4-Day Tour to Marrakesh Via Sahara desert

Fez – Ifran – Azrou Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Merzouga

After a sumptuous breakfast you will be picked up at your hotel in Fez at 7:30 am. The first stop is in the city of Ifrane which is known for its beautiful landscapes, clean streets, and European-style architecture. its often known as Switzerland of Morocco due to its resemblance to Swiss towns with its alpine-style houses and snowy winters. Next, we drive to Azrou Cedar Forest, which provide habitat for a variety of wildlife, including the endangered Barbary macaques. Lunch well be the nice restaurant in Midelt. Later, after a drive along the foothills of Ziz Valley Mountains, enjoying the mesmerizing landscape of the Valley. We’ll stop for a cup of coffe at the peak of the mountain, seeing a wonderful panoramic view of Ziz valley. Overnight at riad in Merzouga.

Merzouga – Khamlia – Nomad Family – Tour of the Dunes

In the morning and after your breakfast, you’ll starts your trip to explore Merzouga desert in a 4×4 vehicle. Our first stop is to Khamlia village. It is known for being a settlement of the Gnawa people, an ethnic group with African roots, predominantly from West Africa, but they speak Berber as their mother tongue. The Gnawa people have a distinct cultural heritage that includes music, dance, and spiritual practices. Next, we head to visit nomad families who still maintain connections to their traditional way of life. You can spend time with them, learn about their customs, and even have the chance to participate in daily activities like milking camels or baking traditional bread. Afterward, we will take you on a thrilling off-road adventure through the dunes. It’s a great way to cover more ground and witness the changing landscapes of the desert. Lunch in the local restaurant Merzouga. You will end your day with a one-hour camel ride to Merzouga desert camp as you witness the sunset. Enjoy a traditional dinner under the stars, spend the night with the beat of locals traditional folk songs with dance around the camp fire.

Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Dades Gorges

In the morning you will enjoy an memorable experience!, where you’ll climb the dunes upwards to watch the sunrise (optional). Then go back into the camp for serve a warm typical breakfast. Next, depart the authentic south to Dades valley. our first stop the day is to Rissani Town, where you’ll visit one of the oldest and most authentic traditional markets in the country, with a rich history dating back several centuries. Next, we continue our drive to Todra Dades. It’s a lovely stop along the route to the Sahara desert, and features high limestone cliffs rising up to 300m. The landscape of this place even in summer leaves a deep impression. Lunch in the local restaurant Todra Dades. The last stop of the day is to winding Road in Dades. It’s a Gorge carved out by the Dades River, which separates the Atlas Mountains to the Anti-Atlas. Overnight in your riad at Dades Gorge.

Dades Gorges – Roses Valley – Aït Benhadou – Tizi n’Tichka – Marrakesh

After your breakfast, we drive towards Marrakesh. Our first stop of the day is to Kalaat M’Gouna, also known as Valley of Roses, where provides insights into the local Berber culture and way of life. The town is famous for its rose cultivation and production. Every May, Kalaat M’Gouna hosts the Rose Festival, a vibrant celebration of the local rose harvest. Next, we will go to visit Kasbah of Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 and one of Morocco’s most famous sites. Once we arrive, it will be time for lunch and have a memorable lunch. Ait Benhaddou is a fortified historic kasbah and was a major stop point on the ancient caravan route between Marrakech and the Sahara. Many various movies were filmed at this historic site such as Gladiator, Black Hawk Down, The Message, and most recent critically acclaimed series Game of Thrones. Next, we continue our tour to the last stop through Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass 2.260m. Time for a short stop for some great photos and rest. Overnight in your riad/hotel at Marrakesh.