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From Fez to an Adventure in the Sahara Desert

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Excursion Details

⏳ 2 Days & 2 Nights

Fez > Ifrane > Azrou > Midelt > Ziz Valley > Erfoud > Merzouga > Khamlia > Nomad Family > Erg Chebbi > Rissani > Todra Gorge > Dades Valley > Kelaa M’Gouna > Skoura > Ouarzazate > Ait Ben Haddou > High Atlas > Marrakech

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Description of the tour

Start with a transfer to your accommodation in Fez. On Day 2, travel through Ifrane, Azrou, and the Ziz Valley towards Erfoud and Merzouga, with an overnight stay at a local hotel. Day 3 includes a visit to Khamlia, a meeting with a nomadic family, followed by a camel trek through the Erg Chebbi dunes, ending with an overnight stay in a Berber tent. On Day 4, explore Rissani and the Todra Gorges, before arriving in the Dades Valley for dinner and overnight. Day 5 crosses the Rose Valley with a visit to Ouarzazate, including the Taourirt Kasbah. End Day 6 with a tour of Marrakech’s highlights before your transfer to the airport.

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Itinerary

Start your adventure with a transfer from your hotel in Fez to Merzouga, crossing the Middle and High Atlas mountains.

  • Stop in Ifrane, nicknamed “The Switzerland of Morocco,” known for its unique architecture and cool climate.
  • Explore the cedar forests of Azrou, where you can meet wild macaques that you can feed and photograph.
  • Enjoy lunch in Midelt and take a moment to relax.
  • Visit a fossilized marble workshop in Erfoud.
  • Continue your journey through the picturesque Ziz Valley, with a stop to photograph the ruins of ancient villages.
  • Arrive at the stunning Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga. Rest with a traditional cup of mint tea before spending the night at a local hotel.
  • Visit the village of Khamlia to discover the traditional Gnawa music of the Tuareg people.
  • Meet a nomadic family and learn about their simple, authentic way of life.
  • Have lunch in the shade of an acacia tree in the middle of the desert.
  • Return to the hotel for a break and enjoy a traditional cup of mint tea before starting a camel trek.
  • Embark on a camel trek through the Erg Chebbi dunes, a perfect opportunity for sunset photos.
  • Arrive at the desert campsite for an evening of traditional Berber music, local cuisine, and stargazing.
  • Spend the night in a traditional nomadic-style Berber tent.
  • Wake up early to witness a stunning sunrise in the desert.
  • Return to the hotel on camelback for a traditional Moroccan breakfast and to freshen up.
  • Visit Rissani, a historic center for travelers and the salt trade, and explore the local market.
  • Continue your journey towards the villages of Tinjedad and Touroug, discovering impressive palm groves.
  • Head towards the Todra Gorge, famous for its narrow cliffs, 300 meters high, attracting climbers from all over the world.
  • Enjoy lunch at a local café with a view of the valley.
  • Arrive at the Dades Valley, known for its breathtaking landscapes, and enjoy a dinner, breakfast the following morning, and an overnight stay at a luxury hotel.
  • After breakfast, take the road through the Rose Valley to Kelaa M’Gouna, the Moroccan capital of roses, famous for its annual rose festival in May.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant near the valley.
  • Arrive in Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco,” and visit the famous Kasbah of Taourirt.
  • Enjoy dinner and spend the night in Ouarzazate.
  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Ait Ben Haddou, a major cultural and historical location as well as a filming site for many international movies.
  • Lunch break at the Kasbah of Talouet.
  • Continue the journey to Marrakech through the Atlas Mountains, passing the Tizin Tichka Pass.
  • Make several stops along the way to capture the breathtaking landscapes.
  • Arrive in Marrakech and spend the night in a traditional riad or hotel in the heart of the old medina.
  • Spend the day exploring Marrakech with a guided tour of the city’s most important historical landmarks, including the Majorelle Gardens, Koutoubia Tower, Saadian Tombs, and Bahia Palace.
  • After the tour, enjoy free time to discover Marrakech at your own pace.
  • Spend the night in a hotel or riad.

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