3 Day Tour from Fez to the Desert

Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Todra Gorges

Our 3-day desert route from Fes begins after breakfast as we head toward Tinghir. We will pass through Ifrane and continue to the cedar forests of Azrou, home to wild Barbary macaques. This is a wonderful opportunity to photograph Morocco’s natural beauty. After lunch in a small Berber village, we continue through the Atlas Mountains, enjoying the landscapes of Midelt before reaching the small town of Rich. From here, we turn toward the Todra Gorges, arriving in the late evening. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Todra – Erfoud – Rissani – Merzouga Desert

We depart the Todra Gorges toward the desert, passing various Berber villages scattered along the route. We will travel through Jorf and Erfoud, where you will notice the beginning of the Saharan Oasis of Tafilalt, before continuing to Merzouga. Upon arrival, we set off on a camel trek through the Merzouga dunes—a truly unique experience where the silence of the desert reigns supreme. Before reaching the camp, we will leave the camels and walk up a high dune to witness the sunset. Dinner will be served under a traditional tent, accompanied by the rhythm of Berber drums.

Day 3: Erg Chebbi Desert – Rissani – Fes

We rise early to witness the sunrise, followed by breakfast. After returning to the village by dromedary, we begin our journey back north. Our first stop is Rissani, the birthplace of the Alaouite dynasty that rules Morocco. We will visit its unique and immense market, where nomadic desert tribes gather to stock up on supplies. We then cross the Ziz Valley and the Tizi n’Talghomt pass to reach Midelt. Finally, we continue through the cedar forests to arrive in Fes in the late afternoon.