03 days Morocco desert tour to Merzouga from Marrakech to Fes.
Description :
03 days desert tour from Marrakesh to the medieval city of Fez. It is an ideal opportunity to explore the majestic Sahara desert of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga crossing the highlights of the southern region starting from the stunning snow capped Atlas Mountains to the UNESCO world heritage Kasbah of Ait Benhdaou and the dramatic canyons and gorges of Dades and Todra before reaching the Imperial city of Fez via the Cedar Forest and Ifrane verdant city.
Highlights :
- Drive through the scenic landscapes of the Atlas Mountains.
- Explore old Kasbahs & authentic Berber villages.
- Taste delicious traditional local food.
- Refresh yourself driving through the Canyons of Todra gorges.
- Ride camels into the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi.
- Spend a celestial overnight in a luxury desert camp in Merzouga Desert.
- Enjoy the scenery of the Cedar Forest and the attractive city of Ifran.
Introduction :
People who like to start a desert exploration from Marrakech to Fez, this is an ideal opportunity to discover the southern of Morocco. You will have the opportunity to discover the south of Morocco, culture, tradition, Berber way of living. Not only that but riding camels to spend a magical Arabian night in the middle of the desert where the whole atmosphere hides with its magical dunes combined with breathtaking canopy of infinite stars.
Program details :
Day 1: Marrakech - Ait Benhadou Kasbah - Rose valley - Dades gorges
- 03 days Morocco desert tour to Merzouga from Marrakech to Fes.
After breakfast, we leave Marrakech venturing through the magnificent Atlas Mountains offering an impressive landscape in the heart of the Atlas Mountain chain to Ouarzazate where many famous movies have been shot such Alexander the Great, The Mummy, The jewel of the Nile, Kingdom of heaven Etc...The scenery is absolutely stunning. We stop to visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou one of the most spectacular fortresses in the South of Morocco and a UNESCO world heritage site. You will lunch in Ouarzazate "The Hollywood of Africa". We continue our journey to the valley of Roses known for its annual festival during the roses harvest in May. Spend the night with dinner in Dades valley.
Meals: Dinner included
Day 2: Dades gorges - Todra gorges - Erfoud - Merzouga - Erg Chebbi dunes
- 03 days Morocco desert tour to Merzouga from Marrakech to Fes.
After breakfast, we start our day with a drive towards the Todra Gorges where many of rock climbers come to enjoy their preferred sport. Later we continue our journey, following the ancient Bedouin trading routes parallel with the Middle Atlas, passing a series of the fortified villages with outstanding architecture. The route to Erfoud is one of the most pleasing of all the Southern routes. The town is in a dry red built of desert and was built by the French as a central administration town. It is known for its rich black fossils marble. The stone is sculpted to bring the fossils into relief on everything from ashtrays to washbasins and more. We head down to the spectacular Merzouga dunes where sand dunes signify the start of the mighty Sahara Desert. We leave our vehicle and take a camel ride into the desert to a Berber camp. To seal this as an experience of a life time, why not surf the Sahara Desert and try sand Dunes Boarding! After dinner we gather round the fire and enjoy the desert night perhaps with traditional Berber drums.
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.
Day 3: Erg Chebbi Desert - Ziz valley - Midelt - Cedar Forest - Ifrane - Fez
- 03 days Morocco desert tour to Merzouga from Marrakech to Fes.
After a picturesque sunrise with breakfast at the camp, you will leave the desert riding the camels to Merzouga to venture into the Atlas Mountains heading a different part of Morocco. We cross the verdant oasis and magnificent Ziz Gorges carved through volcanic rock and through the Tizi Ntalghamt Pass to Midelt passing millions of palm trees and fortified villages characterized by fascinating southern architecture. We stop for lunch in the small town of Midelt, a sleepy village flanked by the verdant beauty of the Middle Atlas Mountains, bursting with colorful minerals that mottle the mountainside in a blaze of ruby. Continue through the Middle Atlas mountain range and great forests of cedar trees, terraced farms and sienna mud-brick Berber villages via Ifrane a charming ski resort and Azrou an important handicraft centre specialized in the work of cedar wood. We reach the Imperial city of Fez where the tour ends.
Meals: Breakfast included.
Inclusions :
- Private air conditioned vehicle at disposal.
- Private English Speaking driver throughout your Journey.
- 01 night accommodation in a chosen Riad or hotel in Dades gorges.
- 01 night accommodation in the tented desert camp.
- Daily breakfast.
- Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Camel treks, where applicable, with the services of a local camel guide.
Exclusions :
- Travel Insurance.
- Entrance fees to the monuments & Museums.
- Drinks.
- Tips.
What you expect :
Travel through the High Atlas Mountains; enjoy the lush forest area and the sight of Berber homes.
Visit the ancient Kasbah of Benhaddou that was used as a backdrop for legendary Hollywood movies like Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia and Jewel of the Nile.
Sublime experience in the Todra Gorge, where a trench of gigantic rock walls that, change color and run through the High Atlas Mountains creating an absolutely magnificent spectacle.
Discover the hidden delights of a desert camp in the desert of Merzouga. Savor a magical sunset and dine under the stars while enjoying a musical performance by a local band.
Additional Info :
You will receive the final confirmation at time of booking.Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults.
Adult pricing applies to all travelers over 12 years.
Vegetarian food option is available during the tour.
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
Good to know :
Pick Up : MarrakechDrop Off : Fez
Group Size : 02 people and more
Duration : 03 days/ 02 nights
Transportation : 4x4 Jeep - Minivan - Minibus - Coach
Guide : English/French/Spanish/Italian/German/Portuguese
Accommodation : Authentic Guest Houses/Kasbah Hotels/Desert Camps
Clothing : Depends on the season of your travel to Morocco.
Note :
The price for the tours will be dependent on numbers, the higher the number of people in your party the lower the cost per person.All accommodation will be private, you will only share vehicles, if applicable.
We are not liable for personal injury or loss of your own property. You should take reasonable care with your belongings at all times.
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