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3-Day Express Tour: Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga Desert & Atlas Mountains
"A fast-paced 3-day tour from Fez to Marrakech via the Merzouga desert, featuring cedar forests, gorges, a desert camp, and mountain passes."
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01Fez to the Sahara Desert via the Middle Atlas
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Fez to the Sahara Desert via the Middle Atlas
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Depart the imperial city and journey south, crossing diverse landscapes to reach the gateway of the great dunes.
Day Highlights
- Early morning pick-up from your accommodation in Fez
- Drive through Ifrane, known as 'Little Switzerland' for its alpine architecture
- Stop at the Azrou Cedar Forest to see the Barbary macaques in their natural habitat
- Continue south through the Middle Atlas mountains
- Descend into the pre-Sahara via the impressive Ziz Valley and its vast palm grove
- Arrive at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga
- Mount your camel for a trek into the dunes during sunset
- Arrive at your luxury desert camp with private bathroom facilities
- Enjoy a traditional Berber dinner and music under the starry desert sky
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02Merzouga to Ouarzazate via Gorges & Valleys
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Merzouga to Ouarzazate via Gorges & Valleys
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Bid farewell to the desert and embark on a scenic route through historic towns and dramatic natural wonders.
Day Highlights
- Sunrise over the dunes (optional)
- Breakfast at the camp, then camel ride or 4x4 transfer back to Merzouga village
- Drive to Rissani to visit its bustling traditional souk (or the ruins of Sijilmassa on non-market days)
- Continue to the towering cliffs of Todra Gorges for a walk and photos
- Travel through the scenic Dades Valley and the fragrant Valley of Roses
- Pass through the Skoura oasis with its many palm groves
- Arrive in Ouarzazate in the evening for dinner and overnight at your hotel
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03Ouarzazate to Marrakech via Ait Ben Haddou & High Atlas
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Ouarzazate to Marrakech via Ait Ben Haddou & High Atlas
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Explore Morocco's cinematic history before crossing the majestic Atlas Mountains to your final destination.
Day Highlights
- Breakfast at your hotel in Ouarzazate
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou
- Explore the famous fortified village, a backdrop for many Hollywood films
- Begin the ascent into the High Atlas Mountains
- Cross the Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2,260m), enjoying stunning panoramic views
- Photo stops at scenic viewpoints overlooking Berber villages and valleys
- Late afternoon arrival in Marrakech
- Drop-off at your chosen accommodation in the Red City, marking the end of your tour
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Condense the magic of Morocco into an unforgettable three-day journey from the imperial city of Fez to the vibrant heart of Marrakech. This express adventure crosses the diverse spine of the country, taking you from the cool cedar forests of the Middle Atlas, through the dramatic Ziz Valley, and into the golden silence...
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"The entire trip was seamless. From the airport pickup to the desert camp, every detail was handled perfectly. I felt inspired."
Alex Johnson
Solo Traveler • Australia
Expedition: Desert Tour
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"An architectural masterpiece of a journey. The balance between rugged adventure and absolute luxury was precisely what I wanted."
Sarah Miller
Luxury Explorer • United Kingdom
Expedition: Cultural Tour
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"The light in the Sahara is unlike anything else. Direct Morocco Tours positioned us perfectly to capture the soul of the desert."
Marc Durand
Photographer • France
Expedition: Mountain Trek
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