4 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech
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Overview
The 4 days Fes Desert tour to Marrakech is an awesome chance to see the Moroccan incredible places. First, leave Fes city toward the little Switzerland of Morocco and meet the Barbary apes in Azrou’s Cedar Forest.
Second, reach the Merzouga Desert to experience the camel trek into the heart of the desert to commence an experience that everyone should do at least once in a lifetime which is camel trekking and overnight camping in the middle of nowhere.
Third, Explore Boumalne Dades Valley, Kalaat M’gouna known as the Valley of Roses, in addition to discovering the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a world heritage site of UNESCO since 1987.
Fourth, cross and enjoy the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi N Tichka pass. Finally, the tour ends in Marrakech.
Highlights
- Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of the Middle Atlas Mountains
- Visit the Switzerland of Morocco, Ifrane
- Meet the Barbary Apes in Azrou’s Cedar Forest
- Spend 2 nights in the Merzouga desert
- Contemplate beautiful sunrise and sunset
- Enjoy the starry open sky
- Enjoy Todra Gorges canyons
- Admire Boumalne Dades Valley
- Visit Valley of the Roses
- Visit the ancient Taourirt Kasbah
- Visit Ouarzazate’s Atlas Studios
- Visit Kasbah of Ait Ben-Haddou
- Enjoy the iconic views of the High Atlas Mountains
Itinerary of 4 days Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour
Here is the itinerary details of the 4 days tour from Fes to Marrakech:
Day 1: Fez - Ifran - Cedar Forest - Merzouga Desert
The 4-Day from Fez to Marrakech Desert Tour begins with a pick-up from your accommodation in Fez, then drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains to visit Ifrane town, known as the Switzerland of Africa or the city of the lion also considered one of the cleanest cities in the world.
The next village will be Azrou “the rock”, a Berber village known for its crafts, carpets, and wood carvings, in addition to Azrou and explore the cedar forest, home to Barbary macaques. After a free time for lunch in Midelt, we head toward the Desert passing through the Tizi Talghemt pass at an altitude of 1,907 meters.
Finally, reach the Sahara desert to commence an experience that everyone must do at least once in a lifetime, a camel ride to the heart of the Sahara Desert, contemplating one of the best sunsets ever, as well as spending the night in the middle of the desert in a Berber tent camp under a starry, open sky.
Day 2: Merzouga Desert - Nomadic Families - M’fis Mines
Do not miss the beautiful sunrise at the heart of the dunes of Erg-Chebbi. After breakfast, you will return with camels to the village to start another adventure with a 4×4, which will be a different day to explore the area of Erg-Chebbi, visit the mines of kohl (Mifis) Mrdani, discover nomadic families lifestyle, visit Tisrmdin, an area where the Rally Dakar passed at the time when it passed through Morocco.
In addition to visiting Khamlia village; home of Gnaoua people that are originally from sub-Saharan countries such as Niger, Mali, and Sudan. In this place we will taste the food of the gastronomic tradition of the nomads, this gastronomy is very rare to find in other places, we are referring to the popularly known as “Berber pizza”, after free time for lunch, we head toward Hassilabied to visit the palm grove. Accommodation with dinner and breakfast in the riad/hotel.
Day 3: Erg Chebbi - Todra Gorges - Rose Valley - Ouarzazate
After breakfast, we leave the Desert and head to the Moroccan Hollywood, Ouarzazate passing through Tafilalt, Rissani, and Ksar of Touroug, framed by spectacular scenery. After lunch, we head toward the Todra Gorges; beautiful canyons famous for rock climbers and hiking, you will have free time to stroll in the Gorges enjoying the breathtaking views.
Furthermore, Boumalne Dades Valley, Kelaat M’Gouna known as the Valley of the Roses, and every year usually on the 1st week of May a festival of roses takes place, in which the locals show their rich culture, for example, the Ahidous dance.
Finally, upon arrival in Ouarzazate, you will visit the Taourirt Kasbah, which was the residence of the Pasha of Marrakech. Accommodation with dinner and breakfast at the riad/hotel.
Day 4: Ouarzazte - Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech
After breakfast at the hotel, we commence the last day of the tour toward Marrakech with the option to visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben-Haddou declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Then, we will continue to the great city of the Pasha of Marrakech to visit his palace located in Talouet Kasbah.
Later, we drive through the road of the curves known as Tiz-n-Tichka pass (2260m), which means “road of the pastures” which offers spectacular panoramic views with a multitude of colors on the plain of Haouz.
Finally, upon arrival in Marrakech, the tour ends with a drop off in your Riad/Hotel or Airport. End of the 4 Days Tour
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4-day Tour Fes to Marrakech price
Price Includes
- Private transportation
- English-speaking driver during the tour
- Car fuel
- Accommodation
- Camel ride per person
- Night in the desert camp
- 1 Night in Ouarazate
- Sandboard
- Guided tour in Ait Ben-Haddou
Price Excludes
- Meals and beverages
- Flights
- Tips (optional)
- Entrance to monuments
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course, it is, Morocco is classified as one of the safest countries in the world thanks to the country has low crime rate, and the fact that its citizens give more value to tourists, local people are known for their warm hospitality. Also, the government is always active in protecting the interests of tourism as it is one of the main sources of Morocco’s income.
Citizens of the United States, Japan, the European Union, and Australia, do not need a visa to visit Morocco, citizens of other countries should consult either the ministries of foreign affairs of their countries or the consulates or embassies of Morocco in their countries of origin, also if you wish, and with pleasure, if you contact us we will inform you about it.
Passport with a minimum expiration date of six months. And be very responsible to ensure that you have a valid international passport with a minimum validity of 6 months. It is the traveler’s responsibility to make sure that all documents such as passport, visa, airline, or boat ticket will be fulfilled before traveling to Morocco.
