Day 1: Marrakech » High Atlas Mountains » Ait Benhaddou » Ouarzazate
We will pick you up at the airport or your accommodation in Marrakech. Begin our 6 days private tour from Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga through the High Atlas by crossing the Tizi N’tichka pass (2260 m in altitude), visiting Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and stopping for lunch in a local restaurant before crossing the Atlas with stops to enjoy the spectacular views and see the Berber villages. Later, we go to Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, which has been recognized a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986 and has been featured in various films, including Alexander, Gladiator, and Babel… In the afternoon, we’ll travel to Ouarzazate, known as “Africa’s Hollywood,” and take shots at Atlas Studios, Africa’s second-largest studio.
Day 2: Ouarzazate » Dades Valley » Todra Gorge » Erfoud » Merzouga
We’ll start the second day of our 6 day private desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga with a great breakfast before traveling to Tineghir for a panoramic view of lovely Berber settlements and a palm-tree-filled oasis. Toudgha Gorge, a 300-meter-high canyon, is only a short distance away; we’ll take a walk through it.
Continue to Erfoud by passing through the southern Moroccan Berber Bedouin settlements and arriving in Merzouga. Where we’ll locate our camels, preparing for a journey through the Erg Chebbi sand dunes in the Sahara. Along the journey, you’ll pause on a high dune to enjoy the sunset over Erg Chebbi’s golden dunes.
After the sunsets, you will go to the camp, where you will be greeted with a glass of mint tea, food, a campfire, a music party, and an overnight stay at Berber camp Merzouga.
Day 3: Merzouga » Khamlia »Taouz »Jdaid village » Ouzina desert
On the third day of our 6 days desert trip from Marrakech to Merzouga, waking up early is highly worthwhile to witness the most astonishing sunrise from a dune near the camp, offering a truly exceptional view. You can fully appreciate this unique landscape before indulging in a delightful breakfast. Afterward, you have the opportunity to freshen up with a shower before returning to Merzouga on a camel.
Our next destination is Khamilia Village, predominantly inhabited by people of Sub-Saharan African descent. Here, we can enjoy a cup of tea while listening to the captivating Gnawa music.
Continuing our journey, we will make a stop at Mefis, a small abandoned village that still remains in the area. It allows us to explore the lead and other mineral mines from the time of French colonization.
Later on, we will head towards Taouz, following the historic route of the Paris Dakar Rally. Along the way, we will encounter remarkable rock engravings. Our lunch break will be at Jdaid, where you can savor Berber Pizza and Tea while also having the opportunity to get a Henna tattoo.
In the afternoon, we will reach the Ouzina desert and settle into our hotel, where we will spend the night.
Day 4: Ouzina » Merzouga» Rissani » Ziz Valley » Midelt
On the fourth day of our 6 days itinerary from Marrakech to Fes via Ouzina and Merzouga, you will witness the sunrise. Once you’ve enjoyed this breathtaking view, you can have breakfast and take a refreshing shower at the hotel before proceeding to Midelt. Along the way, we will make two notable stops. Firstly, we will visit Rissani, which is known for being Morocco’s largest traditional marketplaces in the southern region. Secondly, we will explore Erfoud, where fascinating fossil workshops await you. Here, you will have the opportunity to observe a diverse collection of fossils discovered in the area.
Our journey continues as we reach the renowned Ziz Valley, the largest supplier of dates in Morocco. Afterward, we will drive over the Ait Chakr hill and pause at one of the most magnificent panoramic viewpoints in Morocco. From there, you can marvel at the sight of the Ziz Valley adorned with hundreds of palm trees. Our expedition then proceeds to Midelt through the subsequent sections of our route. Along the way, we will make a stop at Errachidia’s dam, which is one of the government-established locations aimed at providing local residents with access to national water resources. Finally, we will arrive in Midelt in the evening, where we will spend the night.
Day 5: Medilt » Azrou » Ifrane » Meknes » Fes
The fifth day of our 6 day desert tour from Marrakech to Ouzina stands out from the rest. Our schedule for the day includes a visit to one of Morocco’s esteemed cities. As we traverse the Atlas Mountains, we will make a brief stop at Cedar Forest, our initial destination. Soon after, we will reach Meknes. Our first point of interest there will be Sahrij Souani, the central lake of the city. Afterwards, we will embark on a walking tour of Meknes to continue our exploration. During this time, we will have the opportunity to visit Lhdim Square and Bab Mansour. Moving on, we will drive a short distance from the city to reach Volubilis, the former capital of the Mauritanian monarchy. Consequently, we will then proceed directly to Fes.
Day 6: Guided tour sightseeing Fes
After having breakfast at your accommodation in Fes, we will pick you up to embark on a journey of exploring this remarkable city. Fes holds the distinction of being one of the imperial cities in Morocco, and it is also revered as a hub of cultural and religious significance.
Our first stop will be the Royal Palace gate, followed by a visit to the well-preserved medieval Medina, which has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The entry point to the old Medina is the renowned Blue Gate or Bab Boujloud. Accompanied by a local guide, you will have the opportunity to explore various notable attractions within the Medina, including the Medrasa Bouanania, the Najjarine fountain, the Tanneries, and the Quaraouin mosque and university—known as the oldest university in the world.
Once we have concluded our exploration of the Medina, we will proceed to visit the Jewish quarter, known as the Mellah. Subsequently, we will take you to an ancient fortress, that provides breathtaking panoramic views of the Medina and the city of Fes. Finally, we will return you to your riad, bringing an end to the day’s adventure.
