Private 3 Days Marrakech to Fes Tour via Merzouga

5.0 (30 reviews) Marrakech, Morocco
Duration3 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Journey from Marrakech to Fes on a scenic 3-day desert tour, showcasing Morocco’s breathtaking landscapes and rich culture. Traverse the Atlas Mountains, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, and explore the vibrant markets of Rissani. Experience camel trekking across the stunning Merzouga dunes and spend a night under the stars in a luxury desert camp. This tour combines comfort and adventure, making it perfect for families and cultural enthusiasts alike.

- Visit iconic sites including Ait Ben Haddou and Todra Gorges.
- Enjoy camel rides and a magical sunset in the Sahara.
- Stay in comfortable accommodations, including a luxury desert camp.
- Transport provided in a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver.

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3 Days Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour via Merzouga

Pickup included

2 to 3 Travelers Private Tour

Pickup included

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Night in a Luxury Desert Camp, with private Bathrooms
  • Dinner
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 1 Night in an Excellent Riad
  • Breakfast
  • Sand Boards available at the Camp
  • Camel Ride ( Camel per Person ), Or Transfer Via a 4x4 as an alternative
  • Lunches

What to expect

Day 1: Marrakech - High Atlas mountains - Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate - Rose Valley - Boumalne Dades
  1. Marrakech
    5m
    The 4 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour starts with an early pick up from the airport or your accommodation in Marrakesh

    + If Your accommodation is not accessible by Car, the driver will meet up with you at the nearest parking lot or at Jamaa El Fan Square

    + Pick up at 8:30am
  2. High Atlas Mountains
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Drive through the fascinating High Atlas mountains, and Tizi-N-Tichka pass at an elevation of 2,260 metres (7,415 ft) above the sea level (this is also indicated on a sign at the top of the pass). Stops will be made for panoramic views of the breathtaking landscapes And Berber Villages
  3. Ksar Of Ait-Ben-Haddou
    40m · Admission ticket not included
    Continue to visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. A fortified village recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, and a former caravan stop between the Sahara and Marrakesh. The Kasbah has appeared in many movies including : Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy…etc. And also TV series including Game Of Thrones
  4. Ouarzazate
    40m
    Ouarzazate “The gate of the desert. visit the Atlas Studio from outside, where famous movies were shot, and also visit Taourirt Kasbah

    + Entrance fee to Atlas Studio is 8€ per person ( A guide will be provided to walk you through the filming sets while providing essential infos ) - The Studio Tour will be in a group as it is organized by the Studio
  5. El Kelaa M'gouna
    10m
    A Rose Festival is held annually in May, in which the flowers blossom, during that time the locals offer their rose products, from perfumes, rose water, oil, to cosmetic products

    If you are traveling in a the off season, the driver will make a stop at a rose cooperative, to have glimpse of what the locals do
  6. Boumalne Dades
    Pass by
    Arrive in Boumalne Dades, depending on schedule you might visit more places in the Dades valley, which your Hotel / Riad is located
Day 2: Boumalne Dades - Todra Gorges – Erfoud -Merzouga Sahara (Camel Ride + Overnight in a luxury Camp )
  1. 30m · Admission ticket not included
    After breakfast, enjoy the spectacular landscape of Dades Valley. Then we continue to Todra Gorges, the course of Todra river has carved out a grand canyon through the mountains, free time to stroll in the Spectacular Canyon
  2. Fossiles d'Erfoud
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Visit one of the Fossil Factories and Learn about fossils dating back hundreds of millions of years
  3. Merzouga Desert
    Pass by
    Arrive in the afternoon in the Merzouga Desert. Leave the car and switch to camels and cross the Sahara to you Camp. A stop will be made for you to enjoy the spectacular sunset on top of a high dune. Then continue to your luxury camp, where you can enjoy the Berber drums music while dancing around the campfire, under vast open sky of stars

    + The Luxury Tent has private bathroom, and hot running water
Day 3: Merzouga Desert – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Cedars forest – Ifrane – Fes
  1. Errachidia
    5m
    Depart from the desert, then Drive along the Ziz river, stop for a panoramic view of the Ziz valley.
  2. Midelt
    40m
    Lunch Break, it can be in Midelt or nearby cities, depending on when you would like to stop for lunch
  3. Azrou Cedar Forest
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    We continue to cedars forest, where the Barbary Macaques / Monkeys live . Feel free to feed them while wandering in the forest
  4. Ifrane
    10m
    Visit Ifrane, famous for its alpine-style houses, low temperature and white winters, that is called the Switzerland of Morocco
  5. Fez
    Pass by
    Finally, the tour ends with a drop off at the airport or your accommodation in Fes

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
End point

Anywhere in Fes, that's accessible by car

Pickup details

We can pick you up from any location, as long as it is in Marrakech or its surroundings

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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