in Moroccan history. In the afternoon, a camel ride across the dunes awaits, taking about 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach your desert camp. There, you’ll witness a breathtaking sunset, enjoy a traditional dinner, and be entertained by rhythmic drum music under a sky full of stars. Overnight in your desert accommodation.

On day five of our Desert Tour from Fes, we’ll wake up early to admire the stunning sunrise over the dunes. Afterward, return to the camp for breakfast. If you’re staying in a luxury camp, enjoy a morning shower before departure; if you’re at a standard camp, you’ll freshen up back in Merzouga.

We’ll then head to Boumalne Dades, making a stop in Rissani to explore one of the region’s most authentic and bustling souks. This market is a cultural hub and an ideal place to observe Moroccan life firsthand.

Our drive continues through Tinjdad and Tinghir, leading to the dramatic Todgha Gorges, a photographer’s dream with its towering limestone walls and scenic river running through the base. By late afternoon, we arrive in Dades Gorges for dinner and an overnight stay in a local hotel nestled among the rugged mountains.

After breakfast at your hotel, we’ll begin the final leg of your Desert Tour from Fes, heading toward the vibrant city of Marrakech. Along the way, we’ll stop in Kelaat M’Gouna, also known as the “Rose City,” where you’ll visit a local rose cooperative and learn about the production of rosewater and other natural products.

Next, we travel the scenic “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs” through Skoura and visit the iconic Amridil Kasbah (optional visit). We then continue to Ouarzazate, famous as Morocco’s film capital. Here, you may explore the Atlas Film Studios, where numerous international movies and series were filmed.

Our journey continues to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou, a stunning ksar known for its earthen clay architecture and cinematic history. You’ll cross the river and climb to the top for panoramic views. The adventure wraps up with a drive through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260 meters above sea level), offering breathtaking landscapes. We finally arrive in Marrakech by evening, where you’ll spend the night.