Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

Your adventure begins with a comfortable morning pickup from your hotel in Marrakech. Travel through the winding roads of the High Atlas Mountains, passing panoramic viewpoints and charming Berber villages. Visit the legendary Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its authentic clay architecture. Continue to Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” and explore the famous Atlas Film Studios. End the day in the beautiful Dades Valley, where dinner and an overnight stay await.

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga Sahara – Overnight in a Luxury Camp

Wake up surrounded by the beauty of Dades Valley. After breakfast, head to the spectacular Todra Gorges, where towering rock walls create a dramatic natural setting perfect for walking and photography. Travel through the desert town of Erfoud, renowned for its fossils, before reaching Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara. Enjoy a breathtaking sunset camel ride across the golden dunes to your luxury desert camp, where you’ll spend a magical night under the stars.

Day 3: Explore Merzouga Region – Nomads – Khamlia – Merzouga Lake – Erg Chebbi – Palm Grove

Spend an unforgettable day exploring the wonders of Merzouga. Embark on a 4×4 excursion across the dunes, visit a local nomad family, and enjoy traditional mint tea. Continue to the village of Khamlia to experience the hypnotic rhythms of Gnawa music. Explore the seasonal Merzouga Lake and wander through lush palm groves. Return to your accommodation for a relaxing evening.

Day 4: Merzouga Dunes – Erfoud – Midelt – Cedar Forest – Ifrane – Fes

Say goodbye to the Sahara as you travel north toward Fes. Stop in Erfoud to discover the region’s fossil heritage, then drive through the scenic Ziz Valley. Pause in Midelt, known for its apple orchards, before continuing to the Cedar Forest near Ifrane, where you may spot Barbary macaque monkeys. Explore the charming town of Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco,” before arriving in Fes in the afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.