Overview :
6 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech to Fes across Morocco’s Sahara Desert. During these six days and five nights, you will see many magnificent sights. Included are the high Atlas Mountains, the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass, the Ait-Ben-Haddou Kasbah, and the city of Ouarzazate. In addition to the Amridil Kasbah, there are the Dades Valley and the Todra Gorges. Also, visit the Merzouga Sahara Desert. Ride camels, see stunning sunsets and sunrises, and spend the night in a desert camp. Explore the Sahara desert of Merzouga in a 4×4 automobile. You will also visit the Rissani traditional market and Erfoud, the fossil town. Then visit Morocco’s Switzerland, Ifrane, and the cedar forest, where the Barbary macaque lives. Finally, explore Fes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities. The 6 day tour from Marrakech ends in Fes
- Duration : 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Starting Location : Marrakech
- Ending Location : Fes
- Departure : Everyday
Tour Highlights :
- Traverse the majestic High Atlas Mountains and Tizi N'tichka pass.
- Discover the historic Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and the Berber village life.
- Stroll along the Todra oasis and explore the towering Todgha gorges.
- Experience a memorable camel ride amidst the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset.
- Spend the night under the starlit sky in a Merzouga Sahara desert camp.
6 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech to Fes Itinerary :
Day 1 :
Marrakech – High Atlas mountains – Telouat Kasbah – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate
The 6 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech to Fes begins with an early pick-up from the airport or your hotel in Marrakech. Then, drive across the magnificent High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass. Stops will be made for panoramic views of the stunning scenery. Then we visit Telouat’s Kasbah.
Following that, we will visit the famed Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. A fortified settlement designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The Kasbah has appeared in various movies, such as Gladiator, Alexander, and The Mummy. In addition, there are television shows such as Game of Thrones. Then we travel to Ouarzazate, well known as “The Gate of the Desert”. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel
Day 2 :
Ouarzazate – Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud -Merzouga Sahara
After breakfast, we will visit the Atlas Studio, where notable films have been shot, as well as the Taourirt Kasbah in Ourzazate. Then, drive southeast to Amridil Kasbah in Skoura, which is bordered by palm groves. Then continue to Rose Valley. Every year in May, the residents hold a Rose Festival when they sell their rose products, which range from perfumes, rose water, oil, and cosmetics. Then we travel through the Dades Valley, stopping at a viewpoint to take in the breathtaking scenery of the Dades Gorges. Then we continue to Todra Gorges, where the passage of the Todra River has cut out a spectacular canyon through the mountains, resulting in a steep red cliff-side gorge. Free time for lunch. Feel free to explore among the gorges and enjoy the beauty of the landscape.
at the afternoon, we arrive at the Sahara desert of Merzouga. You switch to camels to cross the sandy desert. A pause will be made for you to admire the spectacular sunset from the top of a high dune. Then go to the desert luxury camp, where you may listen to Berber drum music while dancing around the campfire beneath the huge open sky of stars. Dinner and stay at the campsite.
Day 3 :
Merzouga region – Nomads – Khamlia – Merzouga lake – Erg Chebbi – palm grove
Wake up early in the morning to enjoy the lovely sunrise in the middle of the desert. Free time for breakfast. Then you ride camels back to Merzouga, where the driver awaits. We dedicate the day to exploring the Merzouga region. The area contains numerous magnificent sights, including sand dunes, wild lakes, mines, fossil locations, and fabulous oasis. Which are perfect locations for a variety of outdoor sports.
Firstly, we begin our excursion in Merzouga by driving off-road to an ancient eyeliner mine. Then we pay the nomads a visit in their hand-woven tent. Drink Berber tea and learn about their way of life. Our next stop is Khamlia village, where you may enjoy Gnaoua music and dance performances. Its residents are from sub-Saharan African nations such as Mali, Sudan, and Niger. Free time for lunch at a restaurant. Following that, we take a stroll through a palm tree grove. Then drive a few kilometers to visit the wild lake of Merzouga, commonly known as Flamingo Lake. Dinner and overnight At a hotel.
Day 4 :
Merzouga Dunes – Erfoud – Midelt – cedars forest – Ifrane – Fes
After breakfast, we leave the desert to reach Rissani, Tafilalet’s old capital. Rissani remains an important trading center in the region, with a thriving souk on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. After a tour around Rissani souk, we continue to Erfoud and visit one of the fossilized marble workshops.
Following that, we travel down the Ziz River, stopping for a panoramic vista of the Ziz Valley. In Midelt, you have free time for lunch. Then we head to the cedar forest, where the Barbary Macaques live. Feel free to feed them while strolling through the forest. Following that, we visit Ifrane, which is known for its low temperatures, snow, and alpine-style residences. It’s no surprise that it’s known as Morocco’s Switzerland. Finally, we will leave you off to your Fes lodging.
Day 5 :
Guided tour sightseeing Fes
We will pick you up from your Fes lodging after breakfast to explore the city. In addition to being Morocco’s cultural and religious center, the city is regarded as one of its imperial cities.
We begin the day by visiting the Royal Palace Gate. Then there’s the well-preserved medieval Medina, which has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Blue Gate, also known as Bab Boujloud, marks the entrance to the old Medina. You will enter the Medina with a local guide. To visit the Medrasa Bouanania, the Najjarine Fountain, the Tanneries, and finally the Quaraouin Mosque and University, the world’s oldest university. Following that, we leave the Medina to explore the Jewish district known as “the Mellah”. Then we drive to a historic fortress with magnificent views of the Medina and Fes. Then return to your riad.
Day 6 :
Transfer to the airport
After breakfast, we pick you up for a small tour in the city of Fes, before we drop you off at the airport. End of the 6 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech to Fes.
What is Included and Excluded in Marrakech to Merzouga 3 days Tour :
Included :
- modern 4×4 or van driven by an English speaking driver/guide.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 1-night in a private room at the hotel/riad
- Dinner & Breakfast.
- Overnight in desert camp
- Camel Trekking in the Sahara Merzouga.
Excluded :
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Beverages
Important :
Bear in mind that this is just a tour itinerary suggestion, if it does not match what you are looking for, please do not hesitate to contact us We will organize a different itinerary based on your preferences and your stay duration. We offer customized and tailor-made tours and trips all around Morocco
Cancellation policy for the 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga :
For a full refund, kindly cancel your 3-day desert tour from Marrakech at least 7 days before the scheduled date. If the cancellation occurs within 7 days of your trip, the deposit becomes nonrefundable. Nevertheless, it remains valid for future use if you choose to reschedule. To initiate the cancellation process, please send us an email.
