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Introduction : 5 day tour from Fes to Casablanca via Merzouga desert

The 5 day tour from Fes to Casablanca via Merzouga deser” is the easy way to explore the msot important part of Morocco starting from Fes, traveling through the colorfull Atlas Mountains, Moroccan canyons, splendid Sahara desert, outstanding villages, ending in Casablanca. to avoid hustle and bustle days Morocco tours provide the best way to travel out of the city noises.

Program details :


1 Day 1 : Fes – Ifran – Crdar forest – Atlas Mountains – Erfoud – Merzouga

Sahara tour from Fez to Visit Sahara and get to Marrakech : Today we have a full travel day through the diverse landscapes that make Morocco so unique. Pass through the cedar and pine forests, keeping an eye out for Barbary apes. Pass over the Middle Atlas Mountains through the pre-desert countryside with its deep gorges filled with splendid oasis of green palm groves, finally arriving at the sand dunes of the Sahara Desert. We spend the night in a desert auberge ( hotel), located right on the edge of the dunes. Here we will have dinner local-style and spend the night. Please note, all the rooms have bathroom ,shower and air A/C, at the desert auberge. Day 1: Overnight in Merzouga (Auberge); Approx travel time including stops: Fes to Merzouga, 9-10 hrs .

2 Day 2 : Merzouga area / Desert Berber camp.

Today is free until we head out on our camel safari in the late afternoon. Why not spend the cool of the morning exploring the undulating golden sands of the dunes. Or simply relax by the pool or read a book in the cool communal couch area. We also offer an optional activity of a 4x4 safari into the sand dunes of the Sahara desert. Ask your CEO for more details and current price of this exciting adventure. Taking only our day packs with what we will need for this evening, we set off on an hour's camel ride to our desert camp deep in the dunes. Your local guides will teach you how to mount and dismount and other handy camel-related safety tips. Be sure to get them to teach you the trick of tying your turban to keep the desert sun off your face and add a little flare to your photos. From your first cup of mint tea you'll enjoy a warm welcome at our desert camp. A traditional dinner under the stars, cooked by our your camel man. In the evening there will be time to hear stories about life in this region and perhaps, if we are lucky, we might be treated to some traditional music on the drums. Facilities are very basic - each Bedouin tent sleeps approximately 4 people but most people prefer to relax and enjoy the sounds of silence during a night under the starry desert skies. Mattresses and a sheet and blanket are provided. For those travelling in the winter months (Nov- April), we highly recommend a sleeping bag for additional warmth. It is back to nature as far as bathroom facilities go. We will have breakfast upon our return to our Merzouga auberge. Day 2: Overnight in the Sahara Desert (Nomad Camp); Approx travel time: Merzouga to camp, 1hr:30mn (by camel).

3 Day 3 : Merzouga - Todra Gorges - Dades Valley.

Early in the morning, your camelman will wake you up to watch what well may be the best sunrise of your life. Afterwards, you will peacefully camel-trek back to the village of Merzouga. Enroute you couldn’t fail to appreciate the unique beauty of the spectacular Erg Chebbi dunes - changing with the light as the day progresses. After breakfast in the riad, you’ll leave for Rissani , Tinghir, and Todra gorges - the highest, narrowest gorges in Morocco. Here you will have the option to hike for an hour within the valley, where you will meet locals and learn about the culture and geography. After lunch in the heart of the gorge, you will continue to the Dades Valley, where you’ll see the majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations known as "monkey toes". Overnight accommodation will be at Dades gorge hotel.

4 Day 4 : Dades Valley – rock formation – rose valley – Ouarzazate

the drive of today seems to be the most short and active drive of the trip, it will start by catching a glimps of the stunning rock formation of Dades Valley, before getting away from the road to the heart of the Atlas Mountains to explore small Berber villages living in the mountains making their living from agricultural activities, crossing the rose valley and stop in skoura village to visit the top berber architectural Kasbah in Morocco, called Amridil. after that we will head to our hotel in the hollywood of Africa.

5 Day 5 : uarzazate – Ait Benhaddo Kasbah– Atlas mountain – Marrakech - Casablanca

the last journey of the trip will start by exploring a famous old building in Morocco, where many international films took place, such as Gladiator, alexander, Game of thrones, after that we will cross over the big Atlas mountains and drop you off at your accommodation in the red city of Marrakech and get to Casablanca

Included :

  • Comfortable vehicle, with an experienced driver/guide during the whole trip.
  • Half-board accommodation throughout the whole trip.
  • 3 meals each day Dinner & Breakfast, (Vegetarians are welcome).
  • Night at Erg Chebbi desert dune in a nomad tented camp.
  • Erg Chebbi Camel Trekking tour at sunset.

Not included :

  • Lunch.
  • Drinks.
  • Tips.

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