MARRAKECH TO FES DESERT TOUR

OVERVIEW

This Marrakech to Fes desert tour 3 days allows you to discover both the Moroccan Desert and Morocco’s two most imperial cities, Marrakech and Fes. The highlights of your desert trip will be crossing the stunning High and Middle Atlas Mountains and an amazing night in the middle of the Erg Chebbi dunes under a starry sky.
You will visit the most important sites of Berber history, such as the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. In addition, you will travel through some of the most iconic landscapes of this region of Morocco, including the Valley of Roses, the Dades Gorges and Todra valley, and the Ziz Valley with its date palms.
Your camel trek in the Merzouga desert will be forever etched in your memories, as will the Sunset and Sunrise over the Sahara dunes, an evening to the sound of local Berber drums, and your private tent in a luxury camp.
Enjoy this unique 3-day desert tour departing from Marrakech and ending in Fes.
Book now and discover the beauty of Morocco with our local drivers/guides.

DURATION: 3 DAYS/ 2 NIGHTS
START: MARRAKECH
END: FES
ACCOMMODATIONS: CHECK BELLOW
TOUR STYLE: PRIVATE & SMALL GROUP
PRICE: CHECK IT BELLOW

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 3 DAYS MARRAKECH TO FES DESERT TOUR

  • Driving through the High Atlas Mountains
  • Explore the traditional Berber villages
  • Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, a historic Kasbah.
  • Driving through the Valley of 1000 Kasbahs and rose fields
  • Observing the geological splendour of strange rock formations in the Dades and Todra Gorges
  • Sleeping in a private Luxury Desert Camp plus a leisurely camel ride in the Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Listening to Berber music and drumming around a fire camp with the nomadic camp staff
  • Driving through the Middle Atlas Mountains and visiting the Barbary apes in the cedar forests near Ifrane

ITINERARY OF THE 3 DAYS MARRAKECH TO FES DESERT TOURS

Your morning departure for this 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes is from your hotel/riad at 08:30 am. After the Tichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains, you will pass a great many Berber villages and gardens, as well as smaller Kasbahs.

After that, the next stop will be the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, the most stunning of all the thousands of Kasbahs in Morocco and one of Morocco’s nine UNESCO World Heritage sites. In addition, it served as a backdrop for numerous acclaimed movies, including Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and Babel.
After lunch in the village, you will continue your desert tour, and a brief halt in Ouarzazate grants you the opportunity to view Africa’s largest film studio (optional inside tour).

The route proceeds through Boumalen Dades, with a scenic drive through the large palm grove of Skoura, the Kela’a M’gouna, and the Valley of Roses. Optionally, you may visit the distinctive rock formations known as ‘Monkey fingers’ in Dades Valley before proceeding to your Riad, or explore them the following day.

Driving distance: Approximately 353 km
Driving time: Approximately 6 hr 30 min

Following a delicious breakfast, we drive through the Dades Valley and stop at a spot overlooking it to enjoy the spectacular landscape of the Dades Gorges. Then we continue to Tinghir. Here, you will have the opportunity to explore the dramatic Todgha Gorge, carved by the winding Todgha River, with cliffs plunging up to 300 meters deep. Feel free to wander through the gorges and explore the dramatic Todgha Canyon.

On the way to the Erg Chebbi Desert, we will drive through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinejdad. Free time for lunch on the way.

In the afternoon, we will reach the Merzouga desert, where you switch to camels and cross the sandy desert (the luggage will be transported to the camp via a 4×4 vehicle). An amazing stop will be made for you to enjoy the magical Sunset on top of a high dune and enjoy the sandboarding (optional), then continue to the desert luxury camp with a private bathroom, king-sized beds, and tasteful Moroccan furniture, all designed to provide a great sense of calm and relaxation.
Here, you can enjoy Berber drum music while dancing around the campfire under a starry sky. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.

Driving distance: Approximately 310 km
Driving time: Approximately 5 hr

On the final day of your 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour, we highly recommend waking up early to contemplate the beautiful sunrise in the heart of the desert. Following a satisfying breakfast at the camp, you can choose to return to Merzouga village either by camel trek or in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle.

Depart from Merzouga, heading towards Fez. En route, we will drive along the Ziz River. We will stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the picturesque Ziz Valley, characterized by lush palm groves and Berber villages.

After that, we continue through the Cedar forest of the Middle Atlas Mountains, where the Barbary Macaques live, and feel free to feed them while wandering in the forest. A brief stop in Ifrane, often called the ‘Switzerland of Morocco’, offers a chance to refresh and enjoy a coffee break.
This Marrakech to Fes desert tour concludes upon your arrival in Fes, with drop-off at your hotel/airport in the late afternoon.

Driving Distance: Approximately 500 km
Driving time: Approximately 7 hr 30 min

MARRAKECH TO FES DESERT TOUR 3 DAYS INFO

PRICE INCLUDES

  • 3 Days Transport in a private 4x4 or a Minivan with A/C + Fuel
  • Private Driver / Guide speaking English
  • Pick-up from your Riad or any location in Marrakech
  • 1 Night in an excellent Riad in Boumalne Dades
  • 1 Night in a Luxury Desert Camp, with private bathroom
  • Sandboards available at the camp
  • Camel ride (a camel per person) or transfer via a 4WD as an alternative
  • Dinners and Breakfasts
  • Drop off at your accommodation in Fes

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Lunches
  • Drinks
  • Entrance fees if needed
  • Tips (Optional)

IMPORTANT!

Please note that this private 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour is only a suggested itinerary. If it does not match your preferences, feel free to contact us. We will be happy to create a customized itinerary based on your interests and the duration of your stay.
We specialize in tailor-made tours and desert trips throughout Morocco.

 

The price varies depending on the number of participants—the more people join the tour, the lower the cost per person. Since transportation costs are fixed, the total price is shared among the group. The final price also depends on the quality of the accommodations.
Contact us for an exact price.

 

You can make the tour longer if you wish:
4 Days from Marrakech to Fes: 1 Additional Night in the desert
5 Days from Marrakech to Fes: 1 Additional Night in Ouarzazate
6 Days from Marrakech to Fes: 2 Additional Nigts in Fes

FAQ: MARRAKECH TO FES DESERT TOUR 3 DAYS

The 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour is a private experience, ensuring only the travelers who inquire will participate. No additional individuals will join the tour. Our primary focus is on providing high-quality, personalized experiences, which is why we primarily offer private tours.

Yes, the tent at the Luxury camp is private and has a private bathroom with hot running water.

The camel ride is around 45 minutes to 1.5 hours long, depending on which camp you are staying in.

If you prefer not to ride a camel, a 4×4 vehicle is available to transfer you and your luggage to and from the camp.

During the camel ride, you will only take what’s necessary for the ride.
The rest of your luggage will be transported by the camp’s 4×4 and will be waiting for you upon arrival.

The vehicle will be either an SUV 4×4 or a Minivan, both with A/C.
Vehicle details:
4×4: Land Cruiser Prado (up to 4 pax)
Minivans: Mercedes Vito Tourer, Ford Tourneo van or similar (up to 8 pax)
For groups larger than 8, a minibus that takes up to 18 passengers can be provided.

TOUR MAP: 3 DAYS FROM MARRAKECH TO FES