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4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes
Private tour
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Overview :
The 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes allows you to explore Kasbahs, antique towns, admire the Atlas mountain views, palm grooves, Todra & Dades gorges, the Sahara desert, and camel trek for an overnight in a desert camp beneath the stars. Enjoy the sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes. Meet the nomads.
Highlights of 4 days tour from Marrakech to Fes
- Take in the breathtaking vistas of the high Atlas mountains and the Tizi N Tichka pass road.
- Visit the film studios where many notable films have been shot
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait-Ben-Haddou
- Spend the night in the stunning Dades gorges.
- Camel ride
- Panoramic aspects of Erg Chebbi dunes
- Enjoy a memorable night in a desert camp under the stars.
- Stop at Azrou cedar forest and see Barbary Apes
An itinerary for the 4 days tour from Marrakech to Fes
Day 1: Marrakesh » Ait Ben Haddou » Ouarzazate » Dades Valley [315 Km]
Our driver will pick you up from your Marrakech hotel and start our 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.
This memorable trip starts with a crossing of the Tizi-N-Tichka pass (2’260 m), where you can spot the traditional Berber villages with their inhabitants working and chatting at the roadside.
Shortly before Ouarzazate, the desert’s capital, you have the opportunity to visit the famed Kasbah Ait-Ben-Haddou, a fortified clay city with multiple ksars and kasbahs,It’s where Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven, and Prince of Persia were filmed.
After lunch, we’ll continue south along the Road of 1000 Kasbahs to the Dades gorges, passing through Ouarzazate, Skoura, and the Valley of Roses in Kalaat M’Gouna.If we still have time after arriving at the Gorges in the evening, we’ll drive to the amazing rock formations (known as the monkey fingers), if not! We’ll go the next day. Dinner and overnight in a hotel
Day 2 : Gorges Dades – Tinghir – Tinjedad - Merzouga [255 km]
We’ll begin the second day of our 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes with a delicious breakfast before going to Tineghir, where we’ll stop for a panoramic view of picturesque Berber settlements and a palm-tree-filled oasis.
Continue to Erfoud via the southern Moroccan Berber Bedouin villages, arriving in Merzouga. Here we will find our camels, ready for a ride through the Erg Chebbi sand dunes in the Sahara. During the hike, you’ll pause on a high dune to watch the sun set over the golden dunes of Erg Chebb
After the sun sets, you will proceed to the camp, where you will be greeted with a glass of mint tea, dinner, a camp fire, a music party, and an overnight stay at Berber camp Merzouga.We’ll begin the second day of our four-day Marrakech desert tour with a delicious breakfast before going to Tineghir, where we’ll stop for a panoramic view of picturesque Berber settlements and a palm-tree-filled oasis. A 300-meter-high canyon called Toudgha Gorge is only a short distance away; we’ll take a walk through it.
Day 3: Merzouga Desert » Nomads Families » Erg Chebbi [40 Km]
On the third day of our 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, it’s absolutely worth getting up early to enjoy the most amazing sunrise you’ve ever seen from the top of a dune close to the camp and appreciate this unique scenery.
A delicious breakfast awaits you after this unforgettable experience.Take a shower before returning by camels to Merzouga.
Then we’ll explore the Erg Chebbi and its tiny towns, which are a fantastic extension of the sandy desert where we can find Morocco’s Big Dune. We then follow the road that was previously used for the “Paris-Dakar” race until we reach the black desert.
The next stop will be at a viewpoint to overlook the Erg Chebbi hole. We’ll then arrive at Kamilia Village, where the majority of the residents are dark-skinned Malians, where we’ll enjoy a relaxing cup of tea while listening to a Gnawa music.
Stop at Mefis, a little abandoned village still existing in the area, where you will have the opportunity to uncover mines of lead and other minerals from the French colonial era.We then travel along a route where we can meet nomadic families living in tents and learn about their secrets and traditions.
Transfer to your hotel and free time in the afternoon to explore the town or the dunes near the hotel to watch the sunset. Dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4: Merzouga » Ziz Valley » Azrou Cedar forest & Barbary Apes » Fes [466 km]
On the last day of our 4 days desert tour from Marrakech, after breakfast in your accommodation, we continue on our way to Fes through Erfoud, with our first stop at the panoramic viewpoint of Aoufous Oasis. Later on, you will pass through Errachidia, also known as the military city due to its numerous garrisons.We might make a photo break at Hassan Adakhil dam.
Our adventure continues along the Ziz River. You will see the picturesque Ksours and Ziz Gorges and pass through the French-built Legionnaires Tunnel (Zaabal). The route will then take us through the Middle Atlas Mountains and over the Tizi n’Talghom Pass (1907m)
We arrive in Midelt, where you will have lunch. Following that, we drive to Azrou, where you can see the 800-year-old Cedre Gouraud tree and possibly meet the Barbary monkeys in the cedar forest.
The next place we’ll visit is Ifrane, Morocco’s “Switzerland.” By the time we arrive at our final destination for the day, our 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes will be over.
What included & excluded in this 4 days tour from Marrakech
Price includes
- Air-conditioned minivan or 4WD
- Fuel & Tolls
- Camel ride in sahara desert
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Professional driver/ Guide
- 2-night in a private room at the hotel/riad
- (Breakfast & Dinner) x 3
- Overnight in desert camp
- Bottled water during the tour
Price excludes
- travel insurance
- Entrance Fees
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Tips and gratuities
More info on the Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
- At the desert camp, you will stay in a private tent of your choice.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- A vegetarian option is available; please specify this while making your booking.
- alcoholic drinks (available for purchase).
- Quad bikes and buggies on the dunes can be added as an extra.
Note:
If you want to modify this 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, please let us know your plans and travel arrangements so that we can create a comparable or different itinerary that meets your needs.
For more details, please contact us.
Booking & Payment
Free Booking! To book a this 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes,usually we ask for a small deposit to be paid through our Paypal or Payoneer accounts. The rest of the payment is payable in cash to your driver/guide at the pick-up.
The deposit is completely free. To avoid carrying large amounts of cash, it is possible to pay the full amount or half off using Paypal or Payoneer.
-To cover Paypal fees, there is a 5% surcharge if you pay the full amount using Paypal.
-Paying the full amount by Payoneer is free of charge since Payoneer doesn’t apply any fees
Note:We do not accept credit cards or bank transfers at this time as they are time-consuming and expensive processes.
Cancellation policy for our 4 days tour from Marrakech to Fes
To receive a complete refund, please cancel at least 8 days before the date of the 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.
If you cancel less than 8 days before your trip, your deposit is nonrefundable. However, it is still available for use if you reschedule your trip in the future.Simply email us to cancel your trip.
feedbacks on our 4 days tour from Marrakech to Fes
3 Day your from Marrakesh to Fes
Get in touch with them if you are planning a 4-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes in Morocco! Said and his buddies showed us so many lovely things we would never have seen otherwise, and they treated us like true family. Every dinner, lodging, and tourist stop were excellent and well-planned. They are passionate about sharing Berber culture with guests and know the desert like no one else. I couldn't imagine our journey without them.
Charles L
Tripadvisor user
Marrakesh to Fes via amazing desert experience.
We had a great time travelling from Marrakech to Fes. Mohamed took us safely from A to B and provided information.
A special shout-out also goes to the team of the suggested camp in the desert. Ali was a great guide through the desert and very kind and funny!
We also enjoyed our stay at the hotel a lot. In general, we had an amazing time with delicious food and very nice people.
Alessia B
Tripadvisor user
The perfect Sahara desert tour
We really enjoyed our small shared Sahara desert tour from Marrakech to Fes with our guide. We were able to visit lots of authentic places and natural wonders. Our guide always paid attention to our needs. The accommodations were really nice, the car was comfortable, and we are very happy that we joined the tour.
Germaine D
Tripadvisor user
4 days, 3 nights Marrakech to Fes tour
Put these 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes at the top of your list when visiting Morocco! We had the best time exploring the country through the eyes of a knowledgeable local. The drive was comfortable, and the stops along the way were so picturesque. And of course, the desert was amazing! Every detail of the trip was meticulously planned to perfection. Mohammad patiently provided informative responses to our many questions about all of the places we visited as well as life in Morocco. My family and I walked away from this experience with a new understanding of Moroccan culture and an amazing memory we will truly cherish forever! Not to mention two new friends : Just book it. You will not be disappointed!
Reni
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Destinations' overview of our 4 days tour from Marrakech to Fes:
The High Atlas Mountains & Todra Gorges
Our 4-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes will begin with a visit to the High Atlas Mountains. This stunning view is part of the well-known Atlas Mountain range, which crosses three nations. On our way to this site, we normally pass through Tizi Ntichka.
Tizi n’Tichka is situated at a height of 2260m (7400 feet) above sea level.
The switchbacks and hairpin turns of this high mountain road provide breathtaking views of the Atlas Mountains. The views from the summit are breathtaking.
On our 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes via Erg Chebbi, the scenery, Berber towns, and time spent on the Tizi n’Tichka Pass are really unique.
Todra, also known as Toudgha Gorges, is a popular climbing destination in Morocco. People generally prefer canyons that reach 300m and are separated by a river. Berbers from the area usually bring their herds to the spring to water them. Todra is popular not only with tourists but also with locals and residents of the surrounding area. They go there to relax or to sell traditional items such as carpets.
Ouarzazte
The ouarzazates’ name is derived from the Amazigh (Berber) words “ouar,” which means “without,” and “zazate,” which means “noise,” yielding the meaning “without noise.
Ouarzazate is also known as “the door to the desert” or “the gateway of the Sahara.”
Ouarzazate is a popular Moroccan tourist destination not only because of its historical sites but also because of its well-known film studio.
The studio has an impressive track record of Hollywood and international productions shot there, including Game of Thrones and Prison Break.
In general, during this 4 days tour from Marrakech, we will take you to Atlas Studios, Kasbah Taourirt, and the UNESCO World Heritage site Ait Ben-Haddou.
The ouarzazates’ name is derived from the Amazigh (Berber) words “ouar,” which means “without,” and “zazate,” which means “noise,” yielding the meaning “without noise.
Ouarzazate is also known as “the door to the desert” or “the gateway of the Sahara.”
Ouarzazate is a popular Moroccan tourist destination not only because of its historical sites but also because of its well-known film studio.
The studio has an impressive track record of Hollywood and international productions shot there, including Game of Thrones and Prison Break.
In general, during this 4 days tour from Marrakech, we will take you to Atlas Studios, Kasbah Taourirt, and the UNESCO World Heritage site Ait Ben-Haddou.
Ait Ben Haddo
Kasbahs and ksours are iconic symbols of Moroccan culture.The most well-known ksar is the ksar of Ait Benhaddou.
The ksar is a group of clay houses surrounded by high walls and fortified with angle towers and a baffle gate.
The Ait Ben-Haddou is the most well-known ksar in Ouarzazate’s Ounila valley. The palace’s location near a river provides a breathtaking view.
Ait Ben-Haddou is a traditional pre-Saharan environment. It is a fantastic example of Moroccan earthen architecture.
With our 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, you will pass and stop by this amazing place.
Merzouga Desert & Erg-chebbi
Morocco is a diverse country with vibrant cities, a beautiful coastline, the Atlas Mountains, and, last but not least, the Sahara Desert. This makes it a popular tourist destination.
The Merzouga Desert is one of Morocco’s most popular tourist destinations.
Merzouga is a small town in Morocco’s Sahara desert near the Algerian border. It’s called “Erg Chebbi.”
Every traveller’s bucket list includes a visit to the Merzouga desert. What most people don’t realize is that the sweeping red sand dunes, camel trains, and remote desert camps can only be found in two small regions in the far south: Merzouga and M’Hamid.
A 3-day desert tour is required to reach Merzouga, and a 4 days tour from Marrakech is recommended.
Morocco is a diverse country with vibrant cities, a beautiful coastline, the Atlas Mountains, and, last but not least, the Sahara Desert. This makes it a popular tourist destination.
The Merzouga Desert is one of Morocco’s most popular tourist destinations.
Merzouga is a small town in Morocco’s Sahara desert near the Algerian border. It’s called “Erg Chebbi.”
Every traveller’s bucket list includes a visit to the Merzouga desert. What most people don’t realize is that the sweeping red sand dunes, camel trains, and remote desert camps can only be found in two small regions in the far south: Merzouga and M’Hamid.
A 3-day desert tour is required to reach Merzouga, and a 4 days tour from Marrakech is recommended.
Ifrane and cedar forest
During our 4 day tour from Marrakech to Fes via the desert, you will visit Ifrane and the cedar forest. First and foremost, Ifrane, located in Morocco’s Middle Atlas region between Fez and Marrakech, is a renowned tourist attraction. Morocco’s Switzerland is noted for its milder weather, unique architecture, various landscapes, lakes and streams, and a wide range of outdoor activities.
The Lion Sculpture is one of Ifrane’s most photographed landmarks. During WWII, a German soldier sculpted the artwork. The sculpture is supposed to be in remembrance of the last wild Atlas lion, which was killed near Ifrane.
Second, take in the scenery in the cedar forest. There are several Barbary apes in the jungle that are accustomed to humans. They will engage with you and accompany you as you stroll through the forest. Enjoy the companionship of friendly monkeys. Approach them and feed them nuts. The experience is both breathtaking and unforgettable. You will also get to see the mountains that surround Azrou.
