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Fes to the desert

4 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech

Explore a rich and varied combination of many unforgettable Moroccan cities and regions. Enjoy a desert adventure. Sleep in a traditional desert camp, see the sunrise and sunset from on top of the high sand dunes, and enjoy spectacular views of Berber villages.
A 4x4 on a mountain road below the snow-capped High Atlas
Overview

About this trip

The 4 day Fes to Marrakech private trip Departure will be from Fes to Merzouga, crossing the Middle Atlas and passing by the city of Ifrane (the Moroccan Switzerland) famous for its charming sky resort and almost perpetual snow. We will then continue towards Azrou, famous for its cedar forests and inhabited by monkeys that we can observe and feed. We will continue towards the south, crossing multiple Berber villages and arrive at Midelt for lunch.
After lunch we will drive to Erfoud, passing by Tizi N’Talghoumt, from where you can appreciate impressive panoramic views of the Middle Atlas. We will also cross the Gorges and Ziz Valley, and its desertic landscapes. Once we arrive to Erfoud, we will take an off-road route to reach the hotel near the dunes. There you will feel the peace and tranquillity of the desert and enjoy a spectacular sunset and a fascinating sky full of starts.
Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Departure
Fes
Ends in
Marrakech
Tour type
Private tour
Highlights

What you'll experience

  • Cross the Tizi-n-Tichka pass through the High Atlas MountainsVisit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Aït Benhaddou
  • Drive past the Valley of the Roses and the Road of 1001 Kasbahs
  • Discover traditional villages, towns, and beautiful valleys
  • Cross the dunes of Erg Chebbi on a camel back
  • Enjoy a spectacular desert sunset and sunrise
  • Spend the night in a Berber camp
Day by day

Itinerary

  • The 4 day Fes to Marrakech private trip Departure will be from Fes to Merzouga, crossing the Middle Atlas and passing by the city of Ifrane (the Moroccan Switzerland) famous for its charming sky resort and almost perpetual snow. We will then continue towards Azrou, famous for its cedar forests and inhabited by monkeys that we can observe and feed. We will continue towards the south, crossing multiple Berber villages and arrive at Midelt for lunch.
    After lunch we will drive to Erfoud, passing by Tizi N’Talghoumt, from where you can appreciate impressive panoramic views of the Middle Atlas. We will also cross the Gorges and Ziz Valley, and its desertic landscapes. Once we arrive to Erfoud, we will take an off-road route to reach the hotel near the dunes. There you will feel the peace and tranquillity of the desert and enjoy a spectacular sunset and a fascinating sky full of starts.
  • After breakfast, the 2nd day of 4 day Fes to Marrakech private trip begins where we’ll be exploring the neighboring villages of Merzouga such as Hassi Labied and the village of Khamlia (village of the Gnaoua), where you can hear the musicians from Mali. You will be able to enjoy an offroad drive around the dunes of Erg Chebbi and see the nomads tents where the nomads of the desert live and have a tea with a nomad family.
    In the afternoon the camels caravan will be waiting to take you to the heart of the desert just in time to enjoy a majestic sunset and admire the color-changing sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. You will spend the night in a camp in the middle of the desert and have a taste of Berber Life. You will be settled in a nomad tent and welcomed with a traditional Moroccan mint tea and Berber dinner. After dinner, your nomad hosts will invite you to enjoy a session of Berbers drumming, singing and dancing around the camp fire, under the shining stars of the night in the Sahara Desert.
  • If there is something that no one can miss in this 4 day Fes to Marrakech private trip is enjoying a sunrise in the desert, so this day we will get up early (you can climb on to one of the highest dunes of Erg Chebbi). You will then ride the camels to the hostel for a quick shower and breakfast, before continuing our tour towards Ouarzazate, passing by Rissani, birthplace of Morocco’s ruling royal family and the age-old capital of the Tafilalt region, famous for its traditional Souk (market), the biggest in the south of Morocco.
    There you will be able to visit the market of donkeys, goats and cows. We will then continue our tour until we reach the spectacular and dramatic Todra Gorges (the Todra river bed has formed a gorge of vertical walls of enormous proportions and of great beauty, the paradise of the climbers). We will stop to explore the canyons and have lunch. Our journey will also cover the Dades Valley, the Roses Valley and the Skoura Oasis, until we arrive to our destination: Ouarzazate. Accommodation and dinner in a charming Riad.
  • In the last day of our 4 day Fes to Marrakech private trip, we will leave the riad in Ouarzazate and continue towards the village of Ait Benhaddou and visit the magnificent Kasbah (fortress) classified as UNESCO world heritage site since 1987 and famous film production location (Gladiator, Game of Thrones).
    The guide will explain you the history of this magic place and will take you to the top of the hill to admire the beautiful views of the whole village. We will then start our journey back to Marrakech via the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi n’ Tichka pass (about 2260 meters altitude), stopping along the way to have lunch. We will arrive in Marrakech late in the afternoon.
    Our Team will transfer you to the Airport where we’ll say Goodbye to you. we really hope you’ve enjoyed this amazing 4 day Fes to Marrakech private trip in Morocco.
    Thank you for your trust in our services.
  • The details

    What's included

    Included

    • An English speaking driver
    • Dinner and breakfast
    • Lodging-half board
    • Qualified vehicle and gas
    • camel per person

    Not included

    • Attractions
    • Midday meals and beverages
    • Tips and personal expenses
    Good to know

    Practical information

    Start / end point

    The 4 day Fes to Marrakech private trip starts early morning from your hotel or riad in Fes city and Ends in Marrakech.

    What to bring

    • Casual, comfortable, athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat, and warm jacket

    Payment options

    Accepted payment methods: Visa, Mastercard, Paypal. All our tours are adaptable, both in the number of days and in the itinerary.
    Questions

    Frequently asked questions

    The tour starts early morning with a pick-up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech city, and ends back in Marrakech late in the afternoon on day 3.

    We accept Visa, Mastercard and PayPal.

    Yes. All our tours are adaptable, both in the number of days and in the itinerary. Contact us with your dates and preferences.

    Warm clothing in winter (no sleeping bags required), light clothing in summer, sunscreen, a hat, good walking shoes, a flashlight and trousers for the camel trek.

    Yes, this is a private trip with your own English speaking driver and vehicle.

    Reviews

    What our travellers say

    • I had an incredible experience with Get Morocco Tours. From the very first moment, the team was incredibly professional, friendly, and attentive to every detail. The trip planning was impeccable, allowing us to discover Morocco in an authentic and worry-free way. Every destination we visited was breathtaking, and it's clear they know the country inside and out. The local guides were fantastic, especially Ali, always willing to share their knowledge and make every moment special. Furthermore, the itinerary was perfectly balanced between adventure, culture, and time to relax. If you're thinking of visiting Morocco, I highly recommend choosing them. Thanks to them, I had a wonderful time and have unforgettable memories of this beautiful country. I would definitely repeat the experience with them.
      Laura Martinez
      Google
    • We did a roud trip from Fes to Marrakesh in 4 days. We had a great time. The Desert experience was simply amazing, but all the pack was fantastic. Our guide Mohammed Fayoo, is a fantastic guy. Show us all the good stuff and advices as well. Thank you for everything!!
      Valter Lima
      Tripadvisor
    • From the very first moment, everything was impeccable! Ali and her team took care of every detail: transfers, accommodations, activities, and everything else that came up along the way, with a warmth and professionalism that exceeded my expectations! We felt supported the entire time, with everyone always attentive to our needs! Every experience, from staying in charming riads to sharing traditional meals with locals, was authentic and memorable! What I appreciate most is their passion: you can tell they love what they do, and that comes through in every moment of the trip. Without a doubt, I would choose them again. Thank you for making this adventure unforgettable!
      Marlene Bonvin
      Google
    • We booked a 4 day tour with Ali for a group of 5 people. The experience was awesome! We visited places like Ourzazate, Dades Valley, Atlas mountains and the Merzouga desert. The tour was very well organized and we found the accommodation well above our standards. Personally I'd recommend this trip to all my friends who want to travel to Morocco. Ali tried to make the most of our tour at all times and he had a very attentive attitude. Besides, we found him very flexible and friendly, we enjoyed the long talks in the car so much! Let alone all the things we learnt about the Berber culture and traditions (some Berber words as well!). Ali is the best tour guide you could possibly find in Morocco, he's so much fun! We were supposed to make a trip to Essaouira with another company but we enjoyed the 4 day trip to the desert so much that we cancelled the other one to go with Ali even if it was a bit more expensive. Imagine! Ali 100% recommended tour guide!! We need to come back :)
      June G
      Tripadvisor

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