If you want to visit and explore southern Morocco, the Fes to Marrakech tour can be the best option for you. Not only will you travel across Atlas mountains, you will also visit the beautiful Sahara desert. Let's find out about the attractions and activities of the 3 day trip from fes to Marrakech in detail.
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt
The tour starts from Fes and goes southwards to Marrakech. Your first destination will be the beautiful town of Ifrane. Activities in Ifrane:
● Take a walk around the town and enjoy the architecture that reminds of European countries.
● Take a tour to the lion statue which was made by a German prisoner during the second world war.
● Visit the nearby cedar forests where Barbary macaques are found.
The next destination is Midelt, famous for its apples and minerals. Activities in Midelt:
● Go to a nearby fossil store to observe large dinosaur bones
● Visit the Kasbah Myriem which is a cooperative of Berber women weaving authentic carpets.
● Experience a scenic view of the Moulouya Valley
● Spend the night in Midelt for the next day’s early start.
Day 2: Midelt – Merzouga (Sahara desert)
It is a long drive but very worthwhile to the outskirts of the Sahara Desert early in the morning. You will also visit the Ziz Valley which is famous for its date palm trees and deep gorges. Main attractions include-
● For a bird’s eye view of the Ziz Valley, make a pit stop at the Errachidia Dam.
● Visit the colorful market of Rissani which used to be an important caravan trading post
● Enjoy the beautiful changing scenery as you near the Sahara.
● When you get to Merzouga, you will find yourself at the entrance to the Erg Chebbi dunes, which are some of the tallest in North Africa.
Sahara Desert activities include-
● Go for a camel ride into the dunes for the sunset view
● Spend the night in a traditional Berber camp
● Savor Moroccan food and dance to live music as you dine in the open air.
● Contemplate the stars in the clear sky of the desert.
Day 3: Merzouga – Marrakech
You can get up early to watch the beautiful sunrise over the Sahara before starting the last day of the 3 day trip from fes to Marrakech. This will be your longest travel day but you will see a variety of terrains and visit some interesting places. Main attractions along the way include-
● Visit the Todra Gorge, which is a gorge and a narrow canyon with high walls.
● Go to Ouarzazate, often referred to as the Hollywood of Africa because of the movie studios
● Visit the historical city of Ait Benhaddou.
The road to Marrakech passes through the High Atlas Mountains through Tizi n’Tichka pass and the views of peaks and valleys are breathtaking.
Summary
The range of activities and attractions make Fes to Marrakech the best morocco desert tour. You can contact Desert Discovery Tour for booking as they organize different desert tours in Morocco every year. You will get all the information on their website including pricing and dates.
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