4 days Chefchaouen to Marrakech desert tour

4 days Chefchaouen to Marrakech desert tour overview:

Duration: 4 days – 3 nights

Departure: Chefchaoun

Arrival: Marrakech

Chefchaouen to Marrakech desert tour itinerary:

Day 1: CHEFCHAOUEN- FES (half-day city tour).

4 days Chefchaouen to Marrakech desert tour departure: After breakfast at the riad, we leave the bleu pearl towards the city of Fes which was founded 1000 years ago by Idriss II crossing the Riff Mountains. After a few hours, we will get there and have the full afternoon to visit the main historical monuments including the tannery and the ceramic cooperative to see the traditional Moroccan handicraft. Before driving to the accommodation you will have the opportunity to see the panoramic view of the medina (old city) and the sunset view as well.

Day 2: FES- MIDDLE ATLAS MOUNTAINS- MEDALT- Ziz gorges- MERZOUGA (Camel rides).

After breakfast you will meet your diver/guide again and you will start your long day where you will see different things in one day. Our itinerary will start from the first imperial city of Morocco (Fes) toward the Sahara desert. We will travel through the middle Atlas Mountains. In our way, we will pass through the city of Ifrane which is known as “Moroccan Switzerland” because of its building. We will continue to the home of the native barbarian apes which the cedar forest, the largest and the biggest one in Morocco. After crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains we will see many tents and caves of the nomadic families before stopping at the city of Medalt which famous for the apples. En route, and before arriving the camel rides we will have a stop at the palm groves which is an impressive view of the palm trees.4 days Chefchaouen to Marrakech desert tour

Day 3: MERZOUGA- RISSANI- TOUDRA GORGES- DADES VALLEY

While you were enjoying the sunrise at the heart of the dunes and taking beautiful memories your camel man will take you back to the hotel where you will enjoy your breakfast and have a hot shower as well. Later on, we will drive to Dades Valley passing through the city of Rissani/Sijilmassa which is one of the main stops of the commercial caravans that come from Africa. On Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday there will be an opportunity to visit the traditional market of Rissani. We drive to Todra Gorges as the main place of having a picnic because it is a wonderful view. Arriving at Dades Valley where you will have an overnight in a hotel that sheds light and have a good view of the valley.

Day 4: DADES VALLEY- ROSES VALLEY – OUARZAZAT- MARRAKECH

Today we travel off-road and explore the region between the Dades Valley and the Valley of Roses. You will encounter the local nomads, some of whom still live in caves and tents. At El-Kelaa M’Gouna up to 4000 tonnes of rose petals are picked every spring to be processed into rosewater or exported for the perfume industry. The Rose Festival is held here in May. As we travel from El-Kelaa M’Gouna towards Skoura you will see Kasbahs set out among the greenery of the Dades Valley. The small town of Skoura is surrounded by an impressive palm grove and the most beautiful Kasbahs in southern Morocco are to be found here. Continuing south we arrive at the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, probably the most celebrated, filmed, and photographed Kasbah in Morocco. Featured in numerous films (including Lawrence of Arabia, The Sheltering Sky, and Gladiator), it is the best-preserved Kasbah in Morocco and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Crossing the mountains via the Tizi n Tichka pass to arrive in Marrakesh where your experience with our professional team ends.4 days Chefchaouen to Marrakech desert tour

Chefchaouen Marrakech desert tour includes:

Free pick up from Airport is “Optional”

Private 4×4 vehicle/minibus

Several languages speaking driver

Tour guide “Optional”

Accommodation including “Bed, dinner and breakfast”

Camel trekking in Merzouga dunes

1 night in a desert camp including “Bed, dinner and breakfast”

Free pick up to the airport “just if your departure is the same day as the tour finishes or the next day”

  

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