Duration
4 Days
Tour type
Adventure
Groupe size
20 peoples
Location
Fez
- Overview :
This four-day expedition takes you on an extended journey across Morocco’s stunning landscapes, from the cultural vitality of Fes to the breathtaking dunes of Merzouga. Travel through the magnificent Middle Atlas Mountains, immerse yourself in the tranquil splendor of the Ziz Valley, and discover the allure of the Sahara Desert. With more time, take a more in-depth adventure that includes excursions to nomadic settlements, oases, and the distinctive architecture of desert kasbahs.
- Highlights :
Camel trekking through the Merzouga dunes.
Overnight stays in a luxury desert camp and scenic accommodations.
Explore Todra Gorges and Dades Valley.
Visit Ifrane, Azrou, Rissani, and Ait Ben Haddou.
Experience Berber culture, music, and nomadic traditions.
- Included :
- Private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide.
- Camel trek and overnight stay in a luxury desert camp.
- Three breakfasts and three dinners.
- Visits to attractions and stops mentioned in the itinerary.
- Accommodation in hotels, riads, or desert camps as listed.
- Excluded :
- Lunches.
- Drinks and snacks.
- Tips and personal expenses.
- The Itinerary :
Begin your journey with a scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” and Azrou, famous for its cedar forests and Barbary macaques. Continue to Midelt for lunch before driving through the stunning Ziz Valley. Arrive in Merzouga by late afternoon and enjoy a camel trek through the golden dunes to your luxury desert camp. Indulge in a traditional dinner under the starry sky while enjoying Berber music around the campfire.
Start your day with a magical sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp. Spend the day exploring the desert region, including a visit to Khamlia village to experience the unique Gnawa music. Meet a nomadic family to learn about their traditional way of life and take an adventurous off-road drive through the desert. Return to your camp or hotel in Merzouga for a relaxing evening.
After breakfast, leave the desert behind and visit Rissani, a bustling town known for its traditional market. Continue to the dramatic Todra Gorges, where towering cliffs create an awe-inspiring natural spectacle. Take a short walk along the river before heading to the lush Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs.” Spend the night at a charming hotel or guesthouse in the valley.
On the final day, journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains. Stop in Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Morocco,” and visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After lunch, travel back through the scenic route to Fes, arriving by evening to conclude your adventure.