4 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour. In this 4 day / 3 night tour you will visit so many amazing sites. Including the Atlas mountains, the Ait-Ben-Haddou Kasbah, Ouarzazate city, the Dades and also Todra gorges. In addition to Merzouga Sahara desert and many Berber villages. Ride camels to the heart of the desert. Also witness the magical sunset and sunrise in the Sahara. Furthermore you will visit the Rissani traditional market, and Erfoud the fossils town. Then visit the Switzerland of Morocco Ifrane, and the cedars forest where the Barbary macaque live. Finally, the tour ends in Fes.
The 4 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour starts with an early pick up from the airport or your accommodation in Marrakesh. Then drive through the fascinating High Atlas mountains, and Tizi-N-Tichka pass. Stops will be made for panoramic views of the breathtaking landscapes.
After that we continue to visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. A fortified village recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Furthermore, the Kasbah has appeared in many movies including : Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy…etc. And also TV series including Game Of Thrones. Then we head to “The gate of the desert” Ouarzazate. visit the Atlas Studio where famous movies were shot, and also visit Taourirt Kasbah in Ourzazate. Then continue to Rose valley. A Rose Festival is held annually in May, where the locals offer their rose products, from perfumes, rose water, oil, to cosmetic products. Then we drive to Boumalne dades, Dinner and overnight In a hotel or a Riad
After breakfast, enjoy the spectacular landscape of Dades gorges. Then we continue to Todra Gorges, the course of Todra river has carved out a grand canyon through the mountains -Making a high red cliff-sided canyon. Free time for lunch. Feel free to wander in the gorges and appreciate the beauty of the landscape.
In the afternoon we reach the Sahara desert of Merzouga. Where you switch to camels and cross the sandy desert. A stop will be made for you to enjoy the magical sunset on top of a high dune. Then continue to the desert luxury camp, where you can enjoy the Berber drums music while dancing around the campfire, under vast open sky of stars. Dinner and overnight in the camp.
Wake up early in the morning is a must do, in order to contemplate the beautiful sunrise, in the middle of the desert. Free time for breakfast. Then you return on camels to Merzouga, where the driver awaits. We dedicate the day to explore the region of Merzouga. The area has so many incredible sites, from sand dunes, wild lake, mines, fossils areas to fabulous oases. Which are ideal places for so many outdoor activities.
Firstly, we start our journey in Merzouga, by driving off-road to visit an ancient eyeliner mine. Then we pay the nomads a visit, in their handmade woven tent. Learn how they live while drinking a Berber tea. Our next destination is the Khamlia village, where you will enjoy the Gnaoua music, and dancing performances. Its inhabitants are originating from sub-Saharan countries like Mali, Sudan and Niger. Free time for lunch in a restaurant. After that we take a stroll in a palm trees grove. Then drive a few kilometres to see the wild lake of Merzouga, also called flamingos lake. Dinner and overnight In a hotel.
On the last day of your 4 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour. You wake up early morning to contemplate the beautiful sunrise in the middle of the desert. Free time for breakfast, then you return on camels to Merzouga where the driver awaits. Then we leave the desert to visit Rissani town, the ancient capital of Tafilalet. Rissani still a major trading center in the region, with a large souk lively on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. After a stroll in Rissani souk, we continue to Erfoud where we visit one of the workshops of fossilized marble
After that we drive along the Ziz river, we stop for a panoramic view of the Ziz valley. Free time for lunch in Midelt. Then we continue to cedars forest, where the Barbary Macaques live. Feel free to feed them while wandering in the forest. After that we visit Ifrane, famous for its low temperature, snow and the alpine-style houses -No wonder it is called the Switzerland of Morocco. Finally, we drop you off at the airport or your accommodation in Fes. End of the 4 Day tour
This Tour Ends in Fes, if you wish to Travel Back to Marrakech, you can Consider : 4 Days From Marrakech to Merzouga
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The price varies according to the number of people, the more people joining the tour the less the price gets. Since the transportation payment is fixed, the price will be divided according to the number of people. The price also depends on the quality of the accommodation. Contact us for an exact price.
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The 4 day desert tour has been one of the most incredible experiences of my life. The 4 day tour from Marrakech to Fez has been unforgettable. we met so many friendly people, as our guide Hamid, so great, he made us know that Morocco is even more beautiful! Everywhere we went there was something beautiful to see, but the night we spent in the desert, was something that cannot be described with words, you have to live that experience in person if you really want to know what it feels like. The company’s work is perfect they care about the customers very much, and they are always looking out for us.
Thanks again for being our guide and now a great friend!
Thank you very much for the experience!
My wife and I did the 4 day tour from Marrakech to Fes with our guide, Ismail. The whole trip was incredible from seeing the jaw dropping views and taking in the incredible Berber culture, we would recommend it to anyone
Ismail was an incredible guide with his great knowledge of everywhere we visited and was genuinely a pleasure to travel with the whole time. Thanks again Ismail!
The 4 day tour is a private experience, ensuring that only the travelers making the inquiry will be participating. No additional individuals will join the tour. Our primary focus is on providing high-quality, personalized experiences, which is why we mainly offer private tours.
The Vehicle will be either a SUV (4×4) or a Minivan, both with A/C
Vehicle Details :
For groups larger than 8, a minibus that takes up to 18 pax can be provided.
The Camel ride is 40 minutes to 1.5 hours long, depending on which camp you are staying in.
* If you do not wish to do the camel ride, the camp has a 4×4 that takes people and luggage in and out of the camp, that you can use.
* Alternatively, ATVs can be arranged at an additional cost.
During the Camel Ride, you will only take what’s necessary for the Ride.
The rest of your luggage will be transported in the camp’s 4×4, and you will find it waiting for you at the camp.
Please provide us with any dietary preferences you may have, and we will ensure that your needs are met. Kindly inform us of your preferences in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements for lunch stops and notify the Riad/Camp accordingly, as dinners are included in the package.
This tour is suitable for individuals of all ages. However, please note that the tour involves approximately 2 to 7 hours of driving each day, plus off-roading during the desert excursion . While our vehicles are new and comfortable, and we make regular stops along the way, if you are not used to this level of travel, you may wish to consider a longer tour, such as our 5 Days tour, to reduce the duration of daily driving, or let us know your preferences, and we will plan an itinerary accordingly
The meeting point for the tour is at 8:30 a.m. at any location within Marrakech. If your Riad is accessible by car, we will pick you up directly from there. In case of accessibility issues, we will pick you up from the nearest accessible road point. This can be arranged upon confirmation of your booking.
At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at your hotel or Riad in Fes, or the closest available parking lot. The tour typically concludes between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. in Fes, but the exact duration may vary depending on the time spent at each location.
Currency Exchange : Euros or USD can be exchanged for Moroccan Dirham (MAD) at various locations throughout Morocco, including banks and currency exchange bureaus. Additionally, ATMs are widely available for cash withdrawals.
While credit cards and foreign currencies (Euros/USD) are generally accepted, it is advisable to carry local currency (MAD) for convenience and ease of transactions.
Meal Costs : Meals typically range from €5 to €20 per person, but prices may vary depending on the establishment.
Haggling / Price Negotiation : Haggling or price negotiation is an accepted practice in Morocco, and it is expected that customers will engage in this process. Even locals commonly participate in haggling.