Fez to Merzouga via Ifrane, Azrou, Ziz Valley, and Erfoud
Morning:
8:00 AM: Depart from Fez in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle, accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide.
Ifrane: Stop in Ifrane, known as "Little Switzerland" due to its European-style architecture.
Azrou: Visit the cedar forest in Azrou to see Barbary macaque monkeys and enjoy a short hike.
Lunch:
Midday: Have lunch in a local restaurant on the way.
Afternoon:
Ziz Valley: Drive through the scenic Ziz Valley, with its date palm groves and dramatic gorges.
Erfoud: Arrive in Erfoud and explore this desert town. Optionally, visit a fossil factory to learn about the local fossil industry.
Merzouga: Continue to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert.
Evening:
Camel Trek: Meet your camel caravan and embark on a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Sunset: Watch the sunset from the dunes as you make your way to your desert camp.
Dinner and Entertainment: Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner at the desert camp. Savour local cuisine, listen to live music, and stargaze by the campfire.