3 Days Fes to Marrakech desert tour

This whirlwind 3-day journey from Fes to Marrakech desert tour showcases the best of the south of Morocco, including a Desert, Cedar forest, Ziz valley, and a Camel ride at the Erg Chebbi. Shift to Marrakech via Todra Gorges and Dades, Visit Ait Ben Haddou kasbah, and Enjoy the road of atlas mountains.

Explore  The vast areas of sand and arid mountains that cover a large portion of the country have many options for a fun-filled trip. Different tours are designed to highlight each specific region with experiences including camel or horse riding, swimming in natural springs, stopping at quaint villages, and watching incredible sunsets against deep red-colored dunes. This desert tour from Fes will end in Marrakech.

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3 Days Fes desert tour Highlights

• Take in the stunning sights and sounds of the road trip to Merzouga.
• Ride a camel through the Sahara desert.
• Spend an unforgettable night under the stars at a magical desert camp
• Take a trip to exotic Marrakech to enjoy winding roads and stunning scenery.
• Stroll through the streets of the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and take in the beautiful view of the surrounding landscape.

Itinerary

Day 1- Travel from Fes to Merzouga via the Cedar forest and Ziz valley.

Fes to Marrakech desert tour

Welcome to Fes! After meeting your tour guide at your accommodation or airport, you will journey to Merzouga via Cedar forest, Where you can meet Berber apes and take lovely pictures. Along the way, you will pass through Zaida and Midelt, with a stop for lunch in the ‘apple city’. Near the city, you will reach the middle atlas mountains and Ziz valley, stopping at the second-largest palm groves in Morocco.

The next stop on your Fes to Marrakech Desert adventure is at Erfoud, The gate of the Sahara desert. Famous for its impressive collection of fossils, this is the perfect place to see how these ancient rocks are turned into beautiful decorations. A short drive to the dunes of Erg Chebbi will take you to your next mode of transportation: a private camel ride! Enjoy the Desert view and the beauty of the sunset while on this unique journey. Your first night in Morocco will be an unforgettable experience at desert Camp. You’ll be treated to a luxurious dinner under the stars in the desert, and enjoy the enchanting sounds of Berber music around the campfire.

Day 2- Rissani and Todra Gorges and Dades.

Todra Gorges

Wake up early to enjoy a stunning sunrise atop the sand dunes before testing your sandboarding skills. After that, take the camel ride back to your 4×4 and continue through Rissani, exploring its souk before heading to Tinghir via several Berber villages. Finally, reach Todra Gorge, 300 meters deep with stunning red rocks. Take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque Todra River and you’ll find plenty of opportunities to relax and take in the natural beauty of the area. Leave to the stunning Dades Gorge for the second night and stay in a charming local riad or hotel.

Day 3- Ouarzazate, Ait Haddou Kasbah, end in Marrakech

Ait Ben Haddou

This is your last day of touring the desert From Fes to Marrakech. Today, you’ll be covering a lot of ground as you head from Dades to Ouarzazate to discover the Film Atlas studio. You’ll continue on to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait ben Haddou kasbah.

The Kasbah is a magnificent group of earthen buildings, surrounded by high walls. It’s a traditional pre-Saharan habitat that will give you plenty of free time to explore and take amazing photos. Lunch will be provided, so be sure to be ready for an exciting drive adventure through the Atlas mountains (duration 5-6 hours).

Stop at the top of the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (7,415 feet or 2,260 m) to take in the breathtaking view of the mountain range. Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon and reflect on the amazing journey you’ve just completed from Fez to Marrakech desert camping.