3-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour “From the Middle Atlas to the High Atlas: Sahara, Gorges, and Kasbahs”

From Fes to Marrakech: A Scenic 3-Day Desert Tour

Embark on a 3-day, 2-night adventure from Fes to Marrakech, exploring Morocco’s diverse landscapes. Journey through the Middle Atlas, marvel at the Sahara’s golden dunes, and trek through the stunning Todra and Dades Gorges. Experience Berber culture in Merzouga, visit Ouarzazate, and discover the iconic Aït Benhaddou kasbah. Cross the majestic High Atlas mountains, offering breathtaking views before arriving in Marrakech. This tour combines desert exploration, dramatic canyons, ancient kasbahs, and stunning mountain scenery, making it a perfect Moroccan adventure.

Tour Highlights

Journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains, including stops at Ifrane and Azrou.
Witness the beauty of the Ziz Valley and its lush palm groves.
Experience a camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset.
Spend a magical night in a traditional Berber desert camp.
Visit the Todra Gorges and admire their towering rock walls.
Explore the Dades Valley and the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.
Discover Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Morocco.”
Walk through the iconic Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass.

Included/Excluded

Pickup from your Fes accommodation
Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking driver
Free time to explore villages and sites
Half-board accommodation (dinner and breakfast included)
Overnight in a Berber desert camp
Camel trekking (one camel per person)
Drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation

Lunches and drinks
Tips and gratuities
Any items not mentioned in the itinerary

Tour Plan

Day 1 Fes to Merzouga – A Journey into the Sahara

Begin your adventure with an early departure, traveling through the stunning landscapes of the Middle Atlas Mountains. Pass through Imouzzer and the charming alpine town of Ifrane, known as the "Switzerland of Morocco." Stop near the Berber village of Azrou, home to cedar forests and mischievous Barbary macaques.

Continue through the scenic Col du Zad and Tizi Talghemt passes, with breathtaking views of the Ziz Valley and its lush palm groves. Along the way, you'll admire ancient kasbahs and traditional Berber villages. Arrive in Merzouga, where your camel awaits for an unforgettable sunset trek into the dunes. Spend the night under the stars in a traditional Berber camp, enjoying a delicious dinner and live drumming around the campfire.

Day 2 Merzouga to Ouarzazate : Journey through the Gorges: Todra & Dades Valley Exploration

Day 3 Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Discover Aït Benhaddou & the High Atlas

After breakfast, visiting its renowned film studios and discovering the historic Taourirt Kasbah. Head to the UNESCO-listed Aït Benhaddou, a fortified village and filming location for iconic movies like Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia.

Enjoy a leisurely lunch before crossing the majestic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Marvel at the panoramic views as you descend into the bustling city of Marrakech, where your tour concludes with a drop-off at your accommodation.

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