3-day trip from Marrakech to Fès
Experience an extraordinary 3-day journey on the Marrakech to Fes route. Day 1 begins with the stunning Tizi-n-Tichka pass, leading to UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou, a cinematic gem. Traverse Skoura palm groves, Tamnalt Hills’ rock formations, and Dades Gorge for a mystical night. Day 2 explores Todra Gorge and culminates with a camel ride to Erg Chebbi’s dunes. Day 3 showcases sunrise in the desert and takes you through Ziz Valley Gorge and cedar forests before reaching Fes. A captivating blend of culture, landscapes, and adventure.
Day 1
Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Gorge (320 km)
We’ll pick you up from your hotel and begin the journey to Ouarzazate via the famous Tizi-n-Tichka pass, situated at an elevation of 2,260m within the High Atlas Mountains. This marks the start of our Marrakech to Fez trip. Enjoy the captivating and vibrant landscapes as you travel from Marrakech to Ouarzazate, also known as the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Along the way, you’ll encounter the Berber village and pass by Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for movies like “Lawrence of Arabia” and “Jesus of Nazareth.”
Cross the river to explore the fortified Kasbah atop the hill. Continue on to Ouarzazate, passing through the Skoura palm grove and the Valley of the Roses. This valley is a hub for Moroccan roses and rose-based products. Traverse the unique rock formations of Tamnalt Hills and the Dades Gorge, carved over centuries by the Dades River, before experiencing a mystical night in the heart of the gorge.
Day 2
Dades Gorge – Todra Gorge – Erg Chebbi (Sand Boarding) (300 km)
On the second day of your Marrakech to Fez journey, you’ll encounter another gorge, Todra Gorge, as you pass through the Berber village and the Dades Valley. The canyons, reaching heights of around 300m, provide a trekking opportunity popular among mountain climbers.
Upon concluding your trek, you’ll head towards the Erg Chebbi dunes in the Merzouga Sahara Desert. After lunch in Erfoud, enjoy a 2-hour camel ride through an oasis, relishing the stunning sunset en route. Experience life as a nomad while spending the night beneath a starlit sky, accompanied by Berber music.
Day 3
Merzouga – Midelt – Ifrane – Fez (500 km)
Rise early to witness the sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi, one of the desert’s highlights. After breakfast, embark on the journey towards Fez, passing through the Ziz Valley Gorge and Azrou. As you travel, marvel at the playful monkeys in the lush green cedar forests. Your Marrakech to Fez adventure concludes as we drop you off at your hotel by evening on Day 3.
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Theo B2023-08-16Hassan’s Wonderful Adventure Hassan showed us a very nice part of Morocco that is only a stone’s throw from Marrakech. There are plenty of wonderful people in the Atlas Mountains and he is one of them. He showed us many wonderful sights on the tour, but also made sure that we got up and down from our trek in one piece. During the hike we also had a chance to learn about local culture, had a wonderful meal and had plenty of opportunities to take photos. Definitely a must do if you don’t mind heights!
Jorge González2023-06-16Excelente guía, conocedor del lugar, además de hablar varios idiomas. Hassan es uno de los pocos guías más empáticos que conocí. Nos mostró unos lugares y paisajes increíbles de Marruecos. Nos llevó a ver las cascadas. Tuvimos un almuerzo típico marroquí en un auberge. Una maravillosa experiencia a su lado. RECOMENDABLE 100%
Luis Felipe L2023-03-16Magnífico guía Excelente guía que habla español, va dando información a medida que ascendemos y descansos o paradas en función de como observe al grupo. Abierto a consultas de cualquier tipo. Muy amable. Totalmente recomendable.Andreas T2023-03-15Super Guide in Imlil!! Die Tagestour war wirklich phantastisch und ist sehr empfehlenswert. Frühstück in einer durch Frauen betriebenen Kollektive, die Argan Oil herstellen, dann Weiterfahrt nach Imlil. Wir wurden durch unseren Guide abgeholt, der netter nicht sein konnte. Auf einer ca 1 1/2 Stunden dauernden leichten Wanderung zu einem der Wasserfälle erzählte er informativ und fröhlich über Kultur, Land und Leute. Immer fröhlich und vergnügt spricht er mehrere Sprachen und half sogar beim anschließenden Mittagessen als Bedienung aus. Wenn wir wieder kommen, und das ist sicher, werden wir ihn anrufen und nur von ihm geführt werden wollen, sei es bei einer Wanderung, beim Skifahren oder Bergwandern. All das wird von ihm angeboten-toll!!! Liebe Grüße Andreas
Christian V2023-03-14Imilil Excelente visita, muy recomendable. Se disfruta con los 5 sentidos. El guía muy amable, habla diferentes idiomas y se esfuerza en que comprendas y disfrutes la visita. Muy muy recomendable.
Nayra2023-03-11Inolvidable! Ha sido una experiencia increíble, la ruta, el paisaje, la comida y sin duda alguna un guía excelente, muy amable y simpático. Súper recomendado!
Bond2023-03-11Great experience It was great!! I highly recommend, the view during lunch time was amazing! Thanks to Hassan who was our guide and very careful with us.
Martin B2023-03-09Atlas gebergte Een geweldige tocht gemaakt met Hassna. Stipt op tijd en veel kennis van de vallei en omgeving. Geweldig ervaring om zo kennis te maken met het Atlas gebergte.Estelle C2023-02-18Ismil We discovered thanks to Hassan in Imlil a nice authentic picture of Maroc witch is not so far of Marrakech We saw the famous waterfall but next we left tourist way to discover a more authentic way in several villages where the colors are beautiful. Hassan explained us his culture and we finished with a delicious tajine in an auberge. Great moment: We recommend Hassan if you want to do this nice experience. And inchallah perhaps we will do another experience with Hassan in the dessert because he organized also this kind of treck.
Jesus2023-02-14Unbeatable Hassan is absolutely the best tour guide in the entire country. Super pleasant, nice and helpful, I wouldn’t hesitate contacting him again for a tour. Great Spanish by the way!