Morocco Desert tour from Fes to Marrakech 3 days. The 3 days & 2 nights private tour starts in Fes. In this desert tour to explore the most fascinating places in Morocco including: Fes, Ifrane, Cedar Forest, Ziz Valley, Merzouga Desert, Todra Gorges, Dades valley Ouarzazate, Kasbah ait ben Haddou, Atlas Mountains, Marrakech. Start the tour in Fes driving to Ifrane the little switzerland of Morocco, then continue to visit the Cedar forest where the the Barbary Macaques lives. Also drive through the middle Atlas Mountains and take in the spectacular views of Ziz Valley.
Additionally, experience the camel ride in the desert and spend a night in desert camp under the stars. Also witness the stunning sunset and sunrise. Moreover, visit Rissani Market and marvel at majesty of the Gorge of Todra, and wander through the alleys of the UNESCO-listed fortified kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. Finnally, cross the High Atlas Mountains arriving at the red city of Marrakech where the tour ends by dropping you off at Menara Marrakech Airport or your accommodation.
The 3 days Tour from Fes to Marrakech will begin with an early pick-up from your accommodation Hotel/Riad or airport in Fes. After that, our desert adventure begins with a scenic drive to Ifrane. This charming city known for its famous lion sculpture, snowy winter weather and Swiss architecture. Next, we’ll traverse the Middle Atlas Mountains to reach the Cedar Forest of Azrou, here you’ll encounter some Barbary macaques monkeys and enjoy the beauty of the area.
Afterward, we’ll make our way to Midelt for a lunch break. After lunch, we’ll drive along the Ziz Valley with thousands of of palm trees making our way to the Sahara Desert.In the afternoon, we reach the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. Ride your camel and traverse the golden dunes, catching the stunning sunset atop a high dune.
After sunset, you’ll continue to your desert camp, relax and get ready for dinner. After dinner, you’ll get entertained as you gather around the campfire, listening to the Berber drums music and dancing under a vast sky packed with millions of stars.
Waking up early to watch the sun rise over the dunes is something you must do. After breakfast, you will have the option to return by camel or 4×4 to Merzouga. We’ll leave the Sahara Desert and head to Rissani, which was the ancient capital of Tafilalet and is still a major commercial center in the region, with a vibrant market on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.
Afterward, we’ll visit Todra Gorge the views here are beautiful, and marveling at these huge canyons that seem to reach toward the sky (300m) is unreal. After enjoying a walk by the Todra river and refreshing the water, we’ll continue our journey to the Dads Valley. On the way you can observe the famous Monkey Fingers rock formations, formed by the forces of wind over time. We’ll then conclude the day with a comfortable stay at the hotel.
This morning, we’ll continue by driving from Dades Valley to explore the charming town of Kalaat M’gouna. The locals love the spring season and celebrate with a rose festival held every May. Next, we’ll traverse the vast palm groves of Skoura, enjoying the natural splendor of the landscape. Here in Skoura, you’ll visit the historic fortified Kasbah of Amridil, an ancient fort that represents the Berber heritage and dates back to the 17th century.
Afterwards, we drive to the city of Ouarzazate, also referred to as the Hollywood of Morocco. Along the way, we pause briefly to admire the timeless allure of the 17th-century Kasbah of Taourirt, capturing some memorable photos. For film enthusiasts, you can request that your guide to stop for an optional visit to the renowned Atlas Studio, one of the largest film studios globally.
After that, we then head towards the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou, a legendary village steeped in fame as the backdrop for epic cinematic movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After lunch, we drive through the winding Tizi N’tichka pass (2260 meters). Enjoying the breathtaking views of the majestic High Atlas Mountains. Finally, we’ll arrive in Marrakech. Your driver will drop you off either at the airport or your accommodation. This marks the end of your Fes to Marrakech 3 days desert tour with us. Until we meet again, safe travels.
By choosing a private 3 days from Fes to Marrakech you’ll have the freedom to tailor your journey as you wish, according to your unique desires and preferences. So if the tour doesn’t align with your expectations, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
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We had an incredible 3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech, thanks to Moroccan Tours! From the moment we contacted Hamid and everything was perfect. Our guide was friendly and also incredibly knowledgeable. The itinerary was perfect covered many beautiful places, and our night in the desert was unforgettable enjoying the desert silence, starlit sky, and Berber hospitality. Choosing My Moroccan Tours was the best decision we made; they ensured we felt comfortable the entire time. If you’re considering a trip to Morocco, don’t hesitate—go with with this company. You absolutely won’t regret it!