Highlights

• Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains and the town of Ifrane

• Visit to the cedar forests of Azrou and wild Barbary macaques

• Explore the stunning Todra Gorges with its towering cliffs and canyon

• Visit to the fossil workshops in Erfoud, a town with rich desert history

• Camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset

• Overnight in a luxury desert camp with dinner, Berber music, and stargazing

• Early morning camel ride to watch the desert sunrise

• Scenic drive through the Ziz Valley with views of palm groves and kasbahs

• Return journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains back to Fes

What's Included

• Private transport in an air-conditioned 4x4 or minivan

• Hotel or riad pick-up and drop-off in Fes

• English-speaking driver/guide

• Guided visit to the Todra Gorges and Erfoud fossil workshops

• Camel ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset

• One night in a luxury desert camp (private tent)

• Dinner and breakfast at the desert camp

• Berber music and traditional drumming around the campfire

• Tea and bottled water at the desert camp

Not Included

• Lunches

• Local guides

• Entrance fees

• Tips

Itinerary

Day 1: Fes to Todra Gorges

On the first day, you’ll depart from Fes early in the morning and head south through the Middle Atlas Mountains. The first stop will be Ifrane, often referred to as “Switzerland of Morocco” due to its European-style architecture and cool mountain climate. After a brief visit, continue to Azrou, where you can walk through the cedar forests and see the famous Barbary macaques that inhabit the area. Next, head to Midelt for lunch, and then continue your journey through the mountainous landscapes, arriving at the Todra Gorges in the late afternoon. The Todra Gorges is a stunning natural site, with towering cliffs and a deep canyon carved by the river. You’ll spend the night in a local guesthouse or hotel with views of the gorges.

Day 2: Todra Gorges to Merzouga

After breakfast, you’ll have some time to explore the Todra Gorges on foot, taking in the breathtaking views and the natural beauty of the area. Afterward, you’ll head to Erfoud, a town known for its fossil workshops and its role in the desert landscape. Here, you can visit a local fossil workshop or explore the market before continuing your journey to Merzouga, the gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes. Once you arrive, you’ll prepare for a camel trek into the desert. You’ll ride across the dunes as the sun sets, creating a perfect photo opportunity. After reaching the desert camp, you’ll enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and Berber music around the campfire under the stars.

Day 2: Merzouga to Fes

On the final day, you’ll wake up early to catch the stunning sunrise over the dunes before enjoying breakfast at the camp. Afterward, you’ll take a camel ride back to Merzouga and begin your journey back to Fes. As you travel through the Ziz Valley, you’ll pass through vast palm groves and see traditional kasbahs along the way. You’ll stop for lunch in Midelt before continuing your drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, eventually reaching Fes in the late afternoon or early evening. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel or riad in Fes, marking the end of the tour.