Description
Experience an unforgettable adventure across Morocco on this 4-days tour from Fez to the Merzouga Desert, punctuated by spectacular landscapes and unique cultural experiences. Cross the majestic Atlas Mountains, observe wild monkeys in the cedar forest of Azrou, and marvel at the Todra Valley and its lush palm groves. Enjoy a camel ride in the desert and spend two magical nights under the stars in a traditional or luxury Berber camp. This experience offers a complete immersion in nature, culture, and the local way of life.
You will also have the opportunity to extend your adventure to Marrakech thanks to our desert tours connecting Fez to Marrakech.
Highlights of the tour
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Crossing the magnificent Atlas Mountains and observing the panoramic landscapes.
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Visit the cedar forest and encounter wild monkeys.
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Exploration of the Todra Gorge and its lush valley.
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Camel ride in the dunes of the Merzouga desert.
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Night under the stars with a traditional Berber dinner.
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Watching sunsets and sunrises over the dunes.
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Discover local music around a campfire.
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Meet a Berber family and share a moment of their daily life.
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Vue panoramique sur la vallée du Ziz et ses oasis.
What’s included
- Comfortable and comprehensive services throughout the tour
- Moroccan private driver, speaking several languages
- Accommodation including breakfast and dinner each day, depending on the category chosen
- Certified local guides in major cultural and historical cities
- Round-trip transfers to and from the airport at the beginning and end of the trip
- Camel ride in the Merzouga desert (for desert tours)
- Overnight stay in a Saharan camp with traditional entertainment (for desert tours)
What is excluded
- Accommodation.
- Drinks.
- Entrance fees to tourist sites.
- Personal purchases.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Fez – Atlas Mountains – Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Departure from Fez to reach the desert via the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through authentic Berber villages. Stop in the cedar forest to observe and feed wild monkeys. Continue to the palm-lined Ziz Valley to admire the panoramic landscapes. Arrive in the Merzouga desert and settle into your camp for the first night, accompanied by a traditional dinner under the stars.
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Day 2: Desert exploration – Camel ride and 4x4 excursion
This day is dedicated to exploring the surroundings of Merzouga. Camel ride through the dunes of Erg Chebbi, ideal for enjoying the desert light and taking memorable photos. You can also try sandboarding and take a walk in the desert to admire the sunset. After a Berber dinner, enjoy an evening around the campfire with traditional rhythms and the magic of a starry sky.
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Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge
Wake up early to admire a spectacular sunrise over the dunes. Drive to Rissani to visit the traditional market where locals and nomads rub shoulders. Lunch break and discovery of local crafts. Then continue to the Todra Gorge, with free time to explore the canyon and stroll among the ancient kasbahs and palm groves. Overnight stay in typical accommodation near the gorge.
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Day 4: Todra Gorge – Berber villages – Fez
Last day of the tour, return to Fez via small Berber villages and authentic landscapes. Several stops are planned to take photos, rest, and enjoy the views. Arrival in Fez at the end of the day, bringing this tour rich in discoveries, encounters, and unforgettable landscapes to a close.
