3 Days From fes via desert Marrakech - Marrakech camel tour

3 day tour from Fes to Marrakech

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This 3-day tour from Fes to Marrakech via the desert takes you on an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s diverse landscapes. On Day 1, you’ll travel through Ifrane, known as “Morocco’s Switzerland,” before arriving at the dunes of Merzouga for a camel trek and an overnight stay in a desert camp. Day 2 brings a scenic drive to the Dades Valley, with stops at the stunning Todra Gorge and Erfoud, famous for its marble craftsmanship. On Day 3, you’ll visit the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before crossing the High Atlas mountains to reach Marrakech.

Duration: 3 days
Start: Fes
End: Marrakech
Accommodation: Participants will enjoy one night at a hotel in Dades Valley and one night in a desert camp
This is a guided tour that combines scenic drives, cultural exploration
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Highlights of the3 Days From fes via desert Marrakech:

Explore Ifrane, Morocco’s “Little Switzerland”
Camel trek and overnight stay in a traditional Berber desert camp in Merzouga
Witness the stunning sunrise and sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes
Discover the dramatic Todra Gorge with its towering cliffs
Drive through the scenic Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of 1000 Kasbahs”
Visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous film location
Cross the High Atlas Mountains with breathtaking panoramic views
End the tour in the vibrant city of Marrakech

3 Days From fes via desert Marrakech itinerary:

Explore the detailed itinerary for the 3-day tour from Fes via desert f Marrakech below to get a sense of the journey’s highlights. If you wish to customize the itinerary or are considering an extended adventure, please let us know by completing the CONTACT FORM provided below.

Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi N’tichka Pass – Telouet – Ait Benhaddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate

Our Marrakech Camel Tours, Today, we pick you up from your Hotel in Marrakech, and departure to Telouet over the mountains of high Atlas passing through the Tizi N’tichka pass (2260 m in altitude), visit the Kasbah of Pasha Glaoui in telouet and stop for lunch in a local restaurant. In the Afternoon we will drive to Ait Ben Haddou along the Ounila valley with its Berber villages. You will visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou then continue to Ouarzazate. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Ouarzazate.

Day 2: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Kelaa M’gouna – Valley of Roses – Dades Gorges – Boumalne – Tineghir – Todra Gorges.

Our Marrakech Camel Tours, This morning after breakfast in the hotel, Leaving Ouarzazate towards Skoura where we will visit the Kasbah of Amredil, a beautiful Kasbah situated in the palm groves “Route of one thousand Kasbahs”. Later on, the journey continues through the Valley of Roses then cross the off-road with the possibility to visit nomad family living in caves. You visit the dades gorges and see the rock formations. After that heading to Boulmane du Dades and have a break for lunch. In the afternoon we continue to Tineghir then to Todra Gorges to enjoy its marvelous views of Canyons. Dinner and overnight in Kasbah hotel.

Day 3: Todra Gorges – Tinejdad – Touroug town – Erfoud – Erg Chebbi (Merzouga).

ur Marrakech Camel Tours, This morning, you will walk around the Palm Plantations and enjoy the panoramic views of Todra River. Later on, we drive toward Tinjedad for a lunch meal on a local restaurant. Later you will pass by several villages such us Touroug (Berber village) and El-Jarf before reaching Erfoud. You will visit a local fossil craft workshop. After that you will continue to the captivating dunes of Erg Chebbi, these dunes are called also Merzouga Dunes. Arrive to the hotel and get ready for a camel trek for an hour and half to enjoy the sunset. While on the back of your dromedary, you will continue to the camp or an overnight in traditional nomad tent. Dinner and spend the night in a bivouac in the middle of the dunes.

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Inclusive and Exclusive of the tour

Inclusive:

Transportation in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle with A/C.
Professional driver-guide throughout the tour.
Fuel for the entire journey.
Camel trekking experience in the Sahara Desert.
1 night in a desert camp with traditional Berber entertainment (breakfast & dinner included).
Sandboarding in the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Traditional Moroccan turban for each participant.

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Accommodations

Night 1: Traditional Berber camp in the Sahara Desert, Merzouga – Enjoy a unique stay in Berber tents under the stars, with dinner and breakfast included. Experience the calm of the desert and a camel ride at sunset.
Night 2: Charming guesthouse in Dades Valley – Immerse yourself in Berber culture by staying in a traditional guesthouse, where you’ll enjoy authentic Moroccan hospitality with dinner and breakfast provided.

Each accommodation offers a comfortable and authentic Moroccan experience, allowing you to connect with local traditions and landscapes.

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As you prepare for your 3 Days From fes via desert Marrakech, please inform us of any dietary preferences or special requirements, such as vegetarian or vegan options. This will help us ensure your satisfaction throughout the trip.

Our guides select quality accommodations and restaurants to guarantee your comfort and well-being. If you have specific preferences, don’t hesitate to share them with your guide.

While this tour is primarily private, small group options are available. On the first day, you can explore Ait Benhaddou before heading to Dades Valley or choose to drive directly to Merzouga for more extensive desert exploration on the following day.

Please note that the return journey on the last day involves significant driving. If you prefer less travel time, consider extending your tour to four days for a more leisurely experience.

To fully enjoy the Sahara, we recommend spending at least one full day in Merzouga, especially if you choose the camel trekking and camp experiences.

This tour can also be customized to end in Fes or begin in Fes and finish in Marrakech. A shorter 2-day desert tour is available, but it is not recommended due to the long driving distances.

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From the beautiful landscapes to the rich cultural experiences, this tour exceeded my expectations. The guesthouse in Dades Valley was charming, and the visit to Ait Ben Haddou was a highlight. The organization was flawless, and we felt well taken care of throughout the trip.

his tour was an unforgettable experience! The camel trek at sunset in the Sahara Desert was magical, and the night in the Berber camp was a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Our guide was knowledgeable and made the trip smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommended!

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Day 1: Fes – Midelt – Merzouga

The trip to Merzouga is a pretty long journey, we start the trip very early from Fes to Merzouga village, near the dunes of Erg Chebbi, passing by Ifrane. This city is known by Moroccans as small Switzerland of Morocco. We will have a stop here and also in the next villages for a photo stop. Then we drive further direction Midelt where we have a lunch break before continuing the journey to the valley of Ziz to arrive in the end of the day at the sand dunes. Night will be in a camp in Berber tents in the middle of the Moroccan Sahara desert. We also will have a camel ride around the camp and enjoy the sunset from the top of sand dunes of Merzouga.

Day 2: Merzouga to Dades Valley

Getting up early to enjoy the sunrise on the top of the dunes. This place is ideal to make great pictures. After breakfast, we drive from Merzouga towards the valley of the Dades known as the valley of 1000 Kasbahs, passing by Erfoud where you may visit a marble manufacturing factory where they make tables and alternative handicrafts. On the way, we will have the opportunity to enjoy views on the green oasis full of the palm trees and visit the Todgha Gorge in Tinghir. The steep walls of the Todra gorge are 300 meters high. After a short walk, we continue our trip to the Dades Gorge. Overnight in a guesthouse where you have the occasion to share a some of the traditions of Berbers. This would be the best opportunity.

Day 3: Dades Valley- Ait Ben Haddou- to Marrakech

In the morning after a stroll through the impressive Dades Gorge, we drive to Ouarzazate passing by the valley of the Roses where an annual festival is held in the month of May to celebrate the pink roses. There is the possibility to see local products made from the roses. We continue along the road of thousand Kasbah to the oasis of Skoura to visit the kasbah of Amredil. Next stop is Ouarzazate city where we will visit one of the film studios and the gorgeous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, the oldest kasbah in the south of Morocco. The kasbah is constructed within the eleventh century and listed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to World Heritage Site in 1987. Plenty of noted films are taken in Ait Ben Haddou, like The Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, Astérix, The Mummy. At the end of the day, you arrive in Marrakech via the High Atlas mountains

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