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Drive from Fez through cedar forests and High Atlas passes to the Merzouga dunes on a private 5-day luxury tour. Expect kasbahs, camel treks, starry desert nights and film-set Ouarzazate.
Drive from Fez through cedar forests and High Atlas passes to the Merzouga dunes on a private 5-day luxury tour. Expect kasbahs, camel treks, starry desert nights and film-set Ouarzazate.
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Operated by RMT Tours · Fez, Fès-Meknès
The road peels away from Fez at dawn, rivers of asphalt threading through cedar forests and High Atlas passes until the land opens into waves of ochre sand. By late afternoon you’re watching light march over the Erg Chebbi dunes as camels kneel like patient sentries; night drops cold and the stars become a close, glittering map.
moderate.
5 days (approx. 120 hours).
Suitable for travelers with average fitness who can handle short dune climbs, camel saddles, and long drives between stops.
This private itinerary typically starts with pickup in Fez and concludes with drop-off in Marrakech, covering Merzouga and Ouarzazate en route.
The itinerary includes one luxury desert camp night in a tent with mattresses, blankets and dinner under the stars; other nights are in riads or hotels.
Most stages involve several hours of driving; the private car and frequent stops help, but consider mobility and motion-sickness needs when booking.
Standard travel documents and any required visas depend on your nationality; check government advice and routine vaccinations before travel.
This route follows historic trans-Saharan caravan corridors; kasbahs like Ait Ben Haddou were strategic stops for trade and administration.
The Sahara’s fragile ecosystems and scarce water supply mean visitors should minimize waste, avoid off-track driving on dunes, and support local-run camps and lodges.
RMT Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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