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3 Days Tour From Errachidia To Fes

3 Days Tour from Errachidia to Fes

  • 3 days
  • Errachidia to Fes
  • 3-day itinerary

Overview

Set out on a 3-day journey to Fes, Morocco, from Errachidia. Explore the desert for three days and two nights. Experience the music and dance of the Gnaoua and Khamlia people while visiting nomadic tents. A few kilometers distant, explore an old eyeliner mine and find Merzouga's wildlife lagoon. See the sunrise and sunset on the sand dunes, ride camels, and stroll through the grove of palm trees. In the Sahara, spend the night in a desert tent.

See the historic town of Erfoud and the Rissani market. Discover the cedar woodland of the Barbary macaque and Ifrane, sometimes referred to as Morocco's Switzerland. In Fes, the journey comes to an end.

Day by day

  1. Day 1 Errachidia to Merzouga Distance: 128.7  km

    You will be picked up at the airport in Errachidia to begin your three-day desert tour to Fes. To reach the Sahara desert, head south. Have dinner and spend the night at Merzouga.

  2. Day 2 Explore Merzouga Region with activities Distance: 137 km

    Explore the Merzouga region during the day after breakfast. Explore breathtaking locations such as sand dunes, an untamed lake, mines, fossil sites, and picturesque oasis. Drive off-road to an old eyeliner mine to start your quest. After that, sip Berber tea while meeting nomads in their handwoven tents and learning about their way of life. After that, travel to Khamlia village to take in performances of Gnaoua dance and music. The people who live in Khamlia are from sub-Saharan nations including Niger, Sudan, and Mali. Visit the wild lake of Merzouga, also called Flamingos Lake, and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the palm tree grove after lunch at a nearby restaurant.

    Change to camels in the afternoon and ride into the arid desert, stopping to observe the sunset from the top of a tall dune. Proceed to the opulent camp, where you can dance around the campfire while listening to Berber drum music beneath a starry sky. We'll have dinner and spend the night at the camp.

  3. Day 3 Merzouga to fes Distance: 471.20km

    Get up early on the last day to take in the stunning desert dawn. Your driver will be waiting for you when you return to Merzouga on camels after breakfast. Visit Rissani town, the former capital of Tafilalet and a significant commerce hub, to escape the desert. Visit a fossilized marble studio in Erfoud after taking a leisurely stroll through Rissani Souk. Stop for a broad perspective of the Ziz Valley as you go along the Ziz River. Proceed to the cedar forest, which is home to Barbary Macaques, after lunch in Midelt. Feel free to explore the forest and feed them. See Ifrane, dubbed the "Switzerland of Morocco" because of its alpine-style homes, snow, and cold temperatures. Your tour will come to an end when you are dropped off at the airport or your Fes lodging.

What is included

  • Pick up & Drop off at your accommodation
  • Air-conditioned minibus or 4x4 transport, fuel included
  • Spending one night in nomad desert camp with a Private Tent ( bed, dinner, breakfast and sahara music group)
  • English Speaking guide with Driver during the tour
  • Camel trekking in Merzouga Dunes
  • Pick up & Drop off at your
  • Sunset,sunrise
  • NOT INCLUDED

Not included

  • Airfare (flight tickets)
  • Lunches, Drinks

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    El Mejor Tour de 10 Días desde Marrakech con Art Desert Tours ---->¡Experiencia Inolvidable! Recientemente hice el tour de 10 días desde Marrakech con Art Desert Tours, y ¡fue una experiencia excepcional de principio a fin! Todo estuvo perfectamente organizado, desde el transporte cómodo hasta los alojamientos encantadores y las actividades emocionantes.
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    An Unforgettable Moroccan Adventure with Art Desert Tours My one-week tour with **Art Desert Tours Company** was absolutely **spectacular**! From start to finish, every detail was perfectly organized, and the experience exceeded all my expectations. The highlight was definitely the **Merzouga Desert**—riding camels over golden dunes, watching breathtaking sunsets, and spending a magical night in a luxury desert camp under the stars. The local Berber hospitality was heartwarming, with delicious food, traditional music, and incredible stargazing. Our guide was **knowledgeable, friendly, and professional**, making the journey even more enjoyable. We explored stunning landscapes, visited charming villages, and learned so much about Morocco’s culture and history. The accommodations were comfortable, the transportation was smooth, and the itinerary was well-balanced between adventure and relaxation. If you’re looking for an **authentic, well-organized, and memorable** Moroccan experience, I **highly recommend** Art Desert Tours. They truly made this trip a **once-in-a-lifetime adventure**! Thank you for an amazing week!
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    Nous venons de terminer un incroyable voyage de 3 jours à la découverte de Marrakech, du Sahara et de Fès, et laissez-moi vous dire que c'était absolument fantastique ! Notre compagnon pour cette aventure était Mobarak, qui remplissait habilement les rôles de guide et de chauffeur. Sa richesse de connaissances et son attitude amicale ont rendu nos interactions non seulement informatives mais aussi agréables. Nos conversations ont tout couvert, de l'histoire captivante du Maroc aux subtilités de la culture berbère, et plus encore. Opter pour les logements surclassés en valait certainement la peine, car les logements fournis les deux nuits étaient impeccables.
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    Optez résolument pour cette aventure dans le désert du Maroc ! Nous étions un groupe de quatre personnes, guidées par Mbark. Chaque journée de notre périple était une perfection en soi, nous plongeant dans l'authenticité du Maroc, jusqu'au Sahara. Chacun des repas a été une délectation, et les hébergements, sans exception, étaient remarquables ! Merci infiniment, Mbark !!
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    Se plonger dans l'essence du pays a été une expérience incroyable. Guidés par Mbark, nous avons eu droit à des moments véritablement authentiques qui ont résonné à la fois avec mon mari et moi. Un moment inoubliable a été notre interaction avec une famille nomade, une rencontre incroyablement distincte et significative. La préparation réfléchie de notre voyage par Mbark a permis à chaque étape de nous rapprocher du cœur du Maroc.
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    Our journey swept us into a realm of astonishment, delivering unexpected insights amidst the Atlas Mountains' towering majesty. Over a remarkable 10 days, Mbark, our skilled driver, became the architect of an indelible experience, where history and traditions intertwined seamlessly. Each moment, from the enchanting stories shared during our Atlas exploration to the spellbinding encounters without the confines of conventional stores, etched itself into our memory. We're elated by the meticulous selection of accommodations, the expertise of local guides, and every nuance in between. Having engaged private tours previously, we found the same remarkable standards upheld, yet Art Desert Tours emerged with an enticing price point. Our heartfelt commendation extends to Mbark, our tour guide and driver, whose boundless assistance, wealth of knowledge, and magnetic presence added a layer of delight to every twist of the journey.
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