5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes
5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, passing through the high Atlas mountains, Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, and exploring the desert landscapes and valleys. During this 5 day desert tour, you will experience an amazing sunset and sunrise in the desert, enjoy the local food in an open space and under the stars, and listen to the local music offered by the Berber around the fire. After that, you will head to Fes passing through Ziz Valley and the Middle Atlas mountains
Tour itinerary: 5 Days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Benhaddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
Today, we will begin our 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes 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 – Toudra Gorges – Alnif – Tafraout Sidi Ali
This morning, we depart from the Dades Valley and head toward the Todra Gorges. Along the way, we can admire the numerous kasbahs and the unique scenic beauty of each one. A well paved road leads from the town of Tineghir to the gorge and onward to the Sahara Desert. The landscape is spectacular, with local residents living in adobe villages scattered throughout the area.
The Todra Gorges are a favorite destination for rock climbers. After a short walk through the gorges, you’ll have free time to enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, we will continue our 5 days desert tour to Tafraoute Sidi Ali. Upon arrival, we’ll check in at the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3: Tafraout Sidi Ali – Ramlia – Ouzina dunes – Khamlia – Merzouga desert
After breakfast, The journey will begin traversing across some very diverse landscapes. We take the trail through sand rivers, villages lost in nothingness, Nomad camps, and dry lakes until we reach the Ouzina desert, A magnificent place, accessible only by off-road tracks, Later partaking in a visit to Khamlia, A truly unique Gnawa village, just before reaching Merzouga Dunes. Ride the camels and spend the night stargazing in a desert camp.
Day 4: Merzouga desert– Arfoud – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Boulaajoul
After breakfast, leave the Merzouga desert towards Midelt passing through Arfoud, a town known for its rich fossil and 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.
Overnight in Boulaajoul.
Day 5: Merzouga desert– Arfoud – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Boulaajoul
Departing from Boulaajoul, travel through the High Atlas Mountains, making your way to Azrou. Here, you’ll visit the ancient cedar forests, famous for the monkeys that inhabit the area. Continue your journey to Ifrane, often referred to as “Little Switzerland” due to its charming European-style architecture and peaceful surroundings. End your 5 days desert tour.
5 Days from Marrakech to Fes Included & Excluded
What's Included:
- Private 4WD car
- Driver/Guide (Multilingual)
- Car fuel
- 1 Night in a Desert camp (Dinner & breakfast )
- 3 Nights in Hotel or Riad (Dinner & breakfast)
- Camel Ride in the Desert
- Sandboarding in the Dunes
What's Not Included:
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Monument ticket
5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes
BOOKING:
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