4 Days From Fes To Marrakech Via Boumalne Dades

Overview:

Fes

Fes is a northeastern Moroccan city often referred to as the country’s cultural capital. It’s primarily known for its Fes El Bali walled medina, with medieval Marinid architecture, vibrant souks and old-world atmosphere. The medina is home to religious schools such as the 14th-century Bou Inania and Al Attarine, both decorated with elaborate cedar carvings and ornate tile work.

Marrakech

Escape the busy streets of Marrakech’s Medina for the stark beauty of the desert during this 3-day Tour to Mezrouga and Erg Chebbi. Cross through the Atlas Mountains via the stunning Tizi-n-Tichka pass, explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Aït Benhaddou kashbah and visit the desert oasis at Skoura. Then discover the Todra Gorge and the sacred city of Rissani before spending the night amidst the stark beauty of the Sahara Desert.

Boumalne Dades

Boumalne Dades is a town in Tinghir Province, Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco. According to the 2014 census, it had a population of 12,328. Wikipedia

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Itinerary:

Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou- Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga

Our driver will swing by to pick you up in your Riad/Hotel at 8:00 am. You will head towards the Middle Atlas Mountains to reach the “Switzerland” of Morocco. It is considered to be snowboarding/ skiing destination in winter. Then wind your way through the beautiful forests of Cedar in Azrou with a colony of monkeys that will keep you amused, jagged rock faces, and Berber villages as you cross the Atlas Mountains. Afterwards, you will descend towards Midelt which is situated between the High Atlas Mountains and the Middle Atlas. After lunch, we drive along the stunning Ziz valley passing by Kasbahs and palm groves. You will reach Merzouga around 5 pm. Then drop you off at your accommodation. Overnight in Hotel with dinner and breakfast.

Day 2: Merzouga – Rissani – Khamlia village - Erg Chebbi

After your breakfast you will be discover this beautiful region of the Sahara desert. We visit the fossils center and the ancient city of Rissani. It was once home to the Alawite dynasty as they took power, as well as Moulay er Rachid. It is a cultural destination in Morocco boasting beautiful examples of early Moroccan architectural styles and noteworthy palaces and temples, such as Ksar Oulad Abdelhalim. We see men wearing the indigo blue robes distinctive of the Saharan people. We will also visit of Khamlia village where you will have the opportunity to listen to the Gnaoua music. Then later in the afternoon, departure of your caravan on the back of dromedary / camels across the desert during a beautiful sunset moment to reach your desert campsite for the night by the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Overnight in the Nomad bivouac tents, night full of stars, Berber music. A night that you will never forget.

Day 3:Erg Chebbi- Merzouga – Erfoud - Todra Gorges - Dades Gorge- Rose valley

Wake up early to catch the sunrise over the dunes which probably the best moment in the sahara. You will once again take to your ship of the desert (your camel) and trek back to the hotelon the edge of the sand sea in Merzouga. then start travelling to Erfoud as you set out behind the High Atlas Mountains by passing on nomad people. You will arrive at a spectacular Gorge, where you can take a walk up in the towering Todra Gorges (600 feet high). The picturesque river valleys make for a beautiful journey towards the southeast of Morocco. Then continue your journey towards another impressive gorge Dades passing the strange rock creation of Tamnalt Hills. Overnight in the heart of the Roses and rose products with dinner and breakfast.

Day 4: Rose valley - Skoura - Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou- High Atlas mountains- Marrakech

After breakfast in your Kasbah, you will set off towards the High Atlas Mountains via Ouarzazate. Tucked away in the High Atlas Mountains is one of the jewels of Morocco... Kasbah Ait Benhaddou. In typical Moroccan fashion, the true treasures must be searched out and discovered...usually off the beaten path. In actuality, this setting has been used for more films than any other location in Morocco; films including, Lawrence of Arabia, Jesus of Nazareth, and recently The Gladiator. Lunch can be taken at Ait Benhaddou. In the afternoon, you will head over the Atlas Mountains to Marrakech, where we will drop you off at your Riad/Hotel.

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