Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud  (400 Km)

Today you will leave the city of Fes and the north of Morocco for a trip of 4 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech and travel south to Erfoud. You will notice an incredible change in landscape along the way, and by the end of the day, you can reflect on the vast difference between the north and the south of Morocco. First you will stop at Ifrane: built in the 1930s during the French Colonization. It is tidy and modern, it feels more like Switzerland with its red-roofed houses, blooming flower beds and beautiful parks, all kept impeccably tidy.

Through the cedar forest and a national park keep your eyes open for a chance to see Barbary apes (Macaque) and Berber horses. You will pass by beautiful pastures and nomad houses that give way to increasingly high mountain peaks and deep valleys. You will come upon Midelt and its vast collection of fossils at lunch time and then continue on through the Middle Atlas Mountains.

Traveling along the Ziz Valley you will see the Tafilalt Oasis which is the largest palm grove in Morocco before heading into the flatter and stonier plaines leading up to the desert. Arrival to Erfoud in the late evening.

Day 2: Erfoud – Rissani – Khamlia – Merzouga  (90 Km)

Leave Erfoud behind, the camels awaits you!

After breakfast we will drive to Rissani; known for its bustling traditional market and souks, which provide a glimpse into the daily life and commerce of the region. The market is particularly lively on market days, drawing traders and locals from the surrounding areas who come to buy and sell a variety of goods, including spices, textiles, crafts, etc.

After a stop for tea and a traditional concert of music in the village of Khamlia, you will ride the camels in Merzouga for an hour into the Sahara of Erg Chebbi dunes, where you will enjoy the evening at a Desert camp with dinner prepared for you by nomads.

Day 3: Merzouga Desert  – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley (280 Km)

First you will want to watch the sunrise on this bright new day over the dunes of the Sahara Desert, before heading back to your vehicle for the start of your day.

The next stop is Erfoud (home to some of the world’s oldest fossils, but more importantly the date capital of Morocco, dates of all varieties), towards Tinejdad, and the landscape is still very dry. You will see mounds of the old irrigation system called “Khettarat”.

After lunch you will be heading up to the Todra Gorge, which is a trench of gigantic rock walls run through the High Atlas Mountains creating an absolutely magnificent sight. The Gorge is breathtaking and easy hike by foot with many places to stop for photos along its well-maintained track. In recent years, the Todra Gorge has attracted a lot of attention from serious climbers, the rock formations vary between 25 to 300 m. Once you arrive to the gorge, you will be eager to explore it!

Stay in the nearby Dades valley for the overnight and enjoy the traditional Berber lifestyle of the south.

Day 4: Dades Valley – Roses Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – High Atlas – Marrakech  (330 Km)

Travel through the southern villages and along a spectacular route called “The road of 1000 Kasbahs”, where there are literally thousands of Kasbahs, some in ruins and some still in use. Stopping at the Roses Valley, where roses are plucked each year on May and distilled to precious rose oil and other beauty products.

Visit Ouarzazate, often referred to as the “Gateway to the Sahara” and the “Hollywood of Morocco”. Its unique desert landscapes, ancient Kasbahs, and stunning natural scenery have made it a popular choice for filmmakers. Films like “Lawrence of Arabia,” “Gladiator,” and TV series like “Game of Thrones” have been shot in and around Ouarzazate.

Then arrive at the fascinating and beautiful Ait Benhaddou; a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the active home of 5 or 6 Berber families who still live in the Kasbah. This ancient fortified village, made of mudbrick structures, has been used as a backdrop in numerous films and TV shows. It offers a glimpse into traditional Moroccan architecture and is a must-visit destination for history and culture enthusiasts.

After visiting and exploring the Kasbah, you will head over the High Atlas Mountains. This is one of the most beautiful drives exist in Morocco. Up to the top of the highest pass at “Tizi n’ Tichka” at 2260 m and down the windy roads into the valley that is home to Marrakech. Approach the famous Red City of Marrakech and settle into your accommodation. End of the 4 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech & of our services.

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