4 Days From Fes to Marrakech

Overview of 4 Days From Fes to Marrakech

Go on a stunning 4 days from Fes to Marrakech which covers the best of Morocco’s geography and people. The tour is a balanced one, that encompasses both sight seeing, cultural touch, and an adrenaline rush. Start from Ifrane city called the ‘Morocco Switzerland before proceeding to Mifis through the Cedars forest. Take an amazing scenic drive from the river bank of ziz to the Sahara of Merzouga. Here, enjoy camel riding over the dunes, spend a night in a desert camp, and meet gorgeous sunsets and beautiful sunrises at your fingertips. Also, visit historical souks, Moroccan oldest fortified structures called the kasbahs, cross the striking High Atlas Mountains and get to Marrakech. Due to the creation of this tour, it means that you will be able to have the best taste of Morocco’s desert, culture and history within 4 days.

Highlights of the 4-Day Sahara Desert Tour

Tourism Sparkling Ifrane the Moroccan Switzerland due to its cool weather.
It is possible to wildlife here such as in the Cedars Forest where you will find laughingly Barbary macaque monkeys.
Sunset and sunrise in the golden dunes of Merzouga through the camel back.
Spend an evening listening to live Berber music and dance to Berber rhythms while you watch the stars.
Learn about the true culture of Rissani by visiting the lively market which is localized all over the region.
Visit Todra Gorges, beautiful and artificial for crossing; Todra Gorges: suitable for rock climbers only.
Go to Ait Ben Haddou, a historical and amazing looking kasbah, and film set.
Drive through the High Atlas Mountains and go over the the dramatic Tizi-n-Tichka pass.

Itinerary for 4-Day Desert Tour From Fes

Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Cedars Forest – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Sahara

The 4 days from Fes to Marrakech starts with a pick up from either your hotel or the airport at early morning in the cultural city of Fes. First, travel south along the road that passes through Imouzzer to get to Ifrane, a town built with the architecture of an alpine climate. Called as the ‘Switzerland of Morocco” it breaks the initial ugly face of tourism to offer you the first refreshing sight. After that, proceed to the Cedars Forest where one can come across with the grey Barbary macaque monkeys. Please don’t hesitate to feed them as you tour this wonderful area.

Later you will proceed to Midelt for lunch break. The sites then follow the course of Ziz River through green valleys of palm groves. In the afternoon, reach possibly the most beautiful place that can be visited in Sahara Desert in Merzouga. Here, to replace the car, take camels for a ride in the golden dunes and watch the sunset in action. Last, get to the dunes and stop at a Berber camp, enjoy the music, dinner around the fire and sleeping under the sky full of stars. Have dinner and equally spend the night in the outside environment.

Day 2: Explore Merzouga Region – Nomads – Khamlia – Merzouga Lake – Erg Chebbi – Palm Grove

Try waking up early the next morning to watch the sunrise over the largest desert in the world; the Sahara. If you do not plan to sleep in the desert, continue a camel ride back to Merzouga where your driver will be waiting for you after breakfast. This whole day is devoted to discovering the very interesting area around Merzouga. They have a number of tourists attractions ranging from sand dunes, ancient mines, wild lakes, palm oases and many more.

Start with a lecture about the history of eyeliner ore mining and then visit a historic site of the mine. Next, it is possible to visit the nomadic camp and after coming in the door you will be invited to sit on handmade woven tents. Learn about the humble and camivnestic way of the Nomads while sipping on a cup of moroccon tea. Thirdly travel to Khamlia which is a village that has Gnaoua music and dancing which has push and sub-Saharan influence. After fresh lunch in the local restaurant, it is possible to go to the palm grove and to visit the next place called the Merzouga Lake or the Flamingo Lake.

Day 3: Merzouga Sahara – Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

After breakfast, the 4 days from Fes to Marrakech goes on leaving the desert and moving to Rissani. This town was once the capital of Tafilalet and is even now a chief market town. You’ll also have an opportunity to visit the souk that is even more alive than during the other days of the week on the market days.

After that move to Erfoud, here you will visit a workshop that deals with the fossilized marble and that would give the tourists a glimpse of the geology of the region. From there take the road through the Tinerzouft palms and Tinfat palms and then to the spectacular Tondra Berges. The gorges are sculpted by the Todra River and stand 900 meters high with red cliffs, thus were loved by climbers and tourists most. From there go to the Dades Valley to watch the interesting geographic formation known as the “Monkey Fingers” especially after eating lunch. End the days by having topographical view of the valley before retiring from the night.

Day 4: Dades Valley – Rose Valley – Palm Groves of Skoura – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

When you plan for your last day of the 4 days from Fes to Marrakech, the first activity should be a breakfast in Dades Valley. Proceed your stairs towards to the Rose Valley, the most popular is the Rose festival which is celebrated in May every year. Here, people offer different sweet production of rose, scents, oil and beauty accessories. Then cross again with some specimens of the palm grove of Skoura and arriving at the city of Ouarzazate, the door to the desert. Watch movies at studios where many movies of that genre were made.

How about the sightseeing one of the most important things to do is to visit the UNESCO worldview heritage site- Ait Ben Haddou. This fortified village has been featured in such successful films as Gladiator and The Mummy has been the setting of a real show of the Game of Thrones cycle. Later, take a sightseeing road through Tizi-n-Tichka pass across the High Atlas Mountains and have lunch and photo moment. , lastly, you will reach Marrakech to finish the tour that can end at your hotel or the nearest Airport.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In other words, is this tour safe for children?

Yes the tour is appropriate for families and children of all ages are welcome. It remains safe and comfortable from start to end and suffices to say that children will enjoy the journey. However, if there are certain requirements that you wish to fulfill, we can suggest where we can go if you tell us in advance and that it would be best for families to speak to us.

That water should I bring on a desert tour and what should I pack for the nights?

Desert wear should be relatively free-fitting for the day and warmer during the night. High temperatures range during a day can decrease sharply during the night. Also, also bring a hat, Sunglasses, and Sunblock for the sun. We recommend taking only some water, snacks and camera for the camel ride and lighter bags in the hotel.

Can I decide not to ride a camel and if so what other options are available?

Absolutely! If you do not want to ride a camel, a 4 x 4 car will take you to the desert camp. You always come first and we will make sure you enjoy your desert experience and that pleases you most.

This brings up questions about vegetarianism and veganism are there meals taken during the tour that are vegetarian free from meat products.

Are there vegetarian and vegan meal options available on the tour?

Of course, we can serve diverse types of meals, including vegetarian and vegan meals if requested. Kindly let us know in advance your choice in this so that befitting meals may be arranged throughout the trip. It is our aim that every bottled guest has a great experience while partaking any of the meals.

How do I make sure that my order/booking was received; What are the ways of payment?

Booking is easy. You can reach us through email or our phone or by sending us a message through the website, then we talk about the details required. We also welcome visa, master-card, money gram, bank checks, and cash payments, bank transmits. All events should be booked in advance especially during major holidays because the slots may fill up very fast.

Is it possible to arrive and depart on different dates and increase the number of people in a car?

Of course, solo travellers are also very welcome – a group of six is a common size for our local life changing journeys. Some of the choices you have in terms of our tours include having a private car or joining a group. Of course, travelling alone can also be fantastic travelling across Morocco and you will be able to get to know other like-minded travellers being on the same 4 days from Fes to Marrakech.

When is the most appropriate time for this tour?

The best time are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) because the weather is generally moderate and pleasant. However, the Sahara desert can be attractive any time of any year. The conditions we offer to clients will however suit the different seasons prevailing throughout the year as we shall try to copy with them in order to enhance the experience.

Are there internet connections particularly in the desert camps and the hotels?

Internet connection may be scarce at the desert camp, therefore giving a good opportunity to simply relax and immerse into the Desert. However, most of the hotels in Merzouga and Dades Valley offer use of wireless connectivity to the internet. We kindly guide the guests to welcome the empty space of the desert and avoid spending time with their technological devices.

Are there various activities possible in the region of Merzouga?

There are several activities in Merzouga including camel trekking and other non-tourist jeep excursions, sand boarding, quad biking. You can also enjoy yourself with the Berber music and dance and learn the local custom of the place. Here our activities could be arranged according to your preferences thus making your stay in the desert something to talk about for sometime.

What kind of modifications can be made to your tour and can the tour’s schedule be altered?

The 4 days from Fes to Marrakech is very open-ended and can be structure to wherever you may wish to go. If you wish to extend one or more visited places, if you would like to have morelesh activities, or if you prefer the lodgings at accommodation differently then please let us know – we will adjust your holiday to Morocco.