Morning:

• Departure from Marrakech: Early morning departure from your accommodation in Marrakech.
• Tizi n’Tichka Pass: Drive through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260m), with stops for panoramic views and visiting an Argan oil cooperative.

Afternoon:

• Ait Benhaddou: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, the fortified village (ksar) of Ait Benhaddou. Explore the ancient kasbahs.
• Lunch: Enjoy lunch in Ait Benhaddou or Ouarzazate.

Evening:

• Dades Valley: Continue to the Dades Valley, passing through the Valley of Roses, famous for its annual Rose Festival.
• Overnight: Stay in a local hotel or guesthouse in the Dades Valley.

Morning:

• Dades Gorges: After breakfast, explore the stunning Dades Gorges, with its dramatic rock formations and scenic landscapes.
• Todgha Gorges: Drive to Todgha Gorges, one of Morocco’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Enjoy a walk along the canyon.

Afternoon:

• Lunch: Stop for lunch in a local restaurant near the Todgha Gorges.
• Journey to Merzouga: Continue your journey towards the Sahara Desert, passing through Erfoud, famous for its fossils.

Evening:

• Merzouga and Erg Chebbi Dunes: Arrive in Merzouga, where you’ll switch to camels for a trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes.
• Sunset Camel Ride: Enjoy a camel ride into the desert, watching the sunset over the dunes.
• Overnight: Spend the night in a Berber desert camp, enjoying traditional music, a campfire, and a delicious dinner under the stars.

Morning:

• Sunrise Over the Dunes: Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the Sahara.
• Desert Activities: After breakfast, engage in activities like sandboarding or a 4×4 tour of the dunes. Visit a nomadic Berber village to learn about their way of life.

Afternoon:

• Lunch: Return to Merzouga for lunch or have lunch with a Berber family.
• Khamlia Village: Visit the nearby village of Khamlia, known for its Gnawa music. Enjoy a traditional performance.

Evening:

• Relaxation: Return to your desert camp or stay in a local hotel. Enjoy the serene desert atmosphere and another beautiful sunset.
• Overnight: Spend another night in Merzouga.

Morning:

• Camel Ride Back: Ride the camels back to Merzouga village for breakfast and a shower.
• Rissani: Visit the nearby town of Rissani, known for its lively souk and traditional market.

Afternoon:

• Journey to Fes: Drive through the Ziz Valley, famous for its lush palm groves and stunning views, and continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains.
• Lunch: Stop for lunch along the way.

Evening:

• Drive through the Cedar Forests: Drive through the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains, home to Barbary macaque monkeys.
• Ifrane: Stop in Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine-style architecture and clean environment.
• Arrival in Fes: Continue the drive to Fes, arriving in the early evening. Transfer to your accommodation in Fes.