Leaving Fes after breakfast, the route heads toward Ifrane, known for its European-style architecture and cool climate. Often referred to as “Morocco’s Switzerland,” it offers a surprising contrast to the surrounding regions. Next, stop in the cedar forests near Azrou, where Barbary macaques roam freely among the trees. Continuing south, you reach Midelt, a town known for apple production, where you’ll have time for lunch.

The journey then crosses the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and follows the Ziz Valley, where palm groves stretch across the landscape, creating a striking green ribbon through the arid terrain. By late afternoon, you arrive in Merzouga, on the edge of the Sahara. Here, a camel ride takes you across the dunes, with a pause to watch the sunset from a high vantage point. Continue to your desert camp, where dinner is served under the stars. The evening includes traditional music around the fire before spending the night in a comfortable tent.