Marvelous 3 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech
Overview
This tour will take you on a discovery journey of the beauty of Morocco and deep into its true culture. We help our clients have a unique experience full of energy and a good vibe. Admire magnificent scenery and delicious food from a North African icon. Discover why Morocco is one of the most distinctive places on earth and known for its warm hospitality and friendly people. We plan unforgettable vacation experiences everywhere, including desert excursions from Fes to Marrakech, and we can customize the itinerary to suit your interests and needs.
Highlights:
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- Start your tour from the oldest city of Fes
- Drive via the beautiful Middle Atlas Road
- Stop feeding the Barbarian Monkeys at the well-known Cedar Forest
- Cross several Berber Villages called Ksoura
- Experience camel trekking and desert camp in Merzouga
- Walk over the hiking site of Toudgha Gorges
- Travel via the Thousands Kasbahs Road
- Stops wherever it’s possible for memorable moments
- Visit the Famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
- Explore the African Studio ‘Ouarzazate’
- Cross the impressive Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Arrive in Marrakech where your tour ends
Itinerary: 3-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech
Day 1: Fes – Azrou – Middelt – Merzouga
On the first day of your Tour from Fes to Marrakech, you’ll rise into the Middle Atlas Mountains, a genuinely magnificent region of the world, after rising early for breakfast in Fes. This portion of our tours will take up the majority of the day as it winds through stunning, lush forests, past craggy rock faces, and through Berber villages. After that, you’ll head downhill into the Sahara desert and stop for lunch in Midelt, a town well-known for its stunning stones and ancient fossils.
Proceeding along scenic mountain roads with views of the meandering Oued Ziz. You will travel through palm groves and kasbahs with our Desert Tours crew. After that, we moved in the direction of Er-Rachidia, a city colored by adobe, and arrived in Merzouga late in the afternoon. Following a short period of relaxation, our staff will assist you in mounting your camel for a breathtaking excursion across the Sahara Desert, one of the most breathtaking and hostile regions on earth. After traveling for roughly two hours, you will witness a desert sunset before setting up camp in Erg Chebbi’s dunes. sleeping beneath a sky full of thousands of stars while in a traditional nomadic tent. This night is sure to be unforgettable, with food and Berber music provided by your guide.
Day 2: Merzouga – Rissani – Dades Gorges
On the second day, you’ll get up early to witness the panoramic sunrise over the dunes before riding a camel to return to Merzouga. You will proceed towards Erfoud and the Todra Gorges beyond it after breakfast. You’ll see nomads going about their daily lives as you travel. Once there, you can ascend the 300-meter-tall gorges for a great vantage point over the picturesque river valleys. Our route takes us through these same valleys and into Morocco’s southeast. After that, our desert tours take you past Tamnalt Hill’s unique rock formations and into Dades Gorge, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 3: Dades Gorges – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
On the last day of our tours, your group will travel through the High Atlas Mountains to the historic town of Ouarzazate. Go off-road in your 4WD for roughly 25 km. After that, you’ll come upon caverns inhabited by formerly settled tribes, and finally, one of the most exquisite and aromatic cities on earth.
Take the Road of One Thousand Kasbahs to arrive at Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a fortified and UNESCO World Heritage site. Then, you will continue through the Skoura Palm Oasis. After that, you’ll reach Morocco’s Valley of Roses, home to the roses used to make most of the perfume used worldwide. Next, to Ouarzazate, which is referred to as Africa’s Hollywood. where many popular movies were shot, such as Gladiator, Jesus of Nazareth, and Lawrence of Arabia. Next, you should tour the city and look for any hidden treasures. After that, traverse the High Atlas, and in the afternoon, be dropped off at your hotel or riad. End of our 3-Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech.
what's included
- Private A/C Vehicle, 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser or Minibus for the selected tour + fuel
- English speaking driver during the tour
- Pick up & Drop off at your Marrakech accommodation
- rooms with A/C in typical hotels, Kasbahs & Riads with dinner and breakfast (Vegetarians are welcome)
- Sunset camel Trek to overnight in nomad desert camp with camel driver (Private tents)
- Free time to explore the sites such as Ait Benhaddou, kasbah, Walks, Canyons, Breaks for photos,..Etc
what's excluded
1. Lunch between 5-15 euro
2. Beverages
3. Optional activities
4. Personal expenses