⇒ Day 5: Fes » Ifrane » Cedar Forest » Midelt » Ziz Valley » Sahara Desert

Say goodbye to the historical city of Fes and head towards the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. Our first stop will be in Ifrane, often called “Little Switzerland” for its alpine architecture and cool climate. Next, we’ll visit the Cedar Forest, where you can enjoy a break and interact with the playful Barbary Macaques (monkeys) – feeding them is allowed. From there, we continue to Midelt and Zaida, where we’ll have a delicious barbecue lunch. Our last stop of the day will be in the stunning Ziz Valley, offering breathtaking panoramic views.

Afterward, we continue to Merzouga, where you’ll experience the camel ride into the vast desert. As you reach the top of the dunes, take some time to enjoy the awe-inspiring sunset. In the evening, experience a traditional Berber dinner at your desert camp. Spend the night under the stars in a cozy desert tent, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the Sahara.

⇒ Day 6: Desert Excursion » Khamlia Village » Nomads » Meffis Mountain

Today After breakfast we start an exploration day around Merzouga Village as we visit first the Nomads who lives behind the erg Chebbi dunes and spend some time in their handwoven tent enjoying a Cup of tea. Afterwards leave for Mefiss where many mines found from the French colonialism era. Feel free to walk around and discover how locals extract eyeliner from 200 meters underground!

Thereafter we continue to the Khamila a village built by black-skinned people who have emigrated from Mali, Senegal, … The village is famous by Gnawa music which is played by locals. Next Lunch in a local restaurant specialized in pizza Berber. At the end of the day we transfer you to a charming hotel for continuing the rest of the day in the swimming pool.

⇒ Day 7: Sahara Desert » Rissani » Todgha Gorge » Dades Gorge

Today we leave the Sahara Desert after Having an unforgettable experiences that will definitely last in memory forever. Have Breakfast do a one last walk at the small dunes in front of your hotel. Afterwards we head the road To Boumalne Dades,with several stops along the way, the first in Rissani a historic town that was once the capital of the Tafilalt region as well as its the Alaouite family’s original. Get to discover the souk.

Thereafter, we move to Todgha Gorge one of Morocco’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Here in the gorge take the chance to explore and to appreciate this stunning canyon carved by the Todgha River. Marvel at the towering cliffs that rise up to 300 meters high and enjoy a leisurely walk along the river. After a wander along the river, we continue our way to Dades for the overnight stay. 

⇒ Day 8: Dades Gorge » Kalaat M’Gouna » Ouarzazte » Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah » Marrakech

Today after breakfast we pay a short visit to the charming Dades Gorge which locates in between fascinating Huge Mountains and stunning Curves of Tissadrin. After spending some few minutes at the gorge, we leave Boumalne Dades and head towards Kalaat M’Agouna where a panoramic view of the Rose Valley lie. Feel free to visit one of the Women’s cooperatives in order to see how local women work to bring home a piece of bread as well as to fight unemployment. Furthermore, we continue to Marrakech passing through the fabulous city of Ouarzazate known as the Hollywood of Africa and the gateway to the Sahara Desert.  Feel free to take some memorable photos in front of the Taourirt Kasbah before we head to the Ait ben Haddou Kasbah.

Once in Ait ben Haddou Take your time to stroll all around each corner and each room to discover this fortified landmark which stands up for several years or even centuries. Explore the small streets and mud-brick buildings of this historic ksar where hundreds of films have shot! such as “the mummy”, “Gladiator”,” Game of Thrones” and many others. Thereafter we leave The Kasbah heading to Marrakech through Tizi N’Tichka Pass a linking point between Marrakech and Ouarzazate. Get ready to be fascinated with the stunning panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains. In Late afternoon we reach our destination Marrakech. We will directly transfer you to your accommodation. End of the 8 Days Morocco tour