Desert Adventure: From Fes to Marrakech
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Description
Cross the heart of Morocco: from the mountains to the golden dunes.
Embark on a spectacular 3 days journey from the cultural city of Fes to vibrant Marrakech. Along the way, you’ll experience the dramatic beauty of the Middle Atlas, the vast Sahara dunes of Merzouga, the stunning Todra Gorge, and the cinematic kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. This short yet immersive tour is perfect for travelers seeking authentic desert experiences and breathtaking landscapes.
Highlights
- Journey through the cedar forests and alpine towns of the Middle Atlas
- Ride camels across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset
- Spend a magical night under the stars in a luxury Sahara desert camp
- Explore the dramatic canyons of Todra Gorge and the fertile Dades Valley
- Visit the legendary Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Cross the scenic High Atlas Mountains via Tizi-n-Tichka Pass
Included
- Private transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional driver/guide
- Accommodation: 1 night in a hotel or Riad, 1 night in a luxury desert camp
- Camel ride in the Sahara dunes
- 2 Dinners & 2 Breakfasts
- Guided visit to Ait Ben Haddou
Excluded
- Lunches and beverages
- Monument entrance fees
- Personal expenses & tips
- Travel insurance
Itinerary
Begin your desert journey with a scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in Ifrane, nicknamed the “Switzerland of Morocco,” then continue to Azrou, where you’ll encounter cedar forests inhabited by wild Barbary macaques.
Enjoy lunch in Midelt, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery, before crossing through the Ziz Valley and arriving in Erfoud, a town known for its fossils and desert landscapes.
As the sun begins to set, hop on a camel trek into the stunning Erg Chebbi dunes. Watch the desert glow at sunset, then settle into your luxury desert camp, where a traditional dinner, live Berber music, and a sky full of stars await.
🍽 Meals Included: Dinner
🐫 Camel Ride at Sunset
🏕 Accommodation: Luxury Desert Camp
Rise early to catch a spectacular Sahara sunrise. After breakfast, return to Merzouga and begin your journey west through the desert landscapes.
Visit the dramatic Todra Gorge, a natural wonder of towering red cliffs and a crystal-clear stream. Enjoy a walk through the gorge and lunch nearby before continuing to the Dades Valley—a region of rugged canyons, oasis villages, and striking rock formations like the “Monkey Fingers.”
Check into a charming hotel nestled in the valley and unwind with dinner in this tranquil setting.
🍽 Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
🚗 Transportation: Private Vehicle
After breakfast, drive through the Valley of Roses and the palm groves of Skoura, known for its scenic kasbahs. Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, a legendary ksar (fortified village) and filming site for movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Explore the narrow alleyways and ancient earthen structures with a local guide.
Then cross the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass, winding through the High Atlas Mountains with panoramic views at every turn. By late afternoon, arrive in Marrakech, where your desert odyssey concludes.
🍽 Meals Included: Breakfast
🚗 Transportation: Private Vehicle
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