Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour via Erg Chebbi

Kick off your Morocco excursion with a morning pickup from your Marrakech hotel. Travel through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass, with stunning views at every turn. Stop at Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s most iconic ksour, once a stronghold along ancient caravan routes. Continue past Ouarzazate, the cinematic heart of Morocco, and the fragrant Rose Valley of Kelaa Mgouna. Head off the main road at Boumalne Dades to explore the verdant Dades Gorge, an oasis lined with crumbling hilltop kasbahs, valley-floor gardens, and the unique rock formations of the Tamnalt Hills. Overnight: Enjoy dinner and a restful night at a hotel in Dades Gorge.

After breakfast, depart Dades Gorge for Merzouga via the awe-inspiring Todra Gorge, Morocco’s highest oasis valley gorge, framed by towering cliffs. Arrive in Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara, where your guide and camels await. Set off on a 1-hour camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi as the sun sets—an iconic highlight of our Morocco desert tours. Reach your desert camp, a traditional nomad tent, where mint tea is served and a freshly prepared tagine dinner awaits, crafted by your guide. Overnight: Spend the night in a cozy Berber tent beneath a star-filled sky.

Wake early to witness a magical desert sunrise, followed by mint tea and breakfast. Ride your camels back to Merzouga, shower, and begin your scenic transfer to Fes. This leg of your Morocco desert tour 4x4 takes you through the lush Ziz Valley Gorge, past the cedar forests of Azrou, and the charming town of Midelt. Arrive in Fes by evening, with memories of Morocco’s diverse landscapes etched in your mind.