Start an enthralling 3 days tour from Ouarzazate through the desert from Ouarzazate to Fes where, you will visit interesting sights and get an idea of Moroccan traditions. The journey starts in Ouarzazate and will experience the history of Taourirt Kasbah; the finest Mud castle depicting the history of the era. Fourth, you will explore various movie studios familiar to everyone, where many films made all over the world are shot. From there, the tourists departs towards the fascinating Dades Valley and the magnificent Todra Gorges.
You will also be given an opportunity to ride camels through the spectacular Sahara desert watching sunrise and sunset. Your nights will however be in a luxury desert camp to make sure the experience is authentic. Also, you will uncover Rissani’s souk and Erfoud that shoots into fame due to the numerous fossils. It ends with a visit to Ifran known as ‘Moroccan Switzerland’ before ending in Fes, one of Morocco’s oldest cities.
This is the simplest way of describing how your 3 days tour from Ouarzazate kicks off – we shall pick you from the hotel or the airport in Ouarzazate you are using. First of all, as for history lovers, a visit to the Atlas Studios that became famous for the film productions will rightfully meet your expectations. After this, you will visit the magnificent fortress like, traditional and fascinating Taourirt Kasbah. Then, to head southeast in order to visit Skoura and amble round the Amridil Kasbah, set in rolling considerable palm groves. subsequently, the trip goes on to the rose valley also famous for the Rose Festival celebrated in May when people bring their rose products like perfumes and oils to the market.
After this scenery, you will proceed through the magnificent Dades Valley. In one place, you will stop at a vantage point where you will have a great opportunity to view the gorges of the Dades. There is then deviation to Todra Gorges which affords the group limited free time for lunch and to marvel at the Todra River gorge. Afterward, you’ll get to visit Merzouga, which is the starting point towards the Sahara desert. Here you will change to camel back and cross the desert and desserts, end up climbing up a high dune to watch a magical sunset. Your day then comes to an end at a luxurious tented camp and relax the evening away listening to Berber music and dance, followed by dinner and night accommodation.
Get up in the morning get to see a beautiful sunrise especially in the middle of a desert. After the breakfast you will be riding a camel back to Merzouga, your driver will be waiting for you. That day is given to visit the Merzouga area which is so rich in marvelous views and experiences. First, you’ll go on a ride on a off-road vehicle to visit an ancient eyeliner mine which is something interesting you’ll learn about the place. Following that guests can pay a visit to local nomads living in traditional round tents hand made. Here you shall get to learn all about their traditional life as they sip on a cup of Berber tea.
After that, go to ‘the village of Khamlia where people play ‘Gnaoua’ music and do a ‘Gnaoua’ dance. Le Village and its inhabitants who are sub-Saharan immigrants will start with traditional songs to welcome you. After lunch in a restaurant you have a leisurely walk through palm grove, then driving to Merzouga Lake which is often surrounded by colorful flamingos. At end of the day you will have a sumptuous dinner and then take accommodations in a hotel near by the site ready to take the last day journey.
On your last day of your 3 days tour from Ouarzazate again wake up early before sunrise to witness another beautiful sunrise over the desert. In the morning after breakfast you will be driven back to Merzouga to find your driver. The first subsequent stop is Rissani where is situated the capital of Tafilalet in the past. The souk part has to be visited, especially on the days that it is market day. Then, you will proceed to Erfoud to visit a workshop of fossils marbles which is one of the attractive facts of geology of the region.
Subsequently, you will have a driving tour along the Ziz River and take photos of the Ziz Valley. Beautiful scenery will descend and it will be right to enjoy lunch in this Midelt town before proceeding on with your tour. On the next destination you will go through the cedar forests where the Barbary macaque lives in. These are two beautiful ladies who bamboo literal and could be fed while you take a stroll through the beautiful countryside. The next delightful stop this tour leads the visitors to Ifrane; the town that is situated at a relatively higher altitude and features houses built in the alpine style of architecture. Last of all, you will be dropped at your preferred hotel or at the Fes airport depending on your preference.
Our itineraries are quite general and we can easily alter to suit your schedule. If for any reason you wish to spend more time in an area of interest, include additional activities, or make alterations, please do not hesitate to let us take care of that for you.
First they are not very strenuous, second there is no need of special equipments like comfortable bedding and other necessary items are provided at the camp. We suggest that people should bring a torch, a portable charger, and personal belongings. Also, in case you include a scarf amongst your carry-ons, you will have head protection and from time to time a protection from unexpected desert winds.
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yes the tour is safe and our experienced guides will know all relevant trials and will make sure that every single activity will not endanger you. We suggest you not to leave the group and always obey the guide.
To arrange for the 3 days tour from Ouarzazate, please use our website or contacts by phone. All the necessary details will be given and we will help you with the booking. Getting a booking in advance is advisable especially when you are planning to travel during the busy period.
Indeed, many of the suggested routes can be altered according to the guest’s preferences. If there is some specific place or any activity you want them to show you, let the guide know about it in the starting. As much as possible they will try to consider your choice in terms of destinations within the duration of the tour.
You will have a night in luxury desert camp and one night in a hotel. Desert camp- We have relatively comfortable tents with all bedding needs met, clean wash rooms- and excellent Berber hospitality. The hotel also provides such facilities, to guarantee a comfortable stay while discovering the area.
As a rule, camel riding is appropriate for people of all ages. Nevertheless, because of the various Entertainment and Violence that are associated with such sites, young children should only surf under adult supervision. For specific concerns or need of help, customers are advised to advise their guide ahead of the tour.
Yes the tour includes dinners and breakfasts during your stay in the desert camp and hotel. Breakfast is provided by the host but lunches and drinks, unfortunately, are not, so bring some food to the session or some money for restaurant nearby. Try Moroccan food during your meals and feel that you are in Morocco.
Wearing light and airy clothing is advised for this tour because the day is extremely hot in general. As well, pack clothes for nights is still chilly in the desert area. Sneakers should be expected since one will be doing lot of walking around or touring. So do not go without sunscreen, a hat and shades in order to protect the skin from the heat of the sun. A small backpack is useful for taking your most necessary items with you during various hikes. Also, you should take your camera to record beautiful views and interesting incidents, which you will meet.
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