3 Days Morocco Desert Tour | Marrakech to Fes

A 3 Days Morocco Desert Tour

Embark on a captivating 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, traversing the enchanting Sahara Desert. Over these 3 days and 2 nights, you'll explore a multitude of remarkable destinations, including the majestic Atlas Mountains, the historic Ait-Ben-Haddou Kasbah, the vibrant city of Ouarzazate, the rugged Dades Valley, and the awe-inspiring Todra Gorges.

Your adventure also leads you through the captivating Merzouga Sahara Desert, where you'll encounter quaint Berber villages and experience the thrill of camel rides deep into the heart of the desert. Immerse yourself in the enchanting spectacle of Sahara sunsets and sunrises.

Your journey includes visits to the bustling Rissani traditional market and the fascinating fossil town of Erfoud. You'll explore the Moroccan equivalent of Switzerland, Ifrane, known for its scenic beauty and alpine-style architecture, and venture into the cedar forest, home to the indigenous Barbary macaques. Your incredible journey culminates in the vibrant city of Fes, where the tour reaches its conclusion.

Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Roses Valley – Dades Valley

Your memorable 3-day Morocco Desert tour from Marrakech to Fes via the desert commences with an early pick-up from either the airport or your Marrakech accommodation. As we venture into the captivating High Atlas Mountains, you'll be treated to awe-inspiring views from the Tizi-N-Tichka pass. Along the way, we'll pause to take in panoramic vistas of these breathtaking landscapes.

Next, we'll visit the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a fortified village recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This remarkable site has graced the silver screen in numerous films such as Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, and TV series like Game Of Thrones.

Continuing our journey, we'll arrive at "The gate of the desert," Ouarzazate, where you'll have leisure time for lunch. Afterward, we'll make our way through the expansive palm grove of Skoura, ultimately reaching Boumalne Dades.

Overnight : Dades Valley

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Dunes – Camel Trekking – Overnight in a Luxury Camp

Following breakfast, we'll proceed through the Dades Valley, pausing at a vantage point overlooking the valley to soak in the grandeur of Dades Gorges. Our journey then takes us to Todra Gorges, where the Todra River has sculpted a magnificent canyon with imposing red cliffs.

You'll have the opportunity to explore the gorges at your leisure and savor the beauty of the landscape. Afterward, we'll traverse the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad, with a break for lunch along the way.

In the afternoon, we'll arrive at the Merzouga Sahara desert, where you'll transition to camels for a transfer across the sandy dunes. A stop will be made for you to witness the enchanting sunset from atop a towering dune. As night falls, we'll reach the luxury desert camp, where you can revel in the rhythms of Berber drum music, dance around the campfire under the expansive starry sky, and enjoy a sumptuous dinner.

Overnight : Erg echbbi - Tiziri Camp

Day 3: Merzouga Dunes – Erfoud – Midelt – Cedars Forest – Ifrane – Fes

On the final day of our 3-day Morocco desert tour Marrakech to Fes, you'll rise early to behold the mesmerizing sunrise amidst the desert's tranquility. After breakfast, you'll return to the kasbah in Merzouga on 4WD transfer, where your driver will be waiting.

We'll bid farewell to the desert and make our way to Rissani, an ancient capital of Tafilalet. Rissani continues to be a bustling trading hub, particularly lively on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.

After strolling through Rissani's vibrant souk, we'll journey to Erfoud, where you'll have the opportunity to visit one of the workshops specializing in fossilized marble. Our route will then follow the Ziz River, with a stop for a panoramic view of the Ziz Valley and a lunch break in Midelt.

Continuing our adventure, we'll venture into the cedars forest, home to the Barbary Macaques. Feel free to interact with these intriguing creatures as you explore the forest. Next, we'll visit Ifrane, renowned for its alpine-style houses, snowfall, and low temperatures, earning it the moniker "Switzerland of Morocco."

Ultimately, your tour concludes with a drop-off at the airport or your Fes accommodation, marking the end of your remarkable 3-day trip from Marrakech to Fes.

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