DAY 1: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga Dunes (Erg Chebbi)
Embark on a captivating 5-day expedition with HassleFree Excursion, commencing with a pick-up from your Fes riad/hotel at 8:00 a.m. Our experienced driver will guide you on an 8-hour journey to Merzouga, home to the mesmerizing Erg Chebbi sand dunes. Traverse the Atlas Mountains, unveiling the scenic wonders of southern Morocco’s largest oasis, Tafilalet. Along the way, indulge in stops at the alpine town of Ifrane, the Azrou cedar forest where monkeys dwell, Midelt for lunch, and the panoramic Ziz Valley, offering impressive views over palm trees amidst the Sahara. As the dunes of Erg Chebbi emerge, relax and unwind with Dinner & Overnight in a hotel with a pool at the dune line, providing a perfect setting for your first night.
DAY 2: Erg Chebbi – Merzouga Desert Exploration
After a delightful breakfast at the hotel, HassleFree Excursion presents a myriad of options for exploration. Visit neighboring villages like Hassi Labied and Khamlia, known for its black musicians. Opt for an offroad drive around the Erg Chebbi dunes to encounter nomads in their desert tents. In the summer months, relish the swimming pool or ascend the dunes at Erg Chebbi dune line, creating memories to last a lifetime.
DAY 3: Erg Chebbi – Rissani – Todra Gorges
Following breakfast, embark on a camel trek back to the hotel at the dune line for a quick shower. Depart from the Sahara desert dunes for an off-road drive across the hamada (black Desert) to reach Rissani, a Saharan town. Opt for an optional visit to the vibrant local market. Head north to Erfoud, renowned for fossils, with a stop at a fossil workshop. Continue to the impressive Todra Gorges, known for rock climbing, where hiking opportunities await. Check into the hotel for Dinner and an overnight stay.
DAY 4: Todra Gorges – Dades Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate
Start the day with breakfast, venturing along the road of 1000 Thousand Kasbahs, witnessing the grandeur of enormous kasbahs on both sides. Pass through Dades Valley, traverse mountainous areas, explore Berber villages, and observe nomads’ daily life. Be captivated by the landscapes of the colorful rose valley before reaching the Skoura palm grove. Afterward, reach Ouarzazate for dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 5: Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Telouet – High Atlas – Marrakech
Indulge in a visit to cinema sets & studios in Ouarzazate, known as the Hollywood of Africa. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, featured in numerous films. Enjoy a walk through traditional Moroccan-style architecture. The journey continues through the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Take a break for lunch amidst the Atlas Mountains before arriving at your Marrakech Riad/Hotel, marking the end of this remarkable 5-day excursion with HassleFree Excursion.