Marrakech to Fez via Merzouga Desert 3-Day Morocco Tour

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3 days (approximately)
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Marrakech to Fes desert tour is the most sought-after desert trip. Take the scenic drive through Morocco’s Sahara desert to connect between the two imperial cities. This desert safari requires at least 3 days to enjoy it to the most. The distance between Marrakech and Fes is 530 Km. Drive past ancient Kasbahs, Berber villages, meet the nomads, and spend the night in a camp. To sum it up, Marrakech to Fes desert tour is a can’t miss adventure.

What's Included

Hotel pickup & drop-off (hotels inside marrakech only)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Lunches on the way
Personal expenses
Guide at Kasbat Ait Ben Haddou ( 2€ (20MAD) per person – Optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up from your hotel/riad

OR
Meeting point
Hôtel Restaurant Café de France

Our start point is infront of Hôtel Restaurant Café de France at Jemaa el-Fna.

End point
Fes

Your estimated time of arrival to Fes is 19h00, and your shared 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes will come to an end with a drop off at your hotel/riad or the nearest accessible point to your hotel/riad.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Marrakech - Ti'zin Tichka - Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou - Dades Valley.

    4 stops
  • 1
    Marrakech

    Your budget 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes (Via Merzouga) will start early in the morning.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Tizi n Tichka

    We depart Marrakech at 07h30 AM to Kasbah Ait Ben Hadou through Tizi Ntichka pass and the high Atlas Mountains. Numerous stops will be made along the way.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou

    Visit the UNESCO world heritage Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, which was also served as a set for various Hollywood blockbusters.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Dades Gorges

    After lunch, we drive to Boumalne Dades via the Valley of the Roses before we reach our hotel Le Chateau Du Dades or Panorama(Depend on availability) located in Dades Valley.

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Dades Valley - Gorge of Todgha - Merzouga

    2 stops
  • 5
    Todra Gorge

    After breakfast at the hotel, you will then leave to the Todgha Gorges, which are naturally constituted high limestone cliffs that have been hollowed out for millennia. This wonderful site is also the delight of climbing enthusiasts.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Merzouga

    After lunch, the journey will continue to the fascinating dunes of Merzouga. It is a village that marks the beginning of the Sahara. At this stage, vehicles will be replaced by camels to enjoy a traditional camel ride for 1hour. You will cross the dunes and admire the sunset and the colours in perpetual evolution. After a traditional dinner with Berber rhythms, you will spend the night under the stars in a nomad tent in the middle of the desert.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Merzouga - Midelt - Ifran - Fes

    4 stops
  • 7
    Merzouga Desert

    After an early breakfast, and a camel rides back to the main road where you will meet your driver and vehicle, After these joyful moments, You will leave for Errachidia through Erfoud, Aoufous and the Ziz valley and then stop to overlook the Aoufous oasis in the Tafilalte region.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Midelt

    We continue to Midelt through the TiziN’talghamt pass and have lunch.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Ifrane

    After lunch, you will be taken to Fez (the medieval city) through the cedar forest near Azrou and the Middle Atlas mountain, with the possibility of seeing the Berber apes (monkeys). You can make a stop in Ifrane before reaching Fez.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Fez

    Leave in Fes. And don't forget to wish you a safe trip and some good times with us throughout your life. Your 3-days desert tour will end in Fes at about 20h00.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Multi-day Tours
Extreme Sports
Bus Tours
4WD Tours
Pack Animal Tours
Adventure Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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