3-Day from Fes to Marrakech A Memorable Moroccan Adventure

5.0 (6 reviews) Fez, Morocco
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Duration3 days
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LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 100 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on a mesmerizing 3-day journey from Fes to Marrakech, venturing into the mystical Sahara Desert. Immerse yourself in the culture as you meet locals and partake in an authentic desert excursion. Brace yourself for camel rides through the Erg Chebbi dunes and a night under the stars at a desert camp. View the sunrise and sunset over Erg Chebbi, traverse the majestic Middle Atlas Mountains to Merzouga, and trek from the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech.

Experience Morocco's Magic: 3-Day Journey from Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara Desert. Camel rides, starry nights, and stunning landscapes await. Book your adventure today.

What's included

  • Drop off at your Marrakech hotel or the closest accessible point to your riad if not car accessible
  • Second night at Luxury Riad Dades OR Similar (Private A/C ensuite room)
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • First night at a Sahara desert camp in Erg Chebbi (Private tent) At your Preferred type
  • Sunset & Sunrise Camel Ride + Sand boarding in Erg Chebbi
  • A/C modern 4×4 or van driven by an English speaking driver/guide
  • Tipping (Optional)
  • Drinks / Lunches

What to expect

Day 1: Fes » Azrou (Cedar forest) » Midelt » Erfoud » Merzouga (Night in Desert Camp) [467 Km]
  1. Fez
    30m
    After an early breakfast at your hotel or riad in Fez, your English-speaking driver/guide will pick you up as early as possible, 07h00 AM in winter time and 08h00 AM in summer ( that will allow you enough driving time to catch the sunset in Erg Chebbi ).
  2. Ifrane
    10m
    Our journey will commence in Fes and take us through Ifrane, a French-built winter ski resort from the 1930s modeled after a Swiss village.
  3. Azrou Cedar Forest
    15m · Admission ticket included
    As you continue your journey, you will traverse the cedar forest in Azrou and have an opportunity to spot monkeys. Your drive will take you through the Middle Atlas Mountains, characterized by scenic winding roads through forests, springs, rocky terrain, and Berber villages. You will then descend towards the Sahara Desert after a full day of navigating the breathtaking Atlas Mountains.
  4. Midelt
    1h
    During your trip, you will make a stop for lunch in Midelt, a town renowned for its fossils and rocks. Midelt is located halfway to your destination. After lunch, you will continue your journey towards Merzouga along the road.
  5. 15m
    After lunch, you will continue your journey, crossing the Ziz River and passing by towering palm trees and fortified Kasbahs on your way to Erfoud.
  6. 16h · Admission ticket included
    Take a break to admire the breathtaking view of a massive palm tree oasis, then proceed to reach Merzouga in the afternoon. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with mint tea and your guide, who will introduce you to your camels. They will then lead you on a 1-hour camel ride across the picturesque sandy dunes of erg-Chebbi, where you will experience the breathtaking sunset. Upon reaching the desert camp, you will spend the night in a traditional Berber tent. Here, your camels will be secured and you will be served with mint tea. After a delicious dinner, spend the night stargazing before retiring to bed.
Day 2: Merzouga » Todra Gorges » Dades Gorges (255 km]
  1. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Admire the sunrise and ride the camel to the camp lodge to enjoy an early breakfast.
  2. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy the stunning views offered by Toudra Gorges and a beautiful walk-in Toudra Valley.
  3. Dades Gorges
    16h · Admission ticket included
    Join Dades through the road of Thousand Kasbah and Roses Valley. Overnight, dinner and breakfast are included.
Day 3: Dades » Ouarzazate » Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah » Marrakech (315 Km]
  1. 40m · Admission ticket included
    Following breakfast, you will embark on a drive through the Valley of the Roses, en route to Kalaa Mgouna.
  2. 10m · Admission ticket included
    Make a photography stop to admire the views of Atlas Studios.
  3. Ait Ben Haddou
    1h
    Take the opportunity to visit the renowned Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, which has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  4. 15m
    Journey across the massive Atlas Mountains and admire the stunning landscape from the top of Tizi N'Tichka Pass, the highest pass in North Africa.
  5. Marrakech-Safi
    30m
    Arrive in Marrakech, the Red City and Morocco's second-largest city, in the early evening. Your drop-off will be at your accommodations or the nearest accessible location.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to the front of Hotel Batha, You will find our driver waiting for you and have your full name, you will have his WhatsApp number in advance.

End point

We will drop you at the nearest point to your accommodation if it is not accessible by car.

Pickup details

We will contact one day before your trip with the exact time and pick up point.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • 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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