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5 days from Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour

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Embark on a remarkable 5-day journey from Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga, traveling through the stunning landscapes of the Middle Atlas Mountains. Along the way, you’ll pass through charming Berber villages, dramatic gorges, lush palm groves, and picturesque green valleys, as well as explore ancient kasbahs. The highlight of the trip is the breathtaking Erg Chebbi dunes in the Sahara Desert, where you’ll enjoy a camel trek to traditional Berber tents. This itinerary also offers a unique opportunity to visit nomadic families and gain insight into the authentic desert lifestyle.

Departure & Return Location

Fes- Marrakech

 

Price Includes

  • Transportation in a modern, air-conditioned 4x4 or van
  • Pick-up service from your hotel or Riad in Fes.
  • 2 nights in a Desert Luxury Camp
  • Half Board: Includes 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners.
  • Guide in Ait Ben Haddou.
  • Camel trek in the Sahara Desert
  • Explore the breathtaking beauty of the Dades and Todra Gorges.

Price Excludes

  • Beverages
  • Entrance fees, if applicable
  • Lunches during the tour

5 days from Fes to Marrakech Highlights:

  • Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains
  • Visit Berber villages and explore their culture
  • Discover the stunning Ziz Valley and lush palm groves
  • Experience a camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Spend a night in a traditional Berber tent under the stars
  • Meet nomadic families and learn about desert life
  • Cross the dramatic Tizi n’Tichka Pass on the way to Marrakech
Fes To Marrakech Desert Tour 5 Days itinerary :

DAY 1: FES – CEDAR FORESTS AND MONKEY TROUPES OF AZROU – ZIZ VALLEY – MERZOUGA DESERT

After breakfast in your riad, you will leave towards the southeast following the Caravan roads to Merzouga. During this journey you’ll experience glimpses of the Middle Atlas and Higher Atlas mountains. Stopping at the Cedar forest, the largest one in Morocco, over the Middle Atlas Mountains – where you may well sight Barbarian apes. After lunch in Midelt, you will continue through the large open high desert, and notice how the scenery changes to reveal hints of the desert as you approach the city Er Rachidia. Your journey continues along the luxuriant Ziz Valley and the Tafilalet date palm grove, famous for date cultivation. This area is the foundation of the Alaouite dynasty – the current ruling royal family in Morocco. You’ll arrive at Merzouga at the end of the afternoon – to be welcomed with a glass of mint tea before you check in to your riad.

DAY 2 : MERZOUGA AREA – RISSANI MARKET – ERG CHEBBI – CAMEL TREK AND OVERNIGHT IN BERBER TENT

After breakfast in the riad you will start an explorative journey of the area. You’ll visit the Gnawa people – originally slaves brought from Sudan -to experience their music and lifestyle. Not far away there’s the lake of Merzouga, with its bird populations. You may also visit the souk in Rissani , a traditional town which was the origin of the ruling family in Morocco and the meeting place of the Caravans trading as far as Timbuctou in Mali. Here you will see a lot of men hooded and women veiled. Back to the village of Merzouga for some rest, in the afternoon you will mount your camel, guided by an experienced camel man to explore within the sand-sea of Merzouga. Overnight will be at our desert camp, where you will have your dinner. For your convenience, the camp is equipped with western bathrooms.

DAY 3 : MERZOUGA DESERT – TODRA GORGES – PALM GROVES OF TINGHIR – DADES GORGES

Early in the morning, your camel guide will wake you up to watch what well may be the best sunrise of your life. After sunrise you will trek back to the village of Merzouga. Enroute you couldn’t fail to appreciate the unique beauty of the spectacular Erg Chebbi sand dunes – changing with the light as the day progresses. After breakfast in your riad, you’ll leave for Rissani , Tinghir, and Todra gorges – the highest, narrowest gorges in Morocco. After lunch in the heart of the gorge we’ll drive through the Dades Valley, where you’ll see the majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations known as “monkey toes”. Overnight accommodation will be in a fancy hotel overlooking the Dades valley.

DAY 4 : DADES VALLEY – KASBAH AMRIDIL – PALM GROVES OF SKOURA – OUARZAZATE

After breakfast in the hotel we’ll drive through the Dades Valley towards Kalaat Mgouna and Ouarzazat. The route through Dades Valley is the way of the thousand Kasbahs – providing numerous opportunities to take some of your best photographic shots of the trip. We’ll stop at Kalaat Mgouna, “the rose city”, to purchase rosewater, which will make your linen smell good a long time after your trip is over. Continue to Ouarzazate via the Amridil Kasbah, one of the last Berber chieftains during the 18th century, now the Kasbah is a house of many Glaoui people. At night you will stop in Ouarzazat.

DAY 5 : OUARZAZATE – AIT BEN HADDOU KASBAH – ATLAS MOUNTAINS – MARRAKECH

After an early breakfast in the riad, we wtat our journey to reach the ksar (fortified village) of Ait Ben Haddou where we will visit the famous Kasbah (declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986). Famous films have been shot in this spectacular stage, including Gladiator , Obelix, The Mummy, The Jewel of the Nile, Sahara with Penélope Cruz, etc. After visiting the kasbah we´ll go to Marrakech, we´ll see Tizi Ntichka port,that. with 2.260m is the highest point in our country. We´ll enjoy beautiful landscapes from the viewpoints on the way and make some stops to take pictures of the berber villages, at the end of the afternoon and check in to your riad within the Medina. Overnight at riad.

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5 days from Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour
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5 days from Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour

What is included in the tour price?

The tour includes transportation, accommodation, camel trek, meals as specified in the itinerary, and a guided visit to key attractions.

What type of accommodation is provided?

You will stay in comfortable hotels or riads, and one night in a traditional Berber desert camp in the Sahara.

How long is the drive each day?

Driving times vary but typically range from 4 to 6 hours per day, with stops for sightseeing and rest.

Can I customize the itinerary?

Yes, the tour can be tailored to your preferences. Contact us for details.

How can I book this tour?

You can book online or contact us directly for reservations and further information.

2 Reviews
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Maria

Solo Traveller

The best way to experience Morocco’s beauty and culture. The desert camp was comfortable, and the stargazing was unforgettable. This tour exceeded all our expectations!

November 29, 2024

James

Solo Traveller

From Fes to Marrakech, every part of the journey was fantastic. The Todgha Gorges and Dades Valley were breathtaking, and the desert was even more beautiful than we imagined. We felt safe and well taken care of the whole time

September 19, 2024
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