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The Fez to Marrakech journey through the Sahara Desert is one of Morocco's most famous desert tours. It connects these two imperial cities, taking you through beautiful ancient villages, the Sahara Desert, and breathtaking expansive landscapes.
The distance between Fez and Marrakech is approximately 530 kilometers, requiring a minimum of 3 days and 2 nights for this desert tour. You'll enjoy exceptional local cuisine, incredible scenery, and ancient villages that date back thousands of years and are still used today. The Fez to Marrakech desert excursion is an experience you shouldn't miss.
Alternatively, you also have the option to do the same route in reverse, from Marrakech to Fez, on the 3-day private desert excursion from Marrakech to Fez.
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At 8:00 a.m., we begin our 3-day private excursion from Fez to Marrakech through the Sahara Desert. We depart towards Midelt, through the Atlas Mountains and the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas. We pass through Ifrane, a charming ski resort, and Azrou, a significant craft center specializing in cedar woodwork. Later, we arrive in Midelt for lunch. In the afternoon, we will head to Erfoud and venture into the desert.
Upon reaching Merzouga, we will engage in one of the most significant activities of the desert tour, a camel ride through the beautiful dunes of Erg Chebbi. We will spend the night at a desert camp. You will indulge in a delicious Berber dinner and sleep in a traditional nomadic tent or under the stars.
On the second day of the Fes to Marrakech desert excursion, we will wake up to capture stunning sunrise photos and enjoy an outdoor breakfast. We return to the hotel on camels for a shower. Then, we set off towards Erfoud, known for its fossil preparation. We drive through Palm Grove, stopping for lunch. Afterward, we take a short walk through the Todra Gorges. We then head to our stopping point, the Dades Gorges. Dinner and accommodation will be provided at the hotel.
After breakfast, we will take a short walk through the gorges before continuing our 3-day desert excursion from Fes to Marrakech. We will follow the Dades Valley through El Kelaa M'Gouna, known as the Valley of Roses and the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.
We will visit Ouarzazate, where we will stop for lunch in the village of Ait Benhaddou. We will have time to explore the famous UNESCO-protected site that has served as a backdrop for numerous films, including Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and more. We will then drive through the Tichka Pass to reach Marrakech.
Your 3-day desert excursion from Fez to Merzouga will conclude in the afternoon in Marrakech.
The meeting time is set for 8 AM, and the place will be your Riad or hotel. For same-day arrivals, the airport can be the starting point. Expect a call the night before your tour to confirm the meeting details.
Go ahead and book your Morocco desert tour. For the pick-up hotel section, enter TBC (To Be Confirmed) and email us or text us the hotel information in Marrakech once your booking is confirmed to update the pick-up details.
Local guides are not automatically included in our Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga tour offerings. In fact, a guide at Ait Benhaddou Kasbah is optional and not part of the standard package.
Yes, we are able to accommodate vegetarians, vegans, and other special diets on the Fes to Marrakech 3-Day Desert Tour via Merzouga. It's important to inform us in advance at the time of booking.
Yes, sandboarding is available at no extra cost. They're optional make sure to ask the camp staff for the boards beforehand.
Riders must be at least 16 years old to ride alone, while younger children must ride with an adult.
No, a license is not needed. Instructions and safety measures will be provided by our guides prior.
Yes, quad biking is an option instead of camel riding on the Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour. This requires an additional fee and must be booked in advance. The quad tour will take place at sunset, and the return will be by camel at sunrise.
Loved the tour.
This trip was an absolute delight. The organization was flawless, and the accommodations were top-notch. The camel ride at sunset was a highlight. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a desert adventure.
Incredible tour.
A wonderful desert trip with great staff and amazing program.
A perfect escape.
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