Morocco · Desert Adventure

5-Day Morocco Desert Adventure from Fez to Marrakech via Erg Chebbi

5 Days Round trip from Fes Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Journey through Morocco's Atlas Mountains, valleys, and enchanting desert landscapes
  • 02 Experience a camel trek and spend a night under the stars in the Sahara Desert
  • 03 Discover picturesque gorges and the rich Berber culture
  • 04 Visit charming mountain towns and a fossilized marble factory in Erfoud
  • 05 Explore the stunning Dades Gorges and the palm groves of Ziz Valley

Embark on a 5-day Morocco adventure through the stunning landscapes of Fez, Erfoud, Merzouga, Dades Gorges, Ait Bouguemaz, and Marrakech. Explore the breathtaking Sahara dunes of Erg Chebbi by camel, visit traditional Berber villages, and marvel at the natural beauty of the Atlas Mountains, cedar forests, and palm groves. Along the way, enjoy cultural experiences, visit a fossilized marble factory in Erfoud, and relax in charming hotels and a bivouac.

Early wake-up call to watch the sunrise over the dunes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Fez, Marrakech, Errachidia, Midelt, Merzouga, Todgha Gorge, Erfoud, Rissani, Ziz Valley, Erg Chebbi, Azrou, Ifrane, Tinejdad, Dadès Gorges, Boumalne Dades, Ait Bougamez
Languages Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Fez to Erfoud via Midelt and the Ziz Valley

  • Depart from Fez after breakfast.
  • Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains and cedar forests.

  • Pass through Ifrane, a charming ski resort, and Azrou, known for its cedar woodwork crafts.

  • Arrive in Midelt for lunch.

  • Continue towards Erfoud and Errachidia, passing the gorges and the Ziz Valley dotted with date palms.

  • Arrive at the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi.

Overnight stay and dinner at the Erfoud hotel.

2
Day 02

Erfoud to Merzouga and Erg Chebbi Dunes

  • Free morning in Erfoud.
  • Depart for Merzouga to explore the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi.

Overnight stay and dinner in a bivouac at the dunes.

3
Day 03

Merzouga to Dades Gorges via Rissani and Tinghir

  • Early wake-up call to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
  • Return by camel to the foot of the dunes.

  • Breakfast and shower before departure.

  • Visit Rissani and Erfoud to see the fossilized marble factory.

  • Continue to the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad.

  • Arrive at Toudra Gorges for lunch.

  • Continue in the afternoon to the Dades Gorges via Boumalne.

Dinner and overnight stay at the Dades Gorges hotel.

4
Day 04

Dades Gorges to Ait Bouguemaz via Kalaa Mgouna

  • Depart for Kalaa Mgouna after breakfast.
  • Free time to explore rose water products.

  • Continue to the small Berber villages.

  • Arrive in Ait Bouguemaz.

Overnight stay and dinner in Ait Bouguemaz.

5
Day 05

Ait Bouguemaz to Marrakech through the Atlas Valleys

  • Depart from Ait Bouguemaz and travel through the high Berber valleys of the Atlas.
  • Arrive in Marrakech in the early afternoon.

  • End of the tour in Marrakech.

Erg Chebbi dunes, Ziz Valley palm groves, Dadès Gorges cliffs

Where this trip takes you

Erg Chebbi dunes, Ziz Valley palm groves, Dadès Gorges cliffs

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Fes 16 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All accommodations listed in the itinerary, based on a double room
  • Half-board accommodation on the first and fourth days is included.

  • Travel in a 4x4 with a French-speaking driver.

  • Fuel for transportation.

  • Local taxes.

What's Not Included

  • Drinks, extras, and all personal expenses.
  • Any service not explicitly mentioned above.

  • Tips for the guide and driver.

  • Lunches.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Marrakech, Maroc
Tour start
Fes, Morocco
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Fes.

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