3 Days Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour
Overview
Discover the best of Morocco on this 3-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech. Journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains, the lush Ziz Valley, and the golden Erg Chebbi Dunes of Merzouga. Enjoy a memorable camel trek, spend the night in a traditional Sahara Desert camp, explore the spectacular Todra Gorge and Dades Valley, then cross the High Atlas Mountains and visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah before arriving in Marrakech.
- Duration : 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Start From : Fes
- Departs : All Year Round
- Hotels : 4 & 3 Stars
- Arrival : Airport (Fes)
- Availability : Everyday
Highlights
- Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains
- Visit Azrou cedar forest
- Sahara Camel trek excursion
- Overnight desert camp
- Free time to walk in Todra gorges
- Visit UNESCO Hiritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou
Included / Exclude
- Pick Up: From Your Accommodation Or Airport
- Drop Off: At Your Accommodation Or Airport
- Air-conditioned minivan or 4WD Fuel included
- Professional driver/Driver (Multilingual)
- Official art historian guide
- Bottled water
- You can stop everywhere to take photos
- 1 Night in Hotel (Dinner & Breakfast)
- Camel Ride in Desert
- Sandboarding in Dunes
- 1 Night in Desert (Dinner & Breakfast)
- Soft drinks
- Lunches
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities.
- Personal expenses on the itinerary
Itinerary
Your 3-Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel or riad in Fes. Travel through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane, the “Little Switzerland of Morocco,” before continuing to the Cedar Forest of Azrou, where you may encounter the famous Barbary macaques.
Continue to Midelt for a relaxing lunch, then drive through the breathtaking Ziz Valley, renowned for its lush palm groves and panoramic oasis views. By late afternoon, arrive in Merzouga, the gateway to the majestic Erg Chebbi Dunes.
Enjoy an unforgettable camel trek across the golden Sahara as the sun sets, leading you to a traditional Berber desert camp. After a warm welcome, savor a delicious Moroccan dinner, gather around the campfire for live Berber music, and spend a magical night beneath the stars in the heart of the Sahara Desert.
Wake up early to witness a breathtaking Sahara sunrise over the golden Erg Chebbi Dunes before enjoying breakfast at the desert camp. Return to Merzouga by camel or 4×4, where your driver will be waiting to continue the journey.
Travel through the scenic desert landscapes, passing traditional Berber villages and the ancient irrigation system of Tinjdad before arriving at the spectacular Todra Gorge, one of Morocco’s most impressive natural wonders. Enjoy time to stroll through the towering canyon, where cliffs rise up to 300 meters, and stop for lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, continue along the famous Road of a Thousand Kasbahs toward the beautiful Dades Valley, known for its dramatic rock formations, lush oasis, and winding mountain roads. After visiting the iconic Monkey Fingers rock formations and the panoramic viewpoint overlooking the valley, check in to your hotel, where you’ll enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, depart from the beautiful Dades Valley and travel along the famous Road of a Thousand Kasbahs toward Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Sahara” and Morocco’s cinema capital. Continue to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most famous fortified village, where you’ll have time to explore its ancient kasbahs and enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon, cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, stopping along the way to admire breathtaking panoramic views and traditional Berber villages. Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon, where your 3-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel or riad.
We sincerely hope you have enjoyed your tour with us and that you leave Morocco with wonderful memories to cherish for a lifetime.
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