This immersive 5-day tour takes you from the cultural capital of Fes to the vast deserts of Merzouga and Zagora, through dramatic valleys, traditional Berber villages, and historic kasbahs. You’ll ride camels into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, sleep under the stars, visit ancient caravan towns like Rissani, and traverse the stone deserts of the Draa Valley. The route is filled with stunning landscapes, nomadic encounters, and authentic Moroccan hospitality.
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Desert
Your desert adventure begins with departure from Fes, heading south through the alpine town of Ifrane and the cedar forests of Azrou, home to wild Barbary apes.
Stop for lunch in Zaida before crossing the dramatic Ziz Gorges.
Visit a fossil museum in Erfoud, then continue toward Merzouga.
Upon arrival, meet your camel guide and begin a magical ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Spend the night in a desert camp under the stars, enjoying dinner and traditional music around the fire.
Day 2: Merzouga – Rissani – Alnif – Tazarine – Zagora
After breakfast and a camel ride back to Merzouga, visit the historic town of Rissani, including the tomb of Moulay Ali Cherif.
Continue through the rocky plains and acacia-dotted landscapes of the Hamada, passing through Alnif and Tazarine.
Visit nomadic families en route, then arrive at the palm groves of Zagora.
Settle into a charming hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Zagora – Tamnougalt – Ouarzazate – Dades Gorges
Today’s journey leads through the lush Draa Valley, known for its endless palm oases and kasbahs.
Visit the historic Kasbah of Tamnougalt with a local guide.
Continue to Ouarzazate for lunch and explore the Atlas Film Studios and Taourirt Kasbah.
Journey onward to the Skoura palm grove to visit the beautifully preserved Kasbah Amridil.
Travel through the Valley of Roses and arrive at Dades Gorges for dinner and overnight in a traditional guesthouse.
Day 4: Dades Gorges – Tinghir – Todra Gorges – Midelt
After breakfast, explore the scenic Dades Valley before heading to Tinghir to visit an old Jewish quarter.
Continue to the towering cliffs of Todra Gorges, then pass through Tinjdad, Goulmima, and the impressive Ziz Valley.
After a stop for lunch in Errachidia, continue through the Middle Atlas to reach the town of Midelt,
where you’ll stay overnight in a hotel.
Day 5: Midelt – Azrou – Fes
On your final day, enjoy breakfast and depart for Fes.
Travel once again through the cedar forests of Azrou, with a stop to observe the wild monkeys.
Arrive in Fes by afternoon, where your driver will drop you off at your accommodation.
End of your 5-day Sahara adventure.
Tour Highlights
Merzouga & the Erg Chebbi dunes
Camel trekking and overnight desert camp
Rissani & the mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif
Zagora and the Draa Valley
Tamnougalt, Taourirt, and Amridil Kasbahs
Dades and Todra Gorges
Fossils of Erfoud & Ziz Valley
Middle Atlas Mountains & cedar forest of Azrou
What’s Included
Pick-up from your hotel or airport in Fes
Private transport in air-conditioned vehicle
Camel trek in Merzouga dunes
1 night in a desert camp (private tent)
1 night in a hotel in Zagora
1 night in a guesthouse in Dades Gorges
1 night in hotel in Midelt
Guided visit of Tamnougalt Kasbah
4 dinners & 4 breakfasts
Not Included
Lunches and drinks
Flights
Entrance fees (optional)
Personal expenses and tips