Embark on a 3-day desert adventure from Marrakech to Fes, exploring kasbahs, Sahara dunes, and the stunning Tizi N’Tichka pass.
Embark on a 3-day desert adventure from Marrakech to Fes, exploring kasbahs, Sahara dunes, and the stunning Tizi N’Tichka pass.
Marrakech - High Atlas - Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah - Ouarzazate - Roses Valley - Dadés Valley
Tizi n Tichka - Guests will be collected from their accommodation in Marrakech at approximately 8 AM. The journey will then proceed to the High Atlas mountains, traversing the Tizi N´Tichka pass with opportunities to stop for panoramic views and photographs…
Marrakech - High Atlas - Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah - Ouarzazate - Roses Valley - Dadés Valley
Tizi n Tichka - Guests will be collected from their accommodation in Marrakech at approximately 8 AM. The journey will then proceed to the High Atlas mountains, traversing the Tizi N´Tichka pass with opportunities to stop for panoramic views and photographs of the charming Amazigh villages scattered across the landscape.
Ait Ben Haddou - In the afternoon, the tour continues through the Ounila valley, showcasing small villages and families residing in adobe houses, before arriving at the ksar (fortified village) of Ait Ben Haddou. Here, visitors will explore the renowned Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986. This stunning location has been the backdrop for famous films such as Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
Ouarzazate - Post-lunch, the journey proceeds to Ouarzazate, also known as “The Gate of the Desert.” Visitors will explore the Taourirt kasbah, one of Morocco’s most impressive ksars.
Vallee Des Roses - The next destination is the Rose Valley, passing through the expansive Skoura palm grove, a picturesque area with over 700,000 palms and numerous kasbahs. In this valley, damascene roses are cultivated for cosmetic purposes, including rosewater. The annual Rose Festival takes place here in May.
Boumalne Dades - The day concludes in the Dades valley, where guests will spend the night.
Dadés Valley - Todra Gorges - Merzouga Dunes - Camel ride and night in a nomad tent
Gargantas del Todra - After breakfast, guests can enjoy one of the finest views of the Dadès valley from a strategic lookout point. A well-maintained asphalt road leads up the valley from Tinerhir to the gorge and then to the desert. After several stops along the way, the tour reaches the Todra Gorges, where the scenery is breathtaking. The river has carved out a canyon with steep cliffs.
Merzouga - Here, guests will switch from motorized transport to camels to venture into the heart of the desert. Upon reaching the camp, they will enjoy the sunset, followed by dinner, and spend the night in the dunes, listening to Berber music or stargazing.
Merzouga Desert - Ziz Valley - Cedar forests and monkey troupes of Azrou - Ifrane - Fes
Merzouga - This morning, guests have a ‘date with the sunrise.’ In the desert, waking up early is essential to witness the spectacular sunrise from a nearby dune.
Draa-Tafilalet - After breakfast, the final day begins, heading north through the Tafilalet palm grove, the largest in the world. Thousands of palm trees line this 20km stretch of road. The route leads to the Ziz Valley, where the river descends from the High Atlas to nourish the palm grove. A stop is made here to enjoy a magnificent view of the valley and the town of Aoufous from a high vantage point.
Midelt - Another stop is made in Midelt, in the heart of the Atlas, where guests have free time for lunch and relaxation.
Azrou Cedar Forest - In the afternoon, the journey continues through the Cedar Woods, where, with some luck, monkeys may be spotted.
Ifrane - The next stop is the city of Ifrane, located on the northwestern slope of the Middle Atlas at 1630 meters above sea level. Known as ‘the Switzerland of Morocco,’ Ifrane features broad avenues, wooden ski-style chalets, and manicured gardens, and even has its own ski resort.
Fes - The tour concludes around 6 PM upon arrival in Fes, where guests will be taken to their hotel, marking the end of the trip.
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunches - purchased locally
- Lunches - purchased locally
Starting in Marrakech and concluding in Fes, this 3-day/2-night tour offers a journey through scenic mountain roads, leading to kasbahs, gorges, palm groves, and monkey forests.
A key highlight of this adventure is an overnight stay under the stars in a traditional nomadic tent amidst the Sahara dunes.
Highlights
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage…
Starting in Marrakech and concluding in Fes, this 3-day/2-night tour offers a journey through scenic mountain roads, leading to kasbahs, gorges, palm groves, and monkey forests.
A key highlight of this adventure is an overnight stay under the stars in a traditional nomadic tent amidst the Sahara dunes.
Highlights
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site and Game of Thrones filming location, Ait Ben Haddou
- Traverse the breathtaking Tizi N’Tichka pass
- Experience a night under the stars in the Sahara desert
- Discover Erg Chebbi, Morocco’s largest dune
- Observe Barbary apes in the Azrou cedar forest
- Visit Ifrane, known as the ‘Moroccan Switzerland’
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
