3 Days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga desert

After breakfast in your hotel, our journey to Merzouga begins. We traverse Ifrane, often described as Morocco's Switzerland with its alpine architecture, followed by the ancient cedar forests of Azrou where you can encounter friendly Barbary macaques in their natural forest setting. Continuing through the Middle Atlas Mountains and the only tunnel in Morocco, we descend into the magnificent Ziz Valley, flanked by soaring canyon cliffs and miles of date palm oases. Reaching the gateway of the grand Sahara at Merzouga, mount your camels for a peaceful trek into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Arrive at our desert camp for a warm welcome, dinner around the campfire, Berber drum music under a canopy of stars, and an overnight stay in a traditional nomad tent.

Rise early to witness a breathtaking desert sunrise illuminating the Erg Chebbi dune crests. Enjoy a traditional Berber breakfast before riding camels back to Merzouga village. Boarding our vehicle, we head to Rissani to explore the historic town and the mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif. Passing through authentic palm-fringed oasis towns like Jorf and Tinjdad, we arrive at the world-famous Todra Gorges, where towering 300-meter-high limestone canyon walls border a crystal-clear mountain river. Enjoy a leisurely stroll between the cliffs before continuing into the scenic Dades Valley. Marvel at the unique 'Monkey Fingers' geological rock formations along the cliffside road before checking into your comfortable hotel / riad in Dades for dinner and an overnight stay.

Following breakfast, we journey through the captivating Route of One Thousand Kasbahs, passing Kalaat M'gouna, the fragrant capital of roses, and the lush oasis of Skoura with its 17th-century Ameridil Kasbah. In Ouarzazate, Morocco's film capital, admire Taourirt Kasbah and prominent movie studios. We then arrive at the iconic fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, a celebrated UNESCO World Heritage site and filming backdrop for Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and Lawrence of Arabia. After touring the ancient clay citadel and enjoying lunch, we commence our ascent across the High Atlas Mountains via the dramatic Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260m), stopping for panoramic views and a visit to a local women's Argan oil cooperative. Descend into vibrant Marrakech in the late afternoon, concluding an extraordinary 3-day desert odyssey.