The Heart of Morocco4 days from Fez

Day by day

1. Day 01

   Fez – Ifrane – Monkey Forest in Azrou – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga

   In the morning, we will depart and head south through Morocco via Ifrane, stopping in Azrou to visit the cedar forest and see the Atlas monkeys.

   We will continue via the Middle Atlas mountains, crossing the Tizi-N-Talghoumlt pass at 2600 meters altitude, and have lunch in Midelt. Afterward, we will arrive at the Ziz Valley, the Tafilalet Oasis with its vast number of date palm trees.

   In the afternoon, we will reach Merzouga “Erg Chebbi.” Arrival in the desert.

   Dinner and accommodation in the riad.

2. Day 02

   Merzouga – Khamlia – Erg Chebbi

   After breakfast, we will set out on an excursion to the desert, starting with the village of Khamlia, following the tracks used in the “Paris-Dakar Rally” and visiting desert nomads with whom we will have tea.

   We will visit the village of “the blacks,” so called because of the slave trade that brought people from Sudan. After lunch, we will switch from 4×4 transportation to animal traction.

   The dromedaries will take us deep into the desert dunes to witness an unforgettable sunset.

   Tonight will be special, as we will sleep in the dunes in nomadic tents (jaimas), just like the Berbers. To end the day, we will have another wonderful experience.

   We will enjoy a Berber dinner, music, and a starry sky like you’ve never seen before.

   Dinner and accommodation in an unforgettable jaima.

3. Day 03

   Erg Chebbi – Rissani – N'kob – Ouarzazate

   We will wake up early to witness the beautiful spectacle of the sunrise over a sea of sand.

   We will ride camels back to the hotel to refresh ourselves with a shower and enjoy a hearty breakfast. Then, we will head towards Rissani, the first imperial city of Morocco, to visit its legendary market.

   Afterward, we will continue to Tazzarine, passing through Alnif. Our journey will then take us to the magnificent Draa Valley, known for its date palm production and millions of palm trees.

   We will have a panoramic view of the valley before crossing the Anti-Atlas mountains.

   Finally, we will arrive in Ouarzazate.

4. Day 04

   Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

   In Ouarzazate, if you are a film enthusiast, you can visit the film studios where many famous Hollywood movies have been filmed.

   Afterward, we will take a detour to visit the renowned Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). You will have free time to stroll through the kasbah and climb to its top to enjoy the views.

   Then, we will cross the majestic Atlas Mountains with their beautiful landscapes. We will arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon.

   Transfer to your hotel or the airport.