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3 day tour to Merzouga desert ending in Fes.

Overview

This 3-day tour is the perfect way to travel from Marrakech to Fes while experiencing Morocco’s most breathtaking landscapes. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, visit the UNESCO kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, explore Todra Gorge, and enjoy an unforgettable camel trek into the dunes of Merzouga. End your journey in the cultural capital of Fes.


Highlights

  • Scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi n’Tichka Pass.

  • Visit the fortified Ait Benhaddou Kasbah (UNESCO site).

  • Explore the Dades Valley and the dramatic Todra Gorge.

  • Camel trek into the dunes of Merzouga at sunset.

  • Overnight stay in a luxury desert camp under the stars.

  • Sunrise camel ride in the Sahara.

  • End the tour in the imperial city of Fes.


Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

  • Depart Marrakech in the morning.

  • Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass.

  • Visit Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a famous filming location.

  • Continue to Ouarzazate and then drive through the Skoura Oasis.

  • Stop in the Rose Valley and continue to Dades Valley.

  • Dinner and overnight in a hotel/riad in Dades.

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert (Camel Trek & Camp)

  • Breakfast at the hotel.

  • Drive through Berber villages and visit the dramatic Todra Gorge.

  • Continue to Erfoud, known for its fossils, then to Merzouga.

  • Meet your camels for a trek into the dunes at sunset.

  • Arrive at a desert camp for traditional dinner, Berber music, and overnight stay under the stars.

Day 3: Merzouga – Midelt – Ifrane – Fes

  • Wake up for a magical sunrise over the Sahara dunes.

  • Camel ride back to Merzouga for breakfast and shower.

  • Drive through the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas Mountains.

  • Stop in Midelt for lunch and in Ifrane (known as Morocco’s Switzerland).

  • Evening arrival in Fes. End of tour.


Tour Includes

  • Private transport with driver/guide.

  • 2 nights’ accommodation (Dades hotel + desert camp).

  • Breakfasts & dinners during the tour.

  • Camel trek in Merzouga Desert.

  • Pick-up in Marrakech & drop-off in Fes.

Tour Excludes

  • Lunches & drinks.

  • Entrance fees to monuments.

  • Personal expenses & tips.

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