3 Days Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
- Marrakesh
- Fes
- 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Daily Tour
- Languages: English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese
Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour via Merzouga
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Overview of the 3 Days Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
This 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour is one of the best ways to travel between Marrakech and Fes while discovering some of Morocco’s most beautiful landscapes along the way.
During this private Sahara desert trip, you will cross the High Atlas Mountains, visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, pass through Ouarzazate, Skoura, the Rose Valley, Dades Valley, and Todra Gorge, before reaching the golden dunes of Merzouga.
In the Sahara Desert, you will enjoy a camel ride at sunset, spend the night in a comfortable desert camp, and experience the peaceful atmosphere of the dunes under the stars. On the final day, the journey continues through Rissani, Erfoud, the Ziz Valley, Midelt, the Cedar Forest, Ifrane, and finally to Fes.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to combine culture, desert adventure, scenic drives, Berber villages, kasbahs, valleys, and the Sahara Desert in only 3 days.
Tour Highlights of the 3 Days Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
Cross the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi n’Tichka Pass
Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Drive through Ouarzazate, Skoura, Rose Valley, and Dades Valley
Explore the impressive Todra Gorge
Enjoy a camel ride in the Merzouga Sahara Desert
Watch the sunset and sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes
Spend one night in a private desert camp
Visit Rissani, Erfoud, and the Ziz Valley
Stop in the Cedar Forest near Azrou to see Barbary macaques
Visit Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco”
Finish your desert tour in Fes
3 Days Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Rose Valley – Dades Valley
Your 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour starts with pickup from your hotel, riad, or the airport in Marrakech. We begin the journey by crossing the High Atlas Mountains through the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with several stops along the way for photos and panoramic views.
We continue to the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, one of Morocco’s most beautiful fortified villages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have time to explore the kasbah and learn about its history before continuing toward Ouarzazate, often called the “Gate of the Desert.”
After lunch, we drive through Skoura palm grove and the beautiful Rose Valley, known for its rose products and traditional villages. By the late afternoon, we arrive in Boumalne Dades, where you will spend the night in a comfortable hotel or riad.
Dinner and overnight stay in Dades Valley.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert – Camel Ride – Luxury Desert Camp
After breakfast, we leave Dades Valley and drive through beautiful landscapes toward Todra Gorge. Here, you will have free time to walk between the high red cliffs and enjoy one of the most impressive natural sites in southern Morocco.
We continue through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad before reaching Erfoud, a town well known for dates and fossil workshops. From there, the road leads us toward Merzouga, where the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi begin to appear.
Upon arrival in Merzouga, you will meet your camels and enjoy a camel ride across the dunes to watch the sunset. For travelers who prefer not to ride camels, a 4×4 transfer to the camp can be arranged.
In the evening, enjoy dinner at the desert camp, followed by Berber music around the campfire. You will spend the night in a private tent in the Sahara Desert.
Dinner and overnight stay in a luxury desert camp.
Day 3: Merzouga Desert – Rissani – Erfoud – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Cedar Forest – Ifrane – Fes
Wake up early to enjoy a magical sunrise over the dunes, one of the most beautiful moments of the tour. After breakfast at the camp, you return to Merzouga by camel or 4×4 and meet your driver.
We then leave the Sahara and drive to Rissani, a traditional market town and former trading center of the Tafilalet region. If your visit falls on market day, you may have the chance to experience the local souk.
The journey continues to Erfoud, where you can visit a fossil workshop before driving through the Ziz Valley, famous for its palm trees and panoramic views. After lunch in Midelt, we continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains.
In the afternoon, we stop at the Cedar Forest near Azrou, where you may see Barbary macaques in their natural environment. We then pass through Ifrane, known for its alpine-style architecture and clean streets, before continuing to Fes.
Your 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour ends with drop-off at your hotel, riad, or the airport in Fes.
What’s Included and Excluded
Included:
Pickup from your accommodation or Marrakech airport
Drop-off at your accommodation or Fes airport
Private transportation with air conditioning
Professional English or Spanish-speaking driver
Fuel for the full trip
1 night in a hotel or riad in Dades Valley
1 night in a private desert camp in Merzouga
Breakfasts and dinners
Breakfasts and dinners
Camel ride in the Sahara Desert
4x4 transfer to the camp if you prefer not to ride camels
Free stops for photos and sightseeing along the way
Excluded:
Flights
Lunches
Drinks
Entrance fees to monuments
Tips
Optional activities
- Proposed Accommodation by Category
We offer different accommodation options to suit different budgets and comfort preferences. Below is an overview of the proposed accommodation for each night of the tour.
Standard Accommodation
Night 1 – Dades Valley
Standard guesthouse or riad
Night 2 – Merzouga Desert
Standard Desert camp
- Recommoneded
Mid-Range Accommodation
Night 1 – Dades Valley
Comfortable riad or hotel
Night 2 – Merzouga Desert
Comfortable desert camp
Luxury Accommodation
Night 1 – Dades Valley
Boutique riad or luxury kasbah
Night 2 – Merzouga Desert
Luxury desert camp
Accommodation Note
The accommodations shown above are examples and are subject to availability. Once your tour booking is confirmed, we will provide the exact accommodation details for each night.If one of the proposed properties is unavailable, we will arrange a carefully selected alternative of a similar or higher standard within the same accommodation category.
Tour Map: 3 Days Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
Frequently Asked Questions About the 3 Days Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
Is this Marrakech to Fes desert tour private or shared?
This tour can be arranged as a private tour or a shared tour, depending on your preference. For more comfort and flexibility, we recommend the private option.
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts in Marrakech and ends in Fes. Pickup is usually from your hotel, riad, or Marrakech airport, and drop-off is at your accommodation or Fes airport.
Is the camel ride included?
Yes, the camel ride in Merzouga Desert is included in the tour price.
How long is the camel ride?
The camel ride usually lasts around 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes, depending on the season, sunset time, and camp location.
Can I go to the desert camp without riding a camel?
Yes, of course. If you prefer not to ride a camel, we can arrange a 4x4 transfer to the desert camp.
Are the tents private?
Yes, the tents are private. In a standard camp, bathrooms may be shared. In a luxury camp, each tent usually has its own private bathroom.
Is there electricity in the desert camp?
Yes, most desert camps have electricity from solar panels, and there are usually power sockets in the tents or common areas.
Can I do sandboarding in Merzouga?
Yes, sandboarding is possible in Merzouga. Please let us know in advance, and we will do our best to arrange it for you.
What should I wear for the camel ride?
We recommend wearing comfortable clothes, long pants, and closed shoes or sandals. A hat, sunglasses, and scarf are also useful, especially during sunny days.
What should I pack for this desert tour?
We recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat or scarf, comfortable shoes, long pants for the camel ride, a jacket during winter, personal toiletries, your phone charger, and a small overnight bag for the desert camp.
For a quick quote, include the number of days, number of passengers, starting and ending location, and start date.
Why book with us?
The safety of our guests is of the utmost importance. Drivers, hotels, riads, local guides and restaurants are all hand-picked to ensure quality and safety.
Optional Activities Before, During and After Your Tour
Optional Activities Not Included in the Tour Price
The activities listed below are optional suggestions and are not included in the tour price. They can be added to your booking upon request.
- Before Your Tour in Marrakech
- Marrakech airport transfer
- Private guided Marrakech city tour
- Moroccan cooking class
- Traditional hammam and massage
- Hot-air balloon flight over Marrakech
- During Your Tour
- Quad-bike or buggy experience in Merzouga
- Fossil workshop visit near Erfoud
- Birthday, honeymoon or anniversary arrangement at the desert camp
- After Your Tour in Fes
- Private guided tour of Fes Medina
- Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes day trip
- Private transfer or excursion to Chefchaouen
- Fes airport transfer