5 days of escape: From Fes to the Sahara dunes and Marrakech

5 days

Embark on a stunning journey through Morocco, from the Middle Atlas Mountains to the golden dunes of the Erg Chebbi desert. Discover diverse landscapes, historic cities, and authentic cultures. An adventure that blends nature, history, and tradition.

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Program:

Day 1: Fes – Azrou Monkey Forest – Midelt – Ziz Gorges – Desert

Departure from your Riad at 8:00 AM for the Erg Chebbi desert.
Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains with stops in Ifrane, nicknamed the “Moroccan Switzerland,” and the cedar forest of Azrou, home to Berber monkeys.
Continue to Midelt for lunch, then head to the Ziz Valley with its 9,000 palm trees, before reaching the Tafilalet oasis, the largest palm grove in the world, and finally the desert.
Arrive in Merzouga at the foot of the dunes for a peaceful night.

Day 2: Desert – Merzouga – Rissani – Erg Chebbi

After a Moroccan breakfast, depart for Rissani, famous for its souk. Return to the Riad for a welcome tea and then set off on a camel ride to a Berber camp in the middle of the dunes.
Dinner and overnight under the stars with traditional music and a campfire.

Day 3: Erg Chebbi – Erg Ouzina – M’harech – Alnif – Todra Gorge

Wake up early for the sunrise.
Return to the camp for breakfast, then head to Khamlia to listen to traditional Gnawa music.
Continue along the Paris-Dakar route, stop in Ouzina, and explore the M’harech strait.
Arrive at the Todra Gorge with its impressive rock walls for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Todra Gorge – Ouarzazate – Kasbah Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech

Travel to Ouarzazate, visit the Taourirt Kasbah, and have lunch.
Continue to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Stop at Telouet to visit its kasbah.
Cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n’Tichka pass and arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon.

Day 5: Marrakech – Essaouira – Marrakech

After a Moroccan breakfast, depart for Essaouira, a tranquil coastal town. Visit the market, the port, and the Portuguese fortress with views of the Atlantic.
Return to Marrakech in the afternoon, marking the end of the tour.
Included: 
• Pickup and drop-off at your chosen location 
• Comfortable transport, 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser – mini bus (Insurance and fuel) 
• Driver-guide speaking your language 
• Hotels – Riad 
• Half board (dinners/breakfasts) 
• Camel ride 
• 1 night in a desert bivouac (tent, mattress, and blankets provided) 
• Sandboarding
Not included:
• Airfare
• Drinks
• Lunch
• Tickets for paid visits
• Personal expenses
• Tips

N.B :
* Free for children under 4 years old accompanied by their parents.
* 30% discount for children aged 4 to 8 years old accompanied by their parents.
* 25% discount for children aged 8 to 14 years old accompanied by their parents.