Morocco's most spectacular one-way road trip. From the High Atlas to the Sahara dunes, through gorges and cedar forests, to the ancient medina of Fes.
Flying or taking a train between Marrakech and Fes misses the most beautiful part of Morocco. Our 3-day desert route connects the two imperial cities via the Sahara — covering in 3 days what would take months on foot and forever by public bus.
Depart Marrakech south over the High Atlas via Tizi n'Tichka. Stop at Ait Benhaddou (UNESCO), then explore Ouarzazate's Atlas Film Studios. Continue to the Dades Valley for overnight.
Morning walk through spectacular Todgha Gorge. Visit Erfoud fossil workshops. Arrive at Erg Chebbi dunes for a camel ride at sunset. Drive north through the cedar forests to overnight in Midelt.
Morning drive through the Middle Atlas. Stop in Ifrane — Morocco's Alpine-style town. Visit the Azrou cedar forest to see the famous Barbary macaques. Arrive in Fes by midday. Drop-off at your riad in the medina.