As soon as we leave Marrakech, we will follow a well-maintained road to the High Atlas Mountains. After about an hour, the road starts to wind its way up as we drive along with one of the most scenic roads in Morocco across a landscape of terraced wheat fields, cacti, waving palm trees, and endless views. We will pass through small villages - in the distance, you'll be able to distinguish the snow-capped peaks of the Atlas Mountains. As the road begins to descend, the scenery changes drastically as suddenly we will be entering a desert-like area. Soon, the imposing Kasbah Aït Benhaddou will loom up like a mirage. A kasbah is a kind of citadel, composed of high-walled buildings of clay mixed with straw; historically used to shelter entire village communities. We make our way across the river.  At the top of the Kasbah, there is a fantastic view across the surrounding countryside and of the citadel itself giving you the sense of entering a medieval world with a warren of narrow lanes.

After lunch, we will set off on our tour again and drive through the fertile valley to Dades Gorges. If you thought the road from Marrakech was beautiful, then wait till you see these bright green palm valleys and rugged mountain peaks in all shapes and colors alternated by small traditional villages and breathtaking views. We will have a nicely located stop-off for a cup of coffee or mint tea. From here, there is another 40-minutes drive passing strange and wonderful colorful rock formations. When the cliffs begin to get narrower and we enter a kind of gorge then we have nearly reached our destination – a small, scenic mountain hotel. Moments later you will be greeted by the friendly owner. Accommodation for the night, dinner, and breakfast will be organized at this hotel (Kasbah La Valley) or a similar hotel.

After breakfast, we start our journey driving through the edges of the Sahara Desert and pass through scattered Berber villages along the way towards the Erg Chebbi desert at Merzouga. Once we arrive, we change to another form of transport. You will find yourself plodding into the sand dunes on a trusty camel. Perched on your camel, you will softly plod into the sea of golden sand dunes as experienced camel-drivers lead the way to our camp in the desert. Once at the camp, you will enjoy a delicious dinner. At the end of the day, you will spend a night camping out and sleep under an incredible canopy of stars.

Witness an amazing sunrise over the dunes in the Sahara Desert – one of the most memorable moments of this trip. After breakfast go back on the camels heading to Merzouga. Then ride back to Marrakech via the city of Ouarazazate where you'll have time for lunch and a visit to the famous Taourirt Kasbah. Continue to Marrakech, crossing the Atlas Mountains and Berber villages. Arrival in the evening and then be dropped-off at a central location in Marrakech.

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Option 2 : transfer from merzouga to Fes