3 days desert from Fes to Marrakech. Shared Group
Tour Overview
Enjoy a 3-day desert excursion to appreciate the spirit of the desert, with an indescribable starry sky in the heart of the dunes of the Sahara desert. Experience a camel trek to discover the desert dunes and the Berber lifestyle. This desert tour is also ideal for those of you who fly to Fez and leave Marrakech (or vice versa). The trip can be done for 2 nights and 3 days, but we recommend taking at least 3 nights and 4 days. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Fes to The Sahara + Camel Trek
Location: Fes
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We continue our journey onwards from Fes to Ifrane, through hills blanketed in forests of cork oak and giant cedar, where a few Barbary apes still call home. Passing through the Middle and High Atlas ranges, we will catch our first glimpse of Southern Morocco’s unique architectural style and stop for lunch overlooking a breathtaking view of the dramatic peaks of the High Atlas rising behind the town of Midelt. As we descend into the desert plains, the view changes from dramatic mountain peaks to an expansive oasis punctuated by countless Ksours (fortified villages), which then give way to a vast stony plain that marks the edges of the Sahara. As the mid-day sun wanes, we will mount our camels and trek into the pink sands of the Moroccan Sahara; here, we will have ample free time for you to explore and take in the beauty and vastness of the desert dunes. Once the sun sets, a Moroccan dinner will be served alongside live music around the campfire, after which you are free to explore again - this time in the company of a million stars exploding against the pitch-black sky, and the all-encompassing silence of the Sahara at night. ...more ...less
Day 2 : A Desert Sunrise, Africa's Hollywood and Todra Gorge
Location: Merzouga
Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, Lodge, Riad
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
At your request, our staff will wake you at the crack of dawn to witness the spectacle of the desert sunrise, the colour of the sand contrasting beautifully with the palette of shadows on the dunes. After some light breakfast and tea we will ride the camels back across the desert to the Kasbah to freshen up before our journey back West towards the Todra Gorge, known as "Morocco's Grand Canyon". We will have lunch here and amble along the valley to take in the view. From there, we continue on to Ouarzazate, a bustling southern city often referred to as "The Hollywood of Morocco" owing to the many famous films shot on location such as Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and Kingdom of Heaven, as well as several seasons of the hit show, Game of Thrones. Here, we will explore the nearby Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, the most famous kasbah inMorocco, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the backdrop for many of the films and shows shot on location.
Day 3 : Desert Oasis + Ait Ben Haddou, Marrakech by Evening
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast we will drive through the villages of this charming area, passing fields cultivated by Berber women and getting some brilliant views of the Atlas Mountains. Our journey will continue towards Ouarzazate, going off-road along the piste to visit Berber nomads in their caves and join them for a glass of tea. From here, we will continue through the Valley of the Roses, famous for its Rose Festival in May, and past the "Road of 1000 Kasbahs" by the Skoura Oasis before arriving in Ouarzazate. In Ouarzazate, also known as the “Hollywood of Morocco”, we will visit the Taouirirt Kasbah and the cinematographic museum before continuing on to Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, the most famous kasbah in Morocco, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the backdrop for many Hollywood blockbusters such as “Gladiator” “Indiana Jones” and “Lawrence of Arabia”. You will have the chance to explore some of the ruined buildings and climb to the top of the hill where the agadir (granary) offers a spectacular view over the village and the surrounding countryside. You may also want to enter one of the houses and share a glass of mint tea with some of the locals to gain a better understanding of their way of life. In the afternoon you'll drive north across the High Atlas Mountains. The road, completed by the French Foreign Legion in 1936, winds up over the Tizi n'Tichka Pass and offers stunning views over the mountains before descending past Berber villages to the plains surrounding Marrakech. Even today, the name Marrakech conjures up scenery from Arabian Nights - alleyways, souks, and market stalls. This remarkable city, with the graceful architecture of the renowned 11th-century Koutoubia Minaret dominating the skyline, never fails to satisfy the curiosity of its visitors. We will arrive back in Marrakech by late afternoon.
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Accommodation
Carefully seleted accommodations
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Fully Guided
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Meals – Half Board
All breakfasts + Dinners
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Camel ride for sunset and sunrise (one camel each)
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Private air-conditioned vehicle with profesional English speaking driver
What's Not Included
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Entrance Fees
Land Marks entrance fess
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International Travel
Flights tickets to and from your homeland
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Meals
Lunches
Check out our Q&As
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The tour is 100 per cent guaranteed no matter what the number of passengers
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Is There any Dress Code for Women Visiting Morocco?
No. You may wear whatever you feel comfortable in, we only have one exception on tours of the Mosque like Hassan II. To enter you would need to dress conservatively as you would in a church (no shorts, tanks tops, etc.).
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Is Morocco a Safe Destination?
Morocco has one of the lowest crime rates in the world and, compared to the US and Europe, is considered a very safe destination. Moroccan people are known for their hospitality and they will make you feel very welcomed, for more information on the topic contact us and we’ll provide you with some personal single-traveler experiences. ...more ...less
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What currencies can I exchange in Morocco?
US Dollars, Sterling and Euros are readily exchangeable. We recommend you take a mixture of cash and credit cards. Scottish banknotes and Australian dollar traveller's cheques and cash are NOT normally accepted in Morocco.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
The dates can be change 10 times if needed 30 dyas before the depature date.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Morocco Private Tours has been operating since 2012
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The form of the meeting at the airport, where?
With accurate information on the schedule of your arrival, our guide and our driver await you at the customs exit at the airport, with a sign with your name and first name. It’s always easy, this appointment. In case of concern, you can contact us by phone with our contact information noted in our emails. We are always at your disposal 24 hours a day
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3 days desert from Fes to Marrakech. Shared Group
3 Days Starting in Fes, Morocco and ending in Morocco
Visiting: Fes, Merzouga, Marrakesh
Tour operator:
Tour code:
MPT 8
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 20
Age range:
18-80
Special diets catered:
Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Vegetarians, Jain, Halal
Tour operated in:
English , French , SpanishTrip Styles:
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