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The Fes to Marrakech desert tour 4 days long is ideal for people who arrive in Fes and have very limited time in Morocco but would like to do the camel trek & spend a night at the desert camp and Visiting Marrakech. During the Fes 4 days desert tour you’ll travel to the Sahara desert through the Middle Atlas, Azrou forest and Ziz Valley before you do a Camel trekking Ride in Merzouga & overnight at Erg Chebbi desert, Next Day you will discover the palm grove of Tinghr with its magnificent gorges before spending a night at Dades Valley. At the last is the day you will visit the famous Kasbah of Ait ben Haddou before you across the high Atlas mountains and arrival at Marrakech where our 4 days Fes to Marrakech desert Tour ends.
Fes / Marrakech
6/7 am ( depends on which season)
Welcome to Morocco! our 4 days trip starts with an early departure from Fez to Merzouga via the Middle Atlas Mountains. Enjoy a nice drive through Berber villages. Stop in the beautiful city of Ifrane (known as “Moroccan Switzerland “), continue to Azrou, the famous cedar forest where you can see the monkeys, and pause in Midelt city, where you can have lunch. After lunch, we continue to Erfoud through Ziz Valley (a nice panoramic view with the scenery of the oasis). On the drive from Arfoud to the dunes, you will see some nomadic Berber tribes. Arrive in Merzouga, where the camels are waiting for you for an adventurous ride to see and admire the magical moment of the sunset. You will enjoy your dinner with Berber folklore in the open air and you will sleep in a traditional Berber tent. Arrive in Merzouga and stay overnight in an Auberge. This first day sets the pace for the whole Fes to Marrakech desert tour 4 days route.
Today will be the most memorable of the 4 days Sahara desert trip, After breakfast, you will visit Merzouga, the pride of southern Morocco, discovering the wonderful oasis, local villages, traditional music, and beautiful dunes. After relaxing, head back to the Auberge. You will go for a camel ride and go on an adventure in the sand dunes. You will spend the night in an equipped camp with drum music in the middle of the Erg Chebbi (Sahara), where you can take lovely pictures of the sunset. When we arrive at the camp, we climb the high dunes to see the sunset and spend the night in a nomad tent.
This morning, you’ll rise with the sun to witness what we hope is a spectacular sunrise among the dunes. This is truly worthwhile and is what our Morocco desert tours are all about! We return by camels to a local hotel, following breakfast and a quick shower, we start our trip towards Ouarzazate, passing Tinjdad, visiting Todgha Gorge, the highest oasis valley gorges in Morocco. We continue to Boumalene Dades where we will visit Dades Gorges and we stay here overnight for dinner and accommodation hotel.
As today marks the end of the 4 days trip but the most vivid memory of today will be Ait Ben Haddou, the road takes you in the direction of Ouarzazate, the Hollywood of Africa, where the Atlas Studios is reputed to be one of the largest movie studios in the world. Although many of our travelers opt not to visit the film studio, the Kasbah de Taorirt in town is worth a stop. Then we will visit Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO world heritage site, which, as well as being the best extant example in the area of a walled town protected by Kasbahs, the homes of the wealthy and powerful, has been the backdrop to many Hollywood blockbusters and major historical television programs, including Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia. If you are a fan of A Game of Thrones you will recognize Ait Ben Haddou from the final scene of series three. (The series has used a number of locations including Essaouira.) We continue our trip crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the highest road pass in Morocco called Tizni Tichka pass at 2260 meters. It offers impressive views of valleys, mountains and many Berber villages nearby. Arrival in the evening to Marrakech and end of the 4-day desert tour from Fes to desert and Marrakech.
The 4 days Sahara desert tour from Fes to Marrakech will be coming to an end! We do truly hope you enjoyed the trip with our team!
Standard accommodation:
Dades:Â Auberge Panorama or similar
Merzouga: Silk Caravan Camp or similar.
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Superior accommodation:
Dades: Kser Sultan, Xaluca Dades or similar
Merzouga: Golden Camp or similar.
Fes is about 470 km (290 miles) from Merzouga, or 7 to 8 hours of driving without long stops. On our Fes to Marrakech desert tour 4 days long, you cover it on the first day of the trip. Stops in the Middle Atlas, the Azrou cedar forest and the Ziz Valley break up the long drive.
A DIY trip by public bus costs less, but you must book the camp and plan every transfer yourself. Our 4 days tour from Fes to Marrakech is guided, with one driver from your riad to Marrakech. You also see the gorges, Ait Ben Haddou and the Atlas passes, which public buses simply drive past.
The drives are long, so pack snacks, water and a charged phone for each long day on the road. Desert nights turn cold outside summer, even when the afternoon in Merzouga feels very hot and dry. Standard camps often share toilets, so ask for a superior camp if a private bathroom matters a lot to you.
Night buses and shared group tours are the cheapest options, though they leave little room for photo stops. Travel with friends or family, and our 4 days Fes to Marrakech desert tour costs less per person. Ask us for a quote on the Fes to Marrakech desert tour 4 days with a standard desert camp.
Pack light layers, a warm jacket for cold desert nights, a scarf to protect your face from sand, sunglasses and strong sunscreen. Comfortable closed shoes help on the dunes. Bring a small backpack for the camp night, since large suitcases stay in the vehicle. Cash for tips and snacks is useful in small villages along the road.
Spring and autumn are the best seasons, with warm days and cool nights in Merzouga and the Dades Valley. Summer days in the Sahara can pass 40 degrees, so camel rides happen early and late. Winter is sunny but nights are very cold, and snow can sometimes close the Tizi n Tichka pass for a few hours.
Yes, because the tour is private, we can adjust the final day to your plans. Many travelers end in Marrakech, but we can also drop you in Ouarzazate, at Marrakech airport or at any riad in the city. Tell us your dates when you ask for a quote, and we will confirm the route and the final price.
Yes, families and older travelers join this trip often, because the private vehicle stops whenever you need a break. Camel rides are short and gentle, and anyone who prefers not to ride can tell the guide in advance. The Fes to Marrakech desert tour 4 days includes long drives, so we suggest a superior camp with a private bathroom.
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