- Marrakech
- 4 Days / 3 Night
4 days Desert tour Marrakech to Fes
4 days tour from Marrakech to the Sahara desert, through the High Atlas mountains via Ouarzazate. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Ouarzazate “the Hollywood of Africa” and stop for pictures next largest studio in Africa “Atlas studio”. Taourirt Kasbah. Roses Valley. Dades valley, down to Merzouga desert, Camel trekking. overnight in Berber tents in the middle of the dunes, tour around Erg Chebbi to see Nomads. Berber villages. will be heading towards Fes passing through Erfoud, Ziz Valley, Midelt, and Azrou where we will explore the Cedar Forest, Ifrane the Moroccan Switzerland, middle Atlas mountains, down to Fes.
Tour itinerary: 4 Days desert tour to Fes from Marrakech
4 day trip itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Benhaddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
After we met at the place that we had agreed upon. we will begin our 4 days from Marrakech to the southeast through the High Atlas via Tizi-n-Tichka pass, with a far-reaching overview from the mountains, heading to the ancient High Atlas Berber villages. Then we will visit the Ait Benhaddou village, the fortified ksar with its beautiful Kasbahs. This Kasbah has served as a natural decoration for many movie producers since the 1960s. Once you get to Ait Benhaddou, then you have lunch at one of the restaurants of the Kasbahs. After, we continue our tour to Dades valley. Overnight at Hotel or Riad.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga desert
Today morning, we leave Dades valley towards Todra gorge. From here, we can appreciate the great number of kasbahs and the scenic characteristics of each one. A very good asphalt road leads up the valley from the city of Tineghir to the gorge; and then, to the Sahara desert. The scenery is spectacular, local people live in the area and can be seen in their adobe villages.
The Gorges are popular among rock climbers, after a short walk in the Todra gorges, you will have free time for lunch in a village before reaching Erfoud, you will visit a local fossil craft workshop. After that, we continue to the captivating Merzouga desert, where you will ride the camel and spend the night in a desert camp, Berber drums around the bonfire await you after dinner.
Day 3: Erg Chebbi – Nomads – Khamlia Village – Merzouga
Wake up early morning, to catch the beauty of the sunrise in the desert. then, ride camels back to the place where you will meet your driver, start a tour around the desert, and visit Nomad families and Gnaoua village Khamlia. Where we will be entertained with authentic instruments. After spending a worthwhile moment with Gnaoua, Here you will have a traditional Berber Pizza. Then, we drive to your Hotel or Riad, overnight.
Day 4: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Azrou – Ifrane – Fes
After breakfast, leave Merzouga desert towards Fes passing through Oasis palm grove. The biggest in the world, we will see thousands of palm trees along the 20km of road, this way leads us to the Ziz valley, which river comes down from the high Atlas and feeds the palm grove. We a stop in Midelt (the capital of Apple), just in the heart of the Atlas, and we have free time for lunch. After lunch, we drive to continue the way further south passing by several towns. then, Azrou where we will have a stop at the famous cedar forest, the largest in Morocco to see Barbary apes. Then, Ifrane the Moroccan Switzerland down to Fes, end of the 4 days from Marrakech to Fes.
4 Days itinerary From Marrakech to Fes Included & Excluded
What's Included:
- Private Transport: 4×4, Minibus, bus, / air-conditioned vehicles
- Driver/Guide (Multilingual)
- Car fuel
- 2 Nights in Hotel or Riad (Dinner & breakfast)
- 1 Night in a Desert camp (Dinner & breakfast )
- Camel Ride in desert
- Sandboarding
What's Not Included:
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Monument ticket
MARRAKECH TO FES DESERT TOUR 4 DAYS
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4 Days Marrakech desert tour to Fes Highlights
- Tizi-n-Tichka Pass: A breathtaking drive through the High Atlas Mountains, offering panoramic views and a chance to see traditional Berber villages.
- Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this iconic fortified village has been a backdrop for numerous films and offers a glimpse into ancient Moroccan architecture.
- Dades Valley: Known for its dramatic landscapes, including the famous “Monkey Fingers” rock formations and picturesque kasbahs.
- Todra Gorges: Towering limestone cliffs create a stunning natural setting, popular among hikers and rock climbers.
- Erfoud: A town famous for its fossils, where you can explore workshops dedicated to this ancient craft.
- Merzouga Desert: Experience a camel trek into the Sahara, culminating in a night under the stars at a desert camp with Berber music around a bonfire.
- Erg Chebbi Dunes: Witness the sunrise over the vast dunes, a truly magical experience.
- Nomad Families: Visit local nomadic communities to learn about their way of life in the harsh desert environment.
- Khamlia Village: Discover the unique Gnaoua music and culture, enjoying traditional performances and a taste of Berber pizza.
- Ziz Valley: Drive through this lush valley, lined with thousands of palm trees, and enjoy the striking contrast with the surrounding desert.
- Midelt: A mountain town known as the “Apple Capital,” offering a pleasant stop for lunch and rest.
- Cedar Forest in Azrou: Home to Barbary apes, this is the largest cedar forest in Morocco and provides a refreshing change of scenery.
- Ifrane: Often referred to as “Moroccan Switzerland” for its alpine-style architecture and cool climate, it’s a charming stop on the way to Fes.
