5-Day Desert Trip From Marrakech to Fes Via Merzouga

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Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate

On the first day of your tour, you will meet your drivert at the hotel or at the airport of Marrakech.  Then, you will depart for Ouarzazate, you will see the impressive Tizi n’Tichka pass in the Atlas Mountains. We will drive to the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continuation to Ouarzazate, where we will visit filming studios. Tens of international movies and episodes of famous series were filmed here in Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Hadou and Merzouga, such as the Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and Viking, etc. We will check-in at the hotel and overnight and dinner at your hotel.

Day 2: Ouarzazate – Dades Valley – Merzouga

Have your breakfast first then you will depart for Merzouga, passing through beautiful Berber towns called Ksours. You will stop to explore the gorgeous Boumalen Dades before continuing to the impressive Gorges of Dades in Tinghir, famous for its high walls of rocks and climbing. You can have your breakfast here in the valley of Dades.  Arrival in Merzouga in the late afternoon. You will meet a local guide to prepare you for your desert experience starting with a camel ride to reach the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga and drink a cup of tea at your desert camp. Hike a high dune for the breathtaking sunset and spend special night under the starry sky with Berber Gnawa music around the fire.

Day 3: Merzouga – Azrou – Fes

Early morning wake up to not miss the panoramic sunrise in the desert. Then, you will return to Merzouga on a camelback to have your shower and breakfast before leaving the desert. Our next destination will be Fes city but we will stop to explore one of the biggest and traditional Souks in Morocco, in the village of Rissani. Then, we will continue our way by crossing diverse and beautiful landscapes, from mountains to fertile plains. Our secont stop will be at the famous Cedar Forest in Azrou. Taking pictures and feeding the Barbarian Monkeys. We will arrive in Fes in the late afternoon. Overnight and dinner at your booked Riad.

Day 4: Fes – City Tour

Wake up in the morning for a hearty breakfast at the hotel, after that, you have all the day the day to explore Fes, the oldest of Morocco’s imperial cities. The journey begins within the enchanting confines of the medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where centuries of history come to life. Then, your tour guide will take you to the famous Al Quaraouiyine University, one of the world’s oldest educational institutions, offering a glimpse into the rich intellectual heritage of the region. Stroll over the bustling souks, iconic tanneries, and historic quarters, each corner reveals a tapestry of Moroccan culture and craftsmanship. The Souk of Fes has a famous gate of Bab Boujloud which is a must-see. Lunch at one of the Medina’s restaurants. Then, you will discover the new part of Fes (Fes el-Jadid) where you can visit the Mellah, a Jewish Quarter and visit the Royal Palace. At the late afternoon, you will return to the hotel provides a moment to reflect on the day’s discoveries and immerse oneself in the vibrant tapestry of Fes.

Day 5: Fes Departure

Breakfast at the hotel and our driver will drop you off at Fes airport for your departure  after the check out. Our services and the amazing holiday in Morocco ends.