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The BEST Marrakech To Fes Desert Tour 3 Days

The BEST Marrakech To Fes Desert Tour 3 Days is a spectacular journey that combines adventure, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. This 3-day trip takes you through the majestic Atlas Mountains, vast deserts, and historic towns. It’s the perfect way to explore Morocco’s diverse beauty and experience its rich traditions.

The tour begins in Marrakech and crosses the High Atlas Mountains. You’ll drive along the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, passing traditional Berber villages. The first major stop is Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This ancient kasbah is famous for its mud-brick architecture and appearances in many films.

On the second day, the journey continues into the heart of the Sahara Desert. You’ll visit Todra Gorge, known for its towering cliffs and stunning views. By evening, you’ll arrive at Merzouga, a gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes. Here, you can ride a camel into the desert and watch a magical sunset over the golden sands.

The highlight of the tour is an overnight stay in a desert camp. Enjoy traditional Moroccan music, a delicious dinner, and stargazing under a clear desert sky.

The final day includes exploring the Ziz Valley and the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains. Along the way, you might spot Barbary monkeys in their natural habitat. The tour ends in Fes, Morocco’s cultural capital.

The BEST Marrakech To Fes Desert Tour 3 Days adventure is ideal for those seeking to discover Morocco’s natural wonders and historic landmarks. From the towering Atlas Mountains to the serene beauty of the Sahara Desert, every moment of this journey is unforgettable. It’s a chance to connect with Morocco’s landscapes, traditions, and warm hospitality.

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Embark on the Best 2-Day Desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora for an unforgettable adventure. Departing at 8:00 am, you will traverse the scenic Tizi-n-Tichka pass, peaking at 2260 meters, where breathtaking countryside views await. Your journey includes a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, then on to Ouarzazate and the Dades Valley, famed as the "Route of the Thousand Kasbahs." Experience exotic landscapes featuring oases, fortified clay villages, and the celebrated Kasbah Ameridhil in Skoura.

As you venture through the Valley of Roses and Todra Canyon, you will be mesmerized by the unique beauty of the region before spending the night in a local hotel. The following morning, head towards Merzouga, through the lush Ziz Valley and Tafilalt's palm groves. End your journey with a camel ride across the stunning Erg Chebbi dunes, capped with a spectacular sunset. Overnight options include staying in nomadic tents or a hotel by the desert, completing your enriching desert tour.

Starting at 8:00 am, our 3-day desert tour to Fes via Merzouga begins in Marrakech. We head towards the Merzouga Desert, crossing the Tizi-n-Tichka mountain pass at 2260m (7415ft), offering stunning views of diverse landscapes. Our journey includes a visit to the historic Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Next, we proceed to Ouarzazate and the Dades Valley, known as the "Route of the Thousand Kasbahs." Here, you’ll witness exotic oases and fortified clay villages. We also visit Kasbah Ameridhil in Skoura, then traverse the Valley of Roses to El Kalaa-des-Mgoun. We pass through the breathtaking Todra Canyon before spending the night in a traditional hotel.
After breakfast, we head to Merzouga via Erfoud, passing through the scenic Ziz Valley and the palm groves of Tafilalt, Morocco's largest oasis region. In Erfoud, the capital of Tafilalt, we visit a fossil workshop. By afternoon, we reach the Merzouga oasis and Erg Chebbi, Morocco's largest sandy desert with dunes up to 100m high. You can opt for a camel tour or a leisurely stroll, capturing the breathtaking sunset. You have the choice to stay in nomadic tents amidst the dunes or a hotel at the desert’s edge.
After an early breakfast in Merzouga, Our journey through the picturesque Ziz Valley, one of Morocco's most beautiful valleys and the second-largest oasis, known for its quality dates. We pause for photos before continuing to Fes. On the way, we stop in Azrou to admire the Barbary macaques in the cedar forest. Next, we visit Ifrane, the cleanest city in Morocco and the second cleanest in the world, before finally arriving in Fes. We ensure your Riad accommodation is arranged upon arrival.

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