3 days Marrakech to Fes desert trip itinerary:
DAY 1 : MARRAKECH – AIT BEN HADDOU – DADES GORGE
We aim for an early departure for our 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour, heading south towards the High Atlas Mountains. At the scenic Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass (altitude 2260m) we briefly stop for coffee and a visit to the Argan oil cooperative. Continuing on through the changing landscape of south Morocco, we stop for lunch at the UNESCO World Heritage site Ait Ben-Haddou, the most famous kasbah in Morocco. Leaving Ait Ben Haddou we continue south to Skoura, an oasis town where ancient kasbahs are surrounded by vast palm groves. From here the route takes us through Kalaat M’Gouna in the Valley of the Roses with an opportunity to sample the many cosmetic products crafted from the abundant roses. We will continue to the Dades Gorge where dinner and accommodation is arranged in a riverside hotel.
DAY 2 : DADES GORGE – TODRA GORGE – MERZOUGA
After breakfast, we head for the stunning natural formations of Todra Gorge where we take a short walking tour of dramatic rock walls rising up to 300m. Departing the gorge, we head further south to the desert dunes of Merzouga. Here we enjoy the traditional welcome of mint tea before swapping four wheels for four legs as we camel-trek to Erg Chebbi – the highest sand dunes in North Africa. Arriving in time for an unforgettable sunset, a traditional tajine dinner and evening entertainment is provided by your nomadic hosts. You are invited to enjoy the sound of typical Berber drumming around the fire or simply to gaze at the ceiling of stars in the pristine desert sky before bedding down in your traditional Bedouin encampment.
DAY 3 : MERZOUGA – IFRANE – FEZ
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart Merzouga traveling north through the picturesque Ziz Valley and the Middle Atlas Mountains on the road to Fez. En route, we cross the Grand cedar forests of Azrou where lucky visitors can feed the wild Barbary apes in their natural habitat. We will continue to Ifrane, a high-altitude town known as the ‘Switzerland of Morocco’ for its high-altitude and Alpine climate, and finally arrive in Fez in the evening time.
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SERVICES INCLUDED:
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN 3 DAY DESERT TRIP:
• Collection from Marrakech (from your airport or hotel as required)
• Private transport by air-conditioned vehicle
• Fuel cost for the entire trip
• 3 nights accommodation (breakfast and dinner included)
• Experienced, multilingual guide/driver
• Camel excursion and desert camping in Merzouga
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN 3 DAY DESERT TRIP:
• Air travel to and from Morocco
• Lunches and drinks
• Entry fees to monuments/museums
The above itinerary is intended as a guideline only. We are happy to amend the schedule to suit your interests, budget, or travel dates. Please do not hesitate to contact us for free quotations and to discuss your requirements.