Fes to Marrakech desert tour 3 days via Merzouga Sahara

   The 3 days Fes to Marrakech starts with an early pick-up from the airport or your accommodation in Fez. Then we head south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane, famous for its low temperatures, snow, and alpine-style houses – no wonder it is called the Switzerland of Morocco. Then we continue to the cedar forest, where the Barbary macaques live. free time to feed them as you wander through the forest. We will proceed to Midelt later on, where lunch will be provided. Then we head to the Sahara desert, through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass, and along the Ziz Valley.

    In the afternoon we reach the Sahara desert of Merzouga. where you will change to camels and cross the sandy desert. On top of a high dune, you will stop and take in the breathtaking sunset. Then continue to the luxurious desert camp, where you can enjoy the music of the Berber drums while dancing around the campfire, under a vast open sky of stars. Dinner and overnight at the camp.

Driving distance: Approximately 500 km.

Driving time: Approximately 7 hr 30 min.

   On the second day of the best Fes to Marrakech desert tour, it is worth waking up early in the morning to contemplate the beautiful sunrise in the middle of the desert. Free time for breakfast, then return by camel to Merzouga where you will find the driver waiting for you. We leave the desert to visit the city of Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet. Rissani is still an important center of trade in the region, with a large souk lively on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.

   After a walk in the souk of Rissani, we continue to Erfoud, where we visit one of the fossilized marble workshops. After that, we make our way to the Todra Gorges by way of the Touroug and Tinjdad palm plantations. The course of the Todra River has carved a large canyon through the mountains – making a high red cliff canyon. These gorges are an ideal place for climbers. Free time to stroll through the gorges and appreciate the beauty of the landscape. Free time for lunch in a restaurant. Afterward, we go to the Dades Valley by way of Boumalne Dades. Inevitable stops at the rock formation “monkey fingers“. And in a place on top of a mountain overlooking the Dades valley. Finally, dinner and overnight in a hotel.

Driving distance: Approximately 275 km.

Driving time: Approximately 4 hr.

   On the last day of your Morocco desert tours Fes to Marrakech, we’ll start with breakfast at the hotel before heading to Marrakech. After breakfast, we continue our Fes 3 day itinerary to Kalaa Magouna, to visit the Valley of the Roses. The Rose Festival is held annually in May. Where the locals offer their rose products, from perfumes, rose water, and oil, to cosmetic products. After that, we’ll take a spin through Skoura’s palm groves. Afterward, we arrive in Ouarzazate, also known as the gateway to the desert. We will visit the studios, where famous movies were filmed.

    We leave to visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. This fortified village is one of the several that UNESCO has designated as a World Heritage Site. In addition, the Kasbah has appeared in many films such as Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy … etc. And in TV series like Game Of Thrones. Then we continue to Marrakesh. Driving through the Tizi-N-Tichka pass, and also the spectacular High Atlas Mountains. We will make stops for lunch, and to take pictures in interesting places. Finally, we arrive in Marrakesh, we will drop you off at the airport or your accommodation. End of the Fes to Marrakech 3-day desert tour.

Driving distance: Approximately 353 km.

Driving time: Approximately 6 hr 30 min.