Itinerary

1. Day 1- Marrakech

   • Start driving from Marrakech. This drive will be through the High Atlas mountains, cross Tizi n'Tichka pass(highest zigzag road pass in Morocco). If interested, stop in between to enjoy/photograph landscapes views. This pass is also the gateway to the Sahara desert. 

   • Stop at the World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou. This is a fortified village, and also has been used as a backdrop for filming may movies including Gladiator, The Mummy etc. View the famous Ksar houses here - a group of earthen buildings surrounded by high walls and a classic example of South Moroccan architecture. 

   • Have lunch and then proceed on to see the Berber villages before arriving at Boumalene Dades, a small town. Stroll by cultural symbols and handicrafts in the shops and houses here. 

   • Next, stop at the famed Rose Valley of Morocco. During spring, this whole valley is covered with pink flowers, which makes it an ideal time to also witness their rose festival. 

   Overnight stay in a hotel.

2. Day 2- Todgha - Erfoud - Merzouga

   • Leave for Merzouga, where the highest sand dunes of Morocco are located. 

   • After one hour and a half driving, arrive at the Todgha gorges. Go for a small walk with the tour guide to enjoy the views. 

   • Continue driving towards the Sahara desert and stop at Tinejdad city for lunch.

   • Proceed towards Erfoud, an oasis town in the Sahara desert. In the nearby areas,  come across sights of varied rock and fossil formations. 

   • Move on towards Tafilalt, one of the largest Saharan oasis in Morocco. Pass by through small Berber villages, before arriving at Merzouga. Here, ride a camel towards Erg Chebbi sand dunes. 

   • Spend a night in a Berber camp with dinner under stars and some local music.

3. Day 3- Fez

   • Opt for camel rides for perfect sunrise views. 

   • After a shower and breakfast, leave for Fez, a northeastern Moroccan city and also known as the cultural capital of this country. On the way, pass by Rissani, Errachidia and Midelt. 

   • Have lunch.

   • Then continue on towards Fez. Take pictures of wild monkeys on Cedarwoods along the way. 

   Drop back at the hotel.