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Desert Trip from Fez to Casablanca - 7 Days

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Overview


The tour starts from Fes going south to Merzouga Sahara desert thought the middle Atlas mountains cities Ifran (Switzerland of Morocco), Azrou (where you will visit the cedar forest to see the Monkeys) continue more south to Merzouga desert highlight camel ride and overnight in the desert.

Highlights


  • Camel Trek & Overnight camping in the desert!
  • Visiting the UNESCO world heritage site of Ait BenHaddou!
  • Taking short walks in Dades and Todra Gorges!
Desert Trip from Fez to Casablanca

Description


Desert Trip from Fez to Casablanca

7 days desert trip from Fez to Casablanca, from the most, recommended Merzouga Sahara desert tours.

This tour starts from Fes going south to Merzouga Sahara desert thought the middle Atlas mountains cities Ifran (Switzerland of Morocco), Azrou (where you will visit the cedar forest to see the Monkeys). Continue more south to Merzouga desert highlight camel ride and overnight in a luxury desert camp under the stars of the desert you will have an extra day in the desert to discover the secrets.

You will visit also the fantastic rocks formation in Todra gorges and Boumalen Dades and Ouarzazate. Also, you will have the chance to visit the fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou where we will visit the famous Kasbah (declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986). Famous films have been shot on this spectacular stage, including Gladiator, Obelix, The Mummy, The Jewel of the Nile…

You will enjoy the drive on the high atlas mountains with the amazing landscape of the mountains and the Berber villages.

You will have a guided tour with a local guide to the medina of Marrakesh and a day trip to the cost city Essaouira.

The tour ends at Casablanca airport.

What's included


  • Inclusions:
  • Private transportation during the trip with 4x4 air-conditioning car
  • 6 Nights accommodation with daily breakfast (3 stars hotel riads)
  • Professional English-speaking driver
  • Camel trip in the Sahara Desert and camel guide
  • Night in luxury desert camp with private bathroom & shower
  • Fuels and tolls
  • Exclusions:
  • Drinks & Lunches and dinners
  • Fee to enter the monuments
  • Any Private Expenses
  • Travel insurance

Itinerary


  1. Visited Places:

DAY 1 - Fez - Ifrane - Azrou - Midelt - Ziz Valley - Merzouga

Pick up from your hotel in Fez very early in the morning and depart for the south of Morocco. You will have a stop in Ifrane, known as the Switzerland of Morocco to enjoy its beauty and to have some memorable photos. After that, you will head toward Azrou to see the monkeys in the cedar forest. Continuing to Midelt for a lunch meal in a restaurant. In the afternoon, we will cross the pass of Tizi N Talghamt to reach Errachidia while admiring the views of Ziz gorges. Later you will have a stop for a panoramic view of Ziz valley. The drive continues to Erg Chebbi Dunes passing by Aoufous and Erfoud (the last is famous with fossils and dates) where you may want to visit a local fossil craft workshop. After that you will continue to the captivating dunes of Erg Chebbi, these dunes are called also Merzouga Dunes. Arrive at the hotel where you will spend the night. Dinner in the hotel.

DAY 2 - Merzouga - Hassi Labied - Khamlia - Nomad family - Fossil Site - Tour of the dunes - (Camel Ride & Night in Sahara)

This morning after breakfast in the hotel, you will have a tour of the dunes on 4×4 allowing you to visit the black volcanic rocks of fossils, visit a nomad family living in tent, visit Khamlia village, and entertainment of their spiritual music of Gnawa. Visit the lake Date Sarji that forms in springtime which attracts pink flamingos and wildlife. Then you will have a break for lunch in Merzouga or Hassi Labied. After lunch, you will see the canal irrigation system and have a walk on the oasis located at the foot of the dunes. In the afternoon get ready for a camel trek for an hour and a half to enjoy the sunset. While on the back of your dromedary, you will continue to the camp for an overnight in a traditional nomad tent. Dinner and spend the night in a bivouac in the middle of the dunes.

DAY 3 - Erg Chebbi Dunes - Erfoud - Tinejdad - Todra Gorges - Boumalne Dades

Wake up early in the morning to enjoy the sunrise on the top of the dune in the Sahara Desert and then have your breakfast. After these beautiful moments, you will ride your camel back to Merzouga. We depart towards Tineghir passing by Erfoud and Tinejdad. Have a break for lunch. In the afternoon, we will continue to Todra gorges via Tineghir. Stopping along the way for photos and admiring the views. Arrive at Todra Gorges to enjoy its marvelous Canyon views while hiking on foot. Later on, we drive to Boumalne du Dades and stopping for a panoramic view of Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.

DAY 4 - Boumalne Du Dades - Kelaa M’gouna - Ouarzazate - Ait Ben Haddou - Tizi N'Tichka Pass - Marrakech

This morning after breakfast in the hotel, we depart to Marrakech. The next site to visit is the Rose Valley going through the big Skoura palm grove, a beautiful place to contemplate more than 700.000 palms and numerous kasbahs that are built in the surrounding area. In this Valley damascenes, roses are raised for cosmetic use such as the valued rosewater. The next stop is in Ouarzazate, also known as “The gate of the desert” which in the Berber language means “noiseless or without confusion”. Here we´ll see the Taourirt kasbah, one of the most spectacular ksars in Morocco. Stopping for a panoramic view of the kasbah of Taourirt then another photo stop near the Atlas film studios. After that, we continue to the ksar (fortified village) of Aït Ben Haddou where we will visit the famous Kasbah (declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986). Famous films have been shot on this spectacular stage, including Gladiator, Obelix, The Mummy, The Jewel of the Nile, and Sahara with Penelope Cruz…etc. Free time for lunch in town. In the afternoon we will drive to Marrakech over the mountains of high Atlas passing through the Tizi N’tichka pass (2260 m in altitude). Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon, check-in your hotel/Riad.

DAY 5 - Full day to visit Marrakech

After breakfast in the hotel, you will have a private guided tour of Marrakech Medina with an official guide from Marrakech. You will see the famous Mosque of Koutoubia, the Medina, and its souks, and explore some more of Marrakech’s secrets: Ali Ben Youssef Koranic school, the Saadian tombs, the Bahia Palace, and Majorelle Gardens. In the afternoon the best option is to explore the medina on your own, approaching the square that in the evening is full of narrators, jugglers, diviners. snake charmers and music. Overnight in your accommodation

DAY 6 - Day trip to Essaouira from Marrakech

The driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Marrakech to go on a journey to Essaouira, a coastal city, which is about 2 hours and a half drive from Marrakech. On the way to Essaouira, you will have a short break to see the famous goats, climb on Argan trees, and eat Argan seeds, visit the Argan cooperative to learn how local women make Argan oil in a traditional manner and the multi-uses of the precious oil. Afterward, we will reach Essaouira where the driver will drop you off at the door of the medina (old city) and you will have free time to walk on your own and explore the simply beautiful places, such as ancient shops, narrow alleys, local markets, and craftsmen. Also, you will have enough time to visit the Skala and enjoy the sea view from above. After that, you can have lunch in a local restaurant and enjoy fresh seafood. In the afternoon, you will get back to Marrakech around 6 PM and check-in your accommodation.

DAY 7 - Marrakech – Casablanca airport (CMN) 3 Hours

The driver will drop you off at the airport up to your flight time and the end of our services.

- Confirmation will be received after booking and arranging pick-up details.

- Infant seats are available.

- Not wheelchair accessible.

- Not recommended for travelers with back problems.

- Not recommended for pregnant travelers.

- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

- Most travelers can participate.

- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.

What to Bring For the Tour:

- Hat, sunglasses & sunscreen cream.

- Comfortable jeans or trousers for camel trekking.

- Camera & phone chargers.

- Warm clothes in the winter season.

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