7 days from Marrakech to dades

Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation. Todra Gorge: Drive to Todra Gorge, one of the most spectacular canyons in the world. Take a walk through the gorge. Journey to Merzouga: Continue the journey through the arid landscapes, passing through Berber villages. Erfoud and Rissani: Quick stops in Erfoud (known for fossils) and Rissani (a traditional market town). Merzouga: Arrive in Merzouga in the late afternoon. Hotel Stay: Check into your hotel in Merzouga. Relax, enjoy dinner, and possibly take a short walk in the dunes to watch the sunset.

Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Local Activities: Spend the morning exploring Merzouga and its surroundings. Options include visiting a nomadic family, exploring the Khamlia village known for its Gnawa music, or quad biking in the dunes. Camel Trek: In the late afternoon, take a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes. Luxury Desert Camp: Arrive at a luxury desert camp in the dunes. Enjoy dinner, traditional music, and an overnight stay in a luxurious tent under the stars.

Sunrise in the Desert: Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes. Return Camel Trek: Ride camels back to Merzouga. Breakfast: Breakfast in Merzouga. Journey to Fes: Begin the long drive to Fes. The route typically goes through: Erfoud: Known for its fossil quarries. Midelt: A stop for lunch, known for its apple orchards. Ziz Valley: Scenic drive through the Ziz Valley with views of lush palm groves and rugged mountains. Azrou and Ifrane: Pass through the Middle Atlas Mountains, possibly stopping in Azrou (known for its cedar forests and Barbary macaques) and Ifrane (a charming town often called "Little Switzerland"). Arrival in Fes: Arrive in Fes in the evening. Check into your hotel or riad. Dinner and overnight stay.

Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation. Fes Guided Tour: Full day to explore the cultural and historical heritage of Fes with a local guide. Key sites include: Al Quaraouiyine University: The oldest existing, continually operating higher educational institution in the world. Bou Inania Medersa: A beautiful theological college. Fes El Bali: The old medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its labyrinthine streets. Tanneries: Visit the famous Chouara Tanneries. Souks: Explore the vibrant markets and artisan workshops. Evening in Fes: Dinner and overnight stay in Fes.

Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation. Journey to Chefchaouen: Depart for Chefchaouen, the famous blue city in the Rif Mountains. Arrival in Chefchaouen: Arrive in Chefchaouen in the afternoon. Explore Chefchaouen: Spend the afternoon and evening exploring the charming blue-washed streets, plazas, and local markets. Key sites include: Medina: Wander through the picturesque medina. Kasbah Museum: Visit the Kasbah and its gardens. Ras El Ma: A beautiful spring just outside the medina. Overnight in Chefchaouen: Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel or guesthouse.

Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation. Morning in Chefchaouen: Spend the morning exploring more of Chefchaouen or relaxing. Journey to Marrakech: Begin the long drive back to Marrakech. The drive typically takes around 7-8 hours. Arrival in Marrakech: Arrive in Marrakech in the evening, with drop-off at your hotel or riad.