The Skoura oasis is home to many historic kasbahs hidden among dense palm groves. Some remain in ruins while others have been carefully restored. In the morning, visit the impressive Kasbah Amredhil, one of the best-preserved examples of traditional southern Moroccan architecture.

You may also enjoy a short walk through the oasis, where olive trees, fruit orchards, and traditional irrigation channels sustain local agriculture.

Continue toward Kela’a M’Gouna in the Valley of Roses, famous for its annual Rose Festival and the production of rosewater and cosmetic products used throughout Morocco.

From there, the route becomes more adventurous as it follows smaller roads that allow closer appreciation of the surrounding landscapes. Along the way, you may encounter caves used by Berber nomads during seasonal migrations, where sharing a cup of mint tea offers a glimpse into their resilient lifestyle.

After lunch in the Dades Gorge, the afternoon is free to explore the valley at your own pace. You may take a walk along the river, relax in the peaceful countryside, or visit nearby gardens. Overnight stay in a welcoming guesthouse.

After breakfast, you can choose between two different desert experiences.

The first option is a full-day camel trekking adventure. Either riding the camel or walking beside the caravan, you will travel deeper into the Sahara while your guide prepares lunch in a remote desert location. After several hours of exploration, you will return to the camp in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

The alternative option is to explore the wider desert region by vehicle. Visit the village of Khamlia, famous for its Gnawa musicians whose traditions originate from sub-Saharan Africa. Continue to Rissani, a historic desert town known for its lively market and ancient fortified villages.

In the afternoon, enjoy another camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes to watch the sunset before returning to your luxury camp.

Please note that during the hottest months of the year (May to September), camel trekking activities may be adjusted to ensure comfort and safety.

After breakfast, depart Merzouga and travel to Rissani, where you may visit the local market. Continue to Erfoud to observe how ancient marine fossils—evidence of a prehistoric ocean—are transformed into decorative stone products.

The journey then continues north through Errachidia and the beautiful Ziz Valley, known for its extensive palm groves. Lunch will be taken in Midelt, often referred to as Morocco’s “Apple Capital,” located in the Middle Atlas Mountains at an altitude of 1,508 meters beneath Mount Ayachi.

Continue across the Tizi-n-Talremt Pass toward Azrou, where you may encounter Barbary macaques living among the cedar forests—trees highly valued for their aromatic wood used in fine carpentry.

By early evening, you will arrive in Fes, one of Morocco’s most historic imperial cities. Your driver will escort you to your riad, marking the end of your five-day desert journey from Marrakech to Fes.