Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
This is your perfect short trip to combine the two fascinating cities of Fez and Marrakech in a short time, but with a lot to discover. From northern Morocco over the middle atlas to the desert, and further over the high atlas mountains to bustling Marrakech – such a lot to see and discover!
Visit a local Berber family and learn about Nomadic life in the southern Morocco
Ride a camel in Erg Chebbi to reach your desert camp
Spend the night at a Standard Desert camp (shared toilet- and shower-facilities)
Explore Todra Gorges and Dades Gorges
Visit the legendary world heritage site of Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and Taourirt Kasbah
Explore the old Telouet Kasbah together with a local guide
Cross the fantastic Views of High Atlas Mountains with its pass of Tizi N'Tichka
What's included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Camel ride in Merzouga
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou
Breakfast
Parking Fees
Flights
Lunches, drinks
Personal expenses
Gratuities
What to expect
Day 1: Fez - Ifrane - Midelt - Erfoud - Merzouga Desert
Ifrane
30m
We start our journey early in the morning and head for the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop for a coffee in Ifran, also known as «Switzerland of Morocco» with its chalet like houses.
Middle Atlas Mountains
Pass by
From here we are heading south through several typical villages and you will have the opportunity to spot nomad families living in their tents along the road.
Midelt
1h
After our lunch in Midelt we continue our drive and enjoy panoramic views crossing the Tizi N' Talghoumt pass.
Erfoud
10m
In Erfoud, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the valley of the river Ziz lined with thousands of date palms.
Erg Chebbi
14h
Now we’re almost at the dunes! After arriving in Merzouga, you will experience a one hour camel ride to reach the desert camp while the sun sinks down behind the dunes. Enjoy your evening dining in a berber tent, look for shooting stars at the camp fire and sleep in nomad tent!
Wake up by the first strays of light to watch the sunrise over the sahara before you enjoy your typical breakfast. We return on the camel's back or 4x4 to the village of Merzouga
Rissani
45m
In Rissani we will have the opportunity to visit the local market with the «donkey parking» and have a look at some fossils outside the city.
Todra Gorge
30m
After lunch break, we will follow the road along the river to reach the gorges of Todra, where you can take a short but spectacular hike between the up to 300 m high rock walls.
Dades Gorges
12h
Before arriving at our Riad for the night in the Dades valley, we head to Boumalne Dades where you can make some nice pictures of the special rock formations which look like monkey hands. Dinner and overnight at a riad in Dades.
Day 3: Dades Gorges - Rose Valley - Ouarzazate - Aït Ben Haddou - High Atlas - Marrakech
Skoura
Pass by
Today we will see a lot of different landscapes on our way to Marrakech. Admire the views of the Valley of a thousand Kasbahs and the famous Valley of Roses along the road.
Taourirt Kasbah
45m · Admission ticket not included
In the desert city Ouarzazate, also knows as «Hollywood of Morocco»,you can explore the acient Kasbah of Taourirt, which was built in the Glaoui dynasty.
Ksar Of Ait-Ben-Haddou
1h
A little outside of Ouarzazate lies Aït Ben Haddou, the fortified clay city with its numerous ksars and kasbahs, where several famous movies such as Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven and Prince of Persia have been shot. This photogenic city is also listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Telouet Kasbah
45m · Admission ticket not included
We continue through beautiful mountain landscapes until we reach Telouet. This fortress was occupied by Thami el Glaoui before he was expelled by independence efforts. One section has unfortunately disintegrated into red sand, but you can still visit the beautiful rooms with mosaic tiles and wood carvings.
High Atlas Mountains
Pass by
Afterwards, we pass the High Atlas mountains over the Tizi n’Tichka pass with scenic views along the road and many opportunities to take photos.
Marrakech
10m
Evening arrival in Marrakech at your Riad or Hotel.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Please wait in the reception area of your accommodation.
Pick up at the airport Fes-Sais (arrivals) or at meeting point in front of the Hotel Bab Boujloud
Pick ups at AirBnB's/private residences not possible
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
