03 days Morocco New Year desert tour from Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga Sahara desert.
Description :
Celebrate the New Year Eve from Fez to the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga. It is a magnificent experience tour travelling to the middle Atlas, Ziz Valley, Merzouga desert, Todra gorges, Dades Gorges, Skoura, Ouarzazate, the UNESCO heritage site of Ait Benhaddou and the High Atlas Mountains to reach the red city Marrakech.
Highlights :
- Drive through the scenic landscapes of the Atlas Mountains.
- Ride camels into the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi.
- Spend a celestial overnight in a luxury desert camp in Merzouga Desert.
- New Year Gala Dinner in the midst of the dunes In the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi.
- Taste delicious traditional local food.
- Refresh yourself driving through the Canyons of Todra gorges.
- Explore old Kasbahs & authentic Berber villages.
Introduction :
Celebrate the New Year Eve from Fez to the immense Sahara Desert of Merzouga in 03 days. This 03 days New Year exploration covers the gorgeous Atlas Mountains, Ziz and Rose valleys, the stunning dunes of Erg Chebbi, the Hollywood of Africa Ouarzazate and the UNESCO site of Ait Benhaddou Kasbah to the beautiful imperial city of Marrakech.
Program details :
Day 1: Fez - Ifrane - Cedar Forest - Ziz Valley - Merzouga Desert - 31st December
- 03 days Morocco New Year desert tour from Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga Sahara desert.
We will leave the medieval city of Fez and start crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains, with a short break in Ifrane, the town of the first ski resort in Morocco. We will be surrounded by amazing scenery and landscapes of the Mountains and plains. We may have the opportunity to see the species of native monkeys living in the cedar forest of Azrou. We will stop for lunch in Midelt, a town that celebrates the festival of apples every year at the beginning of October. From Midelt we will travel to Errachidia, named after Prince Moulay Rachid, before driving through Ziz Valley to the gate of the Sahara Desert Erfoud. We arrive to Merzouga where you will have some time to relax before you start the desert adventure on the back of camels. You will ride over the sands as the sun begins to set and as you reach the magnificent Erg Chebbi sand dunes, witness them turning a wonderful red hue. As night falls, listen to the intoxicating beat of Berber drum music and enjoy a Moroccan home-cooked feast before sleeping in a private tent with private bathrooms and hot showers.
Meals: Dinner included
Day 2: Merzouga Desert - Todra gorges - Dades gorges - 01st January
- 03 days Morocco New Year desert tour from Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga Sahara desert.
Your day starts early with a picturesque sunrise before enjoying breakfast. You will take a camel ride back to the town of Merzouga where you will meet your driver and head towards Ziz Oasis where you will see the ancient irrigation system. The tour goes further to Todra gorges where you will enjoy a walk between the cliffs and river in this beautiful valley with date palms, ending with a spectacular Gorge, mainly used for rock climbing and picnics. After lunch, we will make our way to Dades Valley with its astonishing rock formation, created by erosion over millions of years. Spend the overnight with dinner at the hotel or guest house.
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.
Day 3: Dades gorges - Ouarzazate – Ait Benhdaou - Marrakech - 02nd January
- 03 days Morocco New Year desert tour from Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga Sahara desert.
After breakfast, we will leave Dades gorges towards the Rose Valley, the only place in Morocco where Damascus roses are harvested. Rose water and oil are extracted from the Damascus rose to use in the preparation of beauty treatments. We will stop at the rose city, Kalaa Mgouna, to purchase the rosewater, which will make your linen smell good a long time after your trip is over. We continue to Ouarzazate via Skoura with an optional visit to the Kasbah Ameridil. Arrival to Ouarzazate, “the Hollywood of Africa”, whose geography and beautiful landscapes has attracted many world class movie producers. Here you may choose to visit the studios where some of the famous movies were filmed such as The Mummy and Gladiator. We will pass by Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah as a UNESCO heritage site. After that, we will begin to cross the high Atlas Mountains with many panoramic views and attractive Berber villages to reach Marrakech around 06 p.m.
Meals: Breakfast included.
* These are sample of New Year Desert itineraries, customizable for each customer, prices are on request and depend on dates, accommodations level and activities.
Inclusions :
- Private air conditioned vehicle at disposal.
- Private English Speaking driver throughout your Journey.
- 01 night accommodation in the tented desert camp.
- 01 night accommodation in a chosen hotel in Dades gorges.
- Daily breakfast.
- Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Camel treks, where applicable, with the services of a local camel guide.
- New Year Gala dinner in the desert camp with entertainment.
Exclusions :
- Travel Insurance.
- Lunches.
- Drinks.
- Tips.
What you expect :
Travel through the High Atlas Mountains; enjoy the lush forest area and the sight of Berber homes.
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.
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.
Visit the ancient Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou that was used as a backdrop for legendary Hollywood movies like Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia and Jewel of the Nile.
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 : FesDrop Off : Marrakech
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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