3-Day Desert Journey from Marrakech to Fes via Ait Ben Haddou and Merzouga
Highlights
Merzouga, Marrakech, Fez
photography, sightseeing, Desert
Private Tour
3 Days
Easy
English
Description
Embark on a breathtaking 3-day desert journey from Marrakech to Fes that showcases the best of Morocco's natural beauty and cultural heritage. Traverse the winding roads of the High Atlas Mountains, stopping at scenic viewpoints and Berber villages along the way. Discover the historic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the backdrop for many Hollywood films. Wander through the cinematic city of Ouarzazate and the lush Dades Valley before reaching the towering Todra Gorges. Experience the magic of Merzouga as you ride camels into the heart of the Sahara Desert, where you will enjoy traditional music and stargazing at a desert camp.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Travel from Marrakech to Dades Valley via Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate
- Begin the journey from your hotel or Riad in Marrakech in the early morning.
Drive through the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains.
Make several scenic stops for panoramic views and photographs.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, famous for being a filming location for many Hollywood movies.
Continue to Ouarzazate and explore Atlas Film Studios and Kasbah Taourirt.
Proceed through the Valley of Roses toward Boumalne Dades.
Arrive in the Dades Valley and check in to your accommodation.
Enjoy dinner and spend the night at your lodge.
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Day 2: Travel from Dades Valley to Merzouga via Todra Gorge
- Begin the day with breakfast and enjoy panoramic views of the Dades Valley.
Visit surrounding mud-brick villages and green plantations.
Drive to Todra Gorge and take a short walk to admire the towering canyon walls.
Continue the journey through Touroug and Tinjdad with a stop for lunch.
Reach Merzouga in the afternoon, gateway to the Sahara Desert.
Embark on a one-hour camel trek across the dunes to reach the desert camp.
Witness a stunning sunset from the top of the dunes.
Enjoy a traditional dinner followed by Berber music under the stars.
Spend the night in a desert camp.
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Day 3: Travel from Merzouga to Fes via Ziz Valley and Ifrane
- Wake early to watch the sunrise over the Sahara dunes.
Return to Merzouga by camel and have breakfast at the hotel.
Drive through the Tafilalet Oasis, visiting Rissani and Erfoud along the way.
Continue through Ziz Valley with scenic stops for photographs.
Stop in Midelt for a relaxing lunch break.
Visit the Cedar Forest near Azrou and observe Barbary macaques in their natural habitat.
Explore Ifrane, a picturesque town known for its European-style architecture.
Arrive in Fes in the evening and transfer to your hotel, concluding your desert adventure.
What's Included
What's Excluded
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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