3 Days tour from Fes to Marrakech
Overview:
The 3 days tour from Fes to Marrakech! in this 3 days you will visit stunning views and cultural diversity in a short time. Firstly, we depart from the cultural city Fes to visit Ifran city. Moreover, visit Cedar forest to see the Barbary apes. Furthermore, spend an overnight under the starry sky in the Desert camp located in heart of the Sahara Desert, in which you can ride the Camels to the middle of nowhere, watch spectacular sunset and sunrise, as well as watching the shooting the stars. What’s more, Visit the Todra Gorges and Rose valley. Finally, visit Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and drive through the High Atlas Mountains. Fes to Marrakech Desert tour ends in Marrakech
Day 1: Fes - Ifran - Midelt - Merzouga
The 3 Days tour from Fes to Marrakech commences with an early pick up from your accommodation in Fez at the earliest possible time, 7:00 AM during Winter and 8:00 AM in Summer (ensuring sufficient travel time to witness the sunset at Erg Chebbi Sand dunes). To begin, we drive south traversing the Saiss plains towards the Cedar forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through Ifran and Azrou. Along the way, you may encounter Barbary apes and have the opportunity for photography.
Later, we continue toward Midelt city, a stop will be made for lunch. Then, we head to the Sahara Desert through Tizi N-Talghoumt pass and the Ziz River, also witness an abundance of towering palm trees and fortified Kasbahs on the way.
In the afternoon, we will arrive to the Merzouga Sahara Desert, where you will start the Camel ride to the heart of the dunes. Once you arrived to the middle of nowhere, you will have the opportunity to marvel at the highly acclaimed sunset that exhibits a remarkable display of changing colours before arriving to your Sahara Desert camp, freshen up and enjoy a dinner served under the starry sky, accompanied by the captivating performance of local nomads playing their drums singing about life and love.
Day 2: Merzouga - Rissani - Tinghir - Boumalne Dades
Start your day with an invigorating camel ride during the early sunrise, and then meet up with your guide in Merzouga. Get ready for a captivating journey as you enjoy on a drive that showcases one breathtaking scene after another. Prepare to be mesmerized by the remarkable oasis of Tinghir, where you’ll have the opportunity to stroll along the Todgha riverbank, visit Berber villages, and gain insight into the local inhabitants’ way of life. Continue your walk to the awe-inspiring Todgha Canyons and indulge in a delightful lunch at a charming local cafe.
In the afternoon, travel along the picturesque road of the Casbahs, making your way to the enchanting Dades Valley before reaching your boutique guest house. As the day winds down, savor a delicious dinner and spend the night at the cozy lodge nestled in the scenic Dades Valley.
Relish in the beauty of the surroundings and create lasting memories on this remarkable journey through Morocco’s captivating landscapes.
Day 3: Boumalne Dades - Skoura oasis - Kasbah Ait Ben Hadou - Marrakech
After having breakfast, enjoy on a scenic drive through the Valley of the Roses towards Kalaa Mgouna. Consider paying a visit to one of the Rosewater cooperatives, where you can observe and gain insights into the traditional process of creating rose-scented perfumes using distilled rose water, as practiced by the local community.
Our journey continues towards Ouarzazate, passing by the renowned Skoura oasis adorned with date palm trees. Next, we’ll reach Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, where a delightful lunch awaits before we explore the Kasbah itself. This impressive UNESCO World Heritage Site has served as a backdrop for numerous Hollywood movies, fashion shoots, and commercial productions. The well-preserved Kasbah comprises several interconnected structures, presenting a unified appearance.
In the afternoon, we initiate our descent through the Atlas Mountains, traversing the Tizi Ntichka Pass and passing by various Berber villages characterized by stone and mud houses. The unchanged lifestyle and predominantly pastoral occupation of the local inhabitants become evident as you witness their way of life, seemingly untouched by the passage of time.
As the late afternoon approaches, we arrive in Marrakech, where your driver will accompany you to your riad or hotel, ensuring a smooth conclusion to your private 3 Days tour from Fes to Marrakech.
Price includes:
- Private Transport AC
- English speaking guide/driver
- Pick up & Drop off
- 1 night at the Desert camp
- Accommodation
- Camel Trekking in Desert
- Dinner & Breakfast.
Price excludes:
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Entrance fees
- Tipping (optional)