Experience the enchanting beauty of Morocco on a captivating 3-day desert journey with “El Alma de Maruecos.” This carefully curated tour takes you on a mesmerizing expedition from Marrakech to Fes, unveiling a world of natural wonders, timeless villages, and awe-inspiring landscapes. Immerse yourself in the soul of Morocco.
Experience the enchanting beauty of Morocco on a captivating 3-day desert journey with “El Alma de Maruecos.” This carefully curated tour takes you on a mesmerizing expedition from Marrakech to Fes, unveiling a world of natural wonders, timeless villages, and awe-inspiring landscapes. Immerse yourself in the soul of Morocco.
Marrakech – Atlas Mountains – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Boumalne Dades Valley
Boumalne Dades - Start an exciting desert journey as the guide takes you on a picturesque drive. Travel through the Atlas Mountains to visit the renowned kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, famous for its roles in films like Gladiator and Obelix. Enjoy a guided tour and have lunch…
Marrakech – Atlas Mountains – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Boumalne Dades Valley
Boumalne Dades - Start an exciting desert journey as the guide takes you on a picturesque drive. Travel through the Atlas Mountains to visit the renowned kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, famous for its roles in films like Gladiator and Obelix. Enjoy a guided tour and have lunch at the kasbah.
Afterward, proceed to Ouarzazate, celebrated for its iconic film locations such as The Mummy and Lawrence of Arabia. Pause for a coffee break before continuing to Dades Valley, where you can unwind, relish a delightful meal, and stay overnight in a private guesthouse.
Boumalne Dades Valley – Tinghir – Todra Gorge – Merzouga
Merzouga - Following breakfast, travel to Todra Gorge, a stunning natural wonder favored by rock climbers.
Reach Merzouga, the heart of the desert. Enjoy a one-hour camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes to the camp, where you can witness a breathtaking sunset, savor a delicious meal, and sleep under the stars.
Merzouga to Fes via Erfoud, Midelt, & the Atlas Mountains
Fes - The first stop is Erfoud, a lively market town renowned for its annual Date Festival, fossil mining, and artisan workshops. Along the way, admire views of the hillside mines before visiting a local artisan collective to discover the area’s fossils. Observe the entire process of transforming fossil-rich rock into exquisite items. Continue over the Tizin’Talrhemt Pass into the Ziz Valley, known for its hidden oases and clusters of palm trees. Along the route, you’ll notice many fortified houses called ksars. These homes were built by merchants to safeguard valuable goods like gold, salt, and spices. Pause for lunch in Midelt, dubbed the “Apple City,” due to the nearby Moulouya River and its surrounding fruit orchards.
Next, ascend to an elevation of 7,146 feet (2,178 m) over the Col du Zad Pass. Enjoy the views as you wind through the cedar forests of the Atlas Mountains. Keep an eye out for the local Barbary macaque monkeys.
- Pick up & drop off
- Private transportation
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Knowledgeable driver
- Dinner and breakfast for 2 nights
- Pick up & drop off
- Private transportation
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Knowledgeable driver
- Dinner and breakfast for 2 nights
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
