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3 Day Private and Shared Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga

By Travel Morocco Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 99,667 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Explore Morocco’s stunning landscapes on this 3-day tour from Fes to Merzouga. Visit Ifrane, known as 'Little Switzerland', and wander through the Cedar Forest, spotting playful monkeys. Experience the breathtaking Ziz Valley before embarking on a camel ride across the magnificent Erg Chebbi dunes. Spend nights under the stars in a desert camp, savor Berber cuisine, and immerse yourself in local culture, including Gnaoua music in Khamlia. This tour combines adventure, cultural insights, and stunning desert scenery for an unforgettable experience.

  • Duration: 3 days, with two nights in unique accommodations
  • Includes camel rides, local market visits, and scenic drives
  • Private or shared tour options to suit your preference
  • Expert guides provide rich cultural insights and ensure a memorable journey

Activity location

  • Ifrane
    • Ifrane, Morocco

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Bab Boujloud
    • Fes, Fez-Meknès, Morocco

Check availability

3 Day Private and Shared Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga
  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 99,667.33 x 1 AdultP 99,667.33
Total
Price is P 99,667.33

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Night with half Board in desert camp in Merzouga
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fuel surcharge
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Camel riding in Erg Chebbi dunes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Night with half Board in hotel in Ouarzazate
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunches and drinks Gratuities (optional)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fees like Ouarzazate Studio isn't included

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Fes – Azrou – Midelt – Merzouga.

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks, breakfast
  • Accommodation: Merzouga: Azawad Luxury Desert Camp or similar

Ifrane

  • 30m
You will be picked up from your accommodation or the Blue Gate (Bab Boujloud) if you choose the shared tour option, and begin your journey toward the breathtaking Erg Chebbi dunes in the Sahara Desert. Your adventure starts with a scenic drive through Ifrane, often called the "Switzerland of Morocco. Along the way, pass through the picturesque Middle Atlas Mountains and make a stop in the cedar forests of Azrou, where you may have the chance to see playful Barbary macaques. After a lunch break in Midelt, continue through the stunning landscapes of the Ziz Valley, known for its dramatic gorges and lush palm groves. Pass through Erfoud, a town famous for its fossil industry, before reaching Merzouga in the late afternoon. As the sun sets, you will enjoy an unforgettable camel trek across the golden dunes, leading you to your desert camp. Spend the night in a traditional Berber tent, enjoying local music under a star-filled sky and experiencing the magic of the Sahara.

Day 2: Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades valley.

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks, breakfast
  • Accommodation: Dades valley: Dar Rihana, Chez Ichou, Ksar Sultan, Canyon Lodge, Dades Paradise or similar (private option only)

Dades Gorges

  • 1h
Wake up early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the dunes, followed by a refreshing shower and breakfast. Then, ride camels back to the meeting point with your driver and set off on your journey. Bid farewell to the tranquility of the Sahara as you travel towards Rissani and Tafilalet, the historic heart of the Alaouite dynasty. Continue your adventure to the awe-inspiring Todra Gorges, where towering cliffs and dramatic landscapes create one of Morocco’s most remarkable sights. After lunch, journey through the picturesque Dades Valley, where you’ll spend the night in a charming hotel or riad, surrounded by the stunning beauty of the rugged canyons.

Day 3: 3rd day: Dades Valley - Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech.

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Ait Ben Haddou

  • 2h
After breakfast, journey through the picturesque Valley of Roses and along the famed Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, making your way to Ouarzazate. Here, you’ll pause to capture photos of the iconic Taourirt Kasbah and the renowned film studios before continuing to the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou. This enchanting Berber architectural masterpiece, dating back approximately 800 years, offers a glimpse into Morocco’s rich history. As you ascend to the top of the village hill, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the ancient caravan routes once used for trade, as well as the distant peaks of the High Atlas Mountains. Explore the village ruins, which still echo the traditions and culture of its former inhabitants. Ait Ben Haddou has also served as a filming location for numerous Moroccan and international productions. Afterward, continue your journey to Marrakech, passing through the stunning landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains and traditional Berber villages.

Location

Activity location

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    Ifrane
    • Ifrane, Morocco

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Bab Boujloud
    • Fes, Fez-Meknès, Morocco

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