Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt –Merzouga Desert.

Begin your desert adventure with a convenient pick-up from your accommodation in Fes. Journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains, making your way to the Sahara via the cedar forests of Azrou, home to playful Barbary macaques. Pass through Ifrane, famously known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” admired for its alpine-style architecture and winter sports charm. After enjoying a hearty lunch in Midelt, continue through the scenic Ziz Valley, admiring its lush palm groves and dramatic gorges. Upon arrival in Merzouga in the late afternoon, experience the thrill of a camel ride into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, and settle into a traditional Berber camp for a magical night under the stars.

Day 2: Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Ouarzazate.

Awaken early to take in the enchanting sunrise over the dunes, followed by a camel trek back to the hotel for a refreshing shower and breakfast. Depart from the serene Sahara, journeying through Rissani and the historic region of Tafilalet — the cradle of the Alaouite dynasty. Continue to the dramatic Todra Gorges, where you’ll have time to explore and enjoy lunch. Travel onward through Boumalne Dades and the fragrant Roses Valley, famed for its flourishing rose plantations. Follow the scenic Route of a Thousand Kasbahs before arriving in Ouarzazate for an overnight stay in a charming hotel or riad.

Day 3: Ouarzazate – High Atlas – Marrakech.

After breakfast, begin your day with a visit to the historic Kasbah of Taourirt and the renowned film studios of Ouarzazate, often dubbed the “Hollywood of Africa.” Continue on to the remarkable fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its striking Berber architecture and its role in numerous international films. Take in breathtaking panoramic views of the village and the surrounding High Atlas Mountains. In the afternoon, journey through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and return to Marrakech, marking the end of your unforgettable desert adventure.