10 Days Morocco Desert Tour From Fes Overview :
10 Days Morocco Desert Tour From Fes. This 10-day, 9-night journey will take you to a variety of breathtaking locations. To begin, you will take a guided tour of Fes and visit Morocco’s Switzerland, Ifrane, as well as the cedar forest. Then drive along the spectacular Ziz River.
Following that, we arrive in Merzouga, a Sahara desert. You can ride camels and spend the night in a luxury camp in the desert. Enjoy the stunning sunsets and sunrises in the Sahara. Also included is a 4×4 drive over the Sahara Desert. In addition, you will visit the Rissani traditional market and Erfoud, a fossil village. Then go to the Todra gorges, Dades gorges, and the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.
Cross the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass. Marrakech and Essaouira sightseeing. Furthermore, explore Morocco’s largest city, Casablanca, and its capital, Rabat. Then there’s Meknes, an imperial city, the Roman ruins of Volubilis, and Chefchaouen, a blue city. Finally, the tour concludes in Tangier.
- Duration : 10 Days / 9 Nights
- Starting Location : Fes
- Ending Location : Airport
- Departure : Everyday
10 Days Morocco Desert Tour From Fes Highlights :
- Visit the Archeological Site of Volubilis
- Stop at Azrou cedar forest and see Barbary Apes
- Traverse the majestic High Atlas Mountains and Tizi N'tichka pass.
- Discover the historic Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and the Berber village life.
- Visit the Hassan 2 Mosque in Casablanca
- 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.
10 Days Morocco Desert Tour From Fes Itinerary :
Day 1: Fes Arrival - guided tour sightseeing Fes
The 10 Days Morocco Desert Tour From Fes begins with a pick-up from the airport or your lodging in Fes. Then we spend the day exploring Fes’ highlights with a local guide. 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. You will visit the Blue Gate, also known as Bab Boujloud, which is the entrance to the old Medina. You’ll enter the Medina to see the Medrasa Bouanania, the Najjarine Fountain, and the Tanneries. Finally, there is the Quaraouin Mosque and University, the world’s oldest university.
After that we leave the Medina to visit the Jewish quarter also known as “the Mellah”. In the afternoon, we drive to an ancient fortress for panoramic view of the Medina and the city of Fes. Finally, return to your Riad.
Day 2: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz valley – Merzouga
After a delicious breakfast, we drive south through Imouzzer to Ifrane. The city is famous for its low temperatures, snow, and alpine-style architecture houses–it’s no surprise that it’s known as Morocco’s Switzerland.
Then we head to the cedar forest, where the Barbary macaques live. Feel free to feed them while strolling through the forest. Later, we will continue to Midelt, where we will have some free time for lunch. Then we drive to Merzouga via the Tizi-n-Tilghmt Pass and the Ziz Valley. Stops will be made along the trip to enjoy panoramic vistas.
Day 3: Explore Merzouga region – Nomads – Khamlia – Merzouga lake
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.
First, 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 – Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
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 to visit one of the fossilized marble workshops. We next drive via Touroug and Tinjdad palm fields to reach the Todra Gorges.
The course of the Todra River has cut out a magnificent canyon through the mountains, resulting in a steep red cliff-sided canyon. These gorges are perfect for rock climbing. Feel free to roam through the gorges and enjoy the scenery. Free time for lunch at a restaurant.
Then we continue to the Dades valley, through Boumalne Dades. Inevitable stops at the “monkey fingers” rock formation. And on a spot atop a mountain overlooking the Dades valley. Finally, dinner and overnight in a hotel.
Day 5: Dades Valley – Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech
After breakfast, we continue our journey to Kalaa Magouna to see the Rose Valley. The Rose Festival takes place in May. Locals sell a variety of rose items, including perfumes, rose water, oil, and cosmetics.
We then drive through the palm orchards of Skoura. Later, we arrive at Ouarzazate, also known as the Desert Gate. We will go to the studios where great movies were shot.
We leave to 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. And TV shows like Game of Thrones.
Then we head to Marrakech. Driving across Tizi-N-Tichka Pass and the High Atlas Mountains. Stops will be made for lunch and to take photographs at noteworthy locations. Stay overnight in a Riad in Marrakech.
Day 6: Guided tour sightseeing Marrakech
After a hearty breakfast, we will see the highlights of Marrakech with a native guide. The city is recognized as one of Morocco’s four imperial cities. The visit includes the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, and the Ben Youssef Quranic Mosque. And a tour around Morocco’s largest traditional souk.
Free time for lunch in Jemaa El-Fna Square. Later, you’ll see the Koutoubia mosque, Marrakech’s largest, as well as the Majorelle Garden. Finally, get to your lodging.Feel free to explore Jemaa El-Fna on your own.
Day 7: Marrakech – Essaouira
After breakfast, we head west to Essaouira city. On the route, we’ll stop to observe Argan trees, goats, and panoramic vistas. Essaouira, previously Mogador, is one of Morocco’s major coastal cities.
The city is well-known for its diverse seafood offerings, stunning beaches, and surfing. We will see the fishing harbor, the medieval ramparts with cannons, and the old Medina. Finally, get to your hotel. Stay overnight in Essaouira.
Day 8: Essaouira – Casablanca – Rabat
Following breakfast, the 10 Days Morocco Desert Tour From Fes continues to Casablanca. We depart Essaouira and drive along the coast to Casablanca, Morocco’s economic center.
We will visit the Hassan II Mosque, Morocco’s largest mosque, as well as Casablanca Cornish. Lunch break. Then drive to Rabat, Morocco’s capital city. Spend the night in Rabat.
Day 9: Sightseeing Rabat the capital – Chefchaouen
After breakfast, we will explore Rabat, one of Morocco’s royal cities and modern capital. It is located on the Atlantic coast, northwest of Morocco. You will tour the city’s highlights, including the Hassan Tower, Mohammed V’s Mausoleum, and the Kasbah of Oudaya.
Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, we go north through Ouazzane to the Blue City of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. The city is famed for its blue-painted houses and lanes. Overnight stay at a hotel
Day 10: Chefchaouen – Tangier airport
On the final day of your 10 Days Morocco Desert Tour From Fes, depending on your flight time, you will have free time to meander through the magnificent lanes of the Blue City.
Then we drive through the Rif Mountains to Tangier. Finally, we will drop you off at the airport. This marks the end of the tour.
What is Included and Excluded in 10 Days Morocco Desert Tour From Fes :
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 :
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