Take an exciting Fes to Marrakech desert tour 4 days to explore the breathtaking Erg Chebbi Dunes. This guided tour showcases the incredible geographic and cultural variety of Southern Morocco as it winds across Morocco's Sahara desert.
On this 4 days journey from Fes to Marrakech , you will travel via the picturesque Ziz Valley and the Middle Atlas Mountains to Merzouga. Visit a local family in the desert on the second day, take a camel ride across the fascinating Erg Chebbi dunes, and camp in the desert for the night.
Travel to the stunning Todra Gorges in Tinghir and Dades Gorges on the third day. The breathtaking kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou is visited on the fourth day, which takes you down the well-known "Road of 1000 Kasbahs." At last, traverse the majestic High Atlas Mountains to reach Marrakech, capping off an incredible 4-day journey from Fes to Marrakech.
On this once-in-a-lifetime trip, take in the finest of Morocco's Sahara desert and become fully immersed in its distinctive and lively culture.
For your seven days in Morocco, choosing our private four-day itinerary over other trip options has various benefits. These are some of the causes:
Convenience: By handling the planning and transportation, a private tour frees you up to unwind and enjoy your vacation without worrying about the little things. A dedicated driver who is acquainted with the area's roads and customs will take care of everything, making your trip hassle-free.
To obtain a sense of what to expect during the tour, review the itinerary for the 4-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour provided below. Additionally, you are welcome to modify the schedule to fit your interests.
Your 4-day desert journey from Fes to Marrakech begins with a morning pickup from your Fes hotel or riad. Leave the city and travel to Ifrane, where you can stop for a quick 15 minutes and maybe have a cup of coffee. From there, continue on to Azrou, a cedar forest in the Middle Atlas Mountains. You will get a chance to see the Barbary monkeys here.
Travel through Midelt and the palm-filled Ziz Valley on your way to Merzouga. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon and spend the night in a stunning riad with a view of the town's surrounding golden sand dunes.
Driving distance: Approximately 500 km
Driving time: Approximately 7 hr 30 km
In your riad, you'll start your day of exploring the Merzouga desert with a delectable breakfast. The residents of the little hamlet of Khamlia, who are originally from South Africa, play a distinctive kind of music known as Gnawa. This will be your first destination. After that, you'll travel off-road to M'Fis, an abandoned settlement home to galena mines—a mineral that was formerly used to create mascara.
In addition, while sipping tea in one of their traditional Berber tents, you will have the chance to discover more about the nomadic way of life of a family who lives close to the borders behind the Erg Chebbi Dunes. This ethnic group has made the decision to live apart from civilization in a totally distinct way, and it is fascinating to discover their way of life.
Prepare yourself for an amazing camel ride to your desert tent in the afternoon over Merzouga's tall dunes. While traveling, you will pause at a tall dune where you can go sandboarding and take in the breathtaking sunset. Following dinner, unwind by a campfire beneath a starry sky as the camp staff teaches you how to play the drums and plays music. Have a wonderful evening.
Total driving distance: around 254 km.
Total driving time: around 4 Hr
It's highly advised to get up early today in order to see a beautiful sunrise. Enjoy a delicious meal at your desert tent after that.
After that, you'll go to Dades Gorge on an exciting road trip that stops at several locations, including Rissani, Erfoud, Tinghir, and Todra Gorge. In the event that this Sunday, Tuesday, or Thursday happens to be a market day in Rissani, you have the option of going to a typical Moroccan market. You will get a peek into the local way of life from this amazing cultural experience. Spices, street cuisine, and indigenous handicrafts that are hard to find elsewhere can be found here. There are plenty additional opportunities along the route to snap interesting photos and discover more about the local people and their traditions.
Reach Dades Gorge in the afternoon, where your overnight accommodations are waiting for you. Dine and spend the night at your lodging.
Total driving distance around 275 km
Total driving time around 4 Hr
You will have a great breakfast at your hotel before going out and seeing the neighborhood. After that, travel to Ouarzazate via the 1000 Kasbahs Road. You can take pictures from outside or visit the Atlas Studios here. See the Ait Ben Hadou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that served as the backdrop for several well-known films and television shows, including Gladiator and Prince of Persia.
Following a delicious lunch, you continue traveling to Marrakech by traversing the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains. A variety of quaint Moroccan Berber settlements will be passed by. There will be numerous stops along the route. After dropping you off at your Marrakech lodging, your 4-day journey from Fes to Marrakech will come to a conclusion. You will have gained richer experiences from the trip.
Total driving distance: around 353 km.
Total driving time: around 6 Hr 30 min
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