3 Day Trip

From Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara Desert

Overview:

This is a fantastic itinerary! The route from Fes to Marrakech is widely considered the ultimate Moroccan road trip because it showcases the country's incredible geographic diversity - from alpine forsts to sand dunes and rocky canyons.
Fes to Marrakech via the  Desert. This iconic route takes you from the "Spiritual Capital" Fes through the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert, ending in the "Red City".

 

🗓 Duration: 3 Days / 2 nights
📍Start: Fes

🚩End: Marrakech
🛌Accommodation: Hotel, Riad, Desert Camp
🚙Transportation: Mini Van
🎒Tour: Privat and Groups
€  Price: In offer provided 

DAY 1: FES - IFRANE - AZROU - ZIZ VALLEY - MERZOUGA (The Sahara Desert)

• Morning: Early departure from Fes. Your first stop is Ifrane, known as "Little Switzerland", famous for its European-style architecture and cleanliness.
• Afternoon: Continue to the Cedars Forest in Azrou to see the wild Barbary Macaque monkeys. Enjoy lunch in Midelt, the "Apple City".
• Evening: Cross the Tizi n'Talghamt pass and drive through the lush Ziz Valley, home to thousands of plam trees, until you reach Merzouga.
• The Highlight: A sunset camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes to reach your desert camp.
• Accommodation: Spend the night in a traditional Berber tent under the stars, featuring dinner and live "Gnawa" music around a campfire. 

DAY 2: MERZOUGA - TODRA GORGES - DADES VALLEY

• Morning: Wake up early to witness a breathtaking Sahara sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, visit Rissani (a historic market town) then head toward Tinghir.
• Afternoon: Explore the Todra Gorges, massive limestone canyon walls that are a paradise for walkers and climbers. 
• Evening: Travel along the "Road of a Thousand Kasbahs" toward the Dades Valley.
• Accommodation: Stay in a hotel or a traditional Riad in Boumalne Dades or Kelaat M'Gouna.

DAY 3: DADES VALLEY - QUARZAZATE - AIT BEN HADDOU - MARRAKECH

• Morning: Pass through Kelaat M'Gouna (Valley of the Roses) and head to Quarzazate, known as the "Hollywood of Africa". You can visit the cinema studios or the Taourirt Kasbah.
• Afternoon: Visit the Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the backdrop for movies like GLADIATOR and GAME OF THRONES. 
• Evening: Cross the Hight Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2'260m altitude), stopping for panoramic views of Berber villages. 
• Arrival: Reach Marrakech in the evening (usually between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM). 

Tour & Details 

What’s Included:

• Airport pick up and drop off regarding your offer.
• Privat modern vehicle van or minibus depending on your group size  (A/C) with professional multilingual driver or an english speaking tour guide, other languages available upon request.
• Fuel and road tolls.
• 2 nights of accommodation (Mix of Riads, Desert Camp and Hotels).
• Daily Breakfast; Dinners included in Merzouga and Dades. 
• Camel trekking in Merzouga.
• Sandboarding

What’s Excluded:

• Flights: International or domestic airfare.
• Lunches and all beverages.
• Dinners in cities (Fes and Marrakech ect.).
• 4x4 desert excursion in Merzouga
• Entrance fees to monuments and museums..
• Travel insurance, personal expenses and tips.

Customizable Extras & Activities:

Enhance your 3-day Moroccan journey with these additional experiences. Please let us know during your booking if you would like us to arrange any of the following:

During the Desert Expedition:

• Romantic dinner arrangements or desert proposal setups.
• Off-road adventures: Quad biking or Buggy driving in the dunes.

Essential Travel Information:

• Dietary Needs: Please mention any specific requirements (e.g., vegan or vegetarian) when booking.
• Lunch Breaks: Our guides select reputable restaurants known for quality and freshness. If you have a specific preference, we are happy to accommodate your choice.
• Flexible Routing: This tour can also be booked in reverse.
• Alternative Durations: is also possible.

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