Premium 4-Day Fes to Merzouga: Sahara Desert & Todra Gorge Adventure

Premium 4-Day Fes to Merzouga: Sahara Desert & Todra Gorge Adventure

Merzouga, Morocco
4 Days, 3 Nights
Price on request

🌟 Overview

This premium 4-day tour from Fes to Merzouga offers an in-depth exploration of Morocco's Sahara Desert and stunning landscapes. You'll journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains, explore dramatic gorges, spend two magical nights in the desert, and experience authentic Berber culture.

This comprehensive tour combines natural wonders, cultural immersion, and unforgettable desert moments. At the end, enjoy a free Moroccan massage and a special surprise gift in Fes to complete your adventure.

Tour Highlights

  • Discover Ifrane, Morocco's "Little Switzerland"
  • Meet Barbary macaques in the ancient Azrou cedar forest
  • Walk through the majestic Todra Gorge with 300-meter cliffs
  • Drive through the scenic Ziz Valley and Dades Gorges
  • Experience a sunset camel trek into the Sahara Desert
  • Two nights in luxury Berber desert camps with different experiences
  • Watch sunrise over Erg Chebbi dunes twice
  • Explore Rissani souk and traditional markets
  • Visit Erfoud's fossil market and workshops
  • Drive through the Draa Valley, Morocco's longest valley
  • Enjoy traditional Berber music and dinners at the camps
  • Relax with a complimentary Moroccan massage at the end
  • Receive a special surprise gift

Why Choose This Tour?

  • Extended Desert Experience with two nights in the Sahara
  • Experienced Local Guides sharing stories, culture, and desert traditions
  • Comfortable Travel in private air-conditioned 4x4s or minivans
  • Authentic Experiences in Berber villages, desert camps, and local markets
  • Small Groups for a personalized and flexible journey
  • Extra Touches: massage and surprise gift included
  • Comprehensive Itinerary covering the best of southern Morocco

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 β€” Fes β†’ Ifrane β†’ Azrou β†’ Midelt β†’ Ziz Valley β†’ Merzouga

  • Pick-up from your accommodation in Fes early morning (around 8:00 AM)
  • Drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains to Ifrane, Morocco's cleanest city
    • Photo stop to admire Swiss-style architecture and beautiful gardens
  • Continue to Azrou cedar forest to see wild Barbary macaques (monkeys)
    • Walk among ancient cedar trees and interact with the friendly monkeys
  • Stop in Midelt for lunch (own expense) at the foot of the High Atlas
  • Drive through the stunning Ziz Valley, with panoramic views of palm groves and kasbahs
  • Arrive in Merzouga in the evening
  • Check in at your riad or hotel, dinner, and overnight

Day 2 β€” Merzouga Desert Experience: Full Day Exploration + Camel Trek

  • Breakfast at your accommodation
  • Morning exploration around Merzouga:
    • Visit Khamlia village to experience authentic Gnawa music and culture
    • Meet nomad families living in traditional tents in the desert
    • Optional visit to a local fossil workshop
    • Explore the seasonal Merzouga Lake (if water is present)
  • Lunch at a local restaurant (own expense)
  • Afternoon: Begin your camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes
    • Watch the sunset from the top of the dunesβ€”a truly magical moment
  • Arrive at your luxury Berber desert camp
    • Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner
    • Listen to Berber music around the campfire under a blanket of stars
  • Overnight in a comfortable tent in the heart of the Sahara

Day 3 β€” Sunrise in the Desert β†’ Todra Gorge β†’ Second Desert Camp

  • Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes
    • Climb to the top of a dune for breathtaking views as the desert comes to life
  • Camel ride back to Merzouga village
  • Breakfast and shower at the hotel/riad
  • Depart Merzouga and drive to Todra Gorge
    • Walk through the dramatic canyon with towering cliffs reaching 300 meters
    • Enjoy the cool shade and crystal-clear river
  • Lunch in Todra Gorge (own expense)
  • Continue through Dades Valley and its stunning rock formations
  • Evening: Return to the desert for a second night in a different luxury camp
    • Experience a different perspective of the Sahara
    • Enjoy another traditional dinner and Berber music session
  • Overnight in the desert camp

Day 4 β€” Desert Sunrise β†’ Rissani β†’ Erfoud β†’ Return to Fes

  • Wake up early for another sunrise over the dunes
  • Breakfast at the camp
  • Depart the desert and visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet
    • Explore the traditional souk (market day: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday)
    • Visit the Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum (founder of the Alaouite dynasty)
  • Stop in Erfoud to visit a fossil workshop and see local craftsmanship
  • Drive back to Fes via the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas Mountains
    • Scenic stops along the way for photos and refreshments
  • Free Moroccan massage and surprise gift upon return
  • Drop-off at your accommodation in Fes (arrival around 8:00 PM)

πŸ“… Book your premium 4-day Fes to Merzouga desert tour now and experience the ultimate Sahara adventure with extended desert time, camel trekking, Berber culture, and unforgettable sunrises!

Contact Information

For more information or to book this tour, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
WhatsApp/Phone: +212675203319 / +212668534981

Included & Not Included

Included
  • β€’Private or shared air-conditioned 4x4 or minivan (depending on booking)
  • β€’Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • β€’3 nights accommodation (1 night in hotel + 2 nights in luxury desert camp)
  • β€’Camel ride in Erg Chebbi dunes
  • β€’Pick-up and drop-off at your Fes accommodation
  • β€’Free traditional Moroccan massage upon return to Fes
  • β€’A surprise gift at the end of your tour
Not Included
  • β€’Lunches and drinks
  • β€’Entrance fees to monuments and attractions
  • β€’Tips for guides and drivers

Tour Route

Duration

4 Days, 3 Nights

Group Type

Private & Group Tours Available

Transportation

4Γ—4 or Minibus

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