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3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech.

3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech.

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3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech.

3 Days Starting in Fes, Morocco and ending in Morocco

Visiting: Fes, Merzouga, Marrakesh

Tour operator:

Morocco Private Tours

Tour code:

MPT 9

Group Type:

Private

Recommended For:

Couples, Family-Kids, Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 20

Physical rating:

Medium, Low

Age range:

8-80

Special diets catered:

Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Vegetarians, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French , Spanish

Private Available:

From: $320 $288 (USD) Operator discount: -$32

NB: Prices correct on 18-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

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.

Highlights

Meet the Barbary monkeys in the cedar forest of Azrou
Ride camel and enjoy a beautiful sunset and sunrise over the sand dunes
Enjoy a romantic dinner in desert camp under the stars in Merzouga
Explore the green palm of Ziz valley
Meet local people and discover their culture
Discover the beautiful architecture of the UNESCO Kasbah
Explore the gorgeous gorges and canyons of Dades and Todra
Visit to the cinema studios in Ouarzazate
Explore the green palm groves and the valleys

Places You'll See

Aitbenhaddou Kasbah

Taourirt Kasbah

Ouarzazate Studios

Dades Gorge

Sahara

Todra Gorge

Sahara

Itinerary

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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.

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

1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Accommodation

One night at the desert Camp and one night at Aitbenhaddou
Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Fully Guided
Meals – Half Board

breakfasts 2 Diners
Camel ride for sunset and sunrise (one camel each)
Private air-conditioned vehicle with profesional English speaking driver

What's Not Included

Entrance Fees
International Travel

Entree flights tickets to and from your homeland Anything not mentioned in the program fees Personal expenses
Tipping and Gratuities

Check out our Q&As

Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

yes, all the tour details will be sent in advance to our quests including the names of the accommodations
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

The tour is 100 per cent guarrented
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.).
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.
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.

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.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Morocco Private Tours has been operating since 2012
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

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Debbie

Highly recommended this tour

28-Jun-2019

Yassine was a fantastic guide who showed us many things we would have never seen on our own. His stories and explanations about the region, people and places were really interesting and gave us insights into the culture and history of Morocco. Yassine was keen to ensure he met our needs and encouraged questions and requests. He maintained his service and professionalism throughout the tour even though it was Ramadan and he must have been tired. His driving was always careful and safe and we felt very comfortable with him at all times.

Betty

3 days Fes to Marrakech via desert tour

07-Oct-2021

Very reliable company! Our driver Yassine, did everything to please us! We had a baby with us and he made our trip very enjoyable and comfortable. Family friendly tour , with high flexibility and reliability. We totally recommend it! When we come back...

Xizi

3 days Fes to Marrakech via desert tour

04-Nov-2021

We booked a private tour for two persons. Our guide Mohamed and driver are very kind and helpful. The trip was very comfortable and we enjoyed the time.

Julia

Thank you Abdul and MPT

14-Feb-2019

Abdul was a fantastic guide for the four of us on our trip from Fes to Marrakech! He was very kind and enjoyable to spend the three-day drive with. We used this tour as also our means to travel from one part of Morocco to the other, and it was well worth the value. The visit to Merzouga was the best! Riding the camels in the Sahara was something I’ll never forget. We also really enjoyed our accommodations in the Atlas Mountains. The hotel rooms and food offered at dinner were much more than we expected. The terrain of Morocco was all so different and interesting to view as we enjoyed this experience.

Suta

Wonderful three days tour to Sahara

27-Aug-2019

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Morocco with our wonderful tour guide Ismail. We experienced an insight into the Berber culture and the unique arid Moroccan landscape, which was topped off by a brilliant camel trek in the western sahara. A special mention must go to our Camel Guid Zayd who is an absolute good man! Our trip started in Fez and ended in Marrakech....Said took us to many attractions and made sure we got the best panoramic shots! Even when we were fast asleep they made sure we wouldn't miss important sites along the trip. The desert experience was amazing- not to be missed! Overall I would totally recommend Ismail and morocco private tours ! Thanks

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