Cross Morocco from west to east on this 5-day Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert tour, a one-way route from Marrakech to Fes that trades repeat scenery for constant change: thundering waterfalls, a hidden Berber valley, dramatic gorges, and a night beneath the stars in the Sahara. Along the way you’ll pass through some of Morocco’s most photogenic landscapes, including the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi and the towering walls of the Todra Gorge, with private transport and a professional driver throughout.
Why This Route Stands Out
Most Marrakech desert tours turn back the way they came. This one doesn't — it's a genuine crossing of the country, finishing in the imperial city of Fes. Highlights include:
Leave Marrakech in the morning for the Ouzoud Waterfalls, Morocco's highest, with free time to take in the scenery. Continue through the High Atlas Mountains to the remote Aït Bouguemez Valley, nicknamed the "Happy Valley" for its lush, fertile setting among the peaks. Overnight: guesthouse in Aït Bouguemez (dinner & breakfast included).
Cross the scenic Tizi n'Aït Imi Pass, surrounded by sweeping mountain views, before continuing to the Dades Valley — famous for its dramatic rock formations, historic kasbahs, and striking scenery. Overnight: hotel in Dades Valley (dinner & breakfast included).
Drive through the spectacular Todra Gorge, stopping for a short walk and photos beneath its towering rock walls. Continue to Merzouga, gateway to the Sahara, where a late-afternoon camel trek across the dunes of Erg Chebbi leads to your luxury desert camp for dinner, live Berber music, and a night under the stars. Overnight: luxury desert camp with private bathroom (dinner & breakfast included).
Rise early for a magical Sahara sunrise before returning by camel. Travel through the Ziz Valley, lined with endless palm groves, en route to Midelt, set between the Middle and High Atlas ranges. Overnight: hotel in Midelt (dinner & breakfast included).
Continue north, stopping in the Cedar Forest of Azrou to see its resident Barbary macaques, then visit the imperial city of Meknes and its historic Bab Mansour Gate. Arrive in Fes in the late afternoon. End of tour.
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