Explore the enchanting journey from Marrakech to Fes, enriched with a captivating Sahara adventure in between. This tour offers a remarkable opportunity to discover the diverse and stunning landscapes, along with captivating attractions that span a significant part of the country. The highlight of the experience is undoubtedly the unforgettable desert encounter, where you'll embark on a magical camel ride through the mesmerizing dunes, witnessing the breathtaking sunset and morning vistas. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the starry desert nights, indulging in the comforts of a deluxe camp equipped with private tents, complete with en suite bathroom and shower facilities. Prepare to be captivated by the beauty and wonder of this extraordinary journey.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Pick up and drop off service
✔ Private Tents with en-suite Bathroom
✔ Dinner
✔ Breakfast
✔ Flexible stops and breaks with optional visits
✖ Lunch meals
✖ Extra drinks on included meals
Departure & Return
Departure:
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From your riad/hotel or the closest parking lot to you
Itinerary
Marrakech - Dades gorges
1
High Atlas Mountains
Pick up from your Hotel at 08am and heading south east across the Tizi-n-Tichka pass of the high Atlas Mountains. Several stops for coffee, toilets and to appreciate the panoramic views and to take pictures.
Duration: 30 minutes
2
Ait Ben Haddou
Then we continue to visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait benhaddou, a site used by many film makers as a backdrop for their works, such as the "Gladiator", "Lawrence of Arabia" and some shots of the famous TV series "Game of Thrones". We will have lunch at one of the restaurants at the foothills of the Kasbahs.
Duration: 2 hours
3
Ouarzazate
After lunch we will drive to Ouarzazate with option to visit the Atlas Studios and Taourirt Kasbah. ( The visit are optional ).
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Skoura
we continue to Dades gorges through the vast palm-groves of Skoura, if time permits we will visit Kasbah Amredile.
5
Vallee Des Roses
The rose valley stretching along the M'Goun river ( the rose of Damascena was brought to Morocco centuries ago by a berber merchant from Damascus, hence the name, they blossom between April and mid-May ).
6
Boumalne Dades
Taking a detour form the main road, we will drive up the valley of Dades to reach our hotel with a couple of stops to enjoy the beautiful views of the valley and a bizarre rock formation called "The monkey feet" . We will spend the night in our hotel in Dades.
Duration: 30 minutes
Dades Gorges - Merzouga
1
Todgha Gorge
After breakfast, we will drive from Dades gorges to Erg chebbi Sahara desert at Merzouga. Reach the immense cliffs, where you can enjoy a short walk to fully take in the beauty of the place
Duration: 30 minutes
2
From there, we continue to Tinjdad for lunch in one of the local restaurants, before we head to Erg chebbi dunes in Merzouga.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Erfoud
Continue to Erfoud in which you can feel the beginning of the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet and its immense arid plateaus.
4
Erg Chebbi Dunes
Once you arrive to Merzouga, a small off-road takes you to the edge of the golden dunes where camels are waiting for you, the luggage will be loaded in an 4x4 car and transported to the camp, and you can enjoy a beautiful camel ride over the sand dunes and watch a majestic desert sunset on your way to the camp
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Merzouga Desert
After reaching your destination, you will be greeted with tea and smiles. You will be shown to your beautiful comfortable private tents equipped with ensuite bathrooms and showers to relax and settle before dinner time. After a delicious meal, fire will be lit and a festive ambiance takes over with musical plays by the staff and cameleers under the starry night of the desert
Duration: 60 minutes
Merzouga Desert - Fes
1
Erfoud
An early morning wake up is recommended to witness the amazing sunrise from the dunes. you will have breakfast in the camp, pack and go back either on camels or by 4x4 leaving the dunes behind. Back on the asphalt roads,
2
Errachidia
Drive along the Ziz Valley, remarkable for the extent of its palm trees and the volume of dates produced each year. Notice the many ksars, fortified houses merchants built to protect their wares. Stopping for a panoramic view of the oasis of Aoufous in the Tafilalte region.
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Midelt
Stop for lunch in Midelt.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Azrou Cedar Forest
Stop at the Cedar forest near Azrou and the mountain of the middle Atlas with the possibility to see the Barbary apes (monkies).
Duration: 15 minutes
5
Ifrane
You may wish to have a stop in Ifrane (the Switzerland of Morocco), to use the bathroom or enjoy a coffee before carrying on to Fes.
Duration: 15 minutes
6
Fez
Arrive to Fez. Drop you off at your accommodation.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• In the unlikely event that the minimum number of 4 paying adults is not reached, tours will be cancelled
