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3-Day Todgha, Erfoud, Merzouga, Fez Tour From Marrakech
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Culture, Desert

  • Duration

    3 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    Arabic, English, French

Description

Cherish this trip with narrow street walks in medinas and views of the unique architectures of Ksar buildings. Further, visit traditional Berber settlements, the fortified village of Ait Benhaddou and end with camel rides on Erg Chebbi sand dunes. 

Highlights
  • Explore Marrakech, a former imperial city
  • Visit Todgha Gorges, a series of limestone river canyons
  • Walk around Erfoud, an oasis town in the Sahara Desert
  • Go to Merzouga, known as a gateway to Erg Chebbi
  • Embark on Fez, known as the country’s cultural capital
  • Day 1- Marrakech expand_more
    • Start driving from Marrakech. This drive will be through the High Atlas mountains, cross Tizi n'Tichka pass(highest zigzag road pass in Morocco). If interested, stop in between to enjoy/photograph landscapes views. This pass is also the gateway to the Sahara desert. 

    • Stop at the World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou. This is a fortified village, and also has been used as a backdrop for filming may movies including Gladiator, The Mummy etc. View the famous Ksar houses here - a group of earthen buildings surrounded by high walls and a classic example of South Moroccan architecture. 

    • Have lunch and then proceed on to see the Berber villages before arriving at Boumalene Dades, a small town. Stroll by cultural symbols and handicrafts in the shops and houses here. 

    • Next, stop at the famed Rose Valley of Morocco. During spring, this whole valley is covered with pink flowers, which makes it an ideal time to also witness their rose festival. 

    Overnight stay in a hotel.

  • Day 2- Todgha - Erfoud - Merzouga expand_more
    • Leave for Merzouga, where the highest sand dunes of Morocco are located. 

    • After one hour and a half driving, arrive at the Todgha gorges. Go for a small walk with the tour guide to enjoy the views. 

    • Continue driving towards the Sahara desert and stop at Tinejdad city for lunch.

    • Proceed towards Erfoud, an oasis town in the Sahara desert. In the nearby areas,  come across sights of varied rock and fossil formations. 

    • Move on towards Tafilalt, one of the largest Saharan oasis in Morocco. Pass by through small Berber villages, before arriving at Merzouga. Here, ride a camel towards Erg Chebbi sand dunes. 

    • Spend a night in a Berber camp with dinner under stars and some local music.

  • Day 3- Fez expand_more
    • Opt for camel rides for perfect sunrise views. 

    • After a shower and breakfast, leave for Fez, a northeastern Moroccan city and also known as the cultural capital of this country. On the way, pass by Rissani, Errachidia and Midelt. 

    • Have lunch.

    • Then continue on towards Fez. Take pictures of wild monkeys on Cedarwoods along the way. 

    Drop back at the hotel.

What's Included
  • Marrakesh To Fez Via Erg Chebbi- 3, 4 & 5 Day Desert Tours, Camel treks

  • Private A/C Vehicle, 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser or Deluxe Van for selected tour + fuel

  • English-speaking driver-guide during the tour

  • Pick up & drop off at accommodation

  • En suite rooms with A/C in hotels, Kasbahs & Riads with dinner and breakfast (vegetarians are welcome)

  • Overnight camel trek in nomad desert bivouac with the guide (private tents)

  • Free time to explore the sites such as Ait Benhaddou, Kasbah, Canyons or breaks for photos

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 10 USD 90 Per Person

This is a group tour

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USD 90 / person